POLICE believe speed may have been a factor in a fatal crash in Coldstream this morning.
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Appears to happen there very often.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Keep 'em Comming
The responses to COLDSTREAM 2020 are coming through thick and fast with about a 95% support rate.
We urge you to spread the word about COLDSTREAM 2020 so that we have a true "community feel".
Copies are available at the Post Office or in the COLDSTREAM 2020 tab on the left of this page.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
SOCIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
8.8 Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan
SUMMARY
Local Economy and Tourism is one of the key sustainability principles outlined in the
Community‟s Vision 2020 document. Council first developed a clear strategy for Economic
Development in 2005 with a detailed Action Plan directing its work for a four year period.
Following its completion, a review of its relevance and effectiveness has been undertaken
to help guide a new action plan. The results of this review showed that of the 104 actions:
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SUMMARY
Local Economy and Tourism is one of the key sustainability principles outlined in the
Community‟s Vision 2020 document. Council first developed a clear strategy for Economic
Development in 2005 with a detailed Action Plan directing its work for a four year period.
Following its completion, a review of its relevance and effectiveness has been undertaken
to help guide a new action plan. The results of this review showed that of the 104 actions:
This will be discussed at the next Council meeting TONIGHT.
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More UGB shifts: Melton's population boom
Melton's population boom
EIGHT new homes need to be built in Melton shire each day to keep pace with the municipality’s insatiable growth.
The Government is proposing a total UGB extension of 10,838 ha in Melton shire, of which 7494 ha is classed as developable land.
A new train station is also expected to be built at the shopping centre, like at Watergardens, to provide convenience for travelling to the city.
Comment: UGB can be shifted and train stations can be built!
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Monday, September 27, 2010
The Word is Spreading! COLDSTREAM 2020
- Gentlemen, Thank you for initiating comment on what I believe is made with good intent for the community. However, as a resident whose property backs onto one of the proposed growth development areas (hence I would be directely affected by such development) I was very disappointed that I did not receive one of your flyers. I will consider the idea and post a response. I am aware that you were not able to distribute to all households but I think it would have been courtesy to ensure that those whose properties are "in the line of fire" were made aware. I did not know of this proposal until a friend commented. I am not always able to obtain a copy of the local paper and I work all day close to the city. It's a tough one - gotta admit I moved to Coldstream for the open spaces, but we do need to grow or we'll die.
- September 27, 2010 9:24 AM
- Mario "Coldstream" Galteri said...
- We have done our best to get our vision (COLDSTREAM 2020) across but have been unable to contact everyone, but we are happy that the word is getting out there, by any means possible. Nothing has been decided and will not be for some time yet for that reason. The response has be fantastic and we will take this to the Shire soon. Mario Galteri
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Chris of Coldstream
I have lived in Coldstream many years and welcome this idea with open arms. It is time Coldstream moved on and stopped vegetating in the past. We need more people, commerce and social facilities. We live in a beautiful part of the Yarra Valley but are stagnating with lack of shops, amenities, medical support etc. Great idea guys don't be thwarted by the cynics and moaning minnies
Chris of Coldstream
Comment: Please keep all the comments coming and please pass this www to all your friends in and around Coldstream.
Chris of Coldstream
Comment: Please keep all the comments coming and please pass this www to all your friends in and around Coldstream.
Friday, September 24, 2010
WHO ARE THE LAND OWNERS?
Anonymous said...Well I'm sorry, but I am somewhat of a cynic.
Firstly I too did not receive said letter from the 2020 group.
Secondly, I believe much of the land mooted by the group to be part of the urban growth expansion is owned by Mario and Brett. So you fence sit regarding dual occupancy in Coldstream, yet you push hard when it means your land will be able to be subdivided and hence worth a whole lot more?
Regardless, I have been a resident of Coldstream for some 15 years and have seen many changes. I have seen many businesses come and go and I have watched the numbers at the Coldstream Primary dwindle. As someone else mentioned, we are an ageing community. No longer can we walk to the shops to the bakery or doctor or fruit and veg shop.
