# IWM 3.1d - Innovation - IWM to support ecology outcomes
# Applies to
All subdivisions
# Relevant Victoria Planning Provisions
# Clause 56
# 56.05-1 Integrated urban landscape objectives (opens new window)
To provide for integrated water management systems and contribute to drinking water conservation.
Standard C12 includes
The landscape design should
- Support integrated water management systems with appropriate landscape design techniques for managing urban run-off including wetlands and other water sensitive urban design features in streets and public open space.
# 56.07-4 Stormwater Management objectives (opens new window)
To encourage stormwater management that maximises the retention and reuse of stormwater.
To encourage stormwater management that contributes to cooling, local habitat improvements and provision of attractive and enjoyable spaces.
See Standard C25 for detailed measurable standard
# Summary
# Excellence
Awarded where Integrated Water Management (IWM) supports ecological outcomes, such as passively irrigated revegetation zones or offline frog habitats, as shown in the Stormwater Management Strategy (SWMS), IWM Plan, and landscape masterplan. These features enhance biodiversity, habitat creation, and ecological function by retaining water in the landscape.
Consistency across plans is important, with ecological WSUD assets clearly identified and located. While street trees typically support amenity and cooling, they may contribute to ecological value when part of a connected habitat corridor.
# Documentation & evidence required
# Landscape Masterplan
- IWM overlay to landscape plan demonstrating how ecology outcomes are supported