Short stay curbs

CARDINIA Shire Council is looking at introducing a Temporary Dwellings Policy to “control” the location and design of sheds and transportable buildings.
Permits for a maximum of two years will be given for those who live in such dwellings while their permanent one is being constructed.
The policy won’t permit temporary dwellings in residential zone or on allotments of less than 4000m2 in a Low Density Residential Zone. The policy is aimed at residents who live in a purpose built building, shed, transportable building or caravan while a permanent dwelling is constructed.
Buildings used as temporary and self-contained dwellings must include a kitchen sink, food preparation facilities, a bath or shower and a closet pan and wash basin, according to the proposed policy.
“People may want to live in temporary accommodation for a variety of reasons,” said Cardinia Shire Council’s general manager, Planning and Development, Phil Walton.
“Sometimes site security is an issue.
“Whatever the reasons for living in a temporary dwelling, the health and well being of people, their neighbours and the environment must be protected.
“The Temporary Dwellings Policy aims to ensure this.”
Mr Walton also said the location and design of the temporary dwellings would also be controlled in relation to materials and colours used, siting to protect prominent ridgelines and significant views, the removal of native vegetation and engineering works to prevent erosion.
For more information on the Cardinia Shire Temporary Dwelling Policy call 1300 787 624 or visit www.cardinia.vic.gov.au to have your say.