Environment Summary Report - Moorabbin Airport

Costco MDP Project

Moorabbin Airport Corporation

19-Feb-2014

Environment Summary Report Costco Major Development Plan Project

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Environment Summary Report

19-Feb-2014 Prepared for – Moorabbin Airport Corporation – ABN: 94 081 564

Table of Contents

Glossary ii 1.0 Introduction 1 2.0 Background to the proposal 1

2.1 Description of the proposal 1 3.0 Moorabbin Airport environmental management 5

3.1 The approved 2010 Moorabbin Airport Master Plan 5 3.2 The Approved 2010 Moorabbin Airport Environment Strategy 6

4.0 Legislative and Policy framework for MDPs 8 4.1 Airports Act 1996 8 4.2 Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997 8 4.3 Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and EPBC Regulations

2000 9 4.4 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984 10 4.5 State legislation 10

5.0 Environmental aspects, impacts and mitigation 15 5.1 Introduction 15 5.2 Air Quality 15 5.3 Noise 17 5.4 Surface water 18 5.5 Soil and groundwater 21 5.6 Waste management and recycling 23 5.7 Hazardous Materials 25 5.8 Flora and fauna 26 5.9 Heritage 28 5.10 Ecologically Sustainable Design 29 5.11 People and communities 33 5.12 Traffic 35

6.0 Summary of environmental impact findings 38 7.0 References 39

List of Tables

Table 1 State legislation, regulations and guidelines relevant to each environmental aspect of the

MDP 13 Table 2 Noise Limits at the nearest noise sensitive area to the subject site 17 Table 3 ESD Initiatives 32

List of Figures

Figure 1 Moorabbin Airport and surrounds 2 Figure 2 Site for the Costco MDP Project 3

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Glossary

ABC Airport Building Controller

AEO Airport Environment Officer

ANEF Australia Noise Exposure Forecast

ATSIHR Act Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984

BCA Building Code Australia

BMS Building Management System

CEMP Construction Environmental Management Plan

CHMP Cultural Heritage Management Plan

dB(A) A-weighted decibels

DoE Department of the Environment

EMP Environmental Management Plan

EMS Environmental Management System

EPA Environment Protection Authority (Victoria)

ESD Ecologically Sustainable Design

EPBC Act Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999

FFG Act Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988

GBCA Green Building Council of Australia

HDPE High density polyethylene

HIL Health Investigation Level

ITP Integrated Transport Plan

LED Light Emitting Diode

MDP Major Development Plan

MNES Matters of National Environmental Significance

MSD Mordialloc Settlement Drain

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheets

NABERS National Built Environment Rating System

NCC National Construction Code

NEPC National Environment Protection Council

NEPM National Environment Protection Measure

ODP Ozone Depleting Potential

OCP Organochlorine Pesticides

PAH Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons

PBN Principal Bicycle Network

PCA Plumbing Code Australia

PCB Polychlorinated Biphenyl

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PVC Polyvinylchloride

PPTN Principal Public Transport Network

RAP Registered Aboriginal Party

SEPP State Environment Protection Policy

TPH Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons

TIA Traffic Impact Assessment

UPSS Underground Petroleum Storage Systems

UST Underground Storage Tank

VROTS Victorian Rare or Threatened Species

WSUD Water Sensitive Urban Design

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1.0 Introduction

Moorabbin Airport Corporation (MAC) is preparing a Major Development Plan (MDP) in accordance with the

Airports Act 1996. The purpose of a MDP is to provide the details of a major development at an airport and to

ensure that the proposed development is consistent with the requirements of the Airports Act 1996. As such, a

MDP is a comprehensive report about the project including a detailed outline of the development, an assessment

of the aspects and associated potential impacts, an outline of potential mitigation measures and an explanation of

the consistency with matters outlined in the Airports Act 1996.

The MDP affects land located in the east of Moorabbin Airport and is for the future retail use of this land by

Costco. As such, the project is known as the “Costco Major Development Plan (MDP) Project”.

This Environment Report was commissioned by MAC and has been prepared by AECOM to inform the

preparation of the MDP. The Environment Report provides:

- A summary of the environmental framework within which the Costco MDP Project (“the Project”) is

considered.

- An assessment of the Project against this framework, including:

Identification and assessment of potential environmental impacts of the Project.

Measures to avoid and/or mitigate impacts to the environment.

The potential significance of impacts to the environment.

This Environment Summary Report is an overarching document that includes the findings of a number of

specialist technical studies commissioned for the preparation of the Costco MDP Project, and it will form a

supplementary report to the MDP submission for approval.

2.0 Background to the proposal

2.1 Description of the proposal

2.1.1 The subject site

Moorabbin Airport is located approximately 21 km south-east of the Melbourne Central Business District, adjacent

to Melbourne’s middle ring Bayside suburbs and within the municipality of Kingston. The Airport is bounded by

Centre Dandenong Road to the north, Boundary Road to the east, Lower Dandenong Road to the south and

Grange Road and Bundora Parade to the west.

Primary airport land uses are located on both airside and landside areas within Moorabbin Airport. These primary

uses include aviation support (maintenance, repairs and facilities), pilot training, recreational aviation uses, and

commercial and freight directly linked to aviation. Additional non-aviation land uses are located on landside areas

within Moorabbin Airport. These additional land uses include commercial, retail and non-aviation industry.

Significant landside non-aviation land uses include the Chifley Business Park, Kingston Central Plaza and Direct

Factory Outlet, which are all located along Centre Dandenong Road.

Moorabbin Airport is enveloped by residential, industrial and commercial land uses to the south, west and east. To

the north of Centre Dandenong Road are market gardens, golf courses and sand mining operations. Figure 1

shows Moorabbin Airport and the surrounding regions. To the south of the airport is the residential suburb of

Mordialloc. To the west are the residential suburbs of Mentone and Cheltenham East. To the east is the suburb of

Dingley. To the north, but separated by the market gardens and sand mining operations, is the suburb of

Heatherton. Figure 2 shows the site for the Costco MDP Project.

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Figure 1 Moorabbin Airport and surrounds

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Figure 2 Site for the Costco MDP Project

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The subject site for the Costco MDP Project is contained within Precinct D as defined within the Approved Master

Plan (2010) for Moorabbin Airport. The subject site is located south-east of the existing alignment of Chifley Drive,

in the north-eastern area of the Moorabbin Airport as shown in Figures 1 and 2. The subject site comprises 5.8

hectares of land and represents approximately 1.97% of the total airport site area which comprises 294 hectares.

The subject site is generally flat, and is currently vacant and extensively cleared of vegetation from former land

uses. The past land uses have reshaped and removed all of the original features and vegetation on the land.

The Melbourne Water Corporation’s Mordialloc Settlement Drain (MSD) traverses the eastern section of

Moorabbin Airport, from the north (Centre Dandenong Road) to the south (Lower Dandenong Road). The MSD

serves a significant catchment to the north of the airport and ultimately transfers flow to the Mordialloc Creek to

the south and ultimately into Port Phillip Bay. (Note: the MSD is currently being realigned to be located along the

eastern boundary of the site under an existing approval). Outside of the airport, the MSD is a Melbourne Water

Corporation asset.

2.1.2 Proposed Costco warehouse development

The proposed Costco warehouse development incorporates the following components:

- A Costco warehouse with a building area of 13,642 square metres with an additional 122 square metres for

pump/switch/sprinkler valve rooms.

- A Costco service station with a site area of 5,245 square metres.

- Provision of 727 car parking spaces including 16 disabled/accessible spaces and 32 bicycle spaces.

- A total loading dock area of 395 square metres.

- Extension of Chifley Drive through to Boundary Road1.

- Provision of a fully signalised intersection at the new Boundary Road/Chifley Drive intersection.1

1 The extension of Chifley Drive and the intersection works at Boundary Road / Chifley Drive are being undertaken separately

but concurrently, in accordance with the Approved Master Plan (2010).

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3.0 Moorabbin Airport environmental management

The Airports Act 1996 requires that each leased Federal airport prepare an Airport Master Plan and an Airport

Environment Strategy that articulates strategic level planning and environmental management initiatives for the

whole of an airport site.

MAC, in fulfilling its obligation as the airport lessee company, has prepared an Approved Master Plan (2010) and

an Approved Environment Strategy (2010) for the airport. Both documents were approved by the former Minister

of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, now the Minister for Infrastructure and

Regional Development. The Approved Master Plan (2010) was approved in June 2010 and the Approved

Environment Strategy (2010) was approved in February 2010.

The environmental management commitments of the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) are also used to

guide all sub-lessees and tenants of the airport. Other important documents relevant to the environmental

management of Moorabbin Airport and in the impact assessment of the Costco MDP Project are the MAC

Environmental Management System (EMS) and MAC Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

The Approved Master Plan (2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010) in conjunction with the

implementation of the MAC EMS and EMP provide the framework, objectives and process for the assessment

and management of environmental issues that may be reasonably expected to be associated with any land use

and development proposal such as the Costco MDP Project.

Each of these key elements which underpin environmental management at Moorabbin Airport are summarised

below.

3.1 The approved 2010 Moorabbin Airport Master Plan

The Approved Master Plan (2010) was prepared by MAC in accordance with the provisions of Part 5 of the

Airports Act 1996. The Approved Master Plan (2010) is the principal planning document for the long term

development of Moorabbin Airport and it represents a strategy for the existing and future sustainable development

of the airport for the next 20 years. The Approved Master Plan (2010) is a revision of the 2004 Master Plan and it

builds on the policies and directions established in the earlier Master Plans. The ongoing development of areas

that are surplus to aviation requirements is in accordance with the successive Master Plans.

The Approved Master Plan (2010) provides a framework to guide the airside and non-airside operations of

Moorabbin Airport. The Approved Master Plan (2010) also provides an environmental framework for the land use

planning and development of the airport as an aviation and associated business centre, outlining MAC’s long term

social, economic, and environmental objectives.

All land uses on the airport where there is a potential for environmental impact, are subject to an environmental

assessment process that includes ongoing consultation with the airport’s environment officer. The environmental

management framework outlined within the Approved Master Plan (2010) applies this environmental assessment

process in dealing with environmental issues that might reasonably be expected to be associated with land use

planning and development at the airport. Potential environmental aspects taken into account in identifying

potential impacts include:

- air quality,

- soil quality,

- water quality,

- noise emissions,

- waste management,

- climate change, and

- ecologically sustainable development.

The process includes the preparation and implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) for both

the construction phase of development works, and where applicable (subject to potential environmental impacts),

for ongoing operations of the infrastructure and/or facilities developed.

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3.2 The Approved 2010 Moorabbin Airport Environment Strategy

The approved 2010 Moorabbin Airport Environment Strategy contains actions and commitments relating to how

MAC intends to manage the environmental impacts of operations and development at the airport, for long term

sustainable development. The Approved Environment Strategy (2010) is the basis on which the Commonwealth

assesses the ongoing environmental performance of the airport.

The Approved Environment Strategy (2010) does not include air and noise pollution generated from aircraft

movements, which are regulated under the Air Navigation Regulations, and are the responsibility of Airservices

Australia.

The Approved Environment Strategy (2010) is to be reviewed and updated every five years, with the approval of

the Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, whilst progress on environmental initiatives is reported

to the Minister on an annual basis.

3.2.1 MAC Environment Policy and objectives

The Approved Environment Strategy (2010) specifies MAC’s Environment Policy, environmental management

objectives, sources of potential environmental impacts, and measures for mitigating potential environmental

impacts associated with airport operations.

The Environment Policy sets MAC’s overall environmental objectives, and principal guidelines. The overall

objective of the Environment Policy is “…to minimise potential environmental impacts, comply with regulatory

requirements, and continually improve environmental management at Moorabbin Airport.”

MAC’s key commitments as outlined in the Environment Policy are:

- Continually monitoring and evaluating the environmental performance of the Airport that will assist in the

development and ongoing review of objectives and targets.

- Preventing and/or minimising pollution from activities carried out by implementing a range of measures from

engineering pollution prevention and control, to increasing the environmental awareness of Airport

stakeholders.

- Complying with all statutory requirements with regard to existing regulations, codes of practice and quality

standards.

- Adopting industry standards applicable to the environmental management of aerodromes.

- Implementing and maintaining the Environment Policy by adopting the MAC Environment Management

System.

- Communicating this policy to airport stakeholders that include employees, contractors and airport tenants.

- Providing adequate training and competent supervision.

- Implementing the Moorabbin Airport Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

While MAC is only required to comply with Commonwealth legislation, the following extract from the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) indicates that MAC is cognisant of State legislation:

“MAC has therefore continued to develop and maintain its Legal and Other Requirements Register that

identifies the key Federal environmental legislation - the Airports Act 1996 and the Airports (Environment

Protection) Regulations 1997, as well as Victorian State environmental legislation. Examples of such State

legislation include the Environment Protection Act 1970, the Environment Protection (Prescribed Waste)

Regulations 1998 and the Dangerous Goods Act 1985….”

