CITY OF BAYSWATER

61 Broun Avenue, Morley WA 6062 Telephone: 9272 0622 Facsimile 9272 0665

Postal Address:

PO Box 467, Morley WA 6943

Email Address mail@bayswater.wa.gov.au

Website: www.bayswater.wa.gov.au

JULY 2015

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Contents: Specifications for Crossovers

Vehicle Crossing Location (Drawing No. 40/07)

Standard Crossovers Details (Brick Paved)

Standard Crossovers Details (Concrete)

Kerb repair requirements (Drawing No. 34/12)

Policy EG-P07 Crossovers

Crossover Construction Application Form (2 pages)

Claim for Crossover Subsidy

Property Owner Information

Procedure: 1. Read following statement and specifications.

2. Complete application form with sketch and submit to Council.

3. Council will respond within two-three weeks with approval or refusal of crossover.

If the Council is chosen to construct the crossover, a job cost estimate will be

sent with the response.

4. Construction of crossover may commence once approval is received. Payment

of the amount quoted on the estimate is required up-front where the Council is to

construct the crossover. Construction may take up to four weeks but every effort

will be made to complete within ten working days.

5. If you are entitled to the crossover rebate (refer Policy No: EG-P07) and:

(a) the Council constructs the crossover – the rebate will be taken into

account as part of the total job cost.

(b) a contractor constructs the crossover to the City’s specification – on

completion of construction you are required to forward a copy of the

receipt for the final cost of the crossover construction accompanied with

Council’s Subsidy Claim Form. The Council will calculate the rebate

which will be issued following a satisfactory inspection of the crossover by

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CITY OF BAYSWATER

SPECIFICATIONS FOR CROSSOVERS

1. GENERAL

1.1 This specification is made pursuant to Regulations 12,13,14 & 15 of the Local Government (Uniform Local Provisions) Regulations 1996.

1.2 Vehicle crossovers shall be constructed under the supervision of, and to the satisfaction of the Council’s nominated officer in accordance with Council’s Policy EG-P07 Crossovers, Drawing 41/07 and this specification.

1.3 Protection of the works and the public shall be the responsibility of the contractor who shall supply and install all necessary warning signs, barriers, lights, temporary bridges or any other action necessary or as may be direct by Council’s Officer. Failure to do so shall constitute an offence under Section 377 of the Local Government Act 1995.

1.4. Any damage which may occur to Council’s facilities or to private property during the course of the works or arising from them shall be the sole the sole responsibility of the contractor, who shall be held responsible for the replacement or repair of such property, and for any other claim or liability arising out of the works.

1.5 A person wishing to construct a crossover should contact the relevant service authorities including, but not necessarily limited to, the Water Corporation, Western Power, Alinta Gas and Telstra. The Council shall not be responsible for any damage or interference with the crossover caused by service authorities.

1.6 Any application for crossovers that do not comply with the specifications may be submitted for consideration

2. EXCAVATION AND SUB-GRADE PREPARATION

2.1 The surface for the crossing place shall be cut to the lines and grades shown on the standard drawings. If the site has an existing footpath, this is to be used to set the crossover level, otherwise the City will set the boundary level. (phone 9270 4123 to arrange). As footpaths are normally only 75mm thick, they are to be removed and the crossover built through the path to the property boundary.

2.2 All grass, roots, other vegetation matter, clay or any other deleterious matter shall be removed for a depth of not less than 300mm below the finished sub-grade level.

2.3 The sub-grade shall be compacted by watering to a depth of at least 450 mm and mechanical compaction (such as a small plate compactor) to give a uniform compaction over the whole of the crossing place.

2.4 If the verge level is altered by the construction of the crossover then the verge each side of the crossover is to shaped so that the maximum slope is 1 in 10.

3. WIDTH/HEIGHT

3.1 The maximum width of a crossover at the property boundary (fence-line) is 6.0m with a minimum clearance from the side boundary of 0.5m. Generally, the width of the crossover will not exceed 50% of the length of the total boundary facing the street (battle-axe access and narrow cul-de-sac frontages are excepted). Crossovers that are wider than 6.0m require approval from the City.

3.2 The crossover’s width and height are to be in accordance with the specifications as shown on accompanying drawings “Standard Crossover Details (Concrete)” or “Standard Crossover Details (Brick-paved), Drawing 41/07”.

4. MATERIALS

4.1 Crossovers may be constructed in one of the following materials:

a) In-situ 25 MPa concrete (decorative finishes are permitted)

b) Clay brick paving (60mmm thick).

c) Concrete block paving. (60mm thick)

5. LOCATION

5.1 Where property is on a corner or at a road intersection, no new crossover will be constructed within 6.0 metres of the kerbing transition point, the side boundary alignment or the front boundary truncation peg whichever is furthest from the alignment of the adjacent side road unless the size and/or shape of the property prevents the preferred locality. (see attached Drawing 40/07 Vehicle Crossover Location).

5.2 Abutting neighbouring crossovers. Where the crossover abuts the neighbouring crossover, it is preferable for the gap between the two be in-filled with brick paving or concrete (maximum width 1.5m).

6. IN-SITU CONCRETE

6.1 An in-situ concrete crossover shall consist of a slab of 100mm thick concrete placed on a compacted sub-grade in accordance with specifications.

6.2 Concrete strength shall be 25MPA in accordance with Australian Standard 3600. Maximum aggregate size shall be 20mm and slump shall not exceed 80mm.

6.3 Expansion joints shall be placed at the boundary and between the slab and the kerb (refer drawings). The expansion joint shall be the full depth of the slab filled with approve rubber or plastic foam and sealed with butyl mastic.

6.4 The surface of the slab shall be screeded to correct levels, broom finished to provide a dense uniform non-slip surface. The surface shall be free of depressions, joint marks, honeycombed sections or dusty sections which may cause excessive wear.

On steep crossovers the Council’s Officer may direct that the surface be grooved in order to provide sufficient non-slip properties.

7. BRICK OR BLOCK PAVING

7.1 Paving bricks shall be clay brick or concrete pavers from an approved manufacturer.

7.2 Pavers shall be laid on a prepared sub-base comprising of a compacted sub-grade in accordance with specifications.

overlaid with a bedding layer of clean coarse sand, in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations

7.3 Pavers shall be laid in herringbone pattern or stretcher bond pattern at 45º or 90º for square pavers.

7.4 Brick or block paved crossing places shall be provided with a concrete apron between the road and the crossover as per Drawing 41/07 (sheet 1 of 2).

8. MAIN ROADS

8.1 The following roads are designated as ‘Main Roads’ and a copy of approval for construction of a crossover from the Commissioner of Main Roads is required.

Guildford Road, (all)

Morley Drive (between Wellington Road and Tonkin Hwy)

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TECHNICAL SERVICES

CROSSOVERS

POLICY NO. EG-P07

PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE

To provide appropriate standard for the construction of crossovers in the City of Bayswater and to ensure the correct allocation of crossover subsidies as per Schedule 9.1 (7) of the Local Government Act 1995.

POLICY

1. All new crossovers are to be constructed in accordance with the City of

Bayswater Specifications for Crossovers.

2. Council will subsidise-

(i) One (1) standard crossover per single lot.

(ii) One (1) standard crossover for each individually titled lot.

(iii) A subsidy will be provided for the reconstruction of bituminous

crossovers in concrete or brick paving, subject to the works

complying with the City's specifications.

(iv) A further subsidy will not be payable where Council has previously

subsidised one (1) standard concrete or brick paved crossover to a

single residential property or if Council has previously subsidised

one (1) standard concrete or brick paved crossovers for each

individually titled lots.

(v) Council will not maintain bitumen crossovers or subsidise the

construction or re-surfacing costs of bitumen crossovers.

(vi) No reimbursement shall be made for crossover repairs undertaken

by or on behalf of the property owner and/or occupier.

Delegation-

Date Adopted 23 April 1996

Date Amended 29 January 2009

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City of Bayswater PO Box 467 MORLEY WA 6943

[File No]

CROSSOVER CONSTRUCTION APPLICATION

Applicant/s Name

Mailing Address

Telephone [Daytime Contact]

Email

Address of proposed crossover

I would like the City of Bayswater to provide a quotation for the installation of a concrete crossover : (please tick)

Application for: New crossover

Upgrade existing crossover For Subdivision

Type of Construction (please tick)

Concrete Concrete Block Paving

Brick Paving

NOTE: Please insert diagram on reverse side of this application, or a copy of your approved site plan, to locate crossover and include the following details: Name of Street Frontage Distance from the nearest side boundary Dimensions of proposed crossover

ACCEPTANCE I hereby accept the conditions as set out in the City of Bayswater Technical Services Policy “EG-PO7” and confirm that the application is in accordance

with all relevant planning conditions relating to the property.

Applicant/s Signature

Date _____/_____/_____

Office Use Only

APPROVAL Approving Officer

GRANTED REFUSED

Date _____/_____/_____

LOCATION PLAN If this application is to upgrade an existing crossover in the same location:

Attach a sketch of the site showing the driveway and crossover location and dimensions

Name of Street frontage

Distance from nearest side boundary

Clearly mark if you are i. upgrading the existing crossover ii. widening the existing crossover

If this application is for subdivision clearance, a new dwelling, or seeking approval for an additional crossover/change of location: Please attach a copy of your Site Plan (scale 1:200) showing:

Driveway and Crossover location and dimensions

Driveway and hardstand materials

Name of Street frontage

Distance from nearest side boundary

Contours and/or spot levels

All setback distances

Location of verge assets (street trees, bus shelter, utility pits, etc)

Reversing bays (if applicable)

Location of retaining walls (if applicable) Does this application have Development Approval? Yes No

Development Application number

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CITY OF BAYSWATER

CLAIM FOR CROSSOVER SUBSIDY

(To be lodged after crossover is completed with copy of contractor's receipts) (PLEASE PRINT) NAME: _______________________________________________________________________ POSTAL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________ ADDRESS OF CROSSING: ______________________________________________________ Telephone: _________________ (HOME) _______________________ (WORK/MOBILE) I hereby declare that I am the owner of the abovementioned property and that this is the first subsidy claim made for the said property. I have attached a copy of the contractors receipt to this application. (Note - Subsidy can only be paid to the current owner, therefore applicants are required to make subsidy claims prior to sale of a property) Signature : ____________________________ Date: _____________________________ Note: Subsidy is half the cost to a maximum of $25.16 per square metre to a maximum of $704.48

in respect of the first crossing constructed on any individual lot.

Subsidy is payable only for crossing constructed strictly in accordance with Council's Specifications and which are inspected at the forming/base preparation stage and after completion.

Contractor: ______________________________________________________________ Contact Name: _________________________ Telephone No.:_______________ OFFICE USE ONLY Certified that crossing constructed to Council Specifications and inspected during construction.

Please cross out where appropriate. Eligible for subsidy/Not Eligible for subsidy. If not eligible please state reason: ______________________________________ Crossing Measurements: A: _____________ metres B: _____________ metres C: _____________ metres C TYPE: __________________ Crossing area = _________ m² Subsidy payable: $ ____________________ ________________________________ _______________________ Name of Engineering Officer Signature of Supervisor Date: _______________________ Date: ______________________7

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ROAD KERBLINE

PROPERTY BOUNDARY

CITY OF BAYSWATER CROSSOVERS PROPERTY OWNER INFORMATION

This information is for property owners wishing to construct a new crossover or upgrade an existing crossover to their property, within the City of Bayswater.

The crossover is the section of driveway that extends from the road to the front boundary, across the Council verge. The property owner is responsible for the cost of construction and the ongoing maintenance of the crossover.

The Building License is for construction inside the property boundary and does not include the crossover. The position, width and construction of the crossover is a separate application in accordance with the City of Bayswater Crossover Specification.

Position of all utilities, public transport and storm water objects must be considered for placement and construction of the crossover. These objects should be avoided and can only be moved, at the owner’s cost, following approval from the council and relevant government authority. This includes power poles, streetlights, bus shelters, grates and side entry pits.

Street trees on Council verge will not be removed to accommodate crossovers without due consideration of alternatives. If you feel that there are special circumstances for your property and that the house or crossover could not be positioned to save the tree, please submit a written request with attached plan in accordance with Clause 9 of Council Policy PG-P01 Street Trees for further investigation by Manager Parks and Gardens. If approved, all costs will be the applicant’s responsibility.

Standard specification allows for ONE crossover between three and six metres wide. Requests for a second crossover, crossovers exceeding six metres wide or other variations will be considered upon submission of written request including a site plan, showing position and width of all existing and proposed crossovers.

A concrete crossover may be constructed by Council [Note that internal driveway is to be constructed first], or by the property owner’s contractor. It may be beneficial to have the builder do both the internal driveway and the crossover at the same time to allow for uniformity in colour and finish. Brick paved crossovers are to be constructed privately. Whoever carries out the work must adhere to City of Bayswater Crossover Drawing 41/07. Crossover must be inspected by Council prior to pouring of concrete or laying of bricks, contact 9272 0908 to arrange inspection. If construction of a crossover has not been approved or construction is not to specification, owners may be required to modify or remove the crossover at their cost.

A once only Council Contribution towards the cost of a newly installed crossover, built to Council Specification, can be claimed for each property. Resurfacing an existing bitumen crossover is not a new crossover and is not entitled to a Council Contribution. However should you wish to upgrade your bitumen crossover to a concrete or brick paved driveway, Council will subsidise your new crossover. A Council Application Form is attached. Note - Subsidy can only be paid to the current owner, therefore applicants are required to make subsidy claims prior to sale of a property.

To request an obligation free quote for a concrete crossover, please complete the enclosed application booklet and forward to the City of Bayswater. If you decide to accept the quote, please submit both the quotation and payment to the City of Bayswater Cashier, to allow construction to proceed.

Please Note important issues concerning kerbing and footpaths that must be adhered to when a crossover is installed at any property within the City of Bayswater (see Drawing 41/07 and Kerb Repair Requirements, Drawing No 34/12). 8