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Review of Environmental Factors
for
Identification Signage to
Hornsby Aquatic Centre
Prepared by Parks and Recreation Team
Hornsby Shire Council
December 2012
Contents
1. Introduction
2. Background
3. Description of the Development
4. Statutory Planning Considerations
5. Environmental Impact Assessment
6. Conclusions
Statutory and Environmental Planning Considerations
7. The existing Environment
8. Environmental Impacts of the proposed activity
9. Proposed Environmental Safeguards
10. Disposal of Waste and Surplus Materials
11. Views opinions and approvals of other authorities
12. Funding
13. Consultation
14. Details of persons who prepared the REF/Part V Assessment
15. Conclusions and Recommendations
16. Details of persons approving/endorsing this REF
17. Planning Review
Attachment 1 – Plans
Attachment 2 – Heritage Impact Assessment
Attachment 3 – Visual Assessment of the proposed sign
1. Introduction
Council proposes the development of signage to assist in identifying the Hornsby Aquatic Centre in Hornsby
Park. This Review of Environmental Factors (REF) has been prepared to explain the scope of the proposal
and put forward the case for why these works are required.
This REF is to be read in conjunction with the submitted plans, the Heritage Impact Assessment and the
Visual Impact Assessment.
2. Background
a. Location
The site is legally described as Lot 7306 within DP 1157797, known as Hornsby Park, which is a
Crown Reserve, with Hornsby Shire Council the Trustee. The allotment is located on the western
side of the Pacific Highway, Hornsby with a frontage extending from opposite the intersection with
Coronation Street north to the Hornsby TAFE site, as shown in Figure 1 below. The total site is
irregular but essentially rectangular in shape with an area of about 16.7 hectares, a frontage of about
168m to the Pacific Highway and a maximum depth of about 1 kilometre.
Figure 1: Hornsby Park location
The works that are the subject of this application apply only to a portion of the site, being the area on
the Pacific Highway frontage north of the intersection with Coronation Street.
b. Zoning
The site is zoned Open Space A under the Hornsby Shire Local Environment Plan.
Hornsby Park
Hornsby
Station
Sign
location
c. Existing Landscape
The site is located within Hornsby Park, a portion of which was originally dedicated as a government
Recreation Reserve in 1896. The majority of the land which comprises the park is largely
undeveloped, other than some access roads through the central portion of the park and the
developed park frontage closest to the Pacific Highway.
The key elements of the developed park include a formalised landscape treatment established in the
1930’s comprising axial pathways, avenues of trees, stone walls and focal points such as pergolas.
Recently development approval was granted for a new Hornsby Aquatic Centre to replace the now
demolished former aquatic centre. The new aquatic centre is being developed some 40 metres back
from the park frontage behind the established landscape of garden beds to the Pacific Highway
frontage; open grasslands dominated by large mature Turpentine trees; and formal pathways.
The park is located at the north-western edge of the Hornsby Town Centre, generally within a Civic
Precinct of key community services that include the post office, police station court house and
Council chambers and Hornsby Tafe. Bushland adjoins the site to the west and residential
development occurs to the south west.
3. Description of the Development
The scope of works which comprise the development application includes:
a. The construction of identification signage for the new Hornsby Aquatic Centre (HAC); and
b. Landscape works associated with the sign setting.
The proposal is to develop a vertical sign that draws strong reference to the architecture of the HAC and the
heritage character of Hornsby Park, by utilising common materials, construction methods and references to
the architecture and the park. The sign design visually links with the HAC architecture, to ensure that it
contributes to the wayfinding experience of people making their way to the aquatic centre.
Sign Design
The proposed sign rises some 8.0 metres above the ground and is 2.5 metres wide at the top and 1.25
metres wide at the base. It is a two sided sign that addresses people and vehicles approaching from both the
north and south. It is located on the park frontage in a position where it is clearly visible in long views from
both directions. The sign is positioned within a planted garden area that extends along most of the frontage
of the park.
The sign has been sized to ensure it responds to the scale of the park and its setting. The 160 metre long
park frontage and setting back of the HAC some 40 metres from the road, mean that there is a need to
create a recognisable marker on the park frontage. The sizing of the structure also relates to the need to be
able to read messages on the sign from some distance.
Relationship with the Developed Park
A series of sandstone walls, ramps and stairs are to be developed under approved plans for the HAC that
include the establishment of a new southern pedestrian entry into the park that leads to the HAC entry
forecourt. The approved southern entry has been designed to complement other existing entry points on the
park frontage and enhances the user experience. It will reinforce the users understanding of key historic
elements of the park, including the north-south, east-west and curved paths, existing sandstone treatments
at the northern and central entry points and the pergolas that are arranged along a key north south oriented
path and park frontage.