3.2.2 The MAC Environmental Management System (EMS)

MAC’s Environmental Management System (EMS) is the process applied to manage, maintain and improve the

airport’s environment, and mitigate potential environmental impacts from operations carried out at the airport. The

EMS was prepared using the internationally recognised standard Australian/New Zealand Standard:

Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use (AS/NZS ISO 14001) as a guide.

The EMS consists of programs and procedures to identify, control and monitor environmental risks as well as

identify areas for improvement in the airport’s environmental management. The EMS aims to ensure relevant

legislation is complied with.

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Key stakeholders have responsibilities in the implementation and operation of the EMS, and include MAC

employees and airport tenants. As part of the continual improvement process, the procedures outlined in the EMS

are reviewed biannually for identification of significant environment risks and management priorities.

MAC Environmental Management Program

A requirement of the EMS and the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) is the development and implementation

of an Environmental Management Plan (EMP). The MAC EMP is the main environmental management tool that

gives effect to the MAC EMS and Approved Environment Strategy (2010). This EMP identifies the airport’s

environmental issues and contains a program of ongoing actions and new initiatives for implementation over the

period of the Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

Environmental issues addressed in the EMP are:

- air quality (including ozone depleting substances),

- noise emissions,

- water quality (including stormwater, groundwater and waste water),

- soil quality,

- waste management,

- hazardous materials management,

- climate change,

- ecological sustainability,

- flora, fauna and habitat, and

- Aboriginal and European heritage.

EMS implementation has been demonstrated by the environmental management initiatives outlined in MAC’s

Annual Environment Reports which are submitted to Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development.

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4.0 Legislative and Policy framework for MDPs

4.1 Airports Act 1996

As a leased federal airport, MAC is subject to the planning framework in the Airports Act 1996. As part of the

planning framework, airports are required to prepare an Airport Master Plan and Airport Environment Strategy.

Leased federal airports are required to develop a MDP for major airport developments on the airport site. Key

criteria that determine whether a development is deemed a ‘major airport development’ are listed in Part 5,

Division 4, Section 89 of the Airports Act 1996. Should any listed criteria be met then a MDP is required to be

prepared.

The Costco MDP Project constitutes a project that requires a MDP under s89 of the Airports Act 1996.

In accordance with Section 91(1)(h) and (j) of the Airports Act 1996, the contents of a MDP with respect to

environmental impacts are to include:

“(h) the airport-lessee company’s assessment of the environmental impacts that might reasonably

be expected to be associated with the development; and

(j) the airport-lessee company’s plans for dealing with the environmental impacts mentioned in

paragraph (h) (including plans for ameliorating or preventing environmental impacts)”

4.2 Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997

The Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997 (Airports Regulations) outline the general duties that

must be undertaken by airport-operators, airport-lessees and airport-management companies, requiring these

companies to manage the environmental impact of their activities on the airport site.

The objectives of the Airports Regulations are:

(a) To establish, in conjunction with national environment protection measures made under section 14 of the

National Environment Protection Council Act 1994, a Commonwealth system of regulation of, and

accountability for, activities at airports that generate, or have potential to generate:

(i) Pollution; or

(ii) Excessive noise; and

(b) To promote improving environmental management practices for activities carried out at airport sites.

The Airports Regulations identify and define procedures and standards to be employed in determining the level

and impact of air, water and soil pollution and excessive ground-based noise.

In accordance with the Airport Regulations, MAC is required to take all reasonable and practicable measures to

ensure that where applicable, in the construction and operation of the Costco MDP Project, and in the carrying out

of any work:

(a) There are no adverse consequences for:

(i) The local biota and the ecosystems and habitats of native species; or

(ii) Existing aesthetic, cultural, historical, social and scientific (including archaeological and anthropological)

values of the local area; and

(b) There are no adverse consequences for:

(i) Flora or fauna that is known to be endangered, or vulnerable, as a species; or

(ii) An ecological community that is known to be an endangered ecological community; or

(iii) Sites of indigenous significance on the airport site; and

(c) If it is reasonably discoverable that, at the subject site, there is a native species that is endangered or

vulnerable, or an ecological community that is endangered - the operation, or other work, is not inconsistent

with action intended to lessen the danger or vulnerability; and

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(d) The operation, or other work associated with the Costco MDP Project, is not inconsistent with an

international convention, treaty or other agreement to which Australia is a party, and that relates to a matter

to which the Airports Regulations apply.

4.3 Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and

EPBC Regulations 2000

The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) and the Environment Protection

and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000 (EPBC Regulations) provide for the primary legislation for the

protection of environmental matters on Commonwealth land. The objectives of the EPBC Act are to:

- provide for the protection of the environment, especially matters of national environmental significance,

- conserve Australian biodiversity,

- provide a streamlined national environmental assessment and approvals process,

- enhance the protection and management of important natural and cultural places,

- control the international movement of plants and animals (wildlife), wildlife specimens and products made or

derived from wildlife, and

- promote ecologically sustainable development through the conservation and ecologically sustainable use of

natural resources.

The EPBC Act is administered by the Commonwealth Department of the Environment (DoE). Under the EPBC

Act, the Commonwealth is responsible for regulating the following Matters of National Environmental Significance:

- World Heritage sites,

- National Heritage places,

- nationally protected wetlands (Ramsar wetlands),

- nationally listed threatened species and ecological communities,

- listed migratory species,

- nuclear actions (including uranium mines),

- Commonwealth marine areas,

- land owned by the Commonwealth, and

- activities by Commonwealth agencies.

Proposed actions involving the Commonwealth that require referral to the Commonwealth Minister for

Environment are summarised as ‘actions’ that are proposed to be:

- Carried out on Commonwealth land, that are likely to have a significant impact on the environment

anywhere.

- Taken outside Commonwealth land, that are likely to have a significant impact on the environment on

Commonwealth land.

- Undertaken by the Commonwealth or a Commonwealth agency anywhere in the world that are likely to have

a significant impact on the environment anywhere.

- Likely to have a significant impact on the Commonwealth heritage values of a place listed on the

Commonwealth Heritage List.

The subject site being part of Moorabbin Airport resides on land owned by the Commonwealth. The Costco MDP

Project proposed within the subject site must therefore accord with the requirements of the EPBC Act.

A referral process to address the potential for environmental impacts of the Costco MDP Project as a MDP action

as defined within the Airports Act 1996, is prescribed in section 160 of the EPBC Act. Under this process the

Commonwealth Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development is required to seek the advice of the

Commonwealth Environment Minister before deciding to approve a draft MDP. Accordingly, an exposure draft

http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc/protect/index.html

http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc/protect/biodiversity.html

http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc/assessments/process.html

http://www.environment.gov.au/heritage/index.html

http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/wildlife-trade/index.html

http://www.environment.gov.au/biodiversity/wildlife-trade/index.html

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MDP is submitted to the Department of Environment for review prior to the preliminary draft MDP being released

for the required public exhibition and consultation period.

On the basis of the information contained within the draft MDP, the Commonwealth Environment Minister will

decide what approach should be used to assess the environmental impacts of the proposal under the EPBC Act.

After the public comment period has closed and the documentation is submitted for approval, the environmental

impacts of the proposal will be assessed and the Commonwealth Environment Minister will provide advice to the

Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development for the Minister’s consideration in deciding on the draft MDP

for approval.

EPBC Regulations

Schedule 3 Part 2 of the EPBC Regulations specifies the requirements for actions which are subject to Section

160 of the EPBC Act. The EPBC Regulations outline the information that must be described in the Costco MDP

Project. In summary, the information in relation to the Costco MDP Project proposed by MAC must include:

- A description of the proposed Costco MDP Project.

- Area(s) likely to be affected by the Costco MDP Project.

- Known or likely impacts of the proposed Costco MDP Project on the environment.

- Details of any assessments carried out under State or Commonwealth legislation (where applicable).

- Any other relevant information with respect to environmental impacts and the management of these impacts.

- MAC’s response as to the need for an environmental impact statement or public environment report.

- Alternatives to the proposed Costco MDP Project.

- Mitigation techniques to eliminate or reduce relevant impacts.

- The environmental record of MAC with respect to environmental management of Moorabbin Airport.

The matters listed above are addressed within the MDP as stipulated within the EPBC Regulations. The

information in this Environment Summary Report provides a summary of environmental investigations undertaken,

an evaluation of the potential of the Costco MDP Project causing a significant environmental impact and the

measures to be considered to avoid or mitigate these potential impacts.

4.4 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984 (ATSIHP Act), assists in the preservation

and protection of places, areas and objects of particular significance to Indigenous Australians. The ATSIHP Act

enables the Australian Government to respond to requests to protect traditionally important areas and objects that

are under threat, if it appears that State or Territory laws have not provided effective protection.

The government can make special orders, called declarations, to protect significant Aboriginal areas, objects and

classes of objects from threats of injury or desecration. The government cannot make a declaration unless an

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person (or a person representing an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander

person) has requested it and has provided satisfactory evidence of a body of traditions, customs, observances

and beliefs that explains, firstly, why there is a threat of injury or desecration and, secondly, why the area, object

or class of objects is of particular significance to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people.

MAC has previously commissioned Biosis Research to carry out the archaeological survey and cultural heritage

assessments of the airport which did not identify any European or Aboriginal sites or places of cultural heritage

significance. Although there is no requirement under this legislation for further cultural assessments, preventative

measures will be incorporated in the Construction Environmental Management Plan associated with the Costco

MDP Project, to avoid potential impacts in relation to the unexpected discovery of any artefacts of heritage

significance.

4.5 State legislation

MAC seeks to accord with State legislation, as discussed in Section 3.2.1. The Airports Act 1996 stipulates that

State legislation applies “to the extent that that law is capable of operating concurrently” with Commonwealth

legislation. In addition, the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) discusses the application of State legislation in

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relation to a number of environmental aspects. Accordingly, any offsite impacts (e.g. impacts outside of the

Commonwealth airport land) from the proposed development/facility are to be assessed and be cognisant of State

legislation, in particular the Environment Protection Act 1970 outlined below, and associated subordinate

legislation (such as the State Environment Protection Policies (SEPPs)).

Victorian heritage legislation does not apply on Commonwealth land, however as stated earlier MAC seeks to

accord with State legislation. The relevant State legislation is summarised below.

4.5.1 Environment Protection Act 1970

The Environment Protection Act 1970 (EP Act) provides a framework for preventing and controlling air, land and

water pollution and noise, increasing resource efficiency, reducing waste and improving environmental

performance. Under the auspices of the EP Act, environment policies and guidance material set environment

standards to be achieved regarding the discharge of wastes into the environment; the generation, storage,

treatment, transport and disposal of industrial waste; and the generation and release of noise.

In relation to the Costco MDP Project works, the EP Act provides advice and guidance raising awareness of risks

and controls to protect the environment. Compliance advice includes reference to applicable codes of practice,

best practice management guidelines, and protocols for environmental management.

4.5.2 Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006

The Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 provides for the protection and management of Victoria’s Aboriginal heritage

with streamlined processes linked to the Victorian planning system.

The key features of the Act are:

- The establishment of a Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council to provide a state-wide voice for Aboriginal

people and to advise the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs on issues relating to the management of cultural

heritage.

- Introduction and management of a system of Registered Aboriginal Parties that allows for Aboriginal groups

with connection to the country and others - such as Aboriginal groups with contemporary or historical

interests - to be involved in decision making processes around cultural heritage.

- Establishment of Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMP) and Cultural Heritage Permit processes to

manage activities that may harm Aboriginal cultural heritage.

- A system of cultural heritage agreements to support the development of partnerships around the protection

and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage.

- Strengthened provisions relating to enforcement of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 - including Aboriginal

Heritage Protection Declarations and stop orders2.

Large developments and other high impact activities in culturally sensitive landscapes can cause significant harm

to Aboriginal cultural heritage. A CHMP is a way of protecting and managing Aboriginal cultural heritage, with the

involvement of Registered Aboriginal Parties, while allowing development to proceed. A CHMP is required for an

activity if:

a) all or part of the activity area for the activity is an area of cultural heritage sensitivity.

b) all or part of the activity is a high impact activity.3

Where a CHMP is not required, a Cultural Heritage Permit may be required for Aboriginal Heritage places or sites

likely to be disturbed.

As stated earlier, Biosis Research has carried out archaeological survey and cultural heritage assessments of the

airport that did not identify any European or Aboriginal sites or places of cultural heritage significance. Although

there is similarly no requirement under State legislation for further cultural assessments, preventative measures

will be incorporated in the Construction Environmental Management Plan associated with the Costco MDP Project

to avoid potential impacts in relation to the unexpected discovery of any artefacts of Aboriginal significance.

