We are committed to recognising, valuing and protecting the natural environment and ecological processes that life depends on. We support and encourage using Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD) principles for land use planning and development, design and construction.
The benefits of Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD)
We encourage you to consider ESD principles in the early stages of your development proposal.
Benefits of ESD include:
- easier compliance with building requirements
- a reduced need for heating, cooling and lighting
- reduced costs over the lifespan of the building
- reduced running costs, improving long-term affordability
- improved amenity and liveability
- more environmentally sustainable urban areas
- integrated water management
- improved urban ecosystem health
- improved energy performance of buildings.
When do the ESD principles apply?
The Manningham Planning Scheme requires medium and large scale developments to meet specific ESD objectives and standards.
What are the ESD application requirements?
Clause 22.12 - Environmentally Sustainable Development defines the requirements for medium and large residential and non-residential developments.
The following tables also outline the ESD application requirements.
The fact sheets and links below provide further information about the application requirements.
Accommodation - mixed-use with a residential component
| Type of development | Application requirements | Example tools |
|---|---|---|
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Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) | |
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Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Green Travel Plan (GTP) |
Non-residential buildings
| Type of development | Application requirements | Example tools |
|---|---|---|
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Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) |
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Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Green Travel Plan (GTP) |
If you don't know which category your development fits into, please refer to the following resources:
If you are still unsure, please contact us.
Sustainable Design Assessment in the Planning Process (SDAPP)
Planning permit applications for medium or large developments, as defined in Clause 22.12 - Environmentally Sustainable Development, must include information on how the proposal meets the ESD objectives.
You will need to consider each of the 10 Key Sustainable Building Categories when preparing your application. More information about these categories can be found below.
Depending on the scale of your project, you may need to engage an ESD consultant or qualified sustainability professional. They can help you meet the ESD requirements and prepare the necessary documentation.