The proposed sign is located within a planted landscape that extends along the entire Pacific Highway
frontage. It is intended to rise out of this planted setting adjacent to a sandstone wall that links to works
associated with the approved southern park entry.
The planted median and dominant vegetated character of the park frontage set the character of this ‘Civic
Precinct’ of Hornsby Town Centre, providing a visual experience of the park extending into the road reserve.
Existing trees within the park rise to a height well above the proposed sign providing a solid vegetated
backdrop. The distinctive historic Turpentine plantings located within the developed park are typically 12-17
metres high and 11-18 metres wide and there is also a strong vegetated backdrop of exotic and native trees
and bushland. Cumulatively the trees and bush backdrop set a strong character to the park and ensure that
the proposed sign structure is sized to be legible from the Pacific Highway carriageway. A smaller scale sign
would not achieve an appropriate level of legibility.
Development approval of the Hornsby Aquatic Centre
Development Approval (DA/1129/2011) was recently granted for the development of a new three (3) level
aquatic centre including basement carparking; a new driveway access adjacent to the southern boundary of
the park and connecting to the Coronation Street intersection; associated site works, tree removals, drainage
works and landscaping.
This approval includes a requirement to undertake landscape works immediately south of the proposed sign
location that includes the development of pedestrian ramps, stairs and paths on the Pacific Highway frontage
of Hornsby Park. An implication of the approval of these works is the requirement to remove the existing
sandstone bus shelter, Magnolia (T14) and adjacent Angophora tree (T13).
An evaluation of alternative vehicle access options for the Hornsby Aquatic Centre that supported the
application requires the works to be completed in accordance with a plan titled Hornsby Aquatic Centre
Option 1 Vehicular Entry / Egress, Evaluation of Potential Parkland Impact, Drawing No. LA-01. This plan is
attached as Figure 2 and shows the scope of landscape works to be completed within the park area.
A further aspect of the approval of the HAC is the need to provide signage that can advise the public when
the carpark is full. This signage needs to be legible for cars approaching the site from both the north and
south.
Figure 2: Copy of plan that identifies the scope of improvements to the park as approved under the Hornsby
Aquatic Centre DA/1129/2011.
4. Statutory Planning Considerations
a. Overview
The proposal is to develop a sign that assists users in finding the HAC and is compliant with relevant
Environmental Planning Instruments. The below discussion identifies key documents and how the
proposal responds to their requirements.
b. Crown Lands Act 1989
The Act is relevant as Hornsby Park is a Crown Reserve under the ownership of the Department of
Lands. Hornsby Shire Council acts as Trust Manager for the Park.
The objects of this Act are to ensure that Crown Land is managed for the benefit of the people of
NSW. The Act also makes provision for protection of the environment within Crown Reserves.
The proposal to develop building identification signage on the park frontage is ancillary to the already
approved HAC development. The development of this key identification marker for the aquatic centre
is expected to have minimal impact on the natural resources of the park, due to it being sited within a
large area of developed parkland. Measures to address sediment and erosion control, management
of the construction activity and re-landscaping of the area impacted by the works will be in place
before construction commences. The aim of these measures is to ensure the construction does not
create adverse environmental impacts.
c. Hornsby Shire LEP
The site is zoned ‘Open Space A (Public Recreation – Local)’ under the Hornsby Shire Local
Environment Plan 1994 (HSLEP). The proposed development is ancillary to the use of the site as a
park and a community facility. The recent approval of the Hornsby Aquatic Centre (DA/1129/2011)
confirms that the development of a community facility is permissible on this land.
Clause 6 of the Hornsby Shire LEP identifies a number of savings provisions. In particular under
subclause 3 Development may be carried out by or on behalf of Council for the purposes of the
following may be carried out on any land without development consent:
(d) installation or maintenance of park furniture including seats, picnic tables, barbecue
units and shelters, awnings and shade structures, gazebos and pergolas, bollards,
playground equipment, flag poles, bridges, staircases, boardwalks, lighting
(excluding ovals, tennis courts and the like), Council information signs;
The HSLEP identifies in Clause 18 heritage provisions that apply to the subject site, as it is located
within a heritage item listed in schedule D and a heritage conservation area shown in Schedule E of
the HSLEP.
Clause 18 (5) identifies the requirement of the Council to …take into consideration the likely effect of
the proposed development on the heritage significance of a heritage item and its setting, and on the
heritage significance of a heritage conservation area, archaeological site or potential archaeological
site…
The site is identified in Schedule D of the HSLEP as a heritage site of regional significance.
Schedule E of the HSLEP also identifies the site as a part of a Heritage Conservation Area. An
assessment of the Heritage Impacts of the development proposal is included in support of this
development application (See Attachment 2).
