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The openness of the streetscapes in these areas will be maintained by consistent front and side setbacks, building form, roof forms and clearly expressed front and side gardens planted with native and exotic vegetation. Front fences are low and garages are set back or behind the front of the dwellings or incorporated into the main dwelling form.

Site consolidation will be promoted to enable improved development outcomes in subdivisions and multi dwelling development. Maintaining space for landscaping along driveways and angling driveways will retain the sense of spaciousness and enhance the garden qualities. This will enable the predominance of front and side gardens to be maintained and retain the valued character of these areas. Subdivisions of large lots will connect into the existing street network improving connectivity and links to local services and facilities to support efficient walking access to public transport and services.

In managed housing change areas (Garden Suburban 1) an increased diversity of housing types such as dual occupancies, town houses and multi dwellings will be provided while contributing to the preferred character of the Garden Suburban area into the future.

In minimal housing change areas (Garden Suburban 2) dwellings will need to be designed to address the particular hazard through building design and materials, fencing materials and design, and building height which will be different to the managed housing change area. Housing change will be limited to dual occupancies and replacement housing.