The City of Launceston is expected to vote on whether a report into the city’s building height limits should be released to the public.
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Heritage and architectural consultant Paul Davies was employed by the council for the report.
He was asked to provide advice to the council about how building heights and setback controls may be developed to support future development.
The report divided the city area into four different precincts, however the exact parameters are still unknown.
Precinct A has been referred to as the Western Edge and would have a maximum height of 30 metres.
Precinct B Northern River Flats, Precinct C Central City Area and Precinct D Southern Fringe would all have a maximum height of 24 metres.
Along with a maximum height, each precinct also has an “acceptable” height and a recommended street front height.
The current scheme applies a 12 and 14.4 metre restriction.
In the council agenda, development services director Leanna Hurst said the report sets “clear objectives” to protect the historic character of Launceston and manage the potential increase in demand for development that may seek greater height and scale.
“This study also aims to provide building envelopes that respect the fabric of Launceston’s streetscape, while giving certainty to people wanting to develop the city,” she said.
It is recommended the report be released to the public.
If the council approve the recommendation, the consultation process will start from July 31 and close on August 24.