2 From http://www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/indigenous/aboriginal-cultural-heritage/aboriginal-heritage-act-2006

3 Regulation 6, Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2007

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4.5.3 Heritage Act 1995

The Heritage Act 1995 is administered by Heritage Victoria and provides for the protection, conservation and

registration of places and objects of cultural heritage significance in Victoria. The Act establishes Heritage

Victoria, the Heritage Register and the Heritage Inventory.

Should registered historical cultural heritage sites and places be located within the proposed subject site a variety

of approvals may be required as follows:

- Impacts and/or works affecting places listed on the Victorian Heritage Register require a permit issued by

Heritage Victoria under the Heritage Act 1995.

- Impacts and/or works affecting places listed on the Victorian Heritage Inventory require a Consent to Disturb

issued by Heritage Victoria under the Heritage Act 1995.

4.5.4 Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988

The Victorian Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988 was established to provide a legal framework for enabling and

promoting the conservation of all Victoria’s native flora and fauna, and to enable management of potentially

threatening processes. One of the main features of the Act is the listing process, whereby native species and

communities of flora and fauna, and the processes that threaten native flora and fauna are listed in the schedules

of the Act. This assists in identifying those species and communities that require management to survive, and

identifies the processes that require management to minimise the threat to native flora and fauna species and

communities within Victoria.

4.5.5 Victoria’s Native Vegetation Management: A Framework for Action (the Framework)

During the planning stage of any development on Victorian lands, the proponent is required to take into account

the principles of Net Gain as outlined in the Framework to achieve a sustainable increase in the quality and

quantity of indigenous vegetation across the Victorian landscape (DNRE 2002). The key principles of Net Gain

are summarised as follows:

- Step 1: avoid adverse impacts, particularly through vegetation clearance.

- Step 2: where impacts cannot be avoided, explore appropriate options to minimise those impacts.

- Step 3: identify appropriate offset options in response to clearing.

4.5.6 Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994

The Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994 (CaLP Act) is the principle legislation relating to the management of

pest plants and animals in Victoria. Under the CaLP Act, landowners have a responsibility to avoid causing or

contributing to land degradation, including taking all reasonable steps to conserve soil, protect water resources,

eradicate regionally prohibited weeds, prevent the growth and spread of regionally controlled weeds and where

possible, eradicate established pest animals, as declared under the CaLP Act. Requirements under this Act are of

particular relevance during activities that involve bare earth disturbance, including grazing and cultivation.

Noxious weeds are a component of the CaLP Act, which establishes a framework for management and protection

of catchments through the management of land and water resources.

Land owners and managers have the responsibility to take all reasonable steps to prevent the growth and spread

of regionally prevented and controlled weeds on their land. This is regulated by local council.

The CEMP to be developed for the subject site is expected to have conditions that result in mitigating land

degradation, including taking all reasonable steps to conserve soil, protect water resources, prevent the growth

and spread of regionally controlled weeds and established pest animals and minimise potential impacts to flora

and fauna offsite.

4.5.7 Wildlife Act 1975

The Wildlife Act 1975 (Wildlife Act) forms the procedural, administrative and operational basis for the protection

and conservation of native wildlife within Victoria. The purposes of the Wildlife Act are:

1) to establish procedures in order to promote:

- the protection and conservation of wildlife,

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- the prevention of taxa of wildlife from becoming extinct,

- the sustainable use of and access to wildlife, and

2) to prohibit and regulate the conduct of persons engaged in activities concerning or related to wildlife.

With the exception of 'pest animals' declared under the CaLP Act or wildlife declared to be 'unprotected wildlife',

the Wildlife Act defines certain wildlife as 'protected wildlife’. Protected wildlife may be declared to be ‘threatened

wildlife’. Threatened wildlife is defined as wildlife listed under the FFG Act. The Wildlife Act makes it an offence to

hunt, take or destroy threatened or protected wildlife without authorisation.

4.5.8 Other relevant State environmental legislation and guidance

Table 1 below provides an indicative guide on the main areas of State environmental legislation and guidelines

considered applicable to the environmental aspects of the Costco MDP Project. Where appropriate, these are

discussed in each of the respective sections within this Environment Summary Report.

Table 1 State legislation, regulations and guidelines relevant to each environmental aspect of the MDP

Environmental

aspect State legislation, regulations, and guidelines

General -

applies to all

environmental

aspects

Environmental Guidelines for Major Construction Sites, Vic EPA publication 480, December 1995

Air quality Environment Protection Act 1970

State Environment Protection Policy (Ambient Air Quality) 1999

State Environment Protection Policy (Air Quality Management) 2001


Acoustics

(Noise)

Environment Protection Act 1970

State Environment Protection Policy (Control of Noise from Commerce, Industry, and Trade) No.

N-1, 1989

EPA Noise Control Guidelines Publication 1254

AS 2021-2000 Acoustics - Aircraft Noise Intrusion - Building Siting and Construction


Surface water Environment Protection Act 1970

State Environment Protection Policy (Waters of Victoria) 1988

State Environment Protection Policy (Groundwaters of Victoria) 1997

Guidelines on the Design, Installation and Management Requirements for Underground

Petroleum Storage Systems - EPA Publication 888.1

EPA Construction techniques for sediment pollution control (EPA publication 275)


CSIRO - Urban Stormwater Best Practice Environmental Management Guidelines

Soil and

groundwater

Environment Protection Act 1970

State Environment Protection Policy (Prevention and Management of Contaminated Land) 2002

State Environment Protection Policy (Groundwaters of Victoria) 1997

Industrial Waste Resource Guidelines 2009 Publication 621, Soil Hazard Categorisation and

Management.

Industrial Waste Resource Guidelines 2009 Publication 701, Sampling and Analysis of Waters,

Wastewaters, Soils and Wastes.

Industrial Waste Resource Guidelines 2009 Publication 702, Soil Sampling.

Guidelines on the Design, Installation and Management Requirements for Underground

Petroleum Storage Systems - EPA Publication 888.1

AS 4482.1 (2005) Guide to the Sampling and Investigation of Sites with Potentially Contaminated

Soil, Part 1: Non Volatile and Semi-Volatile Compounds.


AS 4897-2008: The Design Installation and Operation of Underground Petroleum Storage

Systems

http://epanote2.epa.vic.gov.au/EPA/publications.nsf/2f1c2625731746aa4a256ce90001cbb5/f9962420752fefdeca2574f1007f259e/$FILE/888.1.pdf

http://epanote2.epa.vic.gov.au/EPA/publications.nsf/2f1c2625731746aa4a256ce90001cbb5/f9962420752fefdeca2574f1007f259e/$FILE/888.1.pdf

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Environmental

aspect State legislation, regulations, and guidelines

Waste Environment Protection Act 1970

Environment Protection (Prescribed Waste) Regulations 1998


Hazardous

materials

Dangerous Goods Act 1985

Dangerous Goods (Storage and Handling) Regulations 2000


Flora and fauna Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act 1988

Wildlife Act 1975

Catchment and Land Protection Act 1994

Victoria’s Native Vegetation Management: A Framework for Action 2002

Port Phillip and Westernport Native Vegetation Plan

Aboriginal and

European

cultural heritage

Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006

Heritage Act 1995

Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2007

Ecologically

sustainable

development

Kingston City Council – Council Plan 2009-2013

Kingston Planning Scheme

Building Code of Australia

Melbourne Water - Water Sensitive Urban Design Guidelines

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5.0 Environmental aspects, impacts and mitigation

5.1 Introduction

In response to meeting environmental legislative requirements and the objectives outlined in the Approved Master

Plan (2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010), MAC commissioned this Environment Summary Report

for the proposed Costco MDP Project on the subject site to investigate the potential environmental impacts of the

proposed development and outline measures to manage and avoid or mitigate these impacts.

This section details the relevant environmental aspects of the Costco MDP Project that have been identified. For

each of these environmental aspects information is provided on:

- A background to these environmental aspects in the context of Moorabbin Airport, including MAC’s

environmental objectives and commitments in accordance with the Approved Master Plan (2010) and

Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

- Existing conditions in respect to these environmental aspects and in the context of Moorabbin Airport and

the surrounding environment.

- Potential impacts detailing:

Known or likely impacts on the subject site and the environment, identifying areas that are likely to be

affected (where applicable).

Findings of the environmental assessments undertaken, including information on relevant

Commonwealth and/or State legislation or relevant guidelines or codes that have been applied.

- Measures to manage the known or potential environmental impacts and steps to be considered to eliminate

or reduce these impacts.

- The concluding significance of the impact by the proposed Costco MDP Project on the environment.

Management of potential impacts so as to avoid or reduce the potential for impacts on the environment during

construction on the subject site will be translated by MAC into requirements for a contractor’s Construction

Environmental Management Plan (CEMP), with implementation of management measures the responsibility of the

contractor. Operational impacts are to be managed by Costco, and in compliance with the environmental

regulatory requirements and conforming to the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) that flows into MAC’s

Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

5.2 Air Quality

This section examines the potential impacts arising from air emissions associated with construction and operation

of the proposed development.

5.2.1 Background

MAC’s objectives in relation to air quality including ozone depleting substances are outlined in the Approved

Environment Strategy (2010) as follows:

- Minimise its potential impacts to the regional local airshed.

- Improve air quality management at the Airport.

- Comply with the Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997, Clause 2.01.

- Comply with the Victorian SEPPs related to air quality, such as the SEPP (Ambient Air Quality) and SEPP

(Air Quality Management).

5.2.2 Existing conditions

Being vacant land, there are no significant existing sources of air emissions on the subject site. Sources of air

emissions near the site include the aviation activities conducted on Moorabbin Airport, road traffic and industry

located to the east of the airport. The nearest ‘off airport sensitive receptors’ to the site are warehouses/

businesses located immediately east of Boundary Road and residential properties located more than 200 metres

north and east of the site.

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5.2.3 Potential impacts

The proposed development comprising a warehouse, service station and car parking would not be a significant

source of air emissions and would not generate unacceptable levels of air pollution.

The potential impacts of construction on air quality include:

- Dust from land disturbance such as excavation works, use of on-site unsealed roads and material stockpiles.

- Exhaust gases from construction vehicles and machinery.

- Use of solvents and other chemicals for painting, cleaning and degreasing.

Operation of the service station has the potential to generate fugitive emissions and odours and operation of the

Costco warehouse may generate bakery odours causing annoyance to users and passers-by.

5.2.4 Measures to eliminate or mitigate impacts

To manage the potential impacts of the development on air quality the following measures are proposed for

inclusion in the CEMP and Operations EMP:

Construction

- Implementation of a dust prevention strategy incorporating measures such as minimising areas of exposed

earth, keeping vehicles to defined roads, constructing wind fences, managing stockpiles and watering areas

of exposed earth.

- Flexible work scheduling during windy conditions.

- Seeding and/or spreading of soil stockpiles to prevent dust.

- Ensuring that vehicles and machinery are fitted with appropriate emission control equipment and are

serviced to the manufacturers’ specifications.

- Monitoring plant and machinery exhausts for visual emissions.

- Monitoring facilities and work practices to ensure fugitive emissions and/or dust is minimised.

- Appropriate storage and handling of chemicals to minimise the potential for fugitive and/or process

emissions.

- Minimising chemical use and replacing those with greater fugitive and process air emissions with chemicals

that have a lower potential for environmental impact.

- Avoiding the use of ozone-depleting substances in any equipment or facilities.

Operation

- Use of extraction fans to minimise bakery generated odours.

- Designing and operating fuel storage and dispensing facilities to minimise fugitive emissions and odours.

- Avoiding the use of ozone-depleting substances in any equipment or facilities.

These measures may be reviewed on completion of the emissions assessment currently being completed.

5.2.5 Significance of impacts to air quality

Air emissions associated with the construction and operation of the Costco MDP Project if not appropriately

managed have the potential to cause transient annoyance to the general public (passers-by) and local

communities to the east and north of the site, and emissions to atmosphere which contribute to greenhouse and

ozone-depletion. The potential air quality impacts are typical of commercial construction developments and to the

operation of service station facilities.

Controls to avoid and/or mitigate these impacts, routinely applied during construction projects and in operation of

service station facilities are proposed for the Costco MDP Project through the CEMP and ongoing operational

EMP. In summary, the Costco MDP Project would not have a significant impact on the environment and local

community with respect to air quality.

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5.3 Noise

This section examines the potential noise impacts associated with the proposed development’s mechanical

services equipment and truck movements, and the potential for noise impacts from aviation onto the Costco MDP

Project occupied buildings.

5.3.1 Background

MAC’s objectives in relation to noise are outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) as follows:

- Minimise the potential noise nuisance within the Airport and upon the Airport’s neighbours from all ground-

based aviation and non-aviation activities.

- Promote noise minimisation strategies.


A noise assessment of the Costco MDP Project at the subject site was undertaken by AECOM and is detailed in

the report: Environmental Noise Assessment – Costco Major Development Plan Project, AECOM, December

2013.

