How are heritage constraints considered during residential development assessment?
Heritage constraints are considered during residential development assessment by identifying whether a proposed development may affect a heritage place or its heritage values. Works such as demolition, alterations, additions, earthworks, landscaping changes, or new development may require heritage assessment or approval. The proposal must demonstrate that heritage impacts are avoided or appropriately managed while protecting the significance of the site.
Heritage constraints are considered during residential development assessment by identifying whether the proposed works may affect a heritage place or its heritage values. Under the Heritage Act 2004, changes to heritage places must not reduce their heritage significance. Development that may impact heritage values, such as demolitions, building alterations, additions, earthworks, landscaping changes, or new development, may require heritage approval or assessment.
During assessment, the proposal may need to demonstrate that heritage impacts are avoided or appropriately managed. Depending on the type and scale of works, a Development Application, heritage approval, or supporting documents such as a Heritage Statement Report may be required. Heritage considerations can influence the design, materials, location, and extent of proposed residential development to ensure the heritage values of the site are protected.
Link on the answer: https://www.act.gov.au/environment/heritage/apply-for-heritage-approvals-and-permits/development-at-heritage-sites
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