As the sign’s purpose is to provide for the identification of the Aquatic Centre and the information
panel is to provide information relating to the operation of the centre, it is considered that the
development of the sign does not require development consent. A Heritage Impact Assessment
prepared by the Heritage Consultants Weir Phillips Architects has been prepared indicating how the
proposal is expected to impact on the heritage significance of the site.
d. Development Control Plan – Heritage
The purpose of this Plan is to manage heritage and outline specific controls for development relating
to heritage items and heritage conservation areas. An assessment of heritage issues prepared by
the Heritage Consultant Weir Phillips Architects is attached to this statement (See Attachment 2).
e. Development Control Plans – Outdoor Advertising and Hornsby Town Centre
Under the DCP for Outdoor Advertising the construction of signage is permitted within Open Space
A zonings with Consent, where the signs are identified as ancillary to the approved use of the
premises. As the proposed sign is directly linked to the approved HAC it is considered the
development of this sign is permissible.
The type of sign as described in this application does not strictly fall within the range of signs
described by the specific controls in the DCP. The closest form of sign described in the DCP is a
pole or pylon sign. The DCP requires that this type of sign shall:
1. Have a maximum area of 4.5 square metres
2. Shall not be more than a maximum of 8 metres above the ground
3. Where illuminated may require a timer to be fitted to extinguish illumination
between specified hours
4. Shall not be less than 2.6 metres above the ground
The DCP – Outdoor Advertising also makes reference to the provisions of the Hornsby Town Centre
DCP and the controls that apply to Precinct 1, which includes Hornsby Park and adjoining lands. The
controls that apply to this area of land require that signs should be limited to one free standing sign
per allotment in the front setback area with a maximum area of 3m2. The controls also require that
where possible signs should be incorporated into the architecture of the building or on purpose made
structures which relate to the style and materials of the building.
The characteristics of the sign as described in this application are that it:
Will rise to approximately 8.0 metres height
Is a purpose made structure set in a landscape setting that has strong references to the
architecture of the HAC and the heritage character of the park.
Has a message content that includes an electronic LED panel capable of displaying a
variable message and ‘Hornsby Aquatic Centre’ lettering that collectively cover an area of
approximately 3m2.
The ‘Hornsby Aquatic Centre’ lettering in the sign will be illuminated and the Digital LED
variable message sign will be connected to a timer that will extinguish illumination when the
HAC is closed to the public.
The design of the proposed sign has carefully considered the landscape setting of the site. The
location, sizing and orientation are all organised to ensure the sign contributes to assist the public in
finding the HAC while also complementing the heritage park setting by use of sympathetic and
similar materials.
An important aspect of the Digital LED variable message sign is its ability to inform HAC visitors of
any temporary interruptions to arrangements including a requirement that the parking management
is linked to a ‘Carpark Full’ display that is visible from the park frontage.
f. State Environmental Planning Policy No 64: Advertising and Signage
SEPP 64 is primarily directed at the control of advertising signage development. It does however
apply to a wider variety of signs including building identification and information signage of the type
identified in this proposal.
The key parts of SEPP 64 that are relevant to this proposal are the Schedule 1 Assessment Criteria
identified in the Environmental Planning Instrument. The following is a discussion of the proposal
and how it responds to these criteria:
1. Character of the area
The proposal is compatible with the existing or desired future character of the area as it has
been designed with strong references to the HAC building architecture and the existing
character of the developed Hornsby Park. The proposal builds on the theme of the approved
architecture within the park and the locality.
2. Special areas
As indicated in the attached Heritage Impact Statement the proposal is not considered to detract
from the amenity or visual quality of the area.
3. Views and vistas
The proposal does not obscure or compromise important views or dominate the skyline and
reduce the quality of vistas. The proposal does not impact on the viewing rights of other
advertisers as it does not contain any advertising and there is no advertising within the
immediate area (although advertising is present within approximately 50m of the sign location).
4. Streetscape, setting or landscape
The signage proposal responds appropriately to the streetscape, setting and landscape in terms
of its scale, proportion and form as indicated in the visual assessment that has been prepared. It
also contributes to increase visual interest in the streetscape and setting.
The proposal is neutral in terms of any potential impact on visual clutter as it does not include
advertising elements and the site area is devoid of advertising. The proposal is located in an
area that is attractive and does not contain unsightly elements. The visual assessment confirms
that the proposal will not protrude above buildings, structures or tree canopies in the area or
locality. The proposal does not require ongoing vegetation management as it is carefully sited in
a position where there is a gap in tree cover.
5. Site and building
The proposal is compatible with the scale, proportion and other characteristics of the site as
demonstrated by the visual assessment and the discussion in this statement. The proposal does
respect important features of the site as indicated in the Heritage Impact Assessment. The
proposal reflects an innovative and imaginative response to the site through the provision of an
attractive form, scale and style that makes appropriate references to the building architecture.
