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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

This Frequently Asked Questions document (FAQ v2) replaces the FAQ document posted on the Satterley website in January 2019 (FAQ v1). At a Special Council Meeting held on 27 August 2019, the Shire of Mundaring Councillors resolved to recommend the WA Planning Commission refuse Local Structure Plan 34 Amendment 1 (SP34), commonly referred to as the North Stoneville Townsite. This FAQ responds to the concerns raised by the Council and answers some of the common questions asked about the proposed North Stoneville Townsite development.

CONTENTS

ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONS ............................................................................................. 3

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ........................................................................................ 4

1. Where can I obtain information on SP34 for the North Stoneville Townsite? ...................... 4

2. What is SP34? ................................................................................................................... 4

3. Who is responsible for approving SP34? ............................................................................ 4

4. What are the key facts? ..................................................................................................... 5

5. What was the Council’s decision and recommendation to the WA Planning Commission? 6

6. Why is this land being developed for a new townsite? ........................................................ 7

7. Why is the current approved Local Structure Plan being amended? .................................. 7

8. Why is there a need for a new townsite in North Stoneville? .............................................. 8

9. What is the Vision for North Stoneville? ............................................................................. 8

10. What are the expected benefits to the community? .......................................................... 9

11. Will the townsite be a high density suburban-style development with most block sizes being 350sqm like some developments on the coastal plain? ................................................ 9

12. Why not subdivide into 5 acre blocks like parts of Stoneville and Parkerville? ................ 10

13. How will the townsite development impact on the environment? .................................... 11

14. What will happen to the dams on the property? .............................................................. 11

15. Why is a townsite proposed on bushfire prone land? ..................................................... 11

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16. What is the recycled water facility proposed for North Stoneville? .................................. 12

17. Will there be a buffer from the recycled water facility to nearby properties? ................... 14

18. Is there enough information to address community concerns regarding the recycled water facility system? ..................................................................................................................... 14

19. Will the water quality of the Jane Brook and Susannah Brook be affected by discharges of recycled water? ................................................................................................................ 15

20. Who pays for the water and sewer services? ................................................................. 15

21. What sustainability initiatives are incorporated in the development? .............................. 15

22. Where will residents work? ............................................................................................. 16

23. What will be the impact of traffic on the local road network? .......................................... 17

24. What provision is being made for public transport? ........................................................ 18

25. Are there going to be shops? ......................................................................................... 18

26. Is there a risk of increased crime and anti-social behaviour? ......................................... 18

27. What provision is being made for children, youth and seniors? ...................................... 18

28. When will the public primary school be constructed? ..................................................... 19

29. Are there plans for any high schools? ............................................................................ 19

30. What will be the impact on Hills tourism? ....................................................................... 19

31. Will the traditional owners of the land be consulted? ...................................................... 20

32. Can I have a say on the development? .......................................................................... 20

33. If it’s approved, when will development start? ................................................................ 21

34. Where will the first stage of development be and what blocks and infrastructure will be delivered? ............................................................................................................................ 21

35. When will the blocks be for sale and how much will they be? ......................................... 22

36. Who is Satterley? ........................................................................................................... 22

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ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONS The following acronyms and abbreviations are used in this FAQ document.

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Meaning

DBCA Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

DEE Department of Environment and Energy

DFES Department of Fire and Emergency Services

DoE Department of Education

DoH Department of Health

DoT Department of Transport

DPLH Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage

DWER Department of Water and Environmental Protection

EPBC Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation

ERA Economic Regulation Authority

LPS Local Planning Strategy

LPS4 Local Planning Scheme No. 4

LSIP 265

Local Subdivision and Infrastructure Plan No. 265 - used in this report to differentiate between the plan originally approved over the North Stoneville Townsite by the Shire in 1998 and the current proposal LSIP 265 was adopted as SP34 under LPS4

LWMS Local Water Management Strategy

MRS Metropolitan Region Scheme

NLA Net Lettable Area

WAPC WA Planning Commission

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. Where can I obtain information on SP34 for the North Stoneville Townsite? The Structure Plan (SP34) and accompanying technical reports can be viewed on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au. The website also includes:

• Place Vision Blueprint

• Information Brochure

• Fact Sheet

• ‘Hot off the press’ articles with latest news & updates

• Full suite of display materials from the Community Drop In Day held July 2019

• Timeline If your answer is not provided in this FAQ, please feel free to contact our friendly team at northstoneville@satterley.com.au or 9368 9185.

2. What is SP34? A Local Structure Plan (SP) is the primary document guiding future land use and development and is one of the first steps in the development of urban areas. Under the Shire of Mundaring Local Planning Scheme No 4 (clause 5.17) a SP is required for the subdivision and development of land within a Development zone. The contents required for a SP are set out by the state-wide Planning and Development (Local Planning Scheme Regulations) 2015. SP34 sets out the proposed movement network, the location of retail and community facilities such as shops, schools and public open space, as well as housing densities, land use classifications and zones for the proposed North Stoneville Townsite development. SP34 also contains a number of technical documents to show that the area is capable of being developed addressing matters such as traffic movements, environmental considerations, bushfire management and a retail/commercial strategy assessment. SP34 and supporting technical reports are all available on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au.

3. Who is responsible for approving SP34? The Shire of Mundaring was responsible for advertising SP34, considering public submissions and making a recommendation to the WAPC. The WAPC makes the final decision on SP34. In considering SP34, the Shire and WAPC consult with relevant State agencies and also have regard to public submissions. Additional approvals will also be required from Commonwealth and State agencies. Some of the key approvals include:

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- Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act 1999 approval - DEE

(Federal Government); - Recycled water facility works approval - DWER, DoH and ERA (State Government); and - Bushfire Management Plan – DPLH and DFES.

