Open space contribution in Boroondara

I'm aware that subdivisions involving 3 or more lots require an open space contribution. Does anyone know how this is calculated in Boroondara?

The Boroondara Open Space Strategy says "The contribution is expressed as a percentage of the land area of the development site or the equivalent value of undeveloped land as a monetary contribution, or a combination of both."

To me, this implies it's a % (typically 5%) of the land value alone. However, I spoke to a planner at Council who said it was 5% of the post development capital improved value. That's a huge difference.

Has anyone been through the process with Boroondara and able to share their experience?

 

Whitehorse was 2% of the land value.

 

2% isn't that bad relatively speaking. The whole thing feels like a rort anyway. So nobody been through it with Boroondara?

 

I think Council is best placed to advise you about this.

 

It's unlikely that the Council planner would know definitively - talk to the department that will be responsible for assessment and collection (rates dept?)

 

Thanks. Rates dept was correct. I asked to speak to someone there directly and they confirmed it's up to 5% of the undeveloped land value but could be less depending on the size of the development and other factors.

Funnily enough I spoke to a 2nd planner there who also thought it was 5% of the post development value. Goes to show you can't trust anyone these days

 

OK, eventually found someone who actually knew what they were talking about (or so it appears). For anyone who's interested, it's calculated as followed:

1. 3 lots - 2%
2. 4 lots - 3%
3. 5 lots - 4%
4. 6 or more lots - 5%

Unfortunately, it doesn't appear to be publicly documented.