City of Stirling Buildings Asset Managment Plan 2018 - 2028

Political change Changes to higher spheres of

Carbon emissions or rising fuel costs may result in a demand for alternative modes of transport. New and existing facilities should be located near public transport routes and be provided with bicycle storage and showers. Solar protection requirements may also be demanded for community and recreation facilities. Many of the City’s capital works programs now contain provision for environmentally sustainable development. These initiatives are increasingly being incorporated into the design, construction and operational aspects of the City’s assets. financial impacts are: • Asbestos removal or encapsulation • Workplace health and safety requirements • Terrorism security protection systems • Climate change – green building requirements • CPTED (crime prevention through environmental design) • Disability Access and Inclusion Plans (Disability Services Act 2006). Legislative change Legislative changes that may impact and have significant

The City is aware that the significance of new technology will also potentially become a driver for change within the building asset portfolio, it is anticipated that in time this could also have a major effect on how buildings are used and what services may be required from them. Environmental change While the climate of the City has changed over the last 10 years with rainfall patterns and the greenhouse effect, these changes are not affecting the buildings asset portfolio at present. There are, however, potential risks to infrastructure and facilities due to climate change. An increased frequency and intensity of extreme rainfall, wind and lightning events is likely to cause significant damage to buildings assets. Buildings close to the coast are particularly at risk when storm surges are combined with tidal events and sea level rise. Accelerated degradation of materials, structures and foundations of buildings may occur through increased ground movement and changes in groundwater. Increased temperature and solar radiation could reduce the life of building elements due to temperature expansion and breakdown of concrete joints, steel, protective cladding, coatings, sealants, timber and masonry materials. This accelerated degradation of materials may reduce the life expectancy of buildings and structures, increase maintenance costs and lead to potential structural failure during extreme events. Increasing concern about global warming and increased energy costs may result in the development of ‘green’ buildings. Demand through community expectations or legislative requirements may also extend to existing buildings. Economic benefits may also be realised for key buildings adopting green technology.

government can reduce levels of capital funding, including renewals. This could significantly impact upon local government priorities in relation to the service levels and standards that it provides. Other influences on local government, including community expectations, could result in reprioritisation of services including the maintenance, renewal, acquisition and disposal of building assets. Economic change Economic change can greatly influence the City’s ability to raise revenue from rates and other sources. This can alter the City’s priorities and how financial resources are allocated to building asset maintenance, renewal and acquisition. The City is experiencing moderate economic growth. New and renewal capital for other asset categories may receive priority to meet increased demand for those services. In such an environment, building-related assets may not receive sufficient funding to maintain minimum service levels and standards. Technological change Technology continues to develop at an accelerating pace. Technological change has two significant impacts upon building asset acquisition and renewal strategies: • New property acquisitions must be located close to existing or planned telecommunications infrastructure to satisfy the design function of the proposed facility • Renewal programs for building assets must protect existing technology infrastructure while facilitating technological upgrades or changes with minimal time and cost.

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