Following approval of a structure plan, further approvals are required at more detailed stages of the planning process including local development plans, subdivision of lots and the development of subdivided lots.

4. What are the key facts?

Land area 555ha Zoned MRS Urban – 238ha Zoned MRS Rural - 317ha

Location 5km north of Mundaring. Framed by Roland Road to the west, Hawkstone Street (formerly Cameron Road) to the north, Stoneville Road to the east and Kilburn Road / Brindle Road to the south. Refer North Stoneville information brochure, page 2. This brochure is available on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au.

Number of blocks proposed

1,410 blocks

• 1,350 zoned Residential (approximately 238ha total)

• 60 zoned Rural Residential (approximately 120ha total) NOTE: Compared to the existing Structure Plan approved in 1999, the amended Plan proposes to increase the average block size to 2,000sqm and the overall yield has reduced from 1,700 to 1,410

blocks.

Block sizes proposed

Over 70% of blocks are expected to be above 1,000sqm.

• 1,100 (78%) 800-2,000sqm blocks (R5-R12.5)

• 200 (14%) 350-800sqm blocks (R12.5-R25)

• 50 (3.5%) 350sqm & smaller* blocks (R25-R60)

• 60 (4.5%) 1-2ha (2.5-5 acre) Rural Residential blocks * The smallest blocks (350sqm) are contemplated for the village centre locations to cater for small households including seniors, downsizers and people who do not wish to take on the maintenance of a larger block.

Future population ~3,900 people, based on 2.8 people per dwelling.

Future services 1. Power (Western Power) 2. Potable water (Water Corporation) 3. Sewer (private operator, Water West) - all wastewater from the

development will be collected, treated and reused entirely within the development, mostly for irrigation of public open space.

4. Telecommunications (NBN) NOTE: Reticulated gas is not available or proposed.

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Future open spaces

• Conservation & recreation area – 100ha (18% of the total site); plus

• Public open space (POS) area – 47ha including linear open spaces along creek lines. This equates to a POS contribution of 16% of the urban area and well in excess of the minimum 10% requirement (24ha) under WAPC policy.

This public open space is proposed to include:

• ~22 open spaces being a combination of neighbourhood, local & pocket parks with active kickabout spaces, playgrounds and nature play areas, bike & hike trails, picnic and barbecue areas, shaded resting areas, educational spaces etc.

• 5 retained dams.

• Predominantly native and waterwise plants. Green links and wider road reserves will also provide for the retention and/or planting of vegetation.

Future schools 1 x public primary school – no timing specified by DoE. 1 x private school – no timing specified. NOTE: DoE own an immediately adjacent site which is earmarked for a public high school sometime after 2031.

Future retail /commercial

Provision for 1,500sqm NLA of retail, hospitality, childcare, medical and/or business co-working space.

Development timeframe

At least another 2 years before site works commence (subject to approvals). Thereafter, an estimated 15 years for completion (subject to market conditions).

Role of Satterley Developer, project manager, sales & marketing agents and community development service providers.

5. What was the Council’s decision and recommendation to the WA Planning Commission? Satterley lodged SP34 with the Shire of Mundaring in December 2018. The Shire advertised SP34 for public submissions and at a Special Meeting of the Council held on 27 August 2019, the Council resolved to recommend refusal to SP34 (refer minutes). This recommendation will be forwarded to the WAPC which is responsible for deciding whether SP34 will be approved (with or without modification) or refused. The Shire Officers’ Report to the Council concluded that SP34 is generally compliant with the Planning Framework. The Report recommended several modifications to the Plan if the Council was minded to recommend approval. However, the Officers were unable to reach agreement with Main Roads WA and the adjacent City of Swan on required upgrades to the district and regional road network and, for that reason alone, recommended refusal to the Plan. At its Special Meeting, the Council adopted additional reasons for refusal relating to:

• bushfire risk

• environmental approvals; and

• public transport.

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The Council added further issues for consideration by the WAPC (not reasons for refusal) including:

• consultation with the Aboriginal community

• the buffer to the wastewater recycling facility

• management of stormwater and recycled water, and

• the impact of climate change on bushfire risk and water flows.

6. Why is this land being developed for a new townsite? North Stoneville (and a separately owned landholding in nearby North Parkerville) were identified as growth areas for the Shire in the 1990s. The strategy of both the State Government and Shire is to avoid the fragmented subdivision of rural blocks and to concentrate future growth into distinct townsites. The land is zoned ‘Development’ for townsite development under the Shire of Mundaring Local Planning Scheme No 4 (LPS4) and Urban under the Metropolitan Region Scheme. The townsite is designated in the State Government’s strategy for Perth and Peel @3.5 million adopted in 2018, and the Shire’s Local Planning Strategy adopted in 2015 as a major growth point to accommodate forecast population growth for the Shire and North-East Sub-Region. As the Officers’ Report to the Council states, North Stoneville has already been determined as suitable for a townsite and this position is embedded in the Planning Framework. A Structure Plan was approved for North Stoneville by the Shire in 1998 (Structure Plan LSIP265). This plan proposed approximately 1,700 blocks, a neighbourhood centre, a primary and high school and public open space. LSIP265 was adopted as SP34 under LPS4 which was approved by the Minister for Planning and Gazetted on 17 February 2014. The proposed Structure Plan updates the previous plan to reflect contemporary policy and practice, including townsite planning and design, bushfire mitigation and environmental management.