Maybe it's time to sell up in Coldstream before it self implodes?
Firstly I too did not receive said letter from the 2020 group.
Secondly, I believe much of the land mooted by the group to be part of the urban growth expansion is owned by Mario and Brett. So you fence sit regarding dual occupancy in Coldstream, yet you push hard when it means your land will be able to be subdivided and hence worth a whole lot more?
Regardless, I have been a resident of Coldstream for some 15 years and have seen many changes. I have seen many businesses come and go and I have watched the numbers at the Coldstream Primary dwindle. As someone else mentioned, we are an ageing community. No longer can we walk to the shops to the bakery or doctor or fruit and veg shop.
Maybe it's time to sell up in Coldstream before it self implodes?
Mario "Coldstream" Galteri said...We were not able to give out our Coldstream 2020 to everyone but we did our best to get it in the two local papers. We were able to get a front page story and a page 5 story.
In terms of land holdings, these are as follows:
1 land across the estate belongs to a group of investors about 350 acres
2 land behind the houses in Station St belongs to Colin Dolton about 20 acres
3 land on the west side of Maroondah highway is owned by Rod Spurling about 70 acres.
4 land along Killara Rd, about six 10 acre lots owend by six differnt people.
In terms of land holdings, these are as follows:
1 land across the estate belongs to a group of investors about 350 acres
2 land behind the houses in Station St belongs to Colin Dolton about 20 acres
3 land on the west side of Maroondah highway is owned by Rod Spurling about 70 acres.
4 land along Killara Rd, about six 10 acre lots owend by six differnt people.
These were chosen so that the Post Office became the centre of Coldstream. There is land around the Post office to expand the shopping precinct, even enough land to put in a retirement village.
Many people have suggested that the "police paddocks" be added as well. We have no objection to this if the community want it.
Brett does not own any land, his father does.
Mario, (me) has a share of the land on the corner of Maroondah Highway and Killara Rd. I have no interest in any other land in our push for the expansion of Coldstream as detailed in Coldstream 2020.
Mario, (me) has a share of the land on the corner of Maroondah Highway and Killara Rd. I have no interest in any other land in our push for the expansion of Coldstream as detailed in Coldstream 2020.
Mario Galteri
We have never tried to hide these facts.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
UGB's CAN BE MOVED
MELBOURNE'S URBAN GROWTH BOUNDARY TO BE EXPANDED
On July 29, the Legislative Council of the Victorian Parliament passed the amendment (VC68) to expand Melbourne's urban growth boundary. This means that 43,600 hectares will be brought into Melbourne. Of this around 24,00 will be made for residential housing, services, facilities, open space and infrastructure.
The GAA welcomes this move and will now work on the Growth Area Framework plan to identify the long term patterns of urban growth and identify the location of where development should occur including activity and town centres, residential, employment, and mixed use employment.
The Framework plan will also identify transport networks and options for investigation of future railway lines. All of this will be done in line with Delivering Melbourne's Newest Sustainable Communitiespolicy documents.
A letter will shortly be sent to by relevant government agencies to affected residents outlining information about the expansion of the UGB, the Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution, the Regional Rail Link project, and the Outer Metropolitan Ring Road project.
To read the VC68 amendment please click here and you will be redirected to the Department of Planning and Communitiy Development's website.
Comment: Don't let it be said that the UGB are fixed.
Comment from Anon
I am an older member of this Coldstream Community, and have seen the services and businesses close over and over again. I do like our lay back at ease style but I must say I am in favour of growing. I have and do enjoy the friendly service we are lucky enough to receive, but I would certainly like to retain those we have and see more business start up and stay.
Given our present status, we don't appear on council radar, I can't recall improvement in services bar a few stones in the circle, and lights "at last" in over twenty years.
In order to thrive, and to offer our young people the opportunity of work of reliable transport, of being able to continue to be part of this community if they choose, then we need accomadation, services, and that means growth.
Given our present status, we don't appear on council radar, I can't recall improvement in services bar a few stones in the circle, and lights "at last" in over twenty years.
