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Appendix A - Code Assessment
Appendix A - Code Assessment
Community Activites Code
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Compliance
Location
PO1 AO1 Complies
Community activities are located in a zone and on a site suitable No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed development is for
for its intended purpose, is accessible to its patrons and a shade sail to an existing
supported by adequate infrastructure and services. childcare centre as is considered
to be appropriate in the
Neighbourhood Centre Zone.
PO2 AO2 Performance Outcome
Community activities are located: No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed development is for
(a) Where there is a need for the specific community a shade sail to an existing
activity; and childcare centre as is considered
(b) Convenient to the population catchment it serves to be appropriate in the
Neighbourhood Centre Zone.
Effects of Use
PO3 AO3 Complies
Community activities are of a type, scale and intensity consistent Community activities are consistent with the purpose and The proposed development is for
with the zone, locality and character of the area in which it is outcomes of the relevant zone and local area in which it is located. a shade sail to an existing
located. childcare centre as is considered
to be appropriate in the
Neighbourhood Centre Zone.
PO4 AO4 Performance Outcome
Community activities contribute to the community service and No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed development is for
facility needs of the Noosa Shire community. a shade sail to an existing
childcare centre as is considered
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to be appropriate in the
Neighbourhood Centre Zone.
Building Design and Siting
PO5 AO5 Not Applicable
The scale of buildings and structures are appropriate to the In any residential zone, the community activity does not exceed a The subject site is not located
intended community use, the zone in which it is located and the site cover of 50% or have a gross floor area exceeding 500m2. within a residential zone.
scale and character of surrounding development.
PO6 AO6 Not Applicable
Community activities and car parking are sited and designed to No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed development is for
maximise the efficient and safe operation of the use and safe a shade sail to an existing
access for users. childcare centre and does not
propose any changes to the car
parking on the site.
Landscaping
PO7 AO7 Not Applicable
Landscape treatments provide shade and soften the visual No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed development is for
appearance of buildings, outdoor spaces and service areas. a shade sail to an existing
childcare centre and does not
propose any changes to the
existing landscaping on the site.
Amenity and Safety
PO8 AO8.1 Not Applicable
The use does not have a significant adverse impact on the Emergency Services which include 24 hour activity are not located The proposed development is for
amenity enjoyed by adjoining or nearby residential uses. within 6 metres of a sensitive land use on an adjoining property. a shade sail to an existing
childcare centre.
AO8.2 Not Applicable
Where adjoining a residential activity or land in a residential zone, The proposed development is for
a 1.8 metre high solid acoustic screen fence and a 2 metre wide a shade sail to an existing
landscaping strip is provided along the full length of all common childcare centre.
site boundaries.
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AO8.3 Not Applicable
Outdoor activities and congregational areas are located and The proposed shade sail is to
orientated away from residential properties. cover an existing playground
area. The shade sail is a minimum
AO8.4 of 20m away from the closest
Visual, noise and odour impacts on public spaces and residential dwelling.
uses, are avoided or reduced by:
(a) refuse storage/collection facilities within enclosed service Not Applicable
yards or courtyards; and The proposed development is for
(b) not locating site service facilities and areas along any a shade sail.
frontage to a street or other public space.
AO8.5 Not Applicable
With the exception of emergency services, where the site directly The proposed development is for
adjoins land in a residential zone, the use or activity is to operate a shade sail to an existing child
only between the hours of 7:00am to 9:00pm seven days per week care centre and is to operate
within the approved business
hours.
Noise sensitive community activities
PO9 AO9 Not Applicable
Noise sensitive community activities are designed and sited to Noise sensitive Community activities use measures to mitigate The proposed development is for
avoid adverse noise impacts associated with neighbouring noise noise, including double glazed windows and solid concrete a shade sail to an existing
sources by: articulated fences. childcare centre.
(a) locating the use away from the major noise sources such
as busy roads or rail corridors; or
(b) applying appropriate noise attenuation measures to the
development.
Public Access
PO10 AO10 Not Applicable
Public access is discouraged to those parts of the community Security fencing is provided to prevent unauthorised access to
activity that pose a health or safety risk. those parts of the activity that pose a health or safety risk.
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The proposed development is for
a shade sail to an existing
childcare centre.
Overlooking
PO11 AO11 Complies
Community activities maintain reasonable privacy, amenity and Community activities are sited to avoid overlooking neighbouring The proposed development is for
use of indoor and outdoor living areas to surrounding residential residential activities by siting the building, windows and outdoor a shade sail to an existing
uses. areas to not look into dwellings or private outdoor living areas, childcare centre. The proposed
incorporating screening over building openings if necessary. shade sail is to cover an existing
playground area. The shade sail is
a minimum of 20m away from the
closest dwelling and is located
behind existing shade sails.
Therefore, it is considered that
the development maintains
privacy and amenity to
surrounding residential uses.
Casual Surveillance
PO12 AO12.1 Complies
Walkways, car parks, communal open space and publicly Communal open spaces, including congregation and seating The proposed development is for
accessible facilities, including toilets, and bicycle racks are areas can be seen from a street, windows of a community a shade sail to an existing
located and designed to allow casual surveillance by other building or other public space. childcare centre and can be seen
persons. from the childcare centre
AO12.2 building.
All premises and access routes are clearly identifiable to all Not Applicable
persons, particularly emergency services personnel such as The proposed development is for
through street numbers and property name being displayed in a a shade sail to an existing
prominent location, preferably near the site entry, (i.e. on the kerb childcare centre.
or letterbox or by signage on the building or site).
AO12.3 Not Applicable
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Uses are arranged on sites to enable external areas to be The proposed development is for
monitored and building windows and main entrances are a shade sail to an existing
positioned to allow for casual surveillance. childcare centre.
PO13 AO13 Not Applicable
Internal access ways and car parking are designed to ensure the No acceptable outcome provided The proposed development is for
safety of pedestrians and cyclists and users of community a shade sail to an existing
activities. childcare centre.
PO14 AO14.1 Not Applicable
Development for community activities promote safe and efficient Pedestrian and bicycle pathways are provided and retained or a The proposed development is for
walking and cycling by providing sealed pathways along easily contribution towards pedestrian and bicycle pathways are made in a shade sail to an existing
understood direct routes with opportunity for casual surveillance. accordance with Council’s infrastructure network planning. childcare centre.
AO14.2 Not Applicable
Pathways allow clear sightlines in all directions. The proposed development is for
a shade sail to an existing
childcare centre.
PO15 AO15 Not Applicable
Community activities complement, and where practicable, are Community activities are physically connected by a sealed The proposed development is for
connected to other community activity areas or recreation and pathway to other community spaces such as land in the a shade sail to an existing
open space. Community facilities zone, Recreation and Open space zone and childcare centre.
the Environmental management and conservation zone within a
radius of 400 metres of the site.
Lighting
PO16 AO16 Not Applicable
The obtrusiveness of lighting is minimised without unduly limiting Lighting associated with the use is designed, installed, operated The proposed development is for
the use, enjoyment or safety of outdoor community activities. and maintained in a manner that does not unreasonably impact a shade sail to an existing
on the amenity of an adjoining residential use. childcare centre.
Public Toilets
PO17 AO17.1 Not Applicable
Public toilets are designed and constructed to: Public toilets are located in high traffic areas.
(a) ensure the safety of all people using them; and
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(b) take advantage of informal surveillance from adjoining AO17.2 The proposed development is for
uses and activities, discouraging non-legitimate uses. Features that may legitimise loitering, such as seating or public a shade sail to an existing
telephones are not located within 20 metres of toilet entrances. childcare centre.
AO17.3 Not Applicable
Entrances to public toilets are visible from the street, footpath and The proposed development is for
other activity areas on the site or adjoining sites. a shade sail to an existing
childcare centre.
Major Infrastructure
PO18 AO18.1 Not Applicable
Development is sufficiently separated from infrastructure Buildings and structures (including swimming pools, sheds, The proposed development is for
including electricity infrastructure and substations to minimise tennis courts and outbuildings) are not constructed under a shade sail to an existing
the likelihood of nuisance or complaint. overhead electricity transmission lines, or within easements childcare centre.
AO18.2 Not Applicable
Development adjacent to or within 50 metres of a substation, The proposed development is for
major electricity infrastructure or major utility incorporates noise a shade sail to an existing
attenuation measures such that noise levels do not exceed 5db(A) childcare centre.
above background noise level internal to community buildings
measured in accordance with AS1055.
AO18.3 Not Applicable
Where adjoining substations, major electricity infrastructure or The proposed development is for
major utilities, buildings are orientated so that the majority of a shade sail to an existing
windows and doors face away from the infrastructure. childcare centre.
Child Care Centres
Location and site suitability
PO19 AO19
Childcare centres are co-located with compatible land uses or Childcare centres are located: Not Applicable
located on a site that is conveniently accessible from residential (a) adjacent to or integrated with another compatible
and/or employment areas. community activity;
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(b) at the entrance to a residential neighbourhood; or The proposed development is for
(c) in an activity centre. a shade sail to an existing
approved childcare centre.
PO20 AO20 Not Applicable
Childcare centres are located on a site that is capable of Childcare centres are located on a site having: The proposed development is for
accommodating a well-designed and integrated facility, (a) a slope of not more than 10% (1:10); a shade sail to an existing
incorporating: (b) a regular shape; and approved childcare centre.
(a) required buildings and structures; (c) a minimum area of:
(b) outdoor play areas; (i) 1,500m² for between 25-50 children; or
(c) vehicle access, parking and manoeuvring; on- (ii) 2,000m² for more than 50 children.
site landscaping;
(d) and any necessary buffering.
PO21 AO21 Not Applicable
The scale of buildings and structures associated with the Unless located in a centre zone the childcare centre has a The childcare centre is located
childcare centre is appropriate for its setting having regard to the maximum site cover of 50%. within the Neighbourhood Centre
location and the nature and scale of surrounding development. Zone, which is a centre zone.
Landscaping
PO22 AO22 Complies
Landscape treatments soften and improve the visual appearance The minimum dimensions for landscaping area: The proposed shade sail is located
of the building, provide shade to outdoor spaces and screen (a) frontage – in such a way on the subject site,
service areas. (i) standard 6 metres width; or that it avoids impacting upon the
(ii) exception – 2 metres width for vehicle parking and landscape treatments of the site
manoeuvring areas; and maintains all the minimum
(b) side and rear boundaries – 2 metres width dimensions for landscaping areas.
Amenity
PO23 AO23.1 Complies
Childcare centres are designed to minimise potential conflict with All buildings, structures and outdoor play areas are set back at The proposed shade sail is to be
surrounding residential uses. least 3 metres from all site boundaries adjoining a residential setback a minimum of
activity or land included in a residential zone. approximately 8m from all site
boundaries adjoining a residential
AO23.2
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A minimum 1.8 metre high solid acoustic screen fence is erected activity or land included in a
along the full length of all site boundaries adjoining a residential residential zone.
activity or land included in a residential zone.
AO23.3 Not Applicable
Where adjoining land in a residential zone the hours of operation The proposed development is for
are limited to 6:30am to 6:30pm. a shade sail for a childcare centre
and will operate within the
approved hours of operation.
Health Care Service
PO24 AO24 Not Applicable
Site design and layout ensures efficient access and egress for No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed development is for
emergency vehicles. a shade sail for a childcare centre.
Public of Public Worship
PO25 AO25 Not Applicable
The amenity of adjoining and nearby residential uses is not Irrespective of building setbacks for the particular zone, building, The proposed development is for
adversely impacted by a place of public worship. structures or open spaces used for the communal gathering of a shade sail for a childcare centre.
persons, parking of more than three vehicles or children's
playground are setback 10 metres from a residential zone and 3
metres from all other zones.
Community Uses and Clubs
PO26 AO26 Not Applicable
Adequate lockable storage space is provided onsite to meet the At least one lockable storage space of a minimum of 4m² is The proposed development is for
needs of users. provided for each room or area that can be hired out or used by a shade sail for a childcare centre.
community organisations or the public.
Outdoor recreation uses associated with community uses and
clubs AO27.1 Not Applicable
PO27 Outdoor recreational uses including swimming pools, spas, The proposed development is for
tennis courts and half courts are: a shade sail for a childcare centre.
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Ancillary outdoor recreation uses do not have an adverse impact (a) setback at least 15 metres from the boundary of land in a
on the amenity enjoyed by users of adjacent or nearby residential residential zone and screened by a 5 metres wide buffer
uses. densely planted with trees and shrubs including species
from 1 metre to 8 metres in height; or
(b) located internally to the arrangement of accommodation
buildings on the site; and not used between the hours of
9:30 pm and 6:30 am the following day.
AO27.2 Not Applicable
For a lit sports court: The proposed development is for
(a) the court is located at least 60 metres from the external wall a shade sail for a childcare centre.
of an existing or approved residential dwelling on adjoining
or nearby premises (as measured from the centre line of
the court);
(b) the vertical illumination resulting from direct, reflected or
other incidental light emanating from the site does not
exceed 8 lux when measured at any point 1.5 metres
outside the boundary and at any level from ground level
upward; and any flood lighting is restricted to the types that
give no upward component of light where mounted
horizontally (i.e. a full cut off luminare)
Neighbourhood Centre Zone
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Role and Function
PO1 AO1 Not Applicable
The business use or centre activity is of a type, scale and intensity No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
that is consistent with a Neighbourhood Centre as identified in the development is for a
Noosa Shire Centre Hierarchy.
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shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO2 AO2 Not Applicable
The Neighbourhood Centre zone accommodates a range of low No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
order goods and services for the day to day convenience needs of development is for a
residents and offers local employment opportunities. shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO3 AO3 Not Applicable
Development does not compromise or compete with the role and The gross floor area of a shopping centre does not exceed 1500m². The proposed
function of Local or District centres or Major Centres of Noosa development is for a
Junction and Noosa Business Centre as the highest order shade sail for a childcare
centres in Noosa Shire centre.
PO4 AO4 Not Applicable
Higher order shopping facilities, including full line supermarkets, No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
large format retail showrooms and discount department stores, do development is for a
not locate in the Neighbourhood Centre zone. The gross floor area shade sail for a childcare
of: centre.
(a) a shopping centre does not exceed 1500m²; and
(b) any individual shop tenancy does not exceed 500m².
PO5 AO5.1 Not Applicable
Supermarkets locate in the Neighbourhood Centre zone only A retail needs assessment is provided by a suitably qualified The proposed
where there is demonstrated need. economist outlining the demand for a supermarket in the development is for a
Neighbourhoods Centre zone. shade sail for a childcare
centre.
AO5.2
The gross floor area of a supermarket does not exceed 1,000m². Not Applicable
The proposed
development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
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PO6 AO6 Not Applicable
A mix of low order retail uses such as convenience stores, food No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
and drink outlets (without drivethrough facilities), medical and development is for a
community uses and other services catering to the day to day shade sail for a childcare
needs of local residents locate in the Neighbourhood centre zone. centre.
PO7 AO7 Not Applicable
Food and drink outlets do not: No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
(a) include a high-volume convenience restaurant of pre- development is for a
cooked food; or shade sail for a childcare
(b) incorporate a drive-through facility. centre.
PO8 AO8 Not Applicable
Service industries do not exceed a gross floor area of 500m². No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
Built Form
PO9 AO9.1 Complies
Buildings and structures: Buildings and structures are no more than 10 metres in building The maximum height of
have a visual bulk and architectural scale consistent with the height. the shade sail is 3.8m.
residential character of the area;
(a) are low rise and present a building height consistent with AO9.2 Not Applicable
structures on adjoining and surrounding premises; Where excavation is required, the maximum portion of the exposed Excavation is not
(b) have a maximum building height of two storeys; external façade of the building cannot exceed 10 metres in building required.
(c) do not visually dominate the street, surrounding spaces or height.
skyline;
(d) preserve the amenity of surrounding development Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-13A for measuring height in
including privacy, views and access to sunlight to storeys.
residential dwellings;
(e) respect the scale of the surrounding vegetation; and
(f) respond to the topography of the site.
Site Cover and Gross Floor Area AO10
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PO10 No acceptable outcome provided. Performance Outcome
The site cover and gross floor area of buildings and other roofed The proposed
structures: development is for a
(a) Is of a scale that is compatible with surrounding shade sail for a childcare
development; centre. Other shade sails
(b) does not present an appearance of bulk to adjacent of a similar scale on the
properties, roads or other areas in the vicinity of the site; site currently exist on the
(c) maximises the retention of existing vegetation and allows site. The proposed shade
for soft landscaping between buildings; sail is not located on the
(d) allows for adequate area at ground level for road frontage and is
other site facilities; and setback a significant
(e) facilitates onsite stormwater management and distance from all
vehicle access. boundaries. The
development does not
impact upon the existing
landscaping on the site
and enhances the ground
level area by providing
shade to existing
uncovered play areas.
Plot Ratio AO11 Not Applicable
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided The proposed
The maximum plot ratio for a site is as follows: development is for a
(a) 0.8:1 of the site area, for site areas up to and including 2000m²; shade sail for a childcare
and centre.
(b) 0.3:1 of the site area, for that area of a site in excess of
2,000m².
PO12 AO12 Not Applicable
The density of development within the site area: For neighbourhood centres the combined total gross floor area for: The proposed
(a) is compatible with surrounding development; (a) a shop, adult store or service industry does not exceed development is for a
500m² in gross floor area; and shade sail. No additional
gross floor area is
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(b) has a low site impact to enhance the opportunity to (b) a childcare centre does not exceed 500m² in gross floor proposed as per the
maintain natural site characteristics, including native area. Planning Scheme
vegetation and natural landforms. definition.
Setbacks
PO13 AO13.1
Buildings and other structures are appropriately designed and Buildings and roofed structures are setback at least:
sited to:
(a) provide amenity for users of the premises, as well as In the Coastal Communities Locality:
preserve the visual and acoustic privacy of adjoining and (a) 6 metres to all boundaries for the Sunrise Beach
nearby properties; Neighbourhood Centre Zone.
(b) allow for landscaping between buildings;
(c) preserve any existing vegetation to buffer the proposed In the Noosa Heads Locality:
buildings; (a) 2 metres from the front boundary to Quamby Place;
(d) maintain the visual continuity and pattern of buildings and (b) 0.0 metres to land in the Open Space Recreation Zone;
landscape elements within the street; and (c) 3 metres to land in a residential zone;
(e) avoid large areas of continuous wall planes by varying the Complies
building setbacks and using appropriate techniques to In the Noosaville Locality: The proposed shade sail
provide visual relief; (a) 6 metres from the front boundary to Weyba Road; is setback approximately
(f) help protect the natural character and visual amenity of the (b) 2 metres from the front boundary to Swanbourne Way; 17m from Swanbourne
locality; and (c) 3 metres to land in a residential zone. Way and a minimum of
(g) allow space for required vehicle parking. 8m to all adjoining land in
In the Tewantin Locality: a residential zone.
(a) 6 metres to any road frontage;
(b) 3 metres to other boundaries;
(c) 0.0 metres to adjoining land in the Neighbourhood Centre
Zone.
AO13.2 Childcare Centres
All buildings, structures and outdoor play areas are set back