Design considerations for landscape integration

Irrespective of any designations or specific protection, all development should consider how it can conserve and enhance landscape interests, including careful integration of built form with the landscape context. Careful design of new development should minimise potential adverse impacts on the landscape generally, in addition to areas that have particular protection. Design considerations will include: Location of the site within the landscape and positioning of the development proposal within the landscape; Avoidance of undue prominence, particularly in more open and exposed landscapes; Integration of development into the landscape including the degree of natural enclosure and relationship with surrounding buildings; and Design, including form, scale and massing.