6. Associated devices and logos
The sign does not require any special safety devices or platforms. The lighting of the sign and
incorporation of the Hornsby Shire Council logo has been designed as an integral and subtle
part of the signage structure.
7. Illumination
Illumination has been incorporated into the sign as it needs to be legible in the evenings when
the aquatic is open. The illumination is subtle and limited to the backlighting of the ‘Hornsby
Aquatic Centre lettering and the LED message panel, both of which will not contribute glare. The
sign has been carefully located to ensure it contributes to assist the public in finding their way to
the aquatic centre. It is therefore not expected to affect safety for pedestrians, vehicles or
aircraft. The sign is not expected to be visible from any residence and will therefore not detract
from their amenity. The intensity of the illumination of the LED panel is expected to be adjusted
to be less bright at night. It is expected that the illumination will be turned off when the centre
closes at approximately 10pm.
8. Safety
The proposal is not expected to reduce the safety for any public road, pedestrian or cyclist as it
is sited well back from the carriageway in an area where the streetscape opens up to a wider
view. It will not reduce sightlines into the park as it has been carefully designed as a vertical
element to ensure sightlines into and out of the park remain clear and open.
5. Environmental Impact Assessment
The following is an assessment of the key planning matters for consideration as required under the
Environmental Planning and Assessment Act:
1. Context and setting
The sign location has been carefully determined following an evaluation of view lines for visitors
approaching the park from both the north and south. This evaluation considers both pedestrian and
vehicle views.
A series of photographs are presented in Attachment 3 that explain the sign size and how prominent
it will be in views. The photographs also demonstrate why it is important that the sign structure is
placed in the selected location.
The large scale of the setting means that for the sign to be visible when approaching, particularly in a
car, it needs to have appropriate sized lettering and be of a scale that is legible.
2. Public domain
The proposal will result in a positive public domain outcome as a consequence of:
Improvements to the visual prominence of the HAC by clearly identifying that the centre
is located nearby.
The design of the sign ensures clear views into the park from the Pacific Highway are
retained.
The sign design has been carefully developed to have strong references to the Aquatic
Centre building architecture and heritage character of the park while also focusing on
ensuring the sign is placed in such a way as to be visible for vehicle traffic approaching
the park.
3. Heritage
An assessment of the heritage implications of the proposal has been prepared by the consultant
Weir Phillips Pty Ltd and is attached to this statement (See Attachment 2).
4. Soils, flora and fauna
The sign is located within developed parkland and is not expected to have any sort of adverse
impact on flora and fauna of the locality due to it being remote to the bushland that occurs within
Hornsby Park. For this reason it is not considered necessary or appropriate to complete any specific
flora and fauna assessments.
5. Trees
A Tree Assessment and Audit was prepared by Growing My Way Tree Services in support of the
HAC redevelopment. It identified a number of trees that are required to be removed as a
consequence of the works and a copy of this assessment is attached to this application (See
Attachment 4).
In addition to the trees identified for removal in this document, the approved landscape works for the
HAC require the removal of an additional mature Angophora costata (number T13) as this tree is
adversely impacted by the development of pedestrian ramps in this area.
6. Safety, security and crime prevention
The proposed sign will contribute to improve safety, security and crime prevention by improving the
public understanding of where the HAC can be found within the park. It will also improve access
arrangements for visitors to the HAC by allowing improved communication advising when the
carpark is full. The sign is designed to be tall and slender to ensure it is easy to see past and it does
not limit views across and into the open parkland.
The sign design complements other approved works for the park associated with the HAC, which
have been carefully arranged to ensure there are clear views across and through the park and
towards the park entry. The previously approved works under the HAC Development Approval
(DA/1129/2011) include approval to remove the existing Magnolia Tree (T14) and Angophora
Costata (T13) and the removal of the existing sandstone bus shelter in this area.
7. Social and economic impacts
The proposed sign will contribute an improved understanding of the location of the new HAC which
will in turn assist its commercial viability.
8. Site design
Careful consideration has been given to the site design of the proposal which has included
consideration of:
The scale of the setting including the wide Pacific Highway streetscape, the long park
frontage that contrasts with the built form of the adjoining town centre, the dominance of
large trees and landscape plantings within the park area ;
View lines from the north and south along the Pacific Highway towards the park;
The proposed access arrangements to the new aquatic centre for both pedestrians and
vehicles, focused on new southern entries to be developed under approved plans for the
HAC;
The approved design of a new southern pedestrian entry that shall include sandstone walls,
stairs and ramps immediately south of the proposed sign;
The position of the sign within a planted garden area;
Sizing the lettering of the sign to ensure it is clearly readable from a distance of at least 50
metres; and
The sign having a colour scheme and design that draws strong reference to the architectural
design of the HAC.
