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BUILDER CHECKLIST FOR DESIGN APPROVAL
To apply for Design Approval, please complete and return the following form and attachments to:
[email protected] In accordance with the conditions of the Contract of Sale and Bushmead Design Guidelines entered into with Cedar Woods, I hereby seek approval to the design and materials proposed to be used for the building as set out hereunder: APPLICANT: Name of Applicant: Phone: Email: Postal Address: LANDOWNER: Full Name: Phone: Mobile: Postal Address: Email: PROPERTY DETAILS: Lot/Street Number/Street Name: DECLARATION: Signed: Date: Print Name: By signing this form you declare all information provided to be true and correct. All statements made in this application are true and correct. Applicants must demonstrate compliance with all the Building Elements in order to be eligible for fencing and landscaping rebates. Please email the completed application and supporting documents to:
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BUILDING ELEMENTS CHECKLIST 1. Does your design include at least two materials from the list below? A minimum of 20% of a secondary material must be incorporated.
Yes No
• Brick • Render • Timber or stone cladding • Tile • Articulated fibre cement • Rammed earth • Corrugated iron • Other materials considered by the developer based on merit 2. All windows to the front of the home must be clear glazed
Yes No
3. Do the roof and front facade colours comply with the approved colour schedule (refer page 7 & 8)?
Roof
Yes
No
Facade
Yes
No
Porch
Yes
No
Verandah
Yes
No
Portico
Yes
No
Gables (finials not permitted)
Yes
No
4. Does the front facade include any one of the following elements (refer page 8 for minimum requirements)?
5. Front entry door must contain glazing or include a sidelight.
Yes
6. Is the front door visible from the street?
Yes
7. Front windows and windows visible from the street (on corner lots), should have brickwork above them to the eaves to comply.
Yes
8. Is the roof either a standard hip & gable design with a minimum pitch of 25 degrees?
Yes
No
No
No
No
OR A skillion design with a minimum pitch of 10 degrees(refer page 6)?
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BUILDING ELEMENTS CHECKLIST 9. Are eaves a minimum of 450mm to all window openings (unless e-glass, double glazing etc. is used or an alternate shading technique is proposed?)
Yes
10. Corner lots should address the secondary street. Is the site a corner lot?
Yes
11. Does a window from a habitable room overlook the secondary street within 2m of the front corner of the home? (Please note this window cannot be sited behind a non-permeable fence)
Yes
12. Is the garage on the front of the lot (front loaded) or on the rear (rear loaded)?
Front
13. Is the garage set back 0.5m from the front room of the dwelling (not inclusive of porch, blade walls etc.)?
Yes
14. Does your garage have a sectional or roller door?
Yes
15. Does the Garage sectional door have a T-bar or FLUSH FIT pelmet?
Yes
16. Does the driveway and crossover include one of the following materials in a colour to complement the dwelling?
Yes
No
No – Go to question 12
No
Rear – Go to question 14
No
No
No
No
• Brick paving • Exposed Aggregate • Limestone 17. The following utilities are not to be visible from the street (refer page 9).
Yes No
• Sheds or outbuildings • Bin storage areas • Clothes drying areas • Air-conditioning units • Satellite/TV reception dishes or antennas • Solar hot water systems 18. Does the lot face north, north/east or north/west?
Yes – Go to question 20 No
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BUILDING ELEMENTS CHECKLIST 19. Is there a minimum of one living area facing north?
Yes – Go to question 21
20. Is there a living area facing east or west?
Yes
21. Is cross flow ventilation possible from:
West to east?
22. If installing an air-conditioner, can it be used in ‘zones’?
Yes
No
No
South to north?
No N/A – Go to question 24
23. Is the air-conditioner enabled with a Direct Load Control plug in feature?
Yes
24. Is there LED lighting or other low wattage lighting to be installed throughout?
Yes - by builder
No
Yes - by owner No
25. Is a minimum of 2Kw Photovoltaic system* to be installed (refer page 11 for details)?
Yes No
*Supplied by Cedar Woods
26. Will a rain water tank and/or grey water system be installed and plumbed as per requirements (refer page 12)?
Rain water tank* Grey water system
*Supplied by Cedar Woods
27. Is a construction waste management company which recycles a minimum of 80% building waste selected to maintain the building site during the construction of the home?