In order to thrive, and to offer our young people the opportunity of work of reliable transport, of being able to continue to be part of this community if they choose, then we need accomadation, services, and that means growth.
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COLDSTREAM 2020
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Manningham Leader, 22 Sep 2010. Page 2
A RENEWED bid to subdivide and develop 20ha of prime land in Donvale has taken a step forward with Planning Minister Justin Madden backing the first stage of the plan.
Mr Madden has given the go-ahead for Manningham Council to seek an amendment to the planning scheme to make way for 56 new properties on the Matthews family land at 112-126 Warrandyte Rd and 35 Illawong Drive, which borders on the Green Wedge.
Comment: Is this a good precedent for Coldstream and SOYR.
COLDSTREAM 2020
COLDSTREAM 2020
Manningham Leader
22 Sep 2010
Push for more people (Lilydale and Yarra Valley Leader, 21 Sep 2010, Page 5)
Growth | Alex Munro
Lilydale and Yarra Valley Leader
21 Sep 2010
A COLDSTREAM community group has proposed doubling the town’s size and population by rezoning large tracts of underused rural land for housing. Coldstream 2020, a group of residents and businesses, is gauging resident opinion of the proposal, which it...read more...
BAILLIEU TELLS TALL STORIES ON PLANNING
Opposition Leader Ted Baillieu is trying to mislead Victorians on a planning scheme amendment that does not change any planning laws, but merely seeks to coordinate existing planning provisions, the Minister for Planning, Justin Madden, said today.
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COMMENT: This is a great read
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Boom or bust
By Kath Gannaway
MOUNTAIN NEWS MAIL 21st September 2010 07:10:55 AM
Brett Spurling and Mario Galteri envisage the post office as the centre of Coldstream under a proposal for expansion.
A proposal which would double the number of houses in Coldstream is being tested by a group of local business¬men behind a new pro-expansion group, Coldstream 2020.
Members Mario Galteri from Cold¬stream Timber and Brett Spurling from Gateway Estate told the Mail Coldstream needs an increase in population to not only thrive, but to survive.
Recent opposition to dual occupancy approvals by a majority of property own¬ers in the existing housing estate, left little doubt people valued their existing family-sized blocks.
However, Mr Galteri said there also seemed to be general support for increas¬ing the size and population of Coldstream – provided it did not change the character of the existing township.
The group did a mail-out to around 400 Coldstream residents earlier this month, putting forward changes to the Urban Growth Boundary (UGB), which would involve changes to the Green Wedge boundary and rezoning farmland.
Under the proposal, the post office would become the centre of town with the UGB expanded to include three undevel¬oped parcels of land which are presently off-limits to development.
Mr Galteri and Mr Spurling told the Mail Coldstream has both facilities and potential to become a sustainable, thriving community.
“The school which has had up to 300 students, now has around 100,” Mr Spurl¬ing said.
“We have a community centre, a school, kindergarten and a shopping cen¬tre, which has plenty of space to expand.
“But we can’t sustain the shops that are here now, we can’t sustain a petrol station, we could not sustain a doctor … we are unsustainable as we are because we don’t have the population,” he said.
It is not out of the question either that the train line could be re-instated between Lilydale and Coldstream, which would become a transport park and ride, taking pressure off Lilydale station and promot¬ing public transport.
Mr Galteri said as the population ages, many young people will be forced out of the area. “Increasing the number of hous¬ing sites will create housing options for young adults of Coldstream, as well as the elderly wishing to downsize,” he said.
The men say they are aware they may be seen to have a vested interest because of their business or land interests, but say what they are putting out to the communi¬ty is something that has been talked about for many years.
The survey is the first step to gauging community views.
Mr Galteri said they are encouraged by the response to date, which showed a five to one in favour. “We want to get the com¬munity viewpoint, whether it’s for, or against,” he said.
