Introduction This Policy provides guidelines for the approval of the installation or alteration of vehicle crossings within the municipality of Nillumbik Shire. It is designed to provide clear, consistent, fair and efficient guidelines for the installation or alterations of vehicle crossings. The aim of this policy is to clearly describe factors considered during the approval process including the subject site, streetscape, aesthetics, the impact on surrounding significant vegetation, the impact on Council’s drainage network and other services, the effect on traffic conditions including pedestrian movement and on-street parking. The Policy is designed to assist members of Council staff and the community in the administration of Part 7 of Nillumbik Shire Council’s Infrastructure Assets Local Law. This clause states a person must obtain a permit prior to constructing, installing or removing a vehicle crossing. Organisational context The Policy aligns with Council’s vision to create a sustainable and well-managed natural and built environment. This Policy is directly supportive of Council’s mission to ensure resources are managed in a responsible and accountable way. The values of Council most relevant to this policy are: Respect - We value our community and each other. Integrity - We will be honest, open and fair in everything we do. Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions. Innovation - We will work with each other and the community to achieve our goals. Definitions A vehicle crossing is a point between the road and the property boundary which enables a vehicle to cross from the road to an abutting property.
Introduction This Policy provides guidelines for the approval of the installation or alteration of vehicle crossings within the municipality of Nillumbik Shire. It is designed to provide clear, consistent, fair and efficient guidelines for the installation or alterations of vehicle crossings. The aim of this policy is to clearly describe factors considered during the approval process including the subject site, streetscape, aesthetics, the impact on surrounding significant vegetation, the impact on Council’s drainage network and other services, the effect on traffic conditions including pedestrian movement and on-street parking. The Policy is designed to assist members of Council staff and the community in the administration of Part 7 of Nillumbik Shire Council’s Infrastructure Assets Local Law. This clause states a person must obtain a permit prior to constructing, installing or removing a vehicle crossing. Organisational context The Policy aligns with Council’s vision to create a sustainable and well-managed natural and built environment. This Policy is directly supportive of Council’s mission to ensure resources are managed in a responsible and accountable way. The values of Council most relevant to this policy are: Respect - We value our community and each other. Integrity - We will be honest, open and fair in everything we do. Accountability - We take responsibility for our actions. Innovation - We will work with each other and the community to achieve our goals. Definitions A vehicle crossing is a point between the road and the property boundary which enables a vehicle to cross from the road to an abutting property.