Yes – Name of company:
No
Clarification of the checklist points can be found in the Design Guidelines. Further sustainability requirements of the home owner are also covered in the Design Guidelines provided in the Contract of Sale of Land.
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1. INTRODUCTION
PURPOSE OF THESE DESIGN GUIDELINES These Design Guidelines are in place to encourage the best possible housing design outcomes and to reflect the project vision at Bushmead. Every lot purchaser is provided a copy of these Design Guidelines when signing their land contract. Please forward a copy to your builder/architect to ensure they are addressed in the design of your new home. These Guidelines also reflect Cedar Woods’ commitment to deliver sustainable communities and will help reduce your home’s operating costs. WHAT HAPPENS FIRST? STEP 1
Decide on your builder, house type and facade. Ensure the builder has a copy of the Design Guidelines and the Environmental Bonus Information sheet which outlines the process for the installation of the Solar PV system and Rainwater tanks which are supplied by Cedar Woods.
STEP 2
Complete the Building Design Approval Checklist with your builder as you review the house plans to ensure that all of the Design Requirements are addressed.
STEP 3
Have your builder send your application form, checklist and plans to Cedar Woods for design approval (details below).
STEP 4
Cedar Woods will review your application to ensure compliance. If your home design complies with the design standards, your plan will be approved and returned to you. If your house design requires changes in order to comply with the design requirements, Cedar Woods will provide written advice detailing the areas of non-compliance and return the application to your builder for amendment and resubmission. Cedar Woods and/or your builder may be able to suggest ways to ensure compliance.
STEP 5
Lodge your Cedar Woods approved house design to your local government for building approval.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS The application requirements listed below allows Cedar Woods to thoroughly assess your house design to ensure that it achieves the best possible outcome for you and achieves the vision for Bushmead. All applications must be sent to: Cedar Woods Properties Ltd PO Box 788 WEST PERTH WA 6872 Or via email:
[email protected] BUSHMEAD DESIGN VISION Bushmead presents a unique opportunity to create a crisp, fresh, modern development in a bushland setting. A modern bush architectural character will be actively encouraged. House designs will be encouraged to be designed with simple forms, warm tones and texture – to provide a creative architectural style using a palette of textured materials with honest and simple built forms.
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2. BUILDING ELEMENTS
DWELLING MATERIALS & TREATMENT OPTIONS The front elevation and any secondary street elevation must contain a minimum of two different materials from the following: • Brick • Render • Timber or stone cladding • Tile • Articulated fibre cement* • Other materials considered by the developer based on merit The lesser material is to occupy no less than 20% of the surface area (excluding doors, windows, down pipes and garage doors). * Fibre cement claddings are only permitted where they have a jointing system to create texture and interest, however joints are to be no more than 500mm apart. Where colours are used for the primary and secondary materials, they are to be selected from the Colour Palette provided in this document.
Roof materials shall be corrugated or flat profile metal sheeting, or low profile, shingle roof tiles in colour tones which complement the dwelling appearance. Roof colours are to be selected from the palette provided in Roof Colours on page 8. FAÇADE EXAMPLES
The Carlton, BGC Residential*
The Astara, BGC Residential*
The Orelia, Perceptions*
The Dakota, BGC Residential*
The Eastyn, Perceptions*
The Dune, Perceptions*
*Images for marketing purpose only
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BUILDING COLOUR PALETTE Primary colours may be used as the main colour in addition to being a feature colour.
Dulux Bearsuit
Dulux Beige Royal
Dulux Bell Lexicon Quarter
Dulux Bygone
Dulux Celtic Sky
Dulux Champignon
Dulux Ghosting
Dulux Glenelg
Dulux Mount Arapiles
Dulux Mount Buller
Dulux Murray Valley
Dulux Narooma
Dulux Pale Green Tea
Dulux Stepney
Dulux Caps
Dulux Missouri Mud
Dulux Paving Stone
Dulux Pozieres
Dulux White Duck Half
Dulux Whitsunday Island
Dulux Winnipeg Fog
Dulux Soft Beige
Dulux Ohai Half
Dulux Rottnest
Dulux White Terrace
SECONDARY COLOURS Secondary colours may be used as highlights and features.