7. Why is the current approved Local Structure Plan being amended? The Shire approved a Structure Plan for the proposed townsite in 1998 (LSIP265) which was subsequently noted by the WAPC in 1999 as a basis for zoning Urban under the MRS. Satterley could have chosen to implement the approved Plan, however, took the view that the Plan needed to be updated to better reflect the Hills character of village/town settlements in a landscape of rolling hills and bushland. This included a reduction in the proposed housing density and yield from 1,700 blocks to 1,410 blocks. There was also a need for the Plan to better respond to state and local government policy, particularly with respect to bushfire management and environmental considerations. The introduction of the Commonwealth Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act 1999 further highlighted the importance of the protection of endangered species, including species of black cockatoo, which has been an important consideration in the proposed Structure Plan.

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8. Why is there a need for a new townsite in North Stoneville? The population of the Shire of Mundaring has grown from around 30,000 people in 1991 to 40,000 in 2017 and is forecast to grow to over 54,000 by 2037 (Shire of Mundaring Local Commercial Strategy, 2017). The North Stoneville Townsite was identified for future development during the preparation of the previous Shire of Mundaring Town Planning Scheme No.3 to accommodate a part of this growth. The land was zoned for Development in the Scheme in 1994 and subsequently zoned Urban in the Metropolitan Region Scheme. The proposed townsite reflects the strategy of the State and local government since the 1990s which is to consolidate development in the Shire into existing and designated new townsites separated by rural buffers. Concentrating growth in and around townsites is seen to be more efficient in the use of land and delivery of infrastructure. It provides greater choice and variety of housing to meet different and changing household needs; enable better access to shops, schools and services by means other than a private car; provides better protection of the environment; reduces bushfire risk and, as the Council Report states limits urban sprawl (p31, Section 6.1). It also avoids the continued fragmentation of rural land into rural-residential blocks which is seen as a relatively inefficient form of development, places demands on community and service infrastructure which are difficult to meet and can have adverse social, environmental and bushfire management impacts. The proposed townsite development is a key component of the State Government’s metropolitan strategy Perth and Peel@3.5million (2018), the North-East Sub-regional Planning Framework (2018) and the Shire of Mundaring Local Planning Strategy to accommodate the future population growth of the Shire. The WAPC has estimated that an additional 8,070 dwellings will be required in the Shire by 2050 of which 2,670 can be provided by infill development in existing townsites, requiring land for the balance of 5,400 homes.

9. What is the Vision for North Stoneville? “North Stoneville will grow as a contemporary Hills townsite that feels quintessentially local - with a rich sense of community and a strong spirit of collaboration. Blending seamlessly within the local landscape, North Stoneville will bring new homes and facilities to make the Hills’ lifestyle dream a reality for approximately 3,900 residents. The investment into modern services and new technologies will promote a sustainable community and fresh lifestyle alternative”. To understand more about the Vision for North Stoneville, refer to the North Stoneville Place Vision Blueprint (November 2018) on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au.

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10. What are the expected benefits to the community?

• Increased choice and variety of blocks for existing Hills residents and those aspiring to a Hills lifestyle.

• More housing options for people working in the Shire – based on most recent Census data, 44% of the Shire’s workforce live outside the municipality, with most workers travelling from the City of Swan (15.6%) and the Shire of Kalamunda (5.7%).

• Much needed job opportunities in the construction phase with an average 265 full-time jobs and a further average 167 direct and indirect jobs across a 15-year construction period; and up to 180 jobs within the townsite on completion; plus additional jobs in the wider community.

• A stimulus to the local economy and local business with an injection of $548 million (current $) on land development and house construction, and additional expenditure in local businesses including retailers, health services and professional and personal services in the townsite and wider community as the population grows.

• Sustainable housing and environmental initiatives. Refer Q.21 on sustainability initiatives.

• Major recreation and tourist opportunities.

• The provision of shopping, local services, schools, ovals, sporting facilities, parks and community meeting places.

• Upgrades to local roads and intersections through developer contributions and agreements with the Shire of Mundaring.

• Partnership opportunities for local organisations.

• A comprehensive community development program, including a calendar of events and sponsorship program.

• Increased rates base from new dwellings within North Stoneville Townsite for the Shire of Mundaring to invest in amenities and services to service the whole Shire.

11. Will the townsite be a high density suburban-style development with most block sizes being 350sqm like some developments on the coastal plain? No. A great deal of consideration has gone into the planning and design of the proposed townsite to ensure it reflects the character and lifestyle of Perth Hills communities. Conventional suburban development typical of the coastal plain is totally inappropriate for the Hills. SP34 proposes a tailored design solution for the townsite which is responsive to the site and surroundings. Rather than broadacre subdivision into same size lots, SP34 together with the Transect Design Guidelines clusters development into walkable and well-connected villages with graduated lot sizes and distinctive character areas. These are reminiscent of traditional villages and townsites but with modern services and amenities. The Transect Design Guidelines together with the Place Vision Blueprint are evidence that SP34 is more than just a structure plan. They will ensure that the townsite is created with a distinct identity, sense of place and foundation to integrate the new townsite into the broader community. SP34 contains a significant value proposition with many features over and above what is normally provided to ultimately benefit the local community and Shire as a whole. Out of the total 1,410 blocks, the vast majority, 1,100 or 78% are in the range 800-2,000sqm. There will also be a selection of larger rural-residential zoned lots (1ha-2ha). Only 50 blocks, or 3.5%, are approximately 350sqm. For the full breakdown of proposed block sizes under SP34, refer to the Q.4 key facts table in this FAQ document.

