Glossary of Terms

Means the minimum horizontal distance that is required between the upper portion of the building and the property boundary of the lot. It is measured from the outer most projection of building or structure to the property boundary line.

means building frontage which contains uses that promote activity and interaction with the street. For example cafes or retail shops.

means the horizontal distance between two buildings on a lot or on adjoining parcels of land. It is measured from the nearest point of one building wall to the nearest point of another building wall.

means the minimum horizontal distance a building or other structure must be set back from a property boundary of the lot. It is measured from the outer most projection of a building or structure to the property boundary line.

means North Sydney Council and extends to include any Council officers who may make a decision on an application with delegated authority.

means the base of a tall building that is built close to or along the site boundary or boundaries.

means retaining direct solar access and avoiding overshadowing of spaces.

is the building interface to the street that is formed by a group of podiums.

means the vertical distance between the footpath or natural surface level at the centre of the site frontage and the highest point of the street wall.

means pedestrian linkages through sites to other streets and laneways.