Balaclava, Ripponlea and Elwood area and has not been holistically reviewed since its introduction in 2001. The precinct was identified as a priority for review in the Port Phillip Planning Scheme Review Audit Report 2018.
The Heritage Review of HO7 and Surrounds (HO7 Review) ensures that heritage controls in the Port Phillip Planning Scheme remain current and reflect best practice to assist in the conservation of heritage places.
The amendment is required to apply, update and remove the Heritage Overlay as recommended by the HO7 Review, revise the incorporated Port Phillip Heritage Review Volumes 1-6 (Exhibition Version) and associated maps (Heritage Policy Map and Neighbourhood Character Map) to reflect changes to property heritage gradings and existing citations as well as the introduction of citations for new properties. The citations and statements of significance have been updated, or prepared, consistent with the principles outlined in Planning Practice Note 1: Applying the Heritage Overlay.
Specifically, the amendment is required to apply the Heritage Overlay on an interim basis while equivalent permanent controls are progressed as part of Amendment C206port. The amendment is intended to provide more certainty for landowners.
Implementing the findings of the HO7 Review on an interim basis will minimise the need to seek future site-specific planning scheme amendments for heritage places that are under threat of demolition. The application of the Heritage Overlay will enable any proposed buildings and works to be considered by council and assessed against the purpose and decision guidelines of the Heritage Overlay.