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The Plan also provides variety and choice in housing both to meet the market and Government policy. Unlike in conventional suburban subdivision, existing landform / slopes will be retained where possible to minimise retaining walls and site fill. It is proposed to limit levelling and site fill primarily to the building pads with the balance of the blocks to remain in natural landform. A Transect Design Guide has been developed to function as the overarching design framework to inform delivery of streets, open space, and private land, with design guidance that is calibrated to the site’s unique features. Refer to the North Stoneville Transect Design Guide (November 2018) on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au. Around 35% of the 40,000 strong population currently residing in the Shire is over 50 years of age. Some small lots are needed for smaller households including seniors, downsizers, those who want a low maintenance block, or those entering the property market for the first time. Of the proposed 1,410 lots only 50 are around 350sqm and these are spread throughout the development, framing the village greens and community amenities at the centre of the walkable neighbourhoods. There are examples of similar sized lots in the Mundaring Townsite at the Hilltop Grove Estate, Timber Brook Cottages and Gill Street which have proven to be very attractive to those seeking a smaller block and fit well with the surrounding area. The average lot size in SP34, in fact, is over 2,000sqm with a net density of less than 5 dwellings per hectare (dw/ha) which is not dissimilar to densities in other townsites in the Shire. In comparison, for conventional subdivisions, the Government target is 26 dw/ha at an average lot size of 385sqm, five times higher than the density proposed for North Stoneville. As the Council Report correctly states, the proposed density is very low, much lower than the densities previously approved under LSIP265, and much lower than densities in contemporary coastal plain subdivisions. North Stoneville is not just about building homes. It will also be about building a new community where residents can be connected and have a sense of belonging. The Plan is supported by a Place Vision Blueprint which sets out the vision, values and strategies which will give North Stoneville its distinctive sense of place and foundation to build the new community. Refer to the North Stoneville Place Vision Blueprint (November 2018) on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au.

12. Why not subdivide into 5 acre blocks like parts of Stoneville and Parkerville? Subdivision of the site into 5 acre blocks is not an option. Consolidation of future growth into townsites was, in fact, a Government response to concerns about the broadscale subdivision of rural land in the Shire into 5 acre rural-residential lots. This form of development is no longer favoured by the WAPC and is limited to locations close to existing villages and townsites by the Shire (p9 LPS). Since the 1990’s, State and local government policy has been directed towards consolidating growth in the Shire into existing and designated new townsites. The Plan, however, does propose 60 rural-residential blocks over approximately 120ha of the site. These are located on the periphery of the townsite as a transition to existing rural-residential blocks adjacent to the land, and to maintain the scenic aspect from Roland Road. Rural-residential blocks are also located on areas with greater physical constraints, including steep slopes and highly vegetated areas.

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13. How will the townsite development impact on the environment? A key objective underpinning SP34 has been to create a development which is sensitive to the environment, landform and landscape. Historical use of the site as farmland means that around 168ha of the site is already cleared for grazing. The vegetation that is proposed to be cleared for the townsite development under SP34 is well represented locally and limited to vegetation of lesser quality in terms of condition and as a fauna habitat. To offset the clearing of vegetation, the Plan prioritises the retention of significant trees and high-quality remnant vegetation within a large 100ha conservation and recreation park. This includes the highest quality fauna habitat for species including the Carnaby’s Black Cockatoo. Significant trees will also be retained in parks, road reserves and private property wherever possible for their contribution to the environment and fauna habitat. The conservation and recreation park will be connected to a further 47ha of parks and public open spaces giving a total area over one third the size of Kings Park. This will provide a major recreation and tourist resource not only for North Stoneville but for the wider Hills and the metropolitan communities. The proposed development will enhance the most important features of the environment. Importantly, it will bring currently privately-owned land into public ownership for the use and enjoyment of the whole community.

14. What will happen to the dams on the property? All five dams currently located on the site are proposed to be retained, including the dam in the north-east which is fed by a creek of Indigenous significance and will be protected as part of the Aboriginal Heritage Act. An Indigenous Heritage Survey also found some other significant sites. These sites and creek lines have been retained where practicable as part of public open spaces and protected by prescribed buffers. Along with being attractive features of the public open space, the dams will also provide an important stormwater drainage management function.

15. Why is a townsite proposed on bushfire prone land? The majority of the Shire of Mundaring is bushfire prone and so not surprisingly, bushfire risk was a key concern in many of the public submissions on SP34. Bushfires can have a devastating effect on communities, and bushfire mitigation and management has been prioritised in the planning and design of the proposed townsite. Once fully completed, North Stoneville will be one of the few areas in the Shire capable of being classified as “not bushfire prone” under the current Mapping Standards. The Council Report confirms that SP34 is compliant with bushfire policy and if implemented would reduce the bushfire hazard to the wider community (refer pp60-72).