Information, a map of the proposed changes and a survey form can be found at www.coldstreamau.blogspot.com under Coldstream 2020.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Push for more people in Coldstream
- Local News 20 Sep 10 @ 08:46am by Alex Munro
A COLDSTREAM community group has proposed doubling the town’s size and population by rezoning large tracts of underused rural land for housing.
Coldstream 2020, a group of residents and businesses, is gauging resident opinion of the proposal, which it says could rejuvenate the languishing town and help ease Melbourne’s housing crunch.
>>HAVE YOUR SAY: Should rural land in Coldstream be rezoned for housing? Tell us what you think below.
It distributed almost 500 surveys to residents this month, with 20 returned within a week and most of these in support.
Coldstream 2020’s Brett Spurling said increasing the town’s population could help better support local schools, shops, sporting clubs and community groups.
“I’ve been a resident for 25 years and in that time I’ve seen the struggle for businesses, clubs and schools firsthand,” he said.
“There is so much potential in Coldstream that it is just being wasted. We’ve seen shops come and go because there is not the population to support them.”
The group has proposed rezoning fields next to Maroondah Highway that would create a new town centre at the post office/IGA complex.
Rezoning more residential land would mean the town’s population could be increased without the further creation of dual occupancies, a controversial topic in Coldstream.
The unused land is owned by private investors, residents, Coldstream Timber and Hardware, and Mr Spurling’s father.
Newsagent and post office owner Barry Kennedy said increasing the town’s population was vital from a business and infrastructure point of view.
Vocal Coldstream businessman Mario Galteri, a member of Coldstream 2020, said the group would only act with community support.
“It’s about making housing more affordable and helping keeping families together,” he said.
Details of the proposal are available from Coldstream newsagency and post office or coldstreamau.blogspot.com/p/coldstream-2020.html.
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and please make a comment.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
COLDSTREAM 2020 now on Facebook
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
COLDSTREAM 2020 UPDATE
The response to COLDSTREAM 2020 has been very good and we are encouraged by the number of returns. If you have not returned your opinion on COLDSTREAM 2020 please do so as soon as possible.
A copy of the notice and reply slip can be found by clicking COLDSTREAM 2020 the the "pages" heading near the top left corner of the main page.
You can send a response by snail mail or by e mail.
To make the opinion official, we need your name and address.
This is just the start!
The local papers should be running the story next week.
Mario, Brett, Peter & Barry.
A copy of the notice and reply slip can be found by clicking COLDSTREAM 2020 the the "pages" heading near the top left corner of the main page.You can send a response by snail mail or by e mail.
To make the opinion official, we need your name and address.
Snail mail address: COLDSTREAM 2020, PO BOX 127 Coldstream 3770
e mail address: coldstream2020@eftel.net.auThis is just the start!
The local papers should be running the story next week.
Mario, Brett, Peter & Barry.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
"This is a dying town with an ageing population"
Mario, Brett, Peter and Barry,
As a longtime local resident and a Disability Support Worker who works with extremely vulnerable people in Coldstream and the surrounding community, I fully support the expansion and growth of population in the area.
This is a dying town with an ageing population, limited social and support groups and sports clubs that can’t find enough members to make up teams
It may be easy for some just to jump in their car and go to Lilydale or the chemist or Bunnings, but for others who are disabled, elderly, sick or disadvantaged members of the community it can be extremely challenging, if not impossible to do anything in the area as there aren’t many services left here anymore and virtually no access to public transport, especially for those who use wheelchairs.
Even just having a doctor and a chemist close-by again in Coldstream would be life-changing for some.
But we need more people in the area for anything to change. More people will equal more services to the community, a higher quality in the provision of those services, growth in our sporting and community groups, less isolation for the vulnerable and lonely and more opportunities for all.
You have my support. I have filled in your sheet for comment and given it to the Post Office, but am choosing to remain anonymous on the blog due to my right of privacy and my clients’ rights to confidentiality.
Comment: A valuable contribution to the debate.
Housing Strategy
On 26 May 2009, Council adopted a Housing Strategy for Yarra Ranges.
