Port Albert Water Tower Public Toilet Replacement Project
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Public toilet replacement
Wellington Shire Council will replace the existing public toilet, located at the Port Albert Water Tower with funding provided by the Federal Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.
Council is seeking community feedback on the preferred facade design of the new toilet block - more information below.
Please vote here
Background
Constructed more than 30 years ago, the current public toilets at Port Albert's Water Tower has reached the end of its useful life and is need of replacement to ensure that it meets design and accessibility standards. The public toilet replacement project will replace the aged facility, improve accessibility and public safety.
The replacement public toilets will be constructed on the same site and will be orientated towards the boardwalk and water to block inclement weather, while improving access from the nearby car park and for pedestrians using the boardwalk. A new path will be constructed, improving accessibility between the board walk and car parking facilities. Additional seating and minor landscaping will be included in the project.
The current facility has six separate cubicles (three female, two male and disabled) and a common area urinal. The common area within the toilet is no longer appropriate and creates a safety concern for users. The replacement facility has been designed to address safety risks by having all cubicles opening to the active area. The floor plan below is in line with other major visitation precincts with seven cubicles (three female, three male and one disabled) planned for the replacement.
The current toilet block and site:
Proposed site plan:
Proposed floor layout:
Concepts
Following a site assessment and inspections of similar facilities, architects developed the following facade design options for the community to decide.
OPTION 1 – Contemporary Style
Designer's notes
- Skillion roof - allowing increased light and improved ventilation
- Weatherboard look - durable compressed sheet cladding
- Blockwork feature wall - to provide a contrasting material to the weatherboard cladding to withstand the southerly weather
OPTION 2 – Beach Style
Designer's notes
- Bathing box style – designed to tie in with the coastal location and heritage style
- Weatherboard look - durable compressed sheet cladding to provide a weatherboard look
- Rock feature wall - to provide a contrasting material to the weatherboard cladding and to tie in with the sea-wall
How to have your say
Council is seeking your input to determining the style of facade to replace the existing public toilet facility at the Port Albert water tower. Simply open the survey here to view the two options, select which facade you would prefer and fill in the short survey to have your vote count. The most popular facade will be constructed later this year. VOTING WILL CLOSE ON FRIDAY 3 SEPTEMBER 2021.
Should you have any questions in relation to the Public Toilet Replacement Project – Port Albert Water Tower, please feel free to contact Council’s Open Space Planner on 1300 366 244 or via email to enquiries@wellington.vic.gov.au.
What happens next?
Once voting for the preferred facade closes on Friday 3 September 2021, we will collate the results and progress the project to a detailed design. The detailed design will then be put out to public tender, before construction will commence later in the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cleaning regime?
The public toilets at the water tower in Port Albert are cleaned daily. Spot inspections are carried out to ensure standards are met by contractors engaged in the cleaning.
How did you determine the number of cubicles?
When assessing the replacement, consideration was given to the number of cubicles at regional open spaces, as well as other coastal communities. It was determined that the number of cubicles proposed would appropriately service the location.