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Following recent bushfires, particularly in the Eastern Hills, the Government has strengthened bushfire legislation, policy and practice to ensure the necessary bushfire safeguards are in place. The proposed townsite will comply with all State and local government’s bushfire planning policy and guidance. A major benefit of consolidating development in townsites is to better manage bushfire events than can be the case with extensive rural-residential development. SP34 has been prepared in accordance with State Planning Policy 3.7 Planning in Bushfire Prone Areas and the associated Guidelines for Planning in Bushfire Prone Areas. A Bushfire Management Plan (BMP) was prepared in 2016 and an updated plan has been prepared and is attached to SP34. This assesses the bushfire hazard level and identifies the measures necessary to respond to a bushfire event. These measures include multiple points for emergency access, protection of homes through low fuel asset protection zones, designation of building envelopes, and management of the conservation areas and open space to reduce fire risk. The Plan has also been prepared in consultation with the Shire and Department of Fire and Emergency Services and will be modified as necessary to ensure that all necessary measures are included to prevent or mitigate bushfire risk. Overall, the development will improve bushfire management in the area by reducing the fuel load through clearing of degraded vegetation, the provision of reticulated scheme (potable) water for firefighting purposes which is not currently available, the availability of farm dam water for firefighting and improved road connectivity to existing adjacent subdivisions. The feedback we have received is that residents of Mundaring are very aware of the risk of bushfires and measures needed to address these risks. In planning for the townsite, Satterley has undertaken to provide information to future homebuyers on bushfire safety and resilience and the role and contribution of the volunteer fire brigade.

16. What is the recycled water facility proposed for North Stoneville? All wastewater (sewage and grey water) from homes in the North Stoneville development will be delivered to the recycled water facility. Each household will be connected to a pressurised sewer system that delivers wastewater to the recycled water facility, which allows the natural topography of the hills setting to be retained, by avoiding significant earthworks necessary to accommodate gravity fed sewer systems. The facility then produces recycled water for non-potable uses and it is proposed the recycled water will be reused entirely within the development, mostly for irrigation of public open space. There may be potential for some recycled water to be made available for irrigation of residential gardens. The proposed operator of the recycled water facility service is Water West which is a Western Australian licensed water utility. Water West will be required to obtain a number of regulatory approvals to comply with policies and parameters including those that relate to nutrient management, recycled water quality management and buffers. As a licensed water services provider, Water West will have an ongoing requirement to meet regulation compliance. Property owners within the North Stoneville development will receive sewage rates from Water West rather than the Water Corporation. Property owners will still receive bills from the Water Corporation for scheme water used in the home and garden.

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The proposed recycled water facility uses a combination of membrane filtration technology and biological processes and includes UV disinfection, to produce the recycled water. The proposed recycled water facility is similar to the existing Mundaring Wastewater Treatment Plant as well as systems used at Rottnest Island and Monkey Mia. Mundaring Wastewater Treatment Plant facility currently provides recycled water to irrigate the Harry Riseborough Oval. This existing Mundaring Wastewater Treatment Plant immediately adjoins the Mundaring Christian College Primary School and is about 175m from the nearest house, and 1.2 kms from the central community/retail precinct of Mundaring.

ABOVE: Aerial image of the existing Mundaring Wastewater Treatment Plant PHOTO SOURCE: Nearmap, 2018

ABOVE: The same technology is used in Rottnest near Pinky’s Beach. PHOTO SOURCE: ABC News online, 9 Feb 2019

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More information on the recycled water facility can be found in section 6.3 (page 21) and Appendix D (North Stoneville Wastewater Servicing Concept Design Assessment) of the Local Water Management Strategy lodged with SP34 and available on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au.

17. Will there be a buffer from the recycled water facility to nearby properties? The proposed location of the proposed recycled water facility is about 400m from any existing home and about 600m from any new home in the proposed development. The facility will be set back a minimum 50m from Hawkstone Street (formerly Cameron Road) and screened from Hawkstone Street and Roland Road by vegetation. The facility requires an area of approximately 0.6ha plus new dams (for winter storage of recycled water) and is proposed to be situated in the former gravel quarry area in the north-west section of the site.

18. Is there enough information to address community concerns regarding the recycled water facility? The concept design for the recycled water facility is appended to the LWMS which was advertised with SP34 and is posted on Satterley’s North Stoneville website. The information provided in the SP34 documents addresses all the information requirements for local structure plans as set out in the State’s Government Sewerage Policy (Schedule 1). Specifically, the information provided covers method of treatment and disposal, land requirements, preliminary buffer requirements, identification of potential environmental issues/management, water balance, required regulatory approvals and identification of the potential service provider (Water West). In response to community comments, Water West, has provided to the Council further supplementary information on the licensing requirements, funding of the system, environmental and amenity impacts, contingencies in the event of breakdowns, the strict systems required for approval, monitoring and compliance, and examples of similar systems operating in WA and the Eastern States. It should be noted that the recycled water will have been through a treatment process that will meet both environmental and public health standards of DWER and DoH respectively. Specifically, in regard to environmental management, treatment will be tailored to meet water quality requirements which are particular to this catchment. The multi-barrier treatment of the wastewater ensures there are no public health issues which can arise in the downstream catchment. Management of nutrient release into the environment is the key environmental focus for the recycled water produced. To this point, it should be noted that the level of nutrients in the recycled water being applied to the public open space is less than the levels that would otherwise result from standard fertiliser application. As the Council Report correctly states (p106), there are sufficient checks and balances within the various approval processes, to address the concerns regarding the recycled water facility raised in submissions on SP34.