The strategy outlines how we will manage future housing needs in Yarra Ranges over the next 25 years. It will encourage a variety of housing types to meet people's changing age and household requirements. It also supports Council's sustainability agenda and Vision 2020, by directing new housing to locations where services and infrastructure including public transport can or could be accessed.
Adoption of the Strategy followed an extensive consultation process.
You can download a copy of the strategy, issues paper and analysis from this page.
The strategy outlines how we will manage future housing needs in Yarra Ranges over the next 25 years. It will encourage a variety of housing types to meet people's changing age and household requirements. It also supports Council's sustainability agenda and Vision 2020, by directing new housing to locations where services and infrastructure including public transport can or could be accessed.
Adoption of the Strategy followed an extensive consultation process.
You can download a copy of the strategy, issues paper and analysis from this page.
For further information contact Kerryn Williams on 1300 368 333 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 1300 368 333 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or email.
Mountain Views Mail | Star News Group Local community news
Mountain Views Mail | Star News Group Local community news
THE State Government’s announcement that it will replace the Fire Services Levy with a property-based levy has been met with widespread approval.
Coldstream campaigner for a more equitable FSL, Mario Galteri, said while the government’s announcement, in line with a Bushfires Royal Commission recommendation, didn’t provide a lot of detail, it was headed in the right direction. A new model would collect funds currently collected through insurance premiums that partly fund the CFA and MFB.
Mr Galteri has been campaigning for four years for the change and in 2009 supported McEwen MP Fran Bailey’s call for the levy to be tied to local council rates.
He said there was a huge disparity between the amount levied on residential properties and businesses, which include farmers.
“When the total taxes are more than the insurance premium, you start to wonder what’s going on, and why business is having to pay so much extra,” he said.
The other issue that the government will have to deal with is the extra income which flows to their coffers through the GST and stamp duty on the levy.
Mr Galteri said while he would have preferred the fire services were funded in the same way as other emergency services such as ambulance and police, he welcomed the move to “user pays”.
“The ultimate aim is to share the burden of everybody affected by fire, and that is everybody,” Mr Galteri said.
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) hailed the decision as a victory and vindication of what VFF president Andrew Broad said was a decade-long campaign against an “unfair tax”.
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) has added their support to the change, but say it must be fair and equitable and not collected through council rates.
Evelyn MP Christine Fyffe was another who welcomed the move, saying she had long argued the FSL was a burden that should be shared across all property owners.
“It’s a pity the government had to be dragged kicking and screaming to this decision,” she said.
State Government treasurer John Lenders said the government would consult to determine the best model with options being released in a White Paper in February. He said they would also ensure insurers passed on the full benefit from having the FSL removed from premiums and that there would be concessions for low-income earners.
Comment: This is just the first step, a good step but we need to keep a eye on the way the State will eventually collect funds/tax for the Fire Services.
New levy gets backing
By Kath Gannaway
14th September 2010 02:00:23 AM
THE State Government’s announcement that it will replace the Fire Services Levy with a property-based levy has been met with widespread approval.
Coldstream campaigner for a more equitable FSL, Mario Galteri, said while the government’s announcement, in line with a Bushfires Royal Commission recommendation, didn’t provide a lot of detail, it was headed in the right direction. A new model would collect funds currently collected through insurance premiums that partly fund the CFA and MFB.
Mr Galteri has been campaigning for four years for the change and in 2009 supported McEwen MP Fran Bailey’s call for the levy to be tied to local council rates.
He said there was a huge disparity between the amount levied on residential properties and businesses, which include farmers.
“When the total taxes are more than the insurance premium, you start to wonder what’s going on, and why business is having to pay so much extra,” he said.
The other issue that the government will have to deal with is the extra income which flows to their coffers through the GST and stamp duty on the levy.
Mr Galteri said while he would have preferred the fire services were funded in the same way as other emergency services such as ambulance and police, he welcomed the move to “user pays”.
“The ultimate aim is to share the burden of everybody affected by fire, and that is everybody,” Mr Galteri said.
The Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) hailed the decision as a victory and vindication of what VFF president Andrew Broad said was a decade-long campaign against an “unfair tax”.
The Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) has added their support to the change, but say it must be fair and equitable and not collected through council rates.
Evelyn MP Christine Fyffe was another who welcomed the move, saying she had long argued the FSL was a burden that should be shared across all property owners.
“It’s a pity the government had to be dragged kicking and screaming to this decision,” she said.
State Government treasurer John Lenders said the government would consult to determine the best model with options being released in a White Paper in February. He said they would also ensure insurers passed on the full benefit from having the FSL removed from premiums and that there would be concessions for low-income earners.
Comment: This is just the first step, a good step but we need to keep a eye on the way the State will eventually collect funds/tax for the Fire Services.
Monday, September 13, 2010
A Response regaring COLDSTREAM 2020
attached as emailed from Lyal Godden
Dear Mario
I was delighted to read your leaflet in relation to the possible expansion of Coldstream and (in principle) I support the proposed suggested changes.
As an older resident I recall some years ago there was a proposal that some of the area suggested in the plan could be developed as a light industrial area with a service road entry similar to that existing along Canterbury road.
As far as I can recall this proposal was not supported by either Victorian political party at the time and the land was to be retained as rural.
I agree that the committed support of the Shire of Yarra Ranges would be required and it would be essential also to ensure that the necessary infrastructure could be provided to allow new homes to be built.
Therefore the year 2020 is not without significance.
Can Coldstream wait that long before any real development take place.
There is no doubt that a large number of the Community may be happy for Coldstream to remain in its present form as a small rural township.
As a Community member on the Coldstream Primary School Council I can say that enrolments in the past decade have declined significantly notwithstanding the commitment of dedicated Principals, teaching staff and many supportive parents during this period.
Therefore any development of Coldstream may increase student enrolments at a School which provides quality education for all its students.
In closing I congratulate your Group in wanting to see Coldstream grow as a Community. I have believed always that Coldstream is the Gateway to the Yarra Valley and its wonderful facilities.
Your Faithfully
Lyle Godden
7/09/2010
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Coldstream champers is lovely bubbly
Mr Portet, 29, is the 10th generation of winemakers in the Portet dynasty - his French-born father Dominique came to Australia in the 1970s and the label and winery Dominique Portet was set up in 2000.
Comment: I'll drink to that!
Friday, September 10, 2010
What the amendment does and doesn't
Land affected by the amendment.
The amendment affects all land within the Residential 1 and Low Density Residential Zones in the Shire.
The Housing Strategy will be implemented through; a combination of revised policy statements in the Municipal Strategic Statement (MSS), the application of residential zones,
and the use of overlays. Their combined effect will be to
􀂃 Establish preferred locations for future residential development in the Shire based on
the capacity of each centre to accommodate residential change.
􀂃 Encourage diverse housing opportunities to be provided in these locations which will
assist in meeting the demand for housing and providing more affordable housing
opportunities.
􀂃 Ensure future development is encouraged to consolidate within appropriate areas to
provide residents with better access to services, transport and other community
infrastructure.
ô€‚ƒ Protect the unique character of the Shire’s residential areas by translating the existing
broad Clause 53 controls into overlays which clarify Council’s position on relevant
issues in each locality.
The amendment will ensure the Planning Scheme responds to future housing needs based on
current census data. The proposed amendment updates housing policies in the Scheme to
reflect the adopted Strategy. The strategy identifies three types of residential areas:
􀂃 areas of consolidation (appropriate for higher density)
􀂃 areas of infill or incremental development (metropolitan areas) and
􀂃 areas of least change - where only limited additional development is preferred due to
environmental and/or neighbourhood character constraints.
Least Change Areas – the following schedules streamline existing permit requirements for all
buildings and works found in Clause 53:
ô€‚¾ DDO5 – applied to the foothill areas of the Dandenongs and some rural township
areas. Streamlines the existing permit requirement for all buildings and works.