The AECOM assessment comprised:

- An assessment of the potential noise emissions from mechanical services equipment, and truck movements

associated with the site to nearby noise-sensitive areas such as residential locations.

- An assessment of aircraft noise intrusion, in accordance with AS2021.

- An assessment of noise during construction.

- Recommended control measures to eliminate or mitigate potential noise impacts from construction activity.


The acoustic environment at the subject site is dominated by road traffic noise on Centre Dandenong Road and

Boundary Road, as well as aircraft noise from Moorabbin Airport. The nearest noise sensitive areas are the

residential areas to the east and north of the site. Background noise levels at the nearest noise sensitive areas

ranged from 61 dB(A) during the day, to 58 dB(A) in the evening and 47 dB(A) at night.


Environmental noise emissions

The main noise sources from the Costco MDP Project during operations at the subject site are:

- Mechanical services including condenser units and exhaust fans which may operate continuously at any

time of the day.

- Truck movements during stock deliveries, and collections of waste and other services.

Applying the procedures prescribed by State Environment Protection Policy (Control of Noise from Commerce,

Industry, and Trade) No. N-1, 1989 (SEPP N-1), existing background noise levels were measured, and zoning

noise levels using the relevant planning scheme were calculated for the most-affected receivers (as determined

by acoustic modelling) located at 455 Centre Dandenong Road and 28 Lauren Court. From these background

and zoning noise level indicators, Noise Limits were determined for the respective day, evening, and night

periods, in accordance with SEPP N-1. The resultant noise limits are presented in Table 2.

Table 2 Noise Limits at the nearest noise sensitive area to the subject site

Period Noise Limit

[dB(A)]

Day 7am to 6pm Weekdays

7am to 1pm Saturdays

67

Evening 6pm to 10pm Weekdays

1pm to 6pm Saturdays, 7am to 6pm Sundays and Public Holidays

61

Night 10pm to 7am Weekdays, 6pm to 7am Weekends and Public Holidays 50

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The total effective noise level due to environmental noise emissions from mechanical services and truck

movements was modelled to be 35 dB(A). This complies with the most restrictive Noise Limit determined in

accordance with SEPP N-1 being the Night period Noise Limit of 50 dB(A). The noise modelling results also

indicate that mechanical plant and alarms will also conform to Schedule 4 of the Airport Regulations.

Aircraft noise

Australian Standard Acoustics – Aircraft noise intrusion – Building siting and construction (AS 2021) outlines

procedures for determining the impact of aircraft noise on a building for those located in close proximity to aircraft

flight paths. AS 2021 provides guidance in relation to whether the extent of aircraft noise intrusion makes building

sites ‘unacceptable’, ‘acceptable’, or ‘conditionally acceptable’ for the type of activity to be undertaken. The three

acceptability conditions as defined by AS 2021 are as follows:

Acceptable: If the building site is classified as ‘acceptable’, there is usually no need for the building construction

to provide protection specifically against aircraft noise. Conditionally acceptable: If the building site is classified as ‘conditionally acceptable’, the maximum aircraft

noise levels for the relevant aircraft and the required noise reduction should be determined and the aircraft noise attenuation to be expected from the proposed construction should be determined. Unacceptable: If the building site is classified as ‘unacceptable’, construction of the proposed building should not

normally be considered.

For the purpose of undertaking an assessment in accordance with AS 2021, the subject site is considered a

‘commercial building’. Based on the ANEF contours for Moorabbin Airport, the assessment of the acoustic

performance specifications for the building façade and roof of the Costco MDP Project is considered to be

‘acceptable’ in accordance with AS 2021.


The assessment of the preliminary mechanical services design showed that the noise emission from external

plant associated with the development and truck deliveries will be compliant with the environmental noise limits

applicable at the nearest residential location. The assessment showed that the building site is classified as

‘acceptable’, and therefore there no further acoustic treatment will be required.

5.3.5 Significance of noise impacts

Findings of the noise investigations show that noise emissions from the operations of the Costco MDP Project

comply with the relevant noise criteria applied for commercial/retail activity.

Based on the design of the Costco MDP Project the noise emissions from external plant associated with the

development and truck deliveries will be compliant with the environmental noise limits applicable at the nearest

residential locations for the most sensitive night period, based on the criteria of SEPP N-1 and the guidance

prescribed in Schedule 4 of the Regulations.

The aircraft noise intrusion assessment was conducted in accordance with AS 2021 and used the relevant ANEF

chart for the Airport. This assessment showed that the location of the proposed Costco MDP Project was

considered ‘acceptable’ and no further acoustic treatment will be required.

It is concluded that the Costco MDP Project will not cause significant impact to the environment and local

community in respect to noise. Management measures and operations planned for the Costco MDP Project are

consistent with MAC’s objectives in relation to noise emissions from Moorabbin Airport as outlined in the

Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

5.4 Surface water

This section identifies the potential for stormwater impacts from the Costco MDP Project and outlines the various

mitigation measures proposed.

5.4.1 Background

The stormwater flow characteristics at the Costco MDP Project site are anticipated to vary significantly from the

existing conditions due to the increased hardstand areas. This will consequently require an appropriate design

and management approach to ensure that the existing stormwater infrastructure will meet future needs.

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MAC’s objectives in relation to surface water are outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) as

follows:

- Minimise potential impacts to the stormwater system and groundwater.

- Direct waste waters to the sewer through the trade waste agreement process.


- Comply with the Victorian SEPPs related to water quality such as the SEPP (Waters of Victoria) and the

SEPP (Groundwaters of Victoria).


Stormwater flow across Moorabbin Airport occurs through two Melbourne Water drainage systems that run

through the Airport: the Moorabbin Drain (previously the Sibthorpe Drain) and MSD, with stormwater discharging

into these drains on the southern boundary of the Airport. Together, approximately 70 000 litres per second of

water is transmitted through the Airport during a 1 in 100 year storm event.

MAC biannually undertakes a stormwater quality assessment of the two inlet and two outlet stormwater drains

located within Moorabbin Airport. The purpose of the assessments is to determine the contaminant

concentrations of the:

- Surface waters upstream of the Airport that discharge onto Airport land and interact with Airport generated

stormwater.

- Surface waters from within the Airport that discharge into the local stormwater drainage system and into the

downstream water courses.

The results of the assessment program are considered by MAC to be representative of the contaminant

concentrations in the stormwater flowing through Moorabbin Airport via the MSD, ultimately to Mordialloc Creek.

Stormwater upstream of the Airport, particularly from the north and northwest, collects surface run-off from

residential, agricultural, commercial and industrial areas, before reaching the Airport. Therefore, surface water

quality discharged from the Airport is also influenced by these upstream land uses.

At the time MAC purchased the airport lease, these drains did not have sufficient capacity to accommodate for

1:20 year stormwater flows, resulting in uncontrolled surface water run-off from large airside areas and the former

golf course. Plans have been developed with Melbourne Water to improve the drainage infrastructure by

upgrading these networks on Airport. In accordance with the Approved Master Plan (2010) the MSD drain is

currently being realigned to the eastern edge of the proposed lot and the existing channel to be backfilled. These

drainage networks drain into Mordialloc Creek and eventually into Port Phillip Bay, which is approximately 4 km

from the Airport.

The Approved Master Plan (2010) identifies opportunities available for MAC to increase stormwater capacity and

retention to reduce the impacts of stormwater flow across the Airport and to community in areas to the south, in

extreme storm events.


Construction phase

There is the potential for impact to stormwater and surface water resources (including nearby downstream

waterways) during the construction phase via the following processes:

- Turbid stormwater run-off from the erosion of disturbed areas as a result of earthmoving and construction

works can impact nearby waterways.

- Site dewatering activities resulting in turbid water entering waterways.

- Leaching of contamination into stormwater / surface water from the failure of chemical and waste storage

areas and the spill of hazardous materials.

Operational phase

The potential impacts on stormwater / surface water during the operational phase can include:

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- Contamination of surface water / stormwater from the failure of fuel and associated material storage areas

and / or spillage of fuels at the proposed petrol station.

- Contamination of surface water/stormwater from the failure of chemical and waste storage areas and the

spill of hazardous materials.

- Increased run-off as a result of an increase in impermeable surfaces, causing erosion and sedimentation of

nearby waterways.


Specific design controls and management plans to be implemented for surface water during construction and

operations of the Costco MDP Project. In general, impacts on surface water quality will be mitigated and managed

through a number of measures, including but not limited to:

- Chemical storages incorporating adequate controls (e.g. bunding and spill kits) to minimise the potential for

stormwater (and / or groundwater) pollution (construction and operation), and regularly check condition of

bunding.

- Method for capturing run-off and treating stormwater prior to discharge from site incorporated into design of

the service station, to achieve compliance with Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations and the SEPP

(Waters of Victoria)

- The drainage for the fuel dispensing area will be separate from the other stormwater drainage systems.

- Runoff from the fuel dispensing area shall be routed to an oil/water separator prior to discharge.

- Emergency shut-off valves will be installed immediately downstream of the oil/water separator.

- Development of a spill management plan and emergency response for larger spills and provide training for

all staff in the implementation of the plan.

- Ensure that on-site activities with the potential to impact on stormwater such as washing down vehicles are

completed in designated areas of the site with adequate bunding and stormwater capture and treatment

facilities.

- Implementing work practices that prevent stormwater pollution (construction and operation).

- Installing erosion and sediment control measures before and during construction.

- Ensuring dewatering activities do not result in releasing turbid waters (construction).

- Ensuring wastewater is directed to the sewer system through trade waste agreements or disposed offsite in

accordance with Victorian EPA requirements such as the Environment Protection (Prescribed Waste).

Regulations (construction and operation).

- Incorporating Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) principles for construction and operation, in

accordance with WSUD Engineering Procedures: Stormwater (Melbourne Water, 2005).

- Installation of tertiary treatment devices (i.e. Humes Jellyfish JF3000-19-4) to reduce nutrient loadings to

acceptable levels prior to off-site discharge.

- Consider the monitoring of stormwater quality entering and leaving the subject site within Moorabbin Airport

(construction and operation).

- Stormwater management procedures will be reviewed during the detailed design phase.

Mitigation and management measures in relation to protecting surface water during construction works will be

incorporated in the CEMP.

In accordance with the Approved Environment Strategy (2010), MAC will maintain its stormwater monitoring

program, assessing the quality of water entering and leaving the Airport and reviewing results in consultation with

the Airport Environment Officer (AEO).

5.4.5 Significance of impacts to water quality

It is concluded that the Costco MDP Project will not have a significant impact on the environment in particular the

receiving waterways in relation to stormwater discharges. Management measures incorporated within design and

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in the associated CEMP and operations are consistent with MAC’s objectives in relation to water quality from

Moorabbin Airport as outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

5.5 Soil and groundwater

This section examines the soil, groundwater and contamination conditions of the subject site and assesses the

possible impacts of the proposed Costco MDP Project.

5.5.1 Background

MAC’s objectives in relation to soil quality are outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) as follows:

- Minimise potential impacts on the soil conditions of the Airport,

- Comply with the Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997, Clause 2.03, and

- Encourage Airport tenants to minimise their impact and comply with the Airports (Environment Protection)

Regulations 1997.

A soil contamination and groundwater review was conducted by Senversa Pty Ltd for the Costco MDP Project

(Senversa, 2013) for MAC. The primary objectives of the review were:

- Obtain a baseline understanding of the soil and groundwater contamination status at the site.

- Evaluate the potential risk to the beneficial uses of land and groundwater within the context of the proposed

development.

- Provide initial waste categorisation information for soil that may require off-site disposal.

The detailed scope of work undertaken and findings of the soil contamination and groundwater review conducted

by Senversa is provided in the full assessment report, Soil Contamination and Groundwater Review, Costco MDP

Project, Senversa, November 2013.


The subject site was formerly used as a golf course from the 1970s. Prior to this it was likely to have been vacant

cleared land, potentially used for agricultural purposes. Other former land uses include:

- Market gardens in the western portion of the site.

- A small farm dam on the northeast boundary of the site.

- Development associated with the airport encroached on the north-west corner of the site in the 1970s.

The former golf course land was handed back to MAC in early-2009.

The main historical activities that could potentially cause contamination on the subject site were identified as:

- Potential utilisation of fertilisers, herbicides, pesticides and insecticides in previous agricultural operations

and maintaining the golf course.

- Importation of uncontrolled fill material to the subject site.

- Stormwater run-off from the Moorabbin Airport.

A number of previous contamination studies have been undertaken by MAC to assess the conditions of the

subject site. These previous studies were reviewed by Senversa and an additional soil and groundwater sampling

program and a visual inspection of the subject site, was conducted by Senversa to provide verification of the

subject site’s contamination status.

Based on the findings of historical investigations, Senversa found soil chemical concentrations below the adopted

assessment criteria, with the following exceptions:

- A marginal copper exceedance at one isolated on-site location above the maintenance of ecosystems

objectives, as specified in the Land and Water SEPP.