Dulux Battery Point
Dulux Bell Gorge
Dulux Bell Claris
Dulux Bright Brown
Dulux Kumeu
Dulux Merimbula
Dulux Mount Eden
Dulux Mukinbudin
Dulux Oodnadatta
Dulux Pencarrow
Dulux Teahouse
Dulux Weipa
Dulux Yarra River
* The brands and products referenced above are shown for description purposes only. Cedar Woods is not recommending any particular brand or product.
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ROOF COLOURS* Roof selection is to match colours below.
Colorbond Surfmist
Colorbond Basalt
Colorbond Cove
Colorbond Dune
Colorbond Evening Haze
Colorbond Gully
Colorbond Mangrove
Colorbond Pale Eucalypt
Colorbond Paperbark
Colorbond Shale Grey
Colorbond Wallaby
Colorbond Windspray
Monier Abalone
Monier Wild Rice
Monier Oyster
Monier Caviar
Monier Barramundi
Monier Mochachoc
Harmony Coffee Bean
Harmony Pearl
Harmony Stellar
Harmony Tarragon
* The brands and products referenced above are shown for description purposes only. Cedar Woods is not recommending any particular brand or product.
ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES PORCH The front elevation must contain either a covered porch or a verandah. The roof of the porch must be at least 1.2m deep. VERANDAH A verandah is to be at least 1.2m deep and ideally extend across at least a third of the elevation. Wrap around verandahs are encouraged particularly where there is a secondary street frontage. ENTRY DOORS Front entry door is to be visible from the primary street and include glazing within the door or a sidelight provided adjacent to the door. Obscure glazing within the door or sidelight is permitted.
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FRONT WINDOWS The dwelling front elevation must include a window with transparent/clear glass, configured for passive surveillance. All windows which address a street (or are visible to a street) are to have brickwork or walling above the window to the eaves. Roller shutters are not permitted on front façade windows. Good design will remove the future requirement for roller shutters by incorporating double glazing, awnings or toughened glass etc. Obscure glazing not permitted to the front elevation, unless this a highlight window to a bathroom/ensuite. ROOF DESIGN Where a sloped roof is proposed, the roof visible to the street(s) must be a minimum 25-degree pitch for the main roof. Eaves are to be at least 450mm wide to all habitable rooms. A skillion roof is permitted with a minimum 10-degree angle. There must be a visible overhang to the skillion roof. A flat topped parapet wall to a sloped roof behind is permitted where the roof is fully concealed from the street(s). Gable roofs are permitted where simple in design. Gablets and finials are not permitted. Plain zincalume roof cover is not permitted. CORNER LOTS The dwelling shall address both street frontages. Materials and design detail from the front elevation are to extend at least 1500mm along the secondary street elevation. At least one major opening from a habitable room must be located within 2m of the corner of the home. The side fence is not to extend past a window located within 2m of the corner GARAGES AND CARPORTS Except on laneway lots, a garage must be incorporated into the main building. The garage is to be setback at least 0.5m behind the house front (excluding porches, verandahs and other features). Carports are permitted for laneway lots only and shall include a solid garage door. Colorbond is not permitted for garage pelmets. Flush fit pelmets will be considered in lieu of brickwork. FRONT FENCING No side boundary fencing is to extend past 1m behind the front of the dwelling unless it has been provided by Cedar Woods SIDE & REAR FENCING Side and rear boundary fencing will be provided by Cedar Woods in accordance with its rebate package. Side fencing shall return to the house at a minimum of 1.0m behind the front façade. LETTERBOXES The letterbox shall be designed and finished in materials and natural colour tones to complement the dwelling appearance. Pier format letterboxes are encouraged and novelty letterboxes are not permitted. Where front fencing is provided by Cedar Woods, the letterbox design is to be integrated into fence design. DRIVEWAYS The driveway and crossover shall comprise of brick paving, liquid limestone or exposed aggregate and finished in materials and colour tones to complement the dwelling appearance unless otherwise approved by Cedar Woods. Grey or coloured concrete to driveways or crossovers are not permitted. OUTBUILDINGS, UTILITIES & FACILITIES Outbuildings, sheds, meter boxes, bin storage areas, drying areas, air conditioning units, solar hot water systems, satellite dishes, TV antennae and radio masts are not to be visible from the street/s unless designed to complement the dwelling or concealed from view through use of appropriate screening. Where a rainwater tank is visible from the front street, it must be incorporated well into the design or appropriately screened. Preference is for solar panels to be located out of view from the front of the street, where feasible. Structures greater than 25 square metres shall be constructed in the same materials and finishes to match the house.
