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Drawing a line in the sand: no more overshadowing at Birrarung Marr
Birrarung Marr is one of the city’s relatively new green spaces along the banks of the Yarra River that fulfils a number of different roles, including events, active and passive recreation.
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Another tower wins approval
A 100 metre, 32-storey tower has been approved by the tribunal at 278 Little Lonsdale St. (See 278 Little Lonsdale Pty Ltd v Melbourne CC [2017] VCAT 577.)
Read MoreTribunal knocks back redevelopment of Flagstaff House
Flagstaff House is a “B” graded heritage building located opposite the Flagstaff Gardens on the corner of Batman and and King streets.
Read MoreAn advertising sign no more?
Above the roof of the building at 500 Flinders St there is a large sign currently advertising a car.
Read MoreMelbourne’s new built form controls – an end to hyper density?
Melbourne’s high-rise boom has resulted in higher density in parts of the city than other mega cities like New York and Hong Kong.
Read MoreMinister gives mixed signals on apartment sizes
In a recent VCAT case, Port Melbourne Land Custodians Pty Ltd v Minister for Planning [2016] VCAT 1643, developers lodged an appeal against a decision by the Minister for Planning to refuse a number of amendments to a planning permit for a proposed multi-tower apartment development in Plummer St Port Melbourne.
Read MorePicking your decision-maker: Forum Theatre loses Supreme Court appeal
The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal lodged by developers of the Forum Theatre that VCAT erred by ruling that the responsible authority for their proposed development was the City of Melbourne, and not the Minister for Planning.
Read MoreQueen Victoria Market planning controls
In this month’s column, we comment on a report by Planning Panels Victoria (PPV) rather than a VCAT decision.
Read MoreDown the chute – Tribunal requires waste chute
As reported in the last edition of CBD News, managing waste in the CBD is becoming more of a concern with the increase in the number of apartments.
Read MoreLimits to a 24-hour city
Council’s planning strategy for the CBD encourages a “24-hour” city where a range of activities, including licensed premises, are supported.
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