# IEQ 1.3 Winter Sunlight
# Applies to
Multi-unit development (Apartments, aged care and hotels)
# Objective
To provide a high level of amenity and reduce need for artificial heating in winter.
# Summary
Points are awarded where at least 70% of dwellings receive at least 3 hours of direct sunlight in all Living areas between 9am and 3pm in mid-winter. This can be demonstrated by using the in-built BESS daylight calculator or by alternative daylight modelling where the alternative methodology is accepted by Council.
# Documentation & evidence required
If using the BESS daylight calculator:
- References to floor plans and elevantions showing window sizes and sky angles
If using an alternative daylight modelling program:
- A short report detailing assumptions used and results achieved.
# Other Considerations
- Ensure that winter and summer needs are balanced by providing shading that allows winter sunlight but blocks summer sun.