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3. SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN STANDARDS
Cedar Woods encourages homes which are efficient in energy and water. A home which has good orientation, ventilation and light will not only be more comfortable to live in, but also cheaper to run in the longer term. These design standards work together with Cedar Woods’ Sustainable Living Guide to encourage you to make smart choices to future-proof your home and ensure that it holds its value. The Sustainable Living Guide is found at www.bushmead.com.au. The following criteria includes both Requirements and Recommendations. REQUIREMENTS
These are the mandatory sustainable design provisions which must be addressed in the design and construction of each building.
RECOMMENDATIONS
These are optional elements which are included to show how you can achieve an even higher level of environmental sustainability.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION THERMAL PERFORMANCE All residential dwellings are required to address minimum energy efficiency standards under the Building Codes of Australia (BCA). This includes achieving a minimum thermal performance rating of 6 stars under the NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) REQUIREMENTS
Consistent with BCA requirements, all dwellings to be certified to achieve a minimum 6 star NatHERS rating.
CLIMATE RESPONSIVE ‘SOLAR PASSIVE’ DESIGN Designing for the local climate can enhance occupant comfort through passive design rather than relying solely on mechanical heating and cooling. This in turn will reduce running costs and have a long term benefit to our environment. Incorporating the following fundamental design features will go a long way to ensure you have an energy efficient home that is also naturally comfortable. Additionally, these design features will support achieving and quite likely exceeding a 6 star NatHERS rating. REQUIREMENTS The following are to be addressed through design:
North facing living • Minimum one main living area with a major opening to have a northern aspect (with the exception of lots facing NW to NE which may have the living space with an easterly or westerly aspect). Shading • East and west facing rooms to be protected from summer sun. Suitable treatments may include: use of fixed shading devices such as eaves, awnings and/or performance rated (WERS) glazing. Cross-flow ventilation • Openings – windows and doors – to allow for breezes to flow through main habitable areas and circulation throughout the home. Room zoning • Ability to zone (close-off) separate use areas for more efficient cooling and heating. Main use areas include – living, individual bedrooms and utility rooms.
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RENEWABLE ENERGY Renewable Energy takes advantage of natural systems, most commonly solar radiation and wind, for the production of electrical energy and water heating, thereby greatly reducing greenhouse gas emissions and household energy costs. A 1.5kW photovoltaic (PV) system produces approximately 6-8kWh/day over a 12 month cycle, which can reduce average household energy use by up to 50%. A solar hot water system will further reduce running costs and lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. REQUIREMENTS One of the following is to be installed:
Solar Energy • Photovoltaic system – minimum 2.0kW OR Water Heating • Solar water heater or heat pump system.
IN HOME ENERGY EFFICIENCY – FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES Energy use within the home is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. It is also an increasing utility cost for the home owner. Careful choice of fixtures and appliances can assist in reducing both energy bills and benefit the environment. REQUIREMENTS The following are to be achieved:
Air-conditioners • If installed, ensure the system has a high efficiency rating – i.e. a 5 star ‘Energy Rating’ rating (for heating and cooling) (or min 2.9 energy efficiency ratio for cooling) with inverter and ability to zone by use areas) Lighting • CFL or LED lighting throughout. • Install motion sensors to outdoor lights and low-use rooms. These can include front entry, garage and yard spaces, and internal rooms such as storage, pantry, walk-in-robes and toilets. Appliances • Installation of high ‘Energy Rating’ rated appliances including dishwasher with an energy consumption of ≤245kWH per year.