9. Construction works
The construction of the sign will be coordinated to coincide with approved landscape hard and soft
works that are to occur on the park frontage. The approved landscape works include concrete
pavements and sandstone wall elements that will be extended to include the base of the sign.
Council has a stockpile of retained sandstone from the recent demolition of the CWA building that is
intended to be used in the park walls.
The sign itself will be fabricated off-site before being installed into a prepared concrete foundation.
It is expected that the landscape works will proceed in 2013 over approximately 3 to 6 months. The
works to construct the sign are expected to provide minimal disruption as they will occur over a
relatively short period within this time frame.
6. Conclusions
The proposal to develop an Identification sign for the Hornsby Aquatic Centre extends from the need to
ensure people can find the centre. The location of the approved Aquatic Centre development well back from
the street frontage means that there is a need to provide a marker in the park frontage to assist in finding the
centre.
This REF provides a comprehensive assessment of the proposal against all applicable Environmental
Planning Instruments. The development has been found to be compliant in relation to the planning controls
and it is appropriate for approval to be dealt with by the exhibition of a Review of Environmental Factors.
Potential for environmental impacts relate to the following matters:
Visual impact on the character of the park.
Conflicts with the heritage objectives of the park
The plans and details contained in this application demonstrate that the proposed sign responds
appropriately to the above and all other relevant matters for consideration.
7. THE EXISTING ENVIRONMENT
Describe the existing environment prior to the proposed activity occurring
7.1) Site description /Current Landuse
See notes above in Sections 2 and 3.
7.2) National/State/Regional/Local Conservation significance YES NO
Does the site have conservation significance or impact on an
Area of conservation significance?
7.3) The Natural Environment YES NO
7.3.3) Geology, geomorphology and geological sites
Is the site geology a significant factor?
7.3.4) Soil type(s)
What is the soil type/is it a significant factor in the activity?
7.3.5) Plants (including presence of ROTAPs, threatened species/ populations
communities/ habitats. See also sections 6.5 to 6.8)
What is the vegetation present and will the proposal disturb vegetation?
The proposal impacts on an area of developed parkland.
Are there any threatened species/populations/communities/critical habitats/ ROTAN species or
species/vegetation of conservation significance?
7.3.6) Animals (including presence of threatened species/ populations/
communities/ habitats)
What are the fauna species present and will the proposal disturb fauna habitat?
The proposal will not impact on any native fauna species.
Are there any threatened fauna species/populations/communities/critical habitats or fauna species of
conservation significance?
7.3.7) Water Catchments/Water quality
Is there any water quality or catchment issues to consider on the site?
7.3.8) Exotic Species - presence and extent
Are there any weeds or feral animals on the site? If so what?
7.3.9) Fire - history, hazards
Is there any fire history or hazards applicable for the site?
The park includes bushfire prone lands however a large Asset Protection Zone is established between the
edge of the bushland and the proposed sign development.
7.3.10) Areas sensitive because of physical / biological factors
Are there any sensitive features of the site which requires consideration?
7.3.11) Land contamination
Is the site affected by land contamination?
7.3.12) Other (specify any other environmental factor)
Are there any other features or considerations present on the site?
7.4) The Cultural Environment
YES NO
7.4.1) Known and potential Aboriginal Sites / Places of cultural significance
to Aboriginal community
Are there any Aboriginal heritage considerations?
(The Heritage Planner can be consulted with regard to known Aboriginal sites and the procedures for
archaeological surveys and consulting the Metropolitan Land Council).
7.4.2) Known and potential historic places or relics
Are there any European heritage considerations?
(Heritage items and Heritage Conservation Areas are listed in the HSLEP and also notified on the relevant
COL applications. Consultation should occur with the Heritage Planner if the proposal may affect a heritage
item or is within a heritage conservation area).
Hornsby Park is listed as a Heritage Item. A Heritage Impact Statement is attached.
7.4.3) Collective values of landscape
Are there any cultural or historic features of the landscape?
Hornsby Park is listed as a Heritage Item. A Heritage Impact Statement is attached.
7.4.4) Description of built environment
What is the built environment /are there any considerations necessary?
See Sections 2, 3, 4 and 5 of this statement for details of considerations and responses.
7.4.5) Other (specify any other cultural factor)
7.5) The Social Environment - current usage and impacts
7.5.1) Recreation
Are there currently recreational aspects to consider?
The site is used as a developed town park and an aquatic centre is currently under construction. The
proposed development complements and enhances these uses.
7.5.2) Scenic / Visual
Are there currently recreational aspects to consider?
A visual assessment has been prepared.
7.5.3) Education
Are there any current educational uses to consider?
7.5.4) Scientific Sites
Are there currently scientific uses on the site to consider?
7.5.6) Other (specify)
Are there any other social uses on the site to consider?
8. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF THE PROPOSED ACTIVITY
Answer Yes or No indicating if the proposed activity will have an impact on the environment. If the answer is
yes, qualify the level of impact and add information on the type and extent of the impact. Indicate if the
impact will be beneficial or harmful to the environment
Include whether the impact will be temporary, long term, or cumulative in nature.
Physical or pollution impacts
YES NO
8.1) Air Impacts
8.1.1) air quality
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.1.2) greenhouse or ozone considerations
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.1.3) any other air impacts
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.2) Water impacts
8.2.1) impacts from changes in surface or groundwater quality
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.2.2) impacts from use of water
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
YES NO
8.2.3) impacts from changes to natural water bodies, wetlands or runoff patterns
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.2.4) impacts from changes to flooding or tidal regimes
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.2.5) impacts from changes in water quality with economic, health, ecosystem
or amenity considerations e.g. salinity, colour, odour, turbidity, temperature,
dissolved oxygen, nutrients, pH factors or pollutants (intentional or
unintentional releases of oil, fuels, toxins - including heavy metals and
anti-foulants, spoil, sediment, sewage or other waste)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.2.6) Other impacts from waste water generation and sewage services
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.2.7) Are there any other possible impacts to water as a result
of the activity?
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3) Soil and stability impacts
8.3.1) degradation of soil quality including contamination (intentional
or unintentional)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3.2) salinisation, acidification
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3.3) loss of soil from wind or water erosion
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3.4) loss of structural integrity of the soil
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3.5) increased land instability with high risks from landslides or subsidence
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3.6) impacts from on-site waste water disposal
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.3.7) other
YES NO
8.4) Noise and vibration impacts
8.4.1) results in increased noise or vibrations to unacceptable levels for
the surrounding communities
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.4.2) affects sensitive properties (educational, hospitals, residential, heritage)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.4.3) other
Biological Impacts
8.5) Fauna Impacts
8.5.1) any impacts upon or displacement of fauna species (including animals,
birds, frogs, reptiles, insects, fish or crustaceans)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.5.2) any reduction of critical habitat of any unique, threatened or endangered
fauna (within the meaning of the NP&W Act 1974)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.5.3) impacts which create significant barriers to fauna movement
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.5.4) any other impacts
8.6) Flora Impacts
8.6.1) any impact on flora species (including trees, shrubs, grasses, herbs or
aquatic plants.)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.6.2) impacts from the clearing or modifying of extensive areas of
relatively undisturbed native vegetation or wetlands
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.6.3) any other impacts
8.7) Ecological Impacts
8.7.1) any threat to the biological diversity or ecological integrity of species
or communities
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.7.2) any barrier to the normal replenishment or revegetation of existing
species following disturbance
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
YES NO
8.7.3) impacts from the introduction of noxious weeds, vermin, feral
species or diseases or releases genetically modified organisms.
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.7.4) impacts from the uses of pesticides, herbicides, fertilisers or other
chemicals which may build up residues in the environment
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.7.5) Bushfire risk impacts
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.7.6) any other impacts
8.8 Threatened Species Considerations
- is the activity likely to affect any threatened species, populations or ecological communities, or their
habitats the following Assessment of Significance under section 5A of the EP&A Act is required.
Section 5A subsection 1 states that each of the factors in subsection 2 must be taken into account in
deciding whether there is likely to be a significant effect on threatened species, populations or ecological
communities, or their habitats, and any assessment guidelines.
If YES and threatened species are likely to occur on the site: Consult the Bushland and Biodiversity
Team for advice and a list of appropriate flora and fauna consultants.
(Note: A Species Impact Statement (SIS) is required if an activity is on land that is, or is part of critical
habitat; or there is likely to be a significant effect as determined under s.5A of the EP&A Act, the seven part
assessment of significance).
Critical habitat: the whole or any part or parts of the area or areas of land comprising the habitat of an
endangered species, population or ecological community that is critical to the survival of the species,
population or ecological community.
Significant impact: if the Assessment of Significance determines that a there will be a significant effect on
threatened species, populations or ecological communities, or their habitats a SIS will be required.
Assessment guidelines means assessment guidelines issued and in force under section 94A of the
Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 or, subject to section 5C, section 220ZZA of the Fisheries
Management Act 1994.
Key threatening process means a threatening process specified in Schedule 3 of the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995 or, subject to section 5C, Part 7A of the Fisheries Management Act 1994.
