The Derwent Valley Council have two new Development Applications from the owners of the Agrarian Kitchen, the first is an extension to their current business housed in the old Bronte House. The expansion would entail a Kiosk and a Cooking School. This would bring all the business under one roof and would extend the operation hours for this location.
Full plans are on the Council Website. https://www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au/council/latest-news/application-for-planning-approval-da-1572019-11-the-avenue,-new-norfolk
The second development application is the creation of a large productive market type garden within the walled area of Carlton House. This area will have two ponds, two market or productive garden areas along with raised smaller garden beds and fruit trees.
It is envisaged that the Gardens area will look something like this, but with the inclusion of two ponds, a poly tunnel and a tool shed.
Raised garden beds are planned to protect the underground archaeological heritage values. The only concern is the two 600 mm deep ponds which have been recognised as “Likely to impact significant and substantial archaeological remains” Brad Williams Heritage Consultant/Historical Archaeologist. full plans can be viewed on the Council’s website, https://www.derwentvalley.tas.gov.au/council/latest-news/application-for-planning-approval-da-222020-11-the-avenue,-new-norfolk
The Agrarian Kitchen has been running a highly successful and complementary business within the Heritage site for some years. This is a natural progression as they bring their Lachlan Cooking School and gardens within the one location.