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19. Will the water quality of the Jane Brook and Susannah Brook be affected by discharges of recycled water? There will be no discharge of recycled water directly into the streamlines, including Jane and Susannah Brook, or the downstream environment. The existing farm dams will not be used to store recycled water. The recycled water facility will have its own recycled water storage dams within the Water West site. The dams will be constructed using existing site materials and imported materials where design requirements dictate, and they will be lined with high density polyethylene (HDPE). HDPE liners are highly durable and resistant to UV exposure and penetration. Further, the water levels in the dams will be monitored real-time, so in the unlikely event that there were to be a leak this would be detected and rectified very quickly. The stormwater management system will be separate from the recycled water system and will treat stormwater runoff high in the catchment, as close to source as possible. Recycled water will not be used near nor interact with the stormwater system. The development will preferentially use stormwater systems which mimic the natural environment, favouring surface conveyance via vegetated channels that tie in with the surrounding landscape, and which also provide nutrient, hydrocarbon, sediment and gross-pollutant removal. The cleaned runoff from the development will be conveyed via vegetated streamlines to the existing dams, which will be retained and will provide a flood detention function. The dam outlets will be designed so that the runoff flow rates that are experienced now (pre-development) will not be exceeded in the post-development environment. The existing streamlines both upstream and downstream of the dams will be retained, and in locations where these are currently in a degraded condition, they will be stabilised and revegetated to mimic natural streamlines. This will include more natural features such as pools and riffles in favour of engineered structures. The above approach will protect both the site and the downstream environment from erosion and sedimentation. The LWMS addresses the management of recycled water and confirms that recycled water will not be discharged into Susannah Brook and Jane Brook. The LWMS for SP34 has been approved by DWER and DBCA. Additionally, a Works Approval application will be assessed by DWER in accordance with Part V of the Environmental Protection (EP) Act 1986. Water West has previously received approval from DWER under Part V of the EP Act for application of recycled wastewater in equally sensitive local environments.

20. Who pays for the water and sewer services? The proposed development will fund an extension of the existing water main network along Roland Road from the Zamia Water Tank source, 7km south of the site. The sewer services through the recycled water facility will also be funded by the development.

21. What sustainability initiatives are incorporated in the development? Sustainability is a key consideration for the North Stoneville Townsite and a feature of SP34. The aim is to go beyond the statutory requirements and seek EnviroDevelopment project accreditation for the proposed townsite development.

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SP34 (p77) shows how the sustainability measures proposed in the Structure Plan align with the EnviroDevelopment accreditation criteria. The key sustainability initiatives include:

• 100ha set aside for conservation and recreation park;

• respect for the natural landform and landscape;

• lot design and orientation for energy efficiency;

• water sensitive urban design and management;

• recycling of water for irrigation of public open space;

• re-use of materials for landscaping and construction;

• walkable neighbourhoods and reduced car dependence;

• healthy active living through walking and cycling trails;

• recognition of Aboriginal and European Heritage through walk trails;

• public art and education; and

• advice to new owners on firesafe and waterwise living. Additional sustainability initiatives would apply to the building of homes and other facilities within the development.

22. Where will residents work? The proposed townsite development will provide employment opportunities during the construction phase and the longer term. It is estimated that during the construction phase, the development will generate an annual average 265 jobs over the 15-year construction period and an average 167 additional direct and indirect jobs. Longer term, the proposed development will provide up to 180 jobs in the townsite in retail, hospitality, health and childcare in the local centre, and in education and support services in the proposed private and Government schools. It is also proposed to investigate the feasibility of a business hub in the local centre with space for 2-4 co-working desks with access to free Wi-Fi. The additional population will also generate employment in Mundaring Town Centre and other locations in the Shire for similar services. In addition to the local job opportunities generated by the development, it is expected that future residents will work in current and planned commercial and industrial centres in the municipality and beyond including Mundaring Town Centre, Midland, Perth Airport and the more expansive industrial areas of the Cities of Swan and Kalamunda. An increasingly high proportion of the population are likely be employed in the service industry including education and health. Currently 44% of the Shire’s workforce lives outside the municipality with the majority travelling from the Cities of Swan and Kalamunda. In contrast to other areas, employment self-sufficiency in the Shire is low with only 25% of employed Shire residents working within the Shire. There is, therefore, a great deal of mobility in the labour force. The townsite will provide opportunities for those living outside the Shire to find a home closer to work. Working from home is an increasingly important part of the economy and opportunities to support home business will be explored in future planning for the townsite.

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23. What will be the impact of traffic on the local road network? A traffic assessment has been undertaken as part of SP34 by traffic consultants, Transcore, which has concluded that the existing road network is generally of a good standard to support the anticipated increase in traffic as a result of the North Stoneville (and also the North Parkerville) development. The traffic assessment noted, however, that the regional road network, particularly the existing Great Eastern Highway/Seaborne Street and Great Eastern Highway/Brooking Road intersections would require upgrades by 2031 regardless of the townsite development. The Traffic Assessment can be viewed on the Satterley website at www.northstoneville.com.au. The Traffic Assessment takes into account the proposed diversion of Roland Road to connect to Brooking Road which is an important priority of the Shire. Satterley has advised the Shire of a willingness to contribute to the cost of the diversion proportional to the increase in traffic generated by the North Stoneville development if Government funding is not forthcoming. The Plan also proposes the connection of the unmade section of Hawkstone Street/Cameron Road to improve local access including emergency access. The traffic assessment has been reviewed by the Shire in making a recommendation to the WAPC. The Shire also commissioned a District Transport Study (DTS) to determine its long-term road network upgrading requirements having regard to forecast development in the Shire. Main Roads WA has advised the Shire that the proposed intersection improvements are not programmed and it is unable to support SP34 in its current form. It is important to note:

• regional and district road upgrades are the responsibility of Main Roads WA and local government, not the developer, although developers may contribute to district road upgrades to the extent necessitated by the development;

• Satterley has made commitments to the Council to contribute to upgrades of the district road network necessary to ensure safe and efficient movement;

• SP34 was prepared with input from a Technical Advisory Group (TAG) convened by the DPLH and comprising representatives of State agencies (including Main Roads WA and DoT) and the Shire, and the need for regional road upgrades was not raised in these discussions by the transport agencies;

• the previous re-zonings and structure plan (LSIP 265) for the townsite development were approved without any objections from Main Roads WA;

• the North Stoneville Townsite is clearly designated on the North-East Sub-regional Planning Framework for development in the short-medium term (2015-2031) without reference to the need for regional road upgrades. If regional road upgrades are required, then it is reasonable to assume these will be undertaken by Main Roads WA prior to 2031.

In light of the Council’s Report, Satterley is seeking a coordinated response from the State Government, including a review of the forecast traffic from the townsite development and long-term growth, and a plan and program for the regional and district road improvements necessary to accommodate this growth. This is an important priority for the Shire irrespective of the townsite development, particularly given the community’s concerns regarding evacuation in the event of a major bushfire.

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24. What provision is being made for public transport? Current planning by the Public Transport Authority does not propose any future bus routes adjacent to or through the area. Provision has been made in the Plan for a bus route should it become feasible in the future. The Shire of Mundaring supports the provision of public transport services to North Stoneville to service residents once development proceeds. The development of the townsite will provide the impetus to extend public transport services in the area by increasing patronage and making services more feasible.

25. Are there going to be shops? SP34 allocates an area for a Local Centre. The exact details of the retail offering are yet to be determined and will be subject to ongoing research to identify appropriate uses that best satisfy community needs. The current plan is for 1,500sqm of NLA which could support the following uses:

• Up to 850sqm NLA of convenience retail activity.

• Two convenience hospitality offerings such as a café/ wine bar, each of approximately 50sqm NLA.

• Medical centre incorporating 3-4 consulting rooms.

• A medium-sized childcare facility (50-75 children).

• Small business support centre/co-working space. Our aim is to activate the local centre site as early as commercially feasible, for the benefit of the surrounding and future community.

26. Is there a risk of increased crime and anti-social behaviour? There is no evidence to indicate the proposed townsite development will give rise to an increased risk of crime or anti-social behaviour. The Plan has been designed in accordance with the WAPC’s Liveable Neighbourhoods policy and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) guidelines following best practice for community safety and health. The Plan encourages physical activity and interaction within and between a series of connected community nodes. The layout of the Plan ensures streets and parks are fronted and overlooked by housing, to encourage passive surveillance of public spaces. The village green spaces are proposed on routes that are expected to attract the most frequent forms of daily activity (between the shops, schools and parks), and have been purposely designed to encourage social exchange and discourage crime through enhanced neighbourhood surveillance.

27. What provision is being made for children, youth and seniors? Satterley has a strong track record and tradition in community development and working with local governments in providing activities for all age groups including children, young people and seniors.

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The proposed development will, for example, include scope for community activities in the local centre and proposed village centres, the extensive areas of public open space, including sports fields and areas of passive open space with walk trails, bike paths, picnic grounds, and special sites which have been earmarked for recreational and community uses as the need arises. There are also 2 future school sites proposed within the development (1 public primary and 1 private K-12). Through its own in-house dedicated community development team, Satterley also implements community development programs including calendars of free events specially designed for the community, and sponsorship of local clubs, groups and organisations.

28. When will the public primary school be constructed? The timing of the construction of all public schools is determined by the DoE. Our role as a developer is to allocate a suitable site for the purposes of the primary school. This has been undertaken in consultation with the DoE. Information on the public primary school is covered on page 61 of SP34 (refer Applicant Report at satterley.com.au/north-stoneville/structure-plan-reports). The DoE have not provided any indications of timeframes for delivery of the primary school.

29. Are there plans for any high schools?

A 12ha site has been set aside for a private K-12 school in the future. No timeframe has been specified. The DoE also own an immediately adjoining site designated for a public high school, however, the Department has indicated that this is not expected to be provided until sometime after 2031. The nearest Government high school is 5km east at Eastern Hills Senior High School in Mount Helena.

30. What will be the impact on Hills tourism? The proposed townsite development will provide a major incentive to tourism in the Shire in a number of ways. The 100ha conservation and recreation park, connected to a further 47ha of public open space, will create a significant recreation resource over one third the size of Kings Park. This will include bushland walk trails, bike paths, picnic areas, children discovery and nature play areas, restored creek-lines and rehabilitated Jarrah-Marri forest for all people to be able to connect with nature and enjoy the Hills environment. To capitalise on this, sites have been set aside for ‘special uses’ to provide for tourism, recreation and community uses. Land that is currently privately owned and fenced off will become accessible to everyone as a place rich in recreational, educational and tourist opportunity. The proposed development fully supports the Shire’s objectives to promote tourism in the locality.

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31. Will the traditional owners of the land be consulted? Satterley is consulting with traditional owners as required under the current approval under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972. Satterley is working with the Aboriginal community to set aside land within the public open space around the most significant Aboriginal heritage site for use by the Aboriginal community for ceremonial and other activities. Approval under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 is separate to approval of SP34 under the Planning and Development Act 2005. These approvals, however, have been sought concurrently to ensure the interests of the traditional owners are appropriately reflected in the future townsite development.