- Reported pH levels below the adopted Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997 assessment

criteria of 6 – 8 in historical soil testing completed in 2009, which was attributed to naturally occurring

conditions.

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Groundwater beneath the subject site occurs within an Upper Tertiary aquifer, comprising Red Bluff “Grey” Sands.

The groundwater is semi-confined to confined with standing water levels ranging from 1.5 to 3.6 m below ground

level (bgl). Inferred groundwater contours indicate groundwater is hydraulically connected with the Mordialloc

Settlement Drain. Three deep groundwater wells and one groundwater well in a perched aquifer were

constructed.

The soil contamination review identified that most of the soils can be provisionally categorised as “Fill Material” for

waste disposal purposes. Further sampling will be required to confirm this should off-site disposal be required.

The groundwater assessment found chemical concentrations below the adopted groundwater beneficial use and

the Regulations objectives, with the exception of widespread zinc concentrations above maintenance of

ecosystem objectives. These concentrations are considered representative of background concentrations and are

considered unlikely to affect the existing ecosystems of the Mordialloc Settlement Drain.


The soil verification sampling program aimed to provide a representation of the whole subject site. Based on the

findings of the soil verification and previous soil investigations undertaken, no significant contamination issues

were identified that would preclude the proposed commercial land use at the subject site. On this basis it is

considered that a detailed Phase 2 investigation of soil and/or groundwater is not necessary for the Costco MDP

Project and that the status of the subject site is suitable for its proposed land use.

Other construction and operational impacts that may affect the condition of the subject site include:

- Improper management and containment of fuel and chemicals at the site during construction and in on-site

product storages and deliveries during operations.

- Excavation of potentially contaminated soil encountered during construction activities (e.g. earthworks).

- Encountering potential acid sulphate soils (PASS) during construction.

- Import of potentially contaminated soils onto the subject site.


The following mitigation and management measures have been identified for the construction and operation of the

development, including the possibility of encountering any previously undetected underground features (i.e.

odorous/stained soil, drums, tanks).

- In accordance with the AU Master Development Requirements (Costco Wholesale, 2013) the fuel facility will

be designed in accordance with AS 4897-2008: The Design Installation and Operation of Underground

Petroleum Storage Systems.

- Implementation of a CEMP to outline mitigation measures to ensure the following:

Fuels and other chemicals required at the site for the redevelopment are stored and managed

appropriately.

Potentially contaminated soil is managed appropriately where encountered.

Mitigation measures to control impact to underlying groundwater including an outline of measures to

appropriately store fuels.

- Additional sampling of soils prior to excavation and removal of soils from site. It is noted that the current

sampling frequency is preliminary only and is based on limited data so additional soil sampling and testing

would be required to confirm the waste categorisation of any material that is excavated and transported off-

site.

- Backfill required as part of the construction should be assessed in accordance with the requirements of

Industrial Waste Resource Guidelines (EPA Victoria).

- Adherence with the requirements of Guidelines on the Design, Installation and Management Requirements

for Underground Petroleum Storage Systems (UPSS) (EPA, 2013). This is recommended to include, but not

be limited to, the selection of appropriate materials for USTs and associated infrastructure and the

installation and monitoring of a dedicated groundwater monitoring well network in the vicinity of the UPSS.

Should dewatering and disposal of groundwater inflow during the construction of deep underground

structures be required (e.g. during installation of UPSS) then advice be sought on the disposal of wastewater

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from the waterways and drainage authority (Melbourne Water) to understand permitting requirements for

disposal to surface waters. Alternatively, the wastewater could be collected and taken off-site for disposal to

a licensed facility.

5.5.5 Significance of impacts to soil and groundwater

No significant contamination issues were identified that would preclude the intended commercial use of the

subject site for the Costco MDP Project.

Controls for construction and the avoidance of impacts to soil and groundwater during the operations of the facility

would be managed by the CEMP and operational EMP. These actions are consistent with MAC’s objectives in

relation to soil and groundwater management of Moorabbin Airport as outlined in the Approved Environment

Strategy (2010).

5.6 Waste management and recycling

This section, examines the potential waste generated and impacts associated with the construction and operation

of the Costco MDP Project. It also examines the proposed waste minimisation and recycling measures to be

incorporated into the Costco MDP Project.

5.6.1 Background

MAC’s objectives in relation to the management of waste are outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy

(2010) as follows:

- Minimise the waste generated by MAC.

- Promote the re-use and/or recycling of waste by MAC and Airport tenants.

- Ensure that waste storage and handling does not pose environmental risks or a public health risk.

- Comply, and assist tenants to comply with EPA off-site disposal requirements (particularly for ‘prescribed

industrial waste’ as defined by the EPA).

- Comply with the Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997, Clause 3.08(e).

In addition, Costco are signatories to the Australian Packaging Covenant (APC) and are committed to achieving

the APC objectives of smarter packaging, less waste and cleaner Australia environment by focusing on three

performance goals: design, recycling and product stewardship. Costco have developed an Action Plan covering

their Australian operations for 2012 to 2016.


There are no existing land uses on the subject site that generate wastes.

In accordance with the Approved Environment Strategy (2010), MAC implements an environmental review which

incorporates the following waste management actions in relation to Airport contractors and tenants that are

relevant to the Costco MDP Project:

- Encouraging contractors and tenants to re-use and recycle waste where practicable.

- Assessing the storage and handling of wastes by tenants to determine whether appropriate controls are in

place to prevent air, water and/or soil pollution.

- Reviewing tenant documentation to verify compliance with EPA off-site disposal requirements.

- Reviewing EMPs prepared by construction companies that carry out works at the Airport.


Waste associated with construction and operation of the Costco MDP Project is expected to include:

- Construction waste such as solid inert wastes - spoil and rubble (e.g. concrete), building packaging and

container wastes, timber (e.g. pallets), building material offcuts, and vegetation material from site clearing.

- Retail waste such as packaging paper and cardboard, pallets, plastics, glass, and food waste.

- Hazardous and other waste (e.g. chemicals and waste chemical containers and tyres from tyre centre) from

construction activities (e.g., paints and adhesives).

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- Trade wastes (sewage and sullage from toilets, and washroom and cleaning facilities).

If not managed correctly, these wastes could result in litter, attract scavenging birds and other fauna, cause

pollution to land and stormwater, and potentially generate offsite odours. These issues create potential health

risks, create a potential risk to aircraft safety, or may be disposed of incorrectly (e.g. landfill not licensed to accept

certain waste streams) resulting in a breach of EPA requirements. Inattention to waste minimisation may also

contribute to an unnecessary and excessive use of natural resources.


Proposed mitigation and management measures are as follows:

- An assessment of proposed construction methodologies and design requirements (to reduce generation of

construction waste).

- Adopting best practice waste management techniques during construction, including waste segregation to

divert waste from landfill to recycling, where possible.

- In accordance with the AU Master Development Requirements (Costco Wholesale, 2013), cardboard and

tyres will be recycled during operations.

- Complying with EPA waste transport requirements for all prescribed wastes removed from site.

- All waste storage areas, bins and skips to be kept securely covered to prevent wind-blown waste and

scavenging.

- Regular reviews of waste storage, handling and disposal practices.

- Undertaking the actions outlined in the APC Action Plan including:

Review existing packaging of in house brands to avoid or minimise the use of materials and other

resources and to optimise recyclability and use of recycled material.

Review existing on site recovery systems for recycling of used packaging.

Monitor tonnes of recycled material removed from the site on an annual basis.

Optimising product stewardship by promoting collaboration with other APC signatories to improve

design and recycling of packaging.

Training and education of Costco employees and suppliers on Costco’s Action Plan objectives.

MAC will monitor whether there is effective waste management and waste minimisation in place (e.g., dedicated

waste disposal and recycling facilities), and strategies that minimise the potential for an environmental impact

(e.g., soil contamination). MAC will also monitor the implementation of waste management and waste

minimisation strategies outlined in the CEMP through site visits carried out by MAC, typically in conjunction with

the AEO.

Wastes generated from the operations of the Costco MDP Project on the subject site will be incorporated as part

of MAC’s environmental review process, which aims to encourage tenants and Airport facilities to prepare and

implement an inventory of waste chemicals stored and handled at each premises.

In addition, Costco are APC signatories and have developed an Action Plan which is reported on annually. This

plan will assist Costco minimise the generation of waste associated with their operations.

5.6.5 Significance of waste impacts

Controls to avoid and/or mitigate waste impacts are proposed for the Costco MDP Project through the project

CEMP and ongoing operational EMPs together with the APC Action Plan. It is concluded that the Costco MDP

Project will not cause significant waste related impacts to the environment and local community. Management

measures incorporated within the CEMP and operational EMP will be consistent with MAC’s objectives in relation

to waste management from Moorabbin Airport as outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

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5.7 Hazardous Materials

This section, examines potential hazardous materials related impacts associated with the construction and

operation of the Costco MDP Project.

5.7.1 Background

Some activities carried out at Moorabbin Airport require the use and storage of hazardous materials (i.e.

dangerous goods and/or hazardous substances), including chemicals, fuel and oil, that must be managed in

accordance with the relevant legislation to mitigate adverse impacts to the environment.

MAC’s objectives in relation to the management of dangerous and/or hazardous materials are outlined in the

Approved Environment Strategy (2010) as follows:

- Promote the appropriate storage and handling of hazardous materials.

- Comply and assist tenants to comply with the Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997, Clause

3.08.


There are no existing land uses on the subject site that require the use of hazardous materials or generate

hazardous waste.

In accordance with the Approved Environment Strategy (2010), MAC continues to assess hazardous materials

management at the Airport. For the Costco MDP Project, the program includes:

- Evaluating chemical registers to determine whether they reflect what is stored.

- Assessing whether there are incident and emergency response procedures in place.


Hazardous materials expected to be used during construction and operation of the Costco MDP Project include:

- Chemical products used for construction such as fuels, lubricants, paints, batteries.

- Chemicals and other hazard materials stored for sale at Costco including, cleaning products, solvents, and

batteries.

- Fuels stored and dispensed at the service station that forms part of the Costco MDP Project.

- Hazardous waste (e.g. chemicals and waste chemical containers) from construction materials (paints,

adhesives) and waste (i.e. used or obsolete) chemical-based products/materials from the retail warehouse.

Potential impacts associated with hazardous materials could arise from spills or the failure of bunding or other

forms of containment. Potential adverse environmental impacts could result such as the contamination of soil,

groundwater and surface water, and emission of pollutant gases to atmosphere.


The transport, storage, handling and disposal of hazardous goods must be conducted in accordance with relevant

guidelines and codes, which are outlined in MAC’s Legal and Other Requirements Register (a component of

MAC’s EMS).

Mitigation and management methods to manage hazardous materials include:

- Designing and operating fuel storage and dispensing facilities to minimise the potential for spills and to

enable containment of any spills such that soil and water is not polluted.

- Continual education in spills response and the appropriate storage and handling of hazardous materials.

- Eliminating or substituting hazardous materials where alternatives are available and practicable.

- Having appropriate emergency procedures in place.

Through the review of the CEMPs prepared by construction companies, MAC will assess if there are effective

hazardous materials storage and handling procedures in place that minimise the potential for an environmental

impact (e.g., soil and/or water contamination). MAC will also assess whether hazardous materials storage and

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handling procedures outlined in the CEMPs are being effectively implemented through site inspections carried out

by MAC and where appropriate, in conjunction with the AEO.

MAC will encourage Costco to carry out assessments on their facilities. MAC will also promote the adoption of

effective hazardous materials storage and handling procedures amongst these tenants by providing information

from sources such as WorkSafe Victoria, the Australian Safety and Compensation Council, Standards Australia

and industry organisations.

5.7.5 Significance of impacts from use of hazardous materials

Controls to avoid and/or mitigate potential environmental impacts from the storage and handling of hazardous

materials are common in the construction industry and in commercial retailing, and will be adopted on the Costco

MDP Project through the project CEMP and operational EMP. It is concluded that the storage and handling of

hazardous materials at the Costco MDP Project will not have significant impacts to the environment or local

community.

5.8 Flora and fauna

This section details the existing terrestrial flora and fauna on the subject site and outlines the potential impacts of

the proposed Costco MDP Project.

5.8.1 Background

MAC’s objectives in relation to flora and fauna outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010) are ‘to

maintain and enhance the Airport’s landscaped areas and where practicable, contribute to improving the

ecological value of such landscaped and other open areas’.

AECOM was engaged by MAC to undertake a flora and fauna assessment of the subject site and is detailed in

the AECOM report – Costco MDP Project - Flora and Fauna Assessment, AECOM, November 2013. The

assessment included a review of ecological databases, an aerial photograph, and the following Ecology Australia

reports:

- Moorabbin Airport – Survey for Significant Flora and Fauna Species. Prepared by Ecology Australia for the

Federal Airports Corporation, June 1998.