RECOMMENDATIONS The following features are recommended to be installed to ensure you have an even more energy efficient home:
Ceiling fans • Installed in main living areas and all bedrooms Cooking • Install gas or electric ceramic, halogen or induction cook top
PEAK LOAD MANAGEMENT Peak load refers to the increased demand for electricity mainly during peak summer hours, generally between 3 – 8pm, which is when families are at home using multiple appliances, including air-conditioners, computers and TVs. This ‘peak’ demand adds significantly to greenhouse gas output and places a high demand on the electricity grid. Strategies for peak load reduction in residential homes include implementing demand management through direct load control devices fitted to fixtures and appliances such as air conditioners and pool pumps. REQUIREMENTS The following are to be achieved:
• Air-conditioners enabled with Direct Load Control plug-in feature • Electronic ‘off-peak’ timer on automated garden reticulation systems, swimming pool and water features – if installed
RECOMMENDATION
• In-home energy usage monitoring display
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WATER EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION Perth is situated in dry climate zone with limited rainfall and limited supplies of fresh water. There are many things you can do to reduce your water consumption in and outside the home. WATER EFFICIENT FIXTURES AND APPLIANCES REQUIREMENTS The following are to be achieved:
Waterwise Fixtures and Appliances • All tap fittings to a minimum 4 star WELS rated • All shower fittings to be minimum 3 star WELS rated 7.5L/min consumption • All toilets to a minimum 4 stars WELS rated • Efficient – high WELS Rated – appliances: washing machines and dishwashers Swimming Pools • Fixed retractable pool cover – where pool is installed
WATER RE-USE Rainwater harvesting can be used to achieve greater water efficiencies. The best use of rainwater is to have the tank plumbed directly to toilet flushing and for cold water to the washing machine. Rainwater can also be used to supplement water heating and shower water. REQUIREMENTS One of the following options are to be achieved:
Waterwise Fixtures and Appliances • Rainwater tank installed and plumbed directly to toilets and cold water laundry −− For large lots ≤R30: Tanks with ≥3,000 litre capacity −− For smaller cottage lots (≥R40): Tanks with ≥1,500 litre capacity. OR • Greywater diverter garden reticulation system installed to washing machine and/or showers • Dwellings are to be plumbed with appropriate pipework to be grey water reuse ‘ready’ and grey water diversion, filtration and pump system, and sub-surface irrigation pipework to be installed as per Department of Health requirements prior to occupation of the dwelling.
WATERWISE LANDSCAPING All gardens in Bushmead are required to be sustainably landscaped and conform to waterwise garden principles. Sustainable landscaping will require the planting of indigenous plants which are native to the local area. Cedar Woods as part of the fencing and landscaping package will provide Waterwise front landscaping; however when planting the rear gardens, the following applies: REQUIREMENTS The following criteria are to be achieved:
Waterwise plants • Waterwise native indigenous plants • 80% of residential landscaping is to utilise waterwise species; and • 60% of plants are to be indigenous species to the Perth Coastal Plain
PRODUCTIVE GARDENS Residential gardens provide an ideal location for home-grown vegetable and selected fruit varieties. RECOMMENDATIONS The following are recommended:
• Vegetable beds – with good access to winter sun • Selected fruit trees – dwarf varieties best suited to coastal environments – e.g. lemon, lime, olive, avocado, guava • 60% of plants are to be indigenous species to the Perth Coastal Plain
Local nurseries will provide free landscaping advice and will advise on plants which meet the criteria.
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REDUCTION OF GROUND LEVEL HARD PAVING AREA: The urban heat island effect can increase ambient temperatures in urban areas. Reducing the amount to hard paved surfaces through a variety of soft and permeable surfaces and providing shading can reduce localised ambient heat and create a more liveable environment. RECOMMENDATIONS The following are recommended:
• Reduction of hardstand areas through utilisation of natural soft and permeable pavement; • Maximising vegetative cover and shading to paths and walls.