32. Can I have a say on the development? As the local government authority, the Shire of Mundaring was responsible for advertising SP34 and receiving formal submissions from the general public on the Plan. The statutory advertising under the Planning Regulations requires notices to affected owners, publication of a notice in a local newspaper and on the Council’s website, and the erection of a sign(s) on the site. The public comment period is 28 days. Public comment opened on 6 December 2018 and was open for longer than the 28-day submission period to account for the Christmas-New Year holidays. The submission period closed on Thursday 10 January 2019. These submissions were considered by Shire of Mundaring Officers in its Report and recommendation, along with elected members in their motions on SP34. In addition to the statutory public consultation, the Satterley team also undertook an extensive program of community engagement and communications activities to inform the public and canvas feedback on SP34 which is summarised in the table below.

Face to face community engagement Print & online community resources • 2 x community workshops – July 2018 & May 2019

(total 69 attendees)

• 2 x open information / community drop in days -

Rotary Markets December 2018 (>100 attendees)

& Mundaring Sharing Centre July 2019 (54

attendees)

• 4 x meetings/presentations with specific

community groups (Rotary Club of Mundaring,

Save Perth Hills, Mundaring Chamber of

Commerce, Jane & Susannah Brook Catchment

Groups)

• A mail out to 77 neighbours followed by 10 x

neighbour meetings

• Dedicated North Stoneville webpage

www.northstoneville.com.au established July 2018,

including:

- Copies of the SP34 submission and technical reports

- Place Vision Blueprint - Information Brochure (also made available at

the Shire Offices, Mundaring Library and Boya Library during the advertising period)

- Fact Sheet - FAQs - Timeline - ‘Hot off the press’ articles with latest news and

updates - Full suite of display material from the

Community Drop In Day held July 2019 - Sign-up facility for email updates* - Contact points for the Satterley Team for

questions**

• 10 x North Stoneville e-Updates between Dec

2018 – September 2019

• North Stoneville Instagram page @northstoneville

established May 2019

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*As of 26 September 2019, 299 people have signed up for email updates via the website. **As of September 2019, the Satterley community development team has responded to over 35 direct email questions or comments to the dedicated northstoneville@satterley.com.au email address. This does not include email correspondence related to Satterley initiated communications and community engagement activities (i.e. invites, RSVPs, event follow-up correspondence etc.).

Satterley also briefed the Council on SP34 in June and November 2018 and held a site visit for Councillors on Wednesday 21 August 2019. Satterley is committed to keeping the local community informed on the plans for the North Stoneville Townsite and remains open to receiving feedback via phone, email or in person. Satterley will also continue to meet with community groups by invitation.

P: 9368 9185 E: northstoneville@satterley.com.au

In the meantime, it may be several months for the WAPC to make a final decision to approve (with or without modification) or refuse the Structure Plan. If the WAPC decides to approve the Structure Plan, it comes into effect immediately and it will be published online via the DPLH website – www.dplh.wa.gov.au/lps. The City will also notify those people who made formal submissions. Subsequent to a local structure plan approval, there will be opportunities for further community engagement at various point of the ongoing planning process. Satterley continues to welcome the contribution of ideas aimed at improving the plan and assist in achieving the best development outcome possible.

33. If it’s approved, when will development start? It’s going to be some time before the new community at North Stoneville starts to take shape. Subject to all approvals, construction is not anticipated to commence until spring/summer 2021/22. The release of land for sale is yet to be determined but is likely to be around the same time. Development will occur progressively over several stages and many years. The timing, location and composition of the stages will depend on market conditions and essential services (reticulated scheme water, recycled water facility and electricity) all being available. It is proposed that development will commence initially from the west with construction of road access to Roland Road. The design allows for a variety of different block sizes to be available for purchase within each stage.

34. Where will the first stage of development be and what blocks and infrastructure will be delivered? The staging of development and number of blocks in each stage will be determined through detailed design following approval of the Structure Plan. Current planning is for development to commence from the west with access from the middle connector road on Roland Road. Construction works are expected to commence around Spring/Summer 2021/22.

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35. When will the blocks be for sale and how much will they be? At this stage, we are yet to obtain approval to progress with the development. Pricing will be determined following the necessary planning and environmental approvals. Subject to all approvals being in place, we would be looking to commence works on site in Spring/Summer 2021/22. The release of land for sale is yet to be determined but is likely to be around the same time. Sign up to our emailing list to stay informed on when blocks become available and pricing. You can do this on the bottom of our www.northstoneville.com.au web page.

36. Who is Satterley? Satterley is a privately owned residential development company that started in Perth in 1980 and has since expanded into Victoria and Queensland. Owned and operated by the original founder, Nigel Satterley AM, the company has always had a strong commitment to community, building some of Australia’s most attractive, safe and vibrant neighbourhoods. Satterley has its own dedicated in-house community development team that helps to bring new neighbours together, assist with the formation of community groups, offers community sponsorship funding, run workshops and education programs as well as organise events and activities for residents and the wider community to enjoy. Satterley is recognised as an industry-leader in development masterplanned communities with over 100 international, national and state awards including EnviroDevelopment, environmental excellence, water sensitive design and innovation, excellence in landscaping and public open space, urban design, community development initiatives, urban renewal and masterplanned development.

P: 9368 9185 E: northstoneville@satterley.com.au W: www.northstoneville.com.au – sign up to our mailing list for progress updates