Requires a permit for all buildings and works exceeding 30% site cover and/or
buildings and works exceeding 50% hard surface cover. Establishes a minimum
subdivision requirement of 1000m².
ô€‚ƒ SLO26 – introduces a permit requirement for removal of large trees in selected
metropolitan residential areas. Retains existing control for buildings and works within 10
metre proximity of streams. Reduces buildings and works controls and native vegetation
controls in some rural township areas.
􀂃 The application of the DDO and SLO will implement the objectives for housing and
subdivision. They provide a targeted approach to subdivision, built form and
vegetation controls as opposed to the use of Clause 53. The overlays support
Council’s policy on residential development and provide clear indication of
Council’s preference for development within its residential areas.
􀂃 Replacing 21.04-1 Residential Use with a revised version. The new version: updates
the objective for housing diversity, adds a section on housing location and modifies
the section on neighbourhood character. A new Residential Framework map has been
added to this section. One new objective has been added as follows:
To provide additional housing in sustainable locations that will meet the needs of the
community
The translation of existing neighbourhood character related controls found in Clause 53 to the
Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO) and Design and Development Overlay (DDO) allows
Council to articulate the specific key elements of the various landscapes and setting of its
diverse residential areas including the foothills and rural township areas. By articulating the
landscape character to be achieved and appropriate design responses, the overlays set out a
clear framework for decisions which is not found in Clause 53.
NO COMMENT
The amendment affects all land within the Residential 1 and Low Density Residential Zones in the Shire.
The Housing Strategy will be implemented through; a combination of revised policy statements in the Municipal Strategic Statement (MSS), the application of residential zones,
and the use of overlays. Their combined effect will be to
􀂃 Establish preferred locations for future residential development in the Shire based on
the capacity of each centre to accommodate residential change.
􀂃 Encourage diverse housing opportunities to be provided in these locations which will
assist in meeting the demand for housing and providing more affordable housing
opportunities.
􀂃 Ensure future development is encouraged to consolidate within appropriate areas to
provide residents with better access to services, transport and other community
infrastructure.
ô€‚ƒ Protect the unique character of the Shire’s residential areas by translating the existing
broad Clause 53 controls into overlays which clarify Council’s position on relevant
issues in each locality.
The amendment will ensure the Planning Scheme responds to future housing needs based on
current census data. The proposed amendment updates housing policies in the Scheme to
reflect the adopted Strategy. The strategy identifies three types of residential areas:
􀂃 areas of consolidation (appropriate for higher density)
􀂃 areas of infill or incremental development (metropolitan areas) and
􀂃 areas of least change - where only limited additional development is preferred due to
environmental and/or neighbourhood character constraints.
Least Change Areas – the following schedules streamline existing permit requirements for all
buildings and works found in Clause 53:
ô€‚¾ DDO5 – applied to the foothill areas of the Dandenongs and some rural township
areas. Streamlines the existing permit requirement for all buildings and works.
Requires a permit for all buildings and works exceeding 30% site cover and/or
buildings and works exceeding 50% hard surface cover. Establishes a minimum
subdivision requirement of 1000m².
ô€‚ƒ SLO26 – introduces a permit requirement for removal of large trees in selected
metropolitan residential areas. Retains existing control for buildings and works within 10
metre proximity of streams. Reduces buildings and works controls and native vegetation
controls in some rural township areas.
􀂃 The application of the DDO and SLO will implement the objectives for housing and
subdivision. They provide a targeted approach to subdivision, built form and
vegetation controls as opposed to the use of Clause 53. The overlays support
Council’s policy on residential development and provide clear indication of
Council’s preference for development within its residential areas.
􀂃 Replacing 21.04-1 Residential Use with a revised version. The new version: updates
the objective for housing diversity, adds a section on housing location and modifies
the section on neighbourhood character. A new Residential Framework map has been
added to this section. One new objective has been added as follows:
To provide additional housing in sustainable locations that will meet the needs of the
community
The translation of existing neighbourhood character related controls found in Clause 53 to the
Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO) and Design and Development Overlay (DDO) allows
Council to articulate the specific key elements of the various landscapes and setting of its
diverse residential areas including the foothills and rural township areas. By articulating the
landscape character to be achieved and appropriate design responses, the overlays set out a
clear framework for decisions which is not found in Clause 53.
