Development

Campbell residents potentially exposed to loose asbestos

ABC Online News and iPrime Canberra are reporting about potential asbestos exposure for residents in Campbell at the site of a house being demolished. There are disturbing reports that ACT Government agencies (ACTPLA and Office of Regulatory Services – Workcover) have been severely talking down the nature of the risks involved despite the fact that samples originating from the demolition project have been confirmed as asbestos and found in neighbouring driveways, yards and gutters.

Canberra Times: NCA faces roasting over ASIO HQ

Tonight, 26 November 2009 the National Capital Authority will hold a public forum (at Parliament House) to provide an opportunity to begin a continuing dialogue about planning in Canberra and ensuring Canberra’s “place” as the national capital. The Canberra Times is reporting that despite the issuing of a formal order of proceedings, the ASIO building is likely to be the main topic of discussion at the meeting with many angry Campbell residents intenting to demand answers from the NCA about its overall involvement in the project. The Canberra Times article has been reproduced below:

Canberra Times: Secret Manoeuvres (The destruction of the Griffin Legacy)

On 15 August 2009, the Saturday Canberra Times ran a very interesting article written by John Thiselton which discussed how the new ASIO building is contrary to and will destroy the concept of the NCA’s Griffin Legacy. The Griffin Legacy is likely to be a very hot topic at the upcoming NCA public forum. The article is reproduced below:

Free Public Lecture: 2009 Walter Burley Griffin Memorial Lecture (30 November 2009)

The Australian Institute of Architects invites the general public to the 2009 Walter Burley Griffin Memorial Lecture to be delivered by world renowned architect Professor Jan Gehl. Gehl’s vision is to create better cities, aspiring to create cities that are lively, healthy, diverse, sustainable and safe – and thereby improve people’s quality of life. 2009 Walter Burley Griffin Memorial Lecture – Presented by Jan Gehl Time: 18:00 Date: Monday 30th November Where: The Shine Dome, Gordon St, ANU, Acton Bookings essential. Please RSVP to act@raia.com.au

Invitation to comment: Codification of Change of Use Charge (closing 16 December 2009)

In the 2009-10 Budget, the ACT Government agreed to the codification of the Change of Use Charge system in the Territory. The local consultant Macroeconomics has been engaged to undertake this project.  The consultant team will be led by Professor Des Nicholls of the Australian National University. Public consultation has commenced on the proposed codification process.  A discussion paper outlining the proposed framework, approach and methodology for codification has been prepared by the consultants. Public input into this discussion paper is welcome and submissions should be forwarded to changeofuse@act.gov.au. by 5pm Wednesday 16 December 2009. The discussion paper has been …

Development Applications in the North Canberra district open to public comment for 20 November 2009

Each week, the North Canberra Community Council is sent a weekly summary of all new significant development applications that are also notified in the Canberra Times and on ACTPLA’s website at the following link: http://apps.actpla.act.gov.au/pubnote/index.asp The latest development applications lodged for the North Canberra area and open for comment include:

Reminder – Public Forum: National Capital Authority (26 November 2009)

On 26 November 2009 the NCA will hold a public forum to provide opportunity to begin a continuing dialogue about planning in Canberra, and ensuring Canberra’s ‘place’ as the national capital. The event will take place at Parliament House commencing at 6pm. The length of the forum will vary according to the level of interest, but it is expected to finish between 9pm and 10pm. Tea and coffee will be available. The purpose of the forum is to provide a framework for discussion between the NCA and the community and stakeholders on: An introduction to the NCA and its role; …

Invitation to Comment: ACTPLA – Territory Plan Review – testing of Residential Codes structure (closing 4 December 2009)

The North Canberra Community Council, as a participant in the ACT Government coordinated Planning and Development Forum, was sent the following correspondence (below) from ACTPLA. The document seeks feedback on proposed changes to the Residential Code structures for the Territory Plan. The NCCC is encouraging members of the community to provide comments and feedback that can be incorprated in a submission by leaving public comments below or alternatively send your comments (in confidence) to the council via our Contact Us page.

Invitation to comment: ACTPLA paper on planning rules for ‘granny flats’, student accommodation (Closing 11 December 2009)

Planning rules for ‘granny flats’, student accommodation and retirement housing are the subject of an issues paper released today by the ACT Planning and Land Authority (ACTPLA). Chief Planning Executive Neil Savery said the paper—Special residential and nonresidentialuses in residential zones— would be available for public consultation until 11 December. “This paper, which is part of general review of policy in the Territory Plan, discusses non-standard and non-residential uses in residential zones, and invites comment on possible policy changes,” Mr Savery said. “It’s looking at planning rules for buildings such as boarding houses, student accommodation and ‘granny flats’.