SAFE AND ACCESSIBLE HOMES Australia has an aging population which means more people with mobility issues. Sporting injuries and accidents may also result in accessibility difficulties. Universal design refers to buildings that are designed and fitted-out to allow ease of access to all people of all mobility’s and ages. There are a number of simple design and fitout features which if included allow ease of access and use for people with physical disabilities, mobility issues, the aged and children. RECOMMENDATIONS The following are recommended:
• Level entry: One level entry in the home from road way – may be front door or via garage • Internal doors with a min 820mm openings • A ground level bathroom and toilet with easy access. Bathrooms should have minimum open internal flooring dimensions of at least 2300mm x 2000mm and toilet, a minimum internal flooring dimensions of at least 1600mm x 1000mm • Hobless (step-free) shower recess • Semi-recessed basins to bathrooms • All door handles and light switches positioned in a consistent location between 900 – 1100mm above the floor and should be lever type • Power points installed not lower than 300mm above the floor.
WASTE MANAGEMENT Construction and household waste to landfill is a major environment concern impacting on the ground, water and air quality and native fauna. The more waste diverted from landfill and into recycling will be benefit to the environment. REQUIREMENTS To support greater recycling and reduce landfill the following are to be achieved:
• Waste separation bins – Separate and multi-use storage bins in kitchen for recyclables, compost and general waste
RECOMMENDATIONS In addition the following are recommended:
• Compost bins and/or worm farms for recycling food scraps and garden green waste
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CONSTRUCTION WASTE RECYCLING Recycling and reuse of excess ‘waste’ materials during construction is increasingly becoming common practice by many of Perth building companies, and there are a number of reputable waste management recycling companies in operation. Waste management is also important to maintain a healthy environment, particularly given the rich bushland surrounding your new home. REQUIREMENTS Your chosen builder is required to manage waste generated during the construction stage by addressing the following:
• Obtaining a letter of engagement from a suitably qualified and capable waste management recycling company detailing their percentage of recycling rate in weight or volume by a DER licenced facility. • The target is at least 80% of all built-form construction waste (by volume) is to be either recycled or reused.
In addition, the following criteria are to be addressed by the builder:
• Control potential for windblown waste by using appropriate solid sided storage receptacle • Following applicable local government bylaws or building permit requirements • Maintaining a clean and tidy building site that discourages illegal dumping
DISCLAIMER Cedar Woods reserves the right to amend the Design Standards over time to reselect changes In development, construction practices and planning regulations. Cedar Woods reserves the right to apply, enforce, vary or waive any of the requirements. If on balance the application embodies the objectives of the design principals and conforms to the contemporary Australian architectural vision. In the event that Cedar Woods allows a dispensation from the Design Standards, the dispensation will neither set a precedent nor Imply that the approval will be repeated. The purpose of images and Illustrations contained within this document is to Illustrate the Design Standards they apply to only. In the case that an Image or illustration does not fully comply with the Design Standards this will not over-ride the wording or intent contained within this document, and approval for same will not be granted. Cedar Woods’ Design Guidelines approval process does not constitute a local government planning or building license approval. Design approval will only be granted to an application as a whole. Conditional (partial) approval may only be granted where the colour selection remains to be made.
Design approval will only be granted In relation to the Information that Is detailed on the plans or otherwise submitted In your application. Any and all changes to an approved plan or additional detail will need to be submitted to Cedar Woods for approval. In the case of a possible conflict between two or more standards, Cedar Woods will assess the outcome of such a conflict on its merits and general consistency with the intent of the Design Standards. The decision to approve an application is based on compliance with the Design Standards at the sole discretion of Cedar Woods. Prior agreement with the landscape design principles Is required as part of your application. Qualification for Cedar Woods’ free front landscaping package Is dependent on Cedar Woods’ appointed landscape contractors confirming that these principles are compiled with in your final landscape package. These Guidelines do not replace or override, but should be read in conjunction with, the statutory planning requirements of the City of Swan, including Its town planning scheme, local planning policies, any Detailed Area Plans I Local Development Plan, the Residential Design Codes and such other planning controls which may apply.
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