NO COMMENT
Planning amendement C97 on display
Planning amendement C97 on display
10 September 2010Planning scheme amendment C97 is currently on exhibition. This amendment affects all residential land in the municipality. The amendment, which implements Council’s Housing Strategy introduces new subdivision controls and streamlines existing vegetation controls in many of the residential areas.
Information has been sent to all households affected by the amendment, however if you would like more information about this amendment you can call us on 1300 368 333 or use the link this page to find out more information.
Council officers will also be available to answer any questions on the amendment from 6:30 – 8:00 pm in the following locations:
- Monday September 20– Lilydale, Council offices
- Wednesday September 22 – Yarra Junction Community Link
- Wednesday September 29 – Healesville Community Link
- Monday October 4 - Mooroolbark Community Centre
- Wednesday October 6 – Upwey Community Link
Comment:
This document will seal the future of Coldstream for a long time to come. It's an important document. All residents, builders, planners and every Tom, Dick and Harry should read this document.
When looking through the material MAP number 27 is the one for Coldstream.
Why does the council persist and making the minimum lot size in Coldstream 1000 square metres?
There are some good new ideas in C97 that will streamline procedures in getting permits.
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Win likely for Coldstream compost neighbours
COLDSTREAM residents could soon share a collective sigh of relief, with Australian Native Landscapes confirming it is looking to move its controversial composting operation.
However, deputy Mayor Tim Heenan remained sceptical of the news and said he would believe it when he saw it.
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However, deputy Mayor Tim Heenan remained sceptical of the news and said he would believe it when he saw it.
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Monday, September 06, 2010
ANL @VCAT Again
ANL are definitely appealing the councils refusal to allow the permit change that they are after and this will also involve the EPA.
The VCAT reference number is P2302/2010
As usual you will need to send in your official objection to VCAT to be heard as an objector. Copy also needs to go to the Council and Moray and Agnew.
The VCAT reference number is P2302/2010
As usual you will need to send in your official objection to VCAT to be heard as an objector. Copy also needs to go to the Council and Moray and Agnew.
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Coldstream 3770 & Coldstream 2020
Coldstream 3770 has combined with Coldstream 2020.
What is Coldstream 2020?
Coldstream 2020 is a group of people that want to see the UGB around Coldstream expand to virtually double the residential area of Coldstream.
Please read the letter that can be found in the section on the left with the heading Coldstream 2020.
Please share your thoughts on this topic here on line or send a e mail to coldstream2020@eftel.net.au and I will publish your comment with your permission.
Regards
Mario Galteri
Planning law changes await election
Jason Dowling September 6, 2010
CHANGES to Victoria's planning laws that could sideline councils and allow controversial developments to be fast-tracked will be delayed until after the November election.
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Fire costings sought by oppn
The Victorian opposition has called on the government to release detailed costings of its $867 million bushfires royal commission response package.
Opposition bushfire response spokesman Peter Ryan has written to the government seeking an urgent briefing to release all economic modelling and data that support each bushfire initiative.
'So far all Victorians have seen from Labor is dodgy figures that are wildly exaggerated and which change from day to day,' Mr Ryan said in a statement on Thursday.
'We also want to see the financial analysis behind (Victorian premier) John Brumby's decision not to upgrade power lines and his rejection of the recommendation for voluntary buybacks of properties in high fire-risk areas.'
In its official response to the royal commission last week, the government announced it would implement 60 of the 67 recommendations and said it supported, in principle or in part, six more.
As part of the response, the government committed $867 million to the reforms.
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Saturday, September 04, 2010
Thursday, September 02, 2010
COLDSTREAM 2020
Coldstream 2020
A new group has been formed to look at the future of Coldstream. We have named this group Coldstream 2020.
Stay tuned for updates!
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