The project proposes 16 new homes at 44 Bristol Circuit to comprise of six one-bedroom townhouses, six two-bedroom townhouses and four three-bedroom townhouses.

The designs will incorporate sustainable building materials, landscaped garden areas and the retention of significant trees. The design aesthetics will consider and respond to the surrounding uses and use high-quality finishes that elevate the appeal of the neighbourhood.

Please note: the architect sketches below are for illustrative purposes only, and not an exact representation of the final perspectives and product.

Image 1: View of homes from Bristol Circuit.

Image 2: Site plan

Are Council planning a roundabout to be built at the intersection of Blue Hills Avenue and Taylors Road?

There are no roundabouts planned as part of Landcom’s development. However, if you are concerned about any local infrastructure upgrades in Lismore please enquire with Lismore City Council.

How can 16 townhouses be built and still meet the required ratio of green space to hard surfaces?

The design contemplates the land size, open space and cohesiveness of the homes. The design will be in line with the environmental planning instruments e.g. permitted uses and land use zones.

Is there any extra drainage considered for the development, during heavy rains it can get flooded ?

The engineers will study how water naturally flows across the land right now. They will add new drains and pipes throughout the development to help manage rainwater. Most importantly, they must prove that after the development is built, rainwater will flow off the property at the same rate or slower than it does now - even though there will be more paved areas

Are there any Bristol Circuit site constraints that affect the design?

The land slopes downward towards the southeast and is mostly empty, except for a group of trees in the middle of the site. There are reserved strips of land (easements) running through the centre and southern sections that must be kept clear for sewer pipes and stormwater drainage. Access to the site from will need careful consideration in the design.

The site needs to be remediated before it is developed.

What is the history of 44 Bristol Circuit and how is this being considered in the planning?

The site was historically used as a cattle dip. It is understood that some remediation works were undertaken between 1988 and 2006, though the extent of the works was not well documented. Landcom engaged an environmental consultant who advised that the site needs remediation before it can be developed.

The community housing partner will manage the remediation works, which will be undertaken and audited in accordance with the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997.

A development application for remediation works will be submitted to Council along with the application to develop the site.

The community will be advised prior to the start of any works on site.

How will the site be remediated?

The remediation options include full remediation of the site and a cap and contain approach. The community housing provider will be responsible for completing the remediation works and obtaining site validation that the site is suitable for development