- Moorabbin Airport Re-assessment of Flora and Fauna Values. Prepared by Ecology Australia for Moorabbin

Airport Pty Ltd, April 2008.

A field inspection of the subject site was also undertaken to confirm the findings of the review and determine the

ecological values present within the site.

Upgrades to the MSD were not included in this assessment as these works will form part of an individual

approvals process. A land clearance permit for the drainage upgrade works has been issued by the relevant

authority, the Airport Building Controller.


The subject site was found to be highly disturbed and dominated by exotic vegetation, a reflection of the history of

intense land-use at the site. Overstorey vegetation was dominated by non-indigenous native and exotic species,

planted so as to define individual fairways and to provide visual amenity.

Sixty-six threatened fauna species have been identified within five kilometres of the development footprint as

recorded in Victoria’s Biodiversity Atlas. Of these species 10 are listed as being of conservation concern, 20 are

listed as marine and 19 as migratory under the EPBC Act, 28 are listed under the FFG Act and 54 are listed under

the Victorian Rare or Threatened Species (VROTS) Advisory List.

27 threatened flora species have been recorded within five kilometres of the development footprint. Of these

species five are listed under the EPBC Act, seven are listed under the FFG Act and all 27 are listed under the

VROTS Advisory List.

Based on the field inspection, it is unlikely that EPBC Act or FFG Act- listed species are present on the subject

site due to its heavily degraded and modified condition. No significant ecological communities, flora or fauna were

identified during the inspection. The species identified were found to be generally common in urban

environments, including the Silver Gull Chroicocephalus novaehollandiae, Indian Mynah Acridotheres tristis,

Australian Magpie Gymnorhina tibicen, Magpie Lark Grallina cyanoleuca and Flame Robin Petroica phoenicea.

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Magpie Lark is considered a marine species under the EPBC Act, however, this species is considered common

and habitat provided by the site is not considered essential to the species conservation. Overall fauna habitat

values provided by the development footprint were considered poor. No habitat considered likely to support

threatened species was identified.

Groundcover and mid-storey flora species were dominated by exotic and weed species. A number of planted

trees were also present and arranged in rows presumably to isolate each fairway and provide visual amenity. Tree

species present were made up entirely of non-indigenous and indigenous native species such as Swamp She-oak

Casuarina glauca, Blackwood Acacia melanoxylon, Lightwood Acacia implexa and Giant Honey-myrtle Melaleuca

armillaris subsp. armillaris. Giant Honey Myrtle is considered rare under VROTS Advisory list however the

development footprint is considered outside the natural range of the species and has been planted at the site. As

such, the presence of this tree is not considered significant.

A single Grey Box Eucalyptus microcarpa was also identified on the site. This species is considered indigenous to

the site, but has been planted for aesthetic or amenity purposes. Under Clause 52.17-6 of the Kingston City

Council Planning Scheme, it is exempt from the requirement for a permit to remove as it has been planted for

aesthetic or amenity purposes. This tree will be removed to facilitate the proposed development, and in

accordance with Clause 52.17, no offsets are required to be sourced for the removal of the tree as it is exempt

from requiring a permit for its removal.


Due to the highly modified nature of the Airport, encompassing the subject site, its development is considered to

have a negligible impact to regional ecological and environmental values. Despite the subject site offering some

habitat value to common species, the site did not offer suitable habitat conditions for identified terrestrial

threatened flora and fauna species with their presence considered unlikely. This is consistent with the findings of

past flora and fauna assessments.

The development of the subject site is considered unlikely to have any implications under the EPBC Act. Due to

the subject site’s designation as Commonwealth land, the proposed development is not subject to Victorian

legislation. This legislation has however been considered as MAC is cognisant of State legislation, in accordance

with MAC’s Environment Policy objectives and Approved Environment Strategy (2010). Legislation relevant in this

instance includes the Wildlife Act, CaLP Act, and the Framework as detailed below. No implications under the

FFG Act are anticipated.

In accordance with the Wildlife Act, any protected wildlife identified within vegetation proposed for clearing will

require salvage and translocation to a recipient location. As part of the future CEMP, the Contractor may consider

engaging a suitably qualified professional to undertake a pre-clearance survey of the subject site for any protected

wildlife.

Weeds identified to be present within the subject site included African Boxthorn Lycium ferocissimum. Consistent

with the requirements of the CaLP Act, MAC has a responsibility to control weeds within the subject site. As such

MAC will undertake steps to ensure weed control activities both prior and post proposed development works are

taken. Requirements will be included within the CEMP to control weeds and minimise potential impacts to flora

and fauna offsite.

The single Grey Box, although a remnant species, has been planted as a component of the landscaping works at

the site following the limited term leasing arrangement entered into between MAC and Kingston City Council to

operate the site as a public golf course. Under Clause 52.17-6 of the Kingston City Council Planning Scheme, it is

exempt from the requirement for a permit to remove, and as such, no offsets are required to be sourced to

compensate for its removal.


Due to the negligible impact of the development on flora and fauna, no mitigation measures are proposed.

MAC undertakes the following actions in accordance with the Approved Environment Strategy (2010):

- Bi-annual review of management procedures that maintain landscaped areas of the Airport.

- Ongoing consultation with the AEO and Airport Building Controller, to ensure landscaping information is

provided and implemented.

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- Publicly release details of progress made in flora, fauna and habitat management and update the

Environmental Site Register (that forms part of the Approved Environment Strategy (2010)) with regard to

any new landscaping works at the Airport.

5.8.5 Significance of impacts on flora and fauna

The assessment of the subject site and surrounding areas shows that the works are unlikely to cause a significant

impact on ecological values. Land clearing of the subject site and the ongoing operations of the site will not

impact on threatened species or native animal populations and not cause a decline in a population or threaten the

viability of species.

Based on the information collected as part of this assessment and the outcomes of the site visit, no EPBC Act

listed threatened flora or fauna species are considered to have a likelihood of occurrence within the subject site.

In addition, there are no implications to the development of the subject site in relation to the Victorian FFG Act.

Therefore, no identified flora and fauna issues will preclude the proposed use and development on the subject

site.

Should construction works at the subject site encounter any previously unidentified flora and fauna, mitigation

measures will be followed as outlined within the CEMP and adopted.

Site management during construction and operations should also mitigate potential impacts to the surrounding

environment in relation to flora and fauna, including measures to control the introduction or exacerbation of

invasive species (e.g. weeds). These actions are consistent with MAC’s objectives in relation to the management

of flora and fauna within Moorabbin Airport as outlined in the Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

5.9 Heritage

This section examines the Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal heritage values of the subject site and potential impacts.

5.9.1 Background

Moorabbin Airport is located on Commonwealth land, and subject to Commonwealth legislation, namely the EPBC

Act and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984 which aim to protect sites or places of

national cultural heritage significance.

Although Victorian heritage legislation does not strictly apply to the subject site, MAC in its investigations of

previous heritage assessments undertaken across Moorabbin Airport are cognisant of relevant Victorian State

heritage legislation.

MAC had previously engaged Biosis Research in 1998 to conduct an archaeological survey and cultural heritage

assessment of Moorabbin Airport which was reported in the Biosis Report: Archaeological Survey of Moorabbin

Airport, September 1998. The assessment concluded that there were no legislative implications pertaining to

cultural heritage for any development at the Airport, including the proposed subject site.

Biosis Research was again engaged in 2008 to prepare an updated cultural heritage assessment and detailed

findings in the report: Update of Cultural Heritage Assessment for Moorabbin Airport, Victoria, February, 2008.

This updated report comprised a review of the previous Biosis Research 1998 assessment of the Moorabbin

Airport land against the management requirements of the Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006. A brief

background research on the area’s history and a site inspection for ground truthing was also undertaken.


The previous Biosis Research surveys (1998 and 2008) identified that no European or Aboriginal sites or places

of cultural heritage significance have been recorded at Moorabbin Airport or in the immediate vicinity.


The subject site has undergone a high level of ground disturbance as a result of previous land uses. Based on

the findings of previous surveys the Costco MDP Project is unlikely to have a significant impact on Aboriginal and

non-aboriginal heritage values.


Based on the findings of the cultural and archaeological assessments undertaken, Biosis Research (2008 pg.16),

recommended that “no further archaeological or cultural heritage assessment is considered necessary in relation

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to the development of the development site” and concludes that “under current legislation in Victorian, there is no

mandatory requirement to incorporate management measures for Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal heritage values

within the management plan or Approved Master Plan (2010) for the Moorabbin Airport”.

Further, as the Moorabbin Airport is on Commonwealth land, and therefore not subject to Victorian legislation,

there would not be any requirement for archaeological or cultural assessments under the Victorian Heritage Act

1995 or Planning and Environment Act 1987.

Even given this, contingency measures will be included in the Costco MDP Project’s CEMP in the event of any

heritage, such as artefacts, being uncovered during construction. This would include measures such as having

work cease immediately and MAC to advise the AEO in accordance with Part 4 Division 2 of the Airports

Regulations. In these circumstances, expert advice would be required and the management of these findings

addressed in accordance within the CEMP.

5.9.5 Significance of impacts to heritage values

According to Biosis Research (2008 pg. 16) “all of Moorabbin Airport is considered to be so extensively disturbed

by past land practices that whatever cultural heritage that may have once existed has been destroyed”. Based on

the findings of the Biosis Research (2008) report, the development of the Costco MDP Project is unlikely to impact

on Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal heritage values. However, that contingency measures will be incorporated into

the Costco MDP Project’s CEMP in the event of any heritage, such as artefacts, being uncovered during

construction.

5.10 Ecologically Sustainable Design

This section addresses the Ecologically Sustainable Design (ESD) principles and initiatives of the Costco MDP

Project that will provide net benefits to the construction and operations of the development. It examines proposed

ESD outcomes in terms of water, energy and waste minimisation and discusses relevant aspects of climate

change in regards to energy efficiency and reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

AECOM was engaged by MAC to prepare a report on ESD. This section is based on the AECOM Report –

Ecologically Sustainable Design Costco Major Development Plan, December 2013.

The proposed ESD initiatives are consistent with the requirements set out in the Approved Master Plan (2010)

and Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

5.10.1 Background

MAC is committed to promoting and implementing the principles of ESD as outlined in the Approved Master Plan

(2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010). The Approved Master Plan (2010) states that “All building and

engineering works should promote the more efficient use of resources and energy efficiency. Buildings should

demonstrate the application of Ecologically Sustainable Design”.

The overall objective of implementing ESD principles across the airport where applicable, as outlined in the

Approved Master Plan (2010), is ...a reduction in net impacts both on the site and to the surrounding region. The

Approved Master Plan (2010) also notes that climate change is an important environmental aspect, both locally

and globally. In accordance with the Approved Master Plan (2010), MAC will develop initiatives to assess and

manage its impact with regard to climate change associated with implementing proposals for specific projects.

MAC’s objectives in relation to ecological sustainability and climate change are outlined in the Approved

Environment Strategy (2010) as follows:

- Assess its use of energy and resources (including water).

- Efficiently use energy and resources at the Airport.

- Promote energy and resource saving strategies.

- Comply with the Airports (Environment Protection) Regulations 1997, Clause 3.08 (f,g).

These objectives for embodying ESD principles and addressing climate change are in-line with MAC’s overall

sustainability objective of “encourage land use and development which is safe, efficient, flexible and

environmentally sustainable”.

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5.10.2 Overview

There are a number of ESD considerations to be addressed during the detailed design phase of the Costco MDP

Project.

The Approved Master Plan (2010) outlines the requirement for an ESD assessment at the design phase to ensure

maximum energy and resource efficiency of proposed development, with consideration to the following options

and opportunities:

- energy efficiency,

- natural ventilation,

- building orientation,

- glazing and sun shading elements,

- use of recycled materials,

- water harvesting and reuse, and

- Internal traffic flow and occupant interaction.

In keeping with the requirements of the Approved Master Plan (2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010),

MAC also recognises ESD considerations within the Kingston City Council Strategic Plan, in the Kingston

Planning Scheme and other notable industry codes/guides referenced in relation to ESD. Costco also has its own

guidelines – the AU Master Development Requirements (Costco Wholesale, 2013) – to define the minimum

requirements for all of the company’s warehouse developments in Australia. The relevance of the Council

Strategic Plan, Planning Scheme, Costco guidelines and other industry codes/guides, and MAC’s intent in relation

to these for the Costco MDP Project are discussed as follows.

Kingston Council Plan and Planning Scheme

The Kingston City Council Plan 2009 – 2013 articulates Council’s direction and priorities under specific outcome

areas, including sustainability objectives. In addition, the State Planning Policy Framework, Clause 11 of the

Kingston Planning Scheme states:

Planning is to recognise the need for, and as far as practicable contribute towards:

- energy efficiency

- prevention of pollution to land, water and air, and

- land use and transport integration.

