The Objectives of The Ranelagh Residents’ Association

In accordance with our Articles of Association our Objectives are as follows (revised & adopted at 2016 AGM) :-

1. To prevent the development of closer density housing and any further commercial development. “Closer density housing” being defined as: Group Housing, Cluster Housing, Town Houses, Retirement Villages, Units and Flats.

2. To ensure the principle of “one block-one residence” is strictly observed.

3. To protect and conserve individual features of the original subdivision pattern

and estate layout which express the garden suburb principles and values that

informed the Estate’s design.

4. To ensure that any further development respects the natural features and

environment of the Estate as planned by Walter Burley Griffin.

5. To liaise with, and have communication with, the Mornington Peninsula Shire

Council or any other appropriate body in all matters affecting the Ranelagh

Estate and surrounds to assist in this aim of furthering the RRA’s objectives.

6. To undertake activities to promote, recognize and conserve the significant heritage values of the Ranelagh Estate in a way that respects the full range of values with specific reference to the recommendations described in the Ranelagh Estate Conservation Management Plan July 2009.