Roof Pitch and Line

1. The roof pitch is to be a minimum of 22.5⁰ and a maximum of 45⁰.
2. Skillion roofs are permitted with a minimum slope of 22.5⁰.
3. The roof line is to be articulated to follow the modulation of the dwelling facade where the step within the facade exceeds 2.5m in length and fronts a road or public reserve (i.e. corner lot and street front) (Figure S4-12).
4. Eaves no smaller than 450mm are to be incorporated into the building design and are required on all front and side facades of dwellings.
5. Notwithstanding controls 1-4, dwellings in Harrington Grove with low pitched roofs and lacking eaves on front/side facades are permitted if it can be demonstrated that:
   1. a BASIX Certificate has been provided to Council which demonstrates the proposed dwelling will comply with thermal and energy requirements,
   2. the proposed dwelling design demonstrate architectural merit through a modern and contemporary design, and
   3. the proposed variation will not result in any negative impacts on the future character of the streetscape or locality.

Note: Variations to the minimum roof pitch requirement can be considered where architectural merit and innovation in the building design is demonstrated.

Figure S4-12: Roof Articulation

Lofts

1. Lofts are intended to provide flexibility in the design and location of floor space within a dwelling but are not intended to be an additional storey.
2. Lofts are to be contained entirely within the roof pitch.
3. Lofts will not be counted as a storey.
4. Lofts may be used as habitable areas but are not included in floorspace calculations.
5. Dormer windows and tilt up windows that are flush with the roof are permitted.