Section 5A EP&A Act – Assessment of Significance
Subsection 2
a) in the case of a threatened species, whether the action proposed is likely to have an adverse effect on the life cycle of the species such that a viable local population of the species is likely to be placed at risk of extinction,
No
b) in the case of an endangered population, whether the action proposed is likely to have an adverse effect on the life cycle of the species that constitutes the endangered population such that a viable local population of the species is likely to be placed at risk of extinction,
No
c) in the case of an endangered ecological community or critically endangered ecological community, whether the action proposed: i) is likely to have an adverse effect on the extent of the ecological community such that its local
occurrence is likely to be placed at risk of extinction, or ii) is likely to substantially and adversely modify the composition of the ecological community such that
its local occurrence is likely to be placed at risk of extinction? No
d) in relation to the habitat of a threatened species, population or ecological community: i) the extent to which habitat is likely to be removed or modified as a result of the action proposed, and ii) whether an area of habitat is likely to be come fragmented or isolated from other areas of habitat as
a result of the proposed action, and iii) the importance of the habitat to be removed, modified, fragmented or isolated to the long-term
survival of the species, population or ecological community in the locality? No e) whether the action proposed is likely to have an adverse effect on critical habitat (either directly or
indirectly)? No
f) whether the action proposed is consistent with the objectives or actions of a recovery plan or threat abatement plan?
No
g) whether the action proposed constitutes or is part of a key threatening process or is likely to result in the operation of, or increase the impact of, a key threatening process?
No
Resource Use Impacts
8.9) Community resources
8.9.1) any significant increase in the demand for services and infrastructure
resources including roads, power, water supply and drainage, waste
(including sewage) management, education, medical and social services
If Yes, Will that demand be High Medium Low
8.9.2) any significant resource recycling or reuse schemes to reduce resource
usage
If Yes, Will that be High Medium Low
8.9.3) any diversion of resources to the detriment of other communities or
natural systems
If Yes, Will the impact be High Medium Low
YES NO
8.9.4) any degradation of infrastructure such as roads, bridges
If Yes, Will that be High Medium Low
8.9.5) any other impacts on community resources
8.10) Natural resources
8.10.1) any disruption or destruction of natural resources (e.g. fish habitat or
fish species) with impacts on industries based on these resources
If Yes, Will the impact be High Medium Low
8.10.2) any disruption of existing activities (or reduction of options for future
options) because of the natural resource demands of the proposal.
If Yes, Will those disruptions be High Medium Low
8.10.3) any use which results in the wasteful use of large amounts of natural
resources
If Yes, Will that wastage be High Medium Low
8.10.4) any use which results in the substantial depletion of natural resources
If Yes, Will the depletion be High Medium Low
8.10.5) any use which results in the degradation of any area reserved for
conservation purposes
If Yes, Will the degradation be High Medium Low
8.10.6) any other impacts on natural resources
Community Impacts
8.11) Social factors
8.11.1) any impacts which result in a change in the community’s demographic
structure
If Yes, Will that change be High Medium Low
8.11.2) any environmental impacts that may cause substantial change or
disruption to the community (loss of neighbour cohesion, access to
facilities, links to other communities, community identity or cultural
character)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.11.3) any impacts which result in some individuals or communities being
significantly disadvantaged
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
YES NO
8.11.4) any impacts on the health, safety, security, privacy, or welfare of
individuals or communities because of factors such as:-
- air pollution or odour
- noise, vibration, blasting, electromagnetic fields or radiation
- release of disease or genetically modified organisms
- lighting, overshadowing or visual impacts
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.11.5) any impacts that result in a change in the level of demand for community
resources (e.g. facilities, services and labour force)
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.11.6) any other social impacts
8.12) Economic factors
8.12.1) any impacts which result in a decrease to net economic welfare
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.12.2) any impacts that result in a direct cost to the community or individuals
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.12.3) any impacts that result in a decrease in the community’s economic
stability
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.12.4) any impacts which result in a change to the public sector revenue or
expenditure base
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.12.5) any other economic impacts
8.13) Heritage, aesthetic, cultural impacts
8.13.1) any impacts on a locality, place, building or natural landmark having
aesthetic, anthropological, archaeological, architectural, cultural,
historical, scientific, recreational, scenic or social significance or
other special value for present or future generations
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
See attached Heritage Impact Statement.
8.13.2) any impacts from new lighting, glare or shadows
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.13.3) any other heritage, aesthetic or cultural impacts
8.14) Land use impacts
YES NO
8.14.1) any major changes in land use
If Yes, Will that be High Medium Low
8.14.2) any curtailment of other beneficial issues
If Yes, Will that be High Medium Low
8.14.3) any property value impacts with land use implications
If Yes, Will that impact be High Medium Low
8.14.4) any other land use impacts
8.15) Transportation impacts (during construction and operation)
8.15.1) substantial impacts on existing transportation systems (rail, water,
road, air or pedestrian - both public and private), altering
present patterns of circulation, modal split or movement of people
and/or goods
If Yes, Will those impacts be High Medium Low
8.15.2) directly or indirectly encourages additional traffic
a) during construction
If Yes, Will that be High Medium Low
b) during operation
If Yes, Will that be High Medium Low
8.15.3) increases demand for parking (off and on street including residential
areas)
If Yes, Will those demands be High Medium Low
8.15.4) any other impacts on transport or traffic
9. PROPOSED ENVIRONMENTAL SAFEGUARDS
Describe measures to ameliorate impacts (e.g. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) or Soils and Waste Management Plan (SWMP), and measures to protect flora and fauna.
Include maps, diagrams, photographs, plans and supporting information.
A plan of the land to which the application relates must accompany the REF indicating the following,
on or adjacent to the land:
- the location and design of the proposal
- a vegetation map (if applicable)
- any areas of conservation significance
- the location of any easements
- the location and use of any existing buildings and infrastructure; and
- any other relevant information
See Attachment 1 plans.
10. DISPOSAL OF WASTE AND SURPLUS MATERIALS
10.1) Description of material and quantities
The sign will be manufactured off-site. Minor excavation will be required to build footings and the excavated
material will remain on-site and reused.
10.2) Destination approved for all waste and surplus materials
11. VIEWS/OPINIONS/APPROVALS OF OTHER AUTHORITIES
As the works are wholly contained with a public reserve and do not impact on any other authorities, no
approvals of other authorities has been sought.
12. FUNDING
Please identify the source (Special Rates, Grants, Revenue, Donations, In-kind, Developer, Contributions)
The funding source is Special Rate Variation funds.
13. CONSULTATION
Does the project require consultation with any of the following authorities or internal teams?
Authority Consultation required Consultation
occurred
NSW Agriculture yes no yes no
Hawkesbury Nepean Catchment Management
Authority
yes no yes no
Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Natural
Resources (formerly DLWC, Dept of Urban Affairs and
Planning
yes no yes no
NSW Fisheries yes no yes no
Department of Environment and Conservation yes no yes no
Roads and Traffic Authority
Local Development Advisory Committee
Regional Development Advisory Committee
yes no yes no
NSW Health yes no yes no
NSW Fire Brigades yes no yes no
WorkCover Authority yes no yes no
Electricity Supply Authority (Trans Grid, Energy
Australia, Integral Energy)
yes no yes no
State Rail Authority / City Rail yes no yes no
NSW Waterways (MSB) yes no yes no
NSW Forestry Commission yes no yes no
Police Department yes no yes no
Department of Commerce (formerly Dept of Public
Works)
yes no yes no
Department of Mineral Resources yes no yes no
Department of Environment and Conservation yes no yes no
Sydney Water yes no yes no
Community Organisations / Committees yes no yes no
Members of Parliament yes no yes no
Other . . . .. . . .. .. . . . . .. . . . .. . yes no yes no
INTERNAL REFERRALS
Works Division yes no yes no
Traffic & Road Safety Branch yes no yes no
Health & Building Surveyor yes no yes no
Development Engineer yes no yes no
Planning Branch - Strategic
- Heritage
yes no
yes no
yes no
Parks and Landscapes Team yes no yes no
Environmental Health and Protection Team yes no yes no
Waste Management Team yes no yes no
Water Catchments Team yes no yes no
Bushland and Biodiversity Management Team yes no yes no
Fire Control yes no yes no
Other yes no yes no
14. This REF/Part V Assessment was prepared by:
Kurt Henkel, Landscape Coordinator, Parks and Recreation 8/12/2012
(Name and Title/project officer) Date
15. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
(tick)
the proposal will not have any significant impact on the environment and should proceed;
the proposal will include mitigation measures and methods to avoid a significant impact on the
environment and should proceed;
the proposal will have a significant impact on the environment and an environment impact
statement is required;
the proposal is on land that is, or is part of critical habitat or is likely to have a significant impact
on threatened species, populations or ecological communities, or their habitats, and a species impact
statement is required; or
the proposal will have a significant impact on the environment and should not
proceed.
16. This REF/Part V Assessment is Endorsed and Approved by:
________________________________________ _________________
(Branch Manager) Date
17. PLANNING REVIEW
This section is to be referred to the Assessment Planning Team Co-ordinator for review as part of the
Planning Assessment.
1. TITLE OF PROPOSAL
Identification Signage to Hornsby Aquatic Centre
2. PLANNING
2.1) Location of proposal, Name of Reserve (if appropriate, including Lot and DP Nos)
Hornsby Park, Pacific Highway, Hornsby, Lot 7306 within DP 1157797.
2.2) Description of proposal
Construction of Identification Signage for Hornsby Aquatic Centre
2.3) Zoning of land under the HSLEP 1994
Open Space A
2.4) Permissibility
The development can be described as:
Installation of Council Information Signs
which does not require development consent by virtue of clause 6(3)(d) of the HSLEP (minor Council works)
and therefore an assessment under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 is
required.
The proposed Activity is permissible under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment
Act 1979, subject to an environmental assessment or review of environmental factors.
[NAME]
[Position] Date: