Within the Nillumbik Planning Scheme at present, the expired interim policy

Clause 22.03'Residential use and development on small lots in Green Wedge

areas' describes small lots as those under the minimum subdivision size. As

stated, this policy is expired and has no force or effect. Additionally, this

definition was developed for the purpose of that policy, and it will not

necessarily form the basis for future deliberations regarding the discouragement

of rural residential development in Green Wedge areas.

It is thus not accurate to state that all lots under the minimum subdivision size

will be discouraged from further residential development, as this is yet to be

determined.

As stated in the letter dated 24 March 2011 from the Mayor Helen Coleman to

the Nillumbik Ratepayers Association, Council has not made a decision as to

what size constitutes a 'small lot' for the purpose of discouraging future rural

residential development. lnstead, it has resolved to undertake further

investigation into this complex issue to inform its consideration of a policy

response. Part of this consideration will include deliberations on the definition of

what constitutes a'small lot'.

The relevant action in relation to this matter adopted by Council as part of the

Green Wedge Management Plan is:

PCl.1 Prepare a concise paper on small lot development to recommend

actions to discourage the further rural residential development of small

lots in the green wedge. lt witt clarify the extent of the small lot

developmenf issue in the green wedge. tt wilt be prepared in the context

of the findings of the 2009 Victorian Bushfires Royat Commission and the

inquiry into sustainable development of agiculture in outer suburban

Melbourne.

lf you have any further questions in relation to this matter, please contact me on

the number above, or at Ransce.salan@nillumbik.vic.qov.au