Are there requirements for the orientation of each dwelling?
No specific orientation is prescribed. The Design Guide encourages dwellings to be oriented to achieve good solar access, outlook, privacy and connection to streets or public spaces.
There is no specific rule requiring each dwelling in a dual occupancy to face a particular direction. However, dwelling orientation is an important design consideration.
The Missing Middle Housing Design Guide encourages dwellings to be positioned and oriented to make good use of sunlight, outlook, street frontage and adjoining public spaces, while maintaining appropriate privacy and amenity.
Reference: ACT Missing Middle Housing Design Guide – Orientation and Outlook - https://www.planning.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/3092411/ACT-Missing-Middle-Housing-Design-Guide.pdf
Link on the answer: https://www.planning.act.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/3092411/ACT-Missing-Middle-Housing-Design-Guide.pdf
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