The ESD approach undertaken for the Costco MDP Project by MAC aligns with and supports Council’s strategic

ESD direction outlined within the Council Plan and local planning policy.

National Construction Code

In 2012, the Australian Building Codes Board amalgamated the Building Code Australia (BCA) and Plumbing

Code of Australia (PCA) into a single code now known as National Construction Code (NCC).

The objective of NCC BCA Volume 1, Section J is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the

energy consumption of buildings. This is achieved through thermally efficient building envelopes and energy

efficient building services.

The Costco MDP Project will comply with the requirements of NCC BCA Volume 1, Section J, and where

possible, exceed the requirements to ensure that sustainable solutions are achieved which are representative of

industry best practice.

Green Star and NABERS

Two voluntary environmental rating schemes are in common use across Australia:

- Green Star is administered by the national, not-for-profit organisation Green Building Council of Australia

(GBCA) providing a holistic environmental performance tool that rates the design and construction (but not

operation) of a range of environmental attributes of a building.

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- National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS) rates the actual operational

performance of a building with respect to specific areas such as energy and water.

A rating using these tools cannot be pursued as there is no applicable tool for the type of retail development being

proposed (the NABERS retail rating tool is only applicable to enclosed mall-type shopping centres, rather than

large plate developments such as the one being proposed). However, elements of both the Green Star and

NABERS schemes such as the framework and benchmarks set within these sustainability rating tools have and

will continue to be used to inform the design process to ensure the key sustainability principles from these tools

are integrated throughout the final design.

Costco Wholesale Development Requirements

The AU Master Development Requirements (Costco Wholesale, 2013) were developed by Costco to define the

minimum requirements for all of the company’s warehouse developments in Australia. The document provides

guidelines for site-wide design considerations, but does not define requirements for building services within the

warehouse buildings.

The Development Requirements include a number of ESD principles with a focus on the impact of the

development on local ecosystems. The key ESD requirements for Costco developments are as follows:

- Detention and retention of stormwater from the site will be designed to prevent damage to downstream

stormwater systems.

- Treatment of stormwater discharge, particularly from car park and car refuelling areas, to meet the

requirements of local environmental authorities.

- Development of an environmental protection plan for the underground petroleum storage system, including

pollution protection equipment and loss monitoring procedures.

- Installation of landscaping around the site and within car park areas, using low water use plantings, minimal

lawn areas and a water conserving irrigation system.

- Provision of recycling storage and collection facilities for cardboard and used tyres.

In 2009, Costco’s internal Corporate Sustainability and Energy Group released the Corporate Sustainability

Report. The report outlines further ESD principles implemented by Costco across their stores globally. Key

initiatives include:

- Steel containing recycled content used for the external metal cladding.

- Skylights cover 4-6% of the total roof area of each warehouse, to reduce electricity consumption from

lighting.

- Implementation of energy management systems to optimise energy consumption.

- Water efficient fixtures and fittings, including tapware and toilets.

- Implementation of leak monitoring, vapour recovery systems and spill clean-up solutions at Costco fuel

stations.


The early development of the concept for the proposed development identified that the future land uses could

have potential impacts on energy use, waste management, biodiversity, transport and contamination to air, water

and land. The early identification of these potential issues has resulted in the development of ESD principles to

guide the future development and operation of the proposed development.

5.10.4 Proposed ESD initiatives

In accordance with the key ESD principles, practical design initiatives have been identified for the Costco MDP

Project to deliver improved environmental outcomes. Table 3 summarises the key ESD initiatives that will be

considered in the detailed design phase of the development.

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Table 3 ESD Initiatives

ESD Principle Initiatives

Biodiversity

and land use

Water sensitive urban design (WSUD) principles will be implemented in accordance with

Melbourne Water WSUD Guidelines through the use of bio-swales and stormwater detention

basins. This includes the use of a sediment and erosion control plan during construction. The

landscape design will protect and enhance the local biodiversity through the planting of

indigenous vegetation. This in combination with WSUD initiatives will work in concert to

improve the biodiversity of the site.

The stormwater drainage system will be designed to prevent damage to downstream

stormwater systems. The peak flows will be reduced by detention off site via the realigned

MSD retarding basin.

Coupled with the ample provision of waste bins for patrons, dedicated and easily accessible

areas for the collection and storage of materials for recycling will be provided for cardboard

and used tyres. Light pollution from the development to surrounding areas and the night sky

will be minimised to reduce interference with the local habitat (particularly nocturnal

creatures), neighbouring properties and aircraft operations.

An environmental protection plan will be developed for the underground petroleum storage

system. The plan will include loss monitoring procedures, an incident management procedure

and a maintenance schedule to minimise groundwater contamination.

Water efficiency

Water efficient fittings and fixtures will be installed to reduce potable water demand and

reduce the capacity requirements of sewerage processing plants. All heated water pipework

will be insulated.

Native, low water use plants will be selected for landscaping to minimise water consumption.

Energy efficiency

- Skylights cover 4 – 6 % of the total roof area of each warehouse, to reduce electricity

consumption form lighting.

- High performance insulation products will be incorporated.

- All building fabric elements and building services will be sealed to minimise heat losses.

- High performance glazing will be provided. This will improve internal comfort conditions

and reduce the load on the mechanical heating and cooling plant.

Electrical

Design

Initiatives

- The lighting design will maximise energy efficiency (15 W/m2) by avoiding over-lighting of

the warehouse.

- Motion sensor control will be provided to appropriate spaces that are infrequently

occupied (i.e. cleaner’s rooms, amenities and other back-of-house areas). This will

ensure that lighting is only activated when spaces are occupied.

- Internal lighting will include a combination of T5 and high intensity discharge metal

halides, and LEDs. Car park lighting will be provided with LED streetlights, and external

sign lighting will be provided with LED wall luminaires.

- Functional switching will be provided to ensure that lights can be activated in occupied

zones only. This ensures greater control over lighting energy as lighting is activated only

where required.

- Extensive energy metering will be installed and connected to the BMS to ensure there is

an understanding of where energy is used in the facility, and to inform energy reduction

strategies.

- Daylight sensors and daylight dimming control will be installed in any areas where roof

lights/skylights are to be installed. Three photoelectric cells will be provided in the

warehouse, and each sensor will switch lighting in their relevant zone. This will reduce

the artificial lighting energy use to these areas.

- External lighting will be switched off in the late evenings when there is sufficient daylight

present.

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ESD Principle Initiatives

Mechanical

Design

Initiatives

- The rooftop air cooled packaged air conditioners serving the retails sales floor will be

provided with economy control to reduce electricity consumption. When the outside

weather conditions are appropriate, the air conditioning units will provide an increased

quantity of fresh outside air for the purposes of free cooling.

- The air conditioning systems serving the retail sales floor will incorporate demand-based

ventilation to reduce the quantity of outside air when the occupancy in the store is less

than the design occupancy. Carbon dioxide sensors will be installed to monitor the level

of carbon dioxide in the store. Information from the carbon dioxide sensors will

automatically vary the outside air provided to the store.

- All mechanical services will be controlled and monitored by a BMS with automatic control

to maximise operational efficiency of the plant and equipment. This will be incorporated

into an Energy Management Systems to optimise energy consumption.

- Refrigerants to have zero ozone depleting potential (ODP) to avoid damage to the

earth’s stratospheric ozone layer.

- The mechanical plant will be designed to be energy efficient.

- Thermal and functional zoning of the air conditioning system will enable the system to

respond to the varying uses of different spaces. Zoning will also enable individual zones

to be switched off when unoccupied.

Transport

Bicycle parks will be provided for patrons and staff. Cycling benefits the environment by

reducing greenhouse gas emissions from the transport sector, but also reduces road

congestion and provides substantial health benefits to the cyclists. The site is located along

popular cycling routes

Materials and Resources

- The stormwater drainage and siphonic roof drainage systems will use alternative

products to PVC with reduced environmental impact in their manufacture. HDPE

pipework and fittings will be used for the siphonic system, while uPVC will be provided

for gravity drainage. The proposal for an infill development will make use of existing off-

site infrastructure including; roads, water, sewer and power supply. This prevents the

need for infrastructure to be developed throughout an undeveloped greenfield site.

- Materials with a recycled content, such as steel, will be selected where possible. This will

significantly reduce the embodied energy associated with the construction of the facility

5.10.5 Summary of ESD impacts

The ESD response adopted by MAC for the Costco MDP Project represents a genuine and significant

commitment for MAC. While future land uses have the potential to impact on energy use, waste management,

biodiversity, transport and contamination to air, water and land, early identification of these potential issues has

resulted in the development of ESD principles to guide the future development and operation of the proposed

development. The ESD focus areas for the development and the associated initiatives embody the environmental

requirements as outlined in the Approved Master Plan (2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

MAC has also committed to undertaking long term water conservation and re-use measures using the principles

of WSUD, which addresses issues of water consumption, water recycling, waste minimisation and environment

protection.

5.11 People and communities

This section addresses the potential impacts on people and communities in relation to the Costco MDP Project.

A social impact assessment for the Costco MDP Project was commissioned by MAC Social Impact Assessment

Costco MDP Project, Environmental Affairs, February 2014 (SIA). The potential for impacts with regard to people

and communities by the Costco MDP Project has been sourced from the SIA.

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5.11.1 Background

The objectives for the use and development of Moorabbin Airport are set out in the Approved Master Plan (2010)

and Approved Environment Strategy (2010). MAC’s vision for the Airport is:

To continue to develop an efficient and fully functioning Airport of Regional and State significance,

supported and enhanced by quality land use, which will significantly contribute to and improve and

support the operation and growth of the airport and the economic and social base of south eastern

metropolitan Melbourne, particularly its local community.

Objectives that will provide a framework for implementation of the Approved Master Plan (2010) that are directly

relevant to the local and regional community are:

- To encourage land use and development which is safe, efficient, flexible and environmentally sustainable.

- To provide services and facilities for the growing employee population at the airport.

- To provide activities and services, including office, industrial, retail and commercial/business uses.

- Support and enhance the south east regional economy and community.

- To strengthen the range of existing uses and compatibility of these and new land uses.

- To recognise the role of the Australian National Aviation Museum to the Moorabbin Airport, the local

community and the State of Victoria.

- To support land use which, other than for Moorabbin Airport, could not generally be developed within the

wider Kingston region.

- To maximise the opportunity presented by the airport precincts’ excellent access to the surrounding road

network and proximity to a strong (and growing) labour force to improve the supply of local employment

opportunities.


Data on the residential areas in proximity to Moorabbin Airport suggest that they are well established with a

population that, in a number of respects, is similar to metropolitan averages but with slightly higher economic

status related to an older age structure and a largely ‘white collar’ workforce. In terms of household incomes, the

City of Kingston is slightly less affluent than metropolitan Melbourne overall.

The most recent unemployment levels for the City of Kingston (northern portion) are higher than the State and

metropolitan average and have increased over recent years.


The SIA identified potential beneficial and adverse impacts. Beneficial impacts from the proposed development

identified in the SIA include:

- Generation of additional jobs. During construction it is estimated there will be approximately 80 direct jobs

and 130 indirect or flow on jobs. During operation the Costco MDP Project will generate 375 jobs, 175 of

these will be full time and 200 will be part time or casual jobs.

- Improved access to a different retail offering, for residents in the local area as well as for the workforce on or

near Moorabbin Airport.

- Implementation of various measures in the design of the Costco MDP Project that would support longer term

improvements in active transport networks.

Potential adverse impacts from the proposed development include:

- Community concerns about ongoing airport operations, by some stakeholders (such as City of Kingston)

with concerns about ongoing aviation operations and further non-aviation development taking place on

leased airport land and a perceived lack of alignment between the proposed works and State and Local

planning policy. There may also be community concerns about increasing the presence of large numbers of

people close to aviation activity areas.

- Concerns about flow-on effects of the Costco MDP Project including concerns around a negative impact on

local shopping centres and possible social effects of any additional ground traffic generated by the project.

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A detailed economic report looking at the likely economic impacts found that the introduction of Costco at

Moorabbin Airport will not generate any significant disruption in the operation of the retail hierarchy serving

the region.

Section 5.12 discussed the likely traffic impacts of the proposed development.

- Concerns about an additional liquor outlet, based on perceptions that there are already sufficient liquor

outlets and/or additional liquor outlets would not be consistent with the harm minimisation objectives of liquor

control policy in Victoria.

The proposed location of the liquor outlet is relatively remote from any residential areas, and it is not

anticipated that any objections could be sustained under the Liquor Control Reform Act 1997 (Vic).

Additionally, it is concluded that an assessment of the cumulative impacts of the proposed liquor outlet under

the local planning laws would not be required.

5.11.4 Mitigation measures to adverse impacts

The following actions are proposed in order to mitigate and manage potential adverse community impacts:

- MAC will provide timely and comprehensive information about the planning for, and subsequently, the

operation of the proposed Costco MDP Project.

- MAC will be responsive to community inquiries about the proposed development as well as providing

relevant information at meetings of the Moorabbin Airport Community Aviation Consultative Group (CACG).

5.11.5 Summary of impacts on people and communities

The overall conclusion of the SIA is that the construction and operation of the proposed Costco MDP Project is

likely to result in a number of social benefits for the local and regional area – particularly related to the increase in

the availability and accessibility of a wider retail offering and increased job opportunities – particularly operational

jobs that are part time and/or with flexible hours.

It is considered that possible perceptions or concerns about aspects of the proposed Costco MDP Project are

largely unfounded. This is because it is anticipated that there would be few, if any, adverse impacts of the

proposed Costco MDP Project that could adversely affect local or community members such as traffic or

economic impacts on local shopping centres. The proposed mitigation measures, when implemented, are

expected to be effective in ameliorating any potential adverse impacts.

5.12 Traffic

This section addresses the potential traffic impact on people and communities in relation to the Costco MDP

Project. An assessment of the traffic and transport conditions and the associated potential impacts from the

Costco MDP Project is guided by the development of an Integrated Transport Plan. The Costco MDP

Development - Integrated Transport Plan, GTA Consultants (ITP) addresses all transport network users and

modes of transport for the proposed development. A Traffic Impact Assessment was also commissioned by MAC,

Costco MDP Development - Traffic Impact Assessment, GTA Consultants (TIA). This section is based on the

content of the ITP and TIA.

5.12.1 Background

The Approved Master Plan (2010) outlines a number of objectives that are relevant to the transport aspects of the

Costco MDP Project:

- To encourage land use and development which is safe, efficient, flexible and environmentally sustainable.

- To provide services and facilities for the growing employee population at the Airport.

- To maximize the opportunity presented by the airport precincts’ excellent access to the surrounding road

network and proximity to a strong (and growing) labour force to improve the supply of local employment

opportunities.

- To encourage development to provide strong pedestrian linkages to the Principal Public Transport Network.

- To encourage journey to work opportunities via the Principal Public Transport Network along Centre

Dandenong Road.

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Road network

Moorabbin Airport is conveniently located near major transport routes and services. There are three arterial roads

(VicRoads controlled) adjoining the subject site, Centre Dandenong Road, Boundary Road and Lower Dandenong

Road.

Centre Dandenong Road travels in an east-west direction and is a four lane, two-way road divided by a median

strip. This road carries approximately 28,000 vehicles per weekday. Boundary Road is a two-way median divided

road aligned in a north-south direction. The road has six-lanes (three lanes in each direction) and carries

approximately 34,000 vehicles per weekday. Lower Dandenong Road travels in an east-west direction and is a

four lane, two way median divided road carrying approximately 34,400 vehicles per weekday.

There is excellent access from the Airport via the arterial road network to nearby freeways, including the Nepean,

Monash and Frankston Freeways and Eastlink. Directly to the east of the Airport is the future Dingley Bypass

reservation, which will connect to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway extension. The surrounding network of

freeways provides strong connections between Moorabbin Airport, the south-east region and the rest of

Melbourne.

VicRoads expects to commence construction for the proposed Dingley Bypass in 2014. This 6.4km road

connecting from Warrigal Road, Moorabbin to Westall Road, Dingley Village will complete the fully divided 19km

road link between Moorabbin and Dandenong South. The Dingley Bypass is anticipated to carry approximately

45,000 vehicles a day

Public transport network

Moorabbin Airport is located on the Principal Public Transport Network (PPTN) and includes rail and bus

transport. The area is serviced by the Frankston and Dandenong rail lines radiating from the centre of Melbourne.

Two bus routes (routes 705 and 828) currently operate in the vicinity of the site. Route 705 operates along

Boundary Road and Route 828 operates along Centre Dandenong Road. The latter is the main public transport

route that connects Dandenong, via Moorabbin Airport, to Southland. Access to the nearest bus stops for these

services is as follows:

- Route 828 stops are located approximately 200 metres west of the site or 150 metres east of the site on

Centre Dandenong Road.

- Route 705 south bound services can be accessed by a stop directly opposite the site on Boundary Road,

while north bound services are accessed by stops approximately 100 metres north of the site on Boundary

Road or 100 metres south-east of the site on Garden Boulevard.

As outlined in the Approved Master Plan (2010), MAC will seek to improve bus access to the Airport to serve

growing retail, commercial and industrial uses.

Cycling and walking

The area is serviced by existing pedestrian and cycle paths. As part of the Principal Bicycle Network (PBN), which

is currently under review by VicRoads, a future on road bicycle path is proposed along Centre Dandenong Road.

Centre Dandenong Road already has an existing 2.5 metre wide shared path on the south side, which runs along

the northern boundary of the Moorabbin Airport land. The shared path continues eastwards to the existing

residential area of Dingley.

Current bicycle access to the site is via the shared path on Centre Dandenong Road, or via the shared path on

Lower Dandenong Road.

Existing pedestrian paths are located at Boundary Road (partially eastern side only) and Centre Dandenong Road (southern side only) and Lower Dandenong Road (typically on northern and southern sides).


The Traffic Impact Assessment and Integrated Transport Plan (GTA Consultants) assessed the likely traffic

impacts of the proposed retail development in detail.

The Costco warehouse is expected to generate 525 vehicle movements during the weekday PM peak hour and

946 vehicle movements during the Saturday midday peak hour.

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The traffic impact analysis presented by GTA found that the majority of the existing road network assessed will be

capable of accommodating the anticipated peak hour traffic volumes form the Costco warehouse. Road

infrastructure improvements are proposed at the Boundary Road / Centre Dandenong Road signalised

intersection that will mitigate the impact of the Costco warehouse traffic at this location.

It was further concluded that the proposed Costco warehouse access arrangements and the proposed Boundary

Road / Chifley Drive extension signalised intersection will operate satisfactorily ten years post development.

The Costco MDP Project is not anticipated to have a measurable impact on the travel times for buses along

Boundary Road and Centre Dandenong Road.

5.12.4 Mitigation measures to adverse impacts

The Costco MDP Project includes a number of design features and elements that demonstrate a proactive

response to sustainable and active transport integration. Although the subject site and its uses are likely to be

predominantly accessed by private motor vehicle in the near future, the development provides:

- a good level of connectivity and facilities for sustainable and active transport users immediately post

development, and

- a sound basis for longer term improvements to the surrounding public and active transport networks, to

enable the development to capitalise on future mode shifts.

A Working Group (post occupancy) is recommended to be established to implement identified ITP actions. The

proposed development is well placed to grow the mode share of sustainable and active travel modes in the future.

Based on the key actions identified in the ITP, the Costco MDP Project will undertake the following measures to

mitigate potential impacts:

- Construct new footpaths along the extension of Chifley Drive to provide a pedestrian link to the existing 828

bus stop in Redwood Gardens.

- Provide visitor bicycle parking near building entrances.

- Provide staff bicycle parking, shower and change facilities.

- Undertake monitoring, review and adaptive measures as required (post occupancy).

Construction works will be subject to a Traffic Management Plan that will be required as part of the CEMP.

5.12.5 Summary of traffic impacts on people and communities

The traffic and transport assessments for the Costco MDP Project have identified that there is an excellent

network for all modes of transport connecting to the site and that the proposal is well placed to grow the mode

share of sustainable and active travel modes in the future.

The works proposed at the Boundary Road/Centre Dandenong Road signalised intersection, will be capable of

satisfactorily accommodating the estimated peak hour traffic volumes from the proposed development.

The proposed development implements a number of design features and elements that demonstrate a proactive

response to sustainable and active transport integration. The Integrated Transport Plan addresses and

implements integrated transport requirements for the design, construction and operational phases of the Costco

MDP Project. It provides a tool for ongoing benchmarking, review and future adaptive measures, (if required). The

needs of pedestrians and cyclists are planned for and encouraged by the Costco MDP Project.

The proposed development, from a transport perspective, appropriately addresses State and local policies and

standards in its implementation.

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6.0 Summary of environmental impact findings

This Environment Summary Report summarises the evaluation of potential environmental impacts associated with

the Costco MDP Project. Environmental management for the subject site is governed by MAC under the

environmental framework of the Approved Master Plan (2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010),

implemented through the MAC EMS and flows through to the MAC EMP.

The evaluation of potential environmental impacts was undertaken by addressing legislative requirements under

the mandatory requirements of Commonwealth law, while being cognisant of relevant State and local

environmental legislation and guidelines. Potential environmental impacts were investigated in relation to air

quality, noise, soil and groundwater, surface water, waste management, hazardous materials, flora and fauna,

and cultural heritage.

The evaluation of these potential environment impacts found that:

- The potential for causing environmental pollution can be appropriately mitigated with regards to air quality

and surface water quality.

- Noise analysis indicated that the potential noise emanating from the operations of the combined retail

facilities can comply with noise limits.

- No further acoustic treatment is required to limit aircraft noise.

- Soil and groundwater conditions will not prohibit the development of a retail facility.

- Appropriate management measures will be adopted to mitigate against general waste and hazardous

materials and wastes potentially causing on or offsite impacts.

- No matters of ecological or cultural significance were identified at the subject site.

- The ESD initiatives proposed for the development are consistent with the requirements of the Approved

Master Plan (2010) and Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

- The subject site is readily accommodated on the local and regional transport network, and has excellent

access to trunk road networks, and will take advantage of existing public transport services (it is located on

the PPTN) and will add to the demand and viability of those services.

In particular, the assessment addressed specific requirements under Sections 89 (m), (n) and (na) of the Airports

Act 1996. From this assessment it was determined that the Costco MDP Project, subject to the practical

implementation of appropriate management and mitigation measures:

- Will not have a significant environmental or ecological impact.

- Will not affect an area identified as environmentally significant the Approved Environment Strategy (2010)

indicates that there are no such areas on the Airport.

This Environment Summary Report has identified a series of mitigation and management measures to further

reduce or avoid the potential for environmental impacts to occur. These mitigation and management measures

will be incorporated, where applicable into:

- Requirements for contractors to address through CEMPs associated will construction activity on the subject

site.

- Requirements for MAC to monitor construction works at the subject site in accordance with commitments

under the Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

- Requirements for MAC in conjunction with Costco (as Airport tenants) in the ongoing environmental

management of the operations at the subject site, being in accordance with the processes and procedures of

the MAC EMS and EMP, and the achievement of objectives of the Approved Environment Strategy (2010).

In reporting on its environmental performance, MAC provides an Annual Environment Report to the Department of

Infrastructure and Regional Development updating the Moorabbin Airport Site Environmental Register. This

annual reporting process indicates how MAC has performed in meeting its Approved Environment Strategy (2010)

requirements, and lists any pollution incidents and/or contraventions of the Airport Regulations.

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7.0 References

- AECOM Australia Pty Ltd, Costco Major Development Plan Project, Desktop Cultural Heritage Report,

November 2013

- AECOM Australia Pty Ltd, Environmental Noise Assessment, Costco Major Development Plan Project,

December 2013

- AECOM Australia Pty Ltd, Ecologically Sustainable Design, Costco Major Development Plan Project,

December 2013

- AECOM Australia Pty Ltd, Flora and Fauna Assessment, Costco Major Development Plan Project,

November 2013

- Biosis Research, Archaeological Survey of Moorabbin Airport, September 1998

- Biosis Research, Update of Cultural Heritage Assessment for Moorabbin Airport, Victoria, February 2008

- Costco Wholesale, Au Master Development Requirements, Version 02, May 2013

- DNRE 2002, Victoria’s Native Vegetation Management: A Framework for Action, Department of Natural

Resources and Environment, East Melbourne, Victoria

- Environmental Affairs, Social Impact Assessment Costco MDP Project, February 2014

- GHD, Costco Major Development Plan Project, Moorabbin Airport, Civil Engineering Report, November 2013

- GTA, Integrated Transport Plan, Costco MDP Project, February 2014

- GTA, Transport Impact Assessment, Costco MDP Project, February 2014

- Melbourne Water, WSUD Engineering Procedures: Stormwater. 2005

- Moorabbin Airport Corporation, Melbourne Water- Mordialloc Settlement Drain Sediment Assessment,

Moorabbin Airport, 2009

- Moorabbin Airport Corporation, Stormwater Quality Assessment, Moorabbin Airport, 2010

- Moorabbin Airport Corporation Pty Ltd, Moorabbin Airport Environment Strategy, 2010

- Senversa, Soil Contamination and Groundwater Review, November 2013

- Standards Australia, Australian Standard Acoustics – Aircraft noise intrusion – Building siting and

construction (AS 2021), 2000

- Wood & Grieve Engineers, Infrastructure Services Costco Warehouse MDP Project. October 2013

Documents

Environment Summary Report - Moorabbin Airport