The proposal for change of use is in line with the emerging character of the area.
The proposal responds positively to the emerging character and future vision for the area as articulated in the City of Yarra Planning Scheme Amendment C269, as it provides a diversity of housing types for a changing growing community, a high quality environmentally sustainable design outcome:
18.02-1L Sustainable transport
18.02-4L Car parking
15.02-1L Environmentally sustainable development
Schedule 2 to Clause 32.08 General Residential Zone
Proximity to frequent public transport services.
On balance the proposal is an appropriate planning outcome and I anticipate Council's officers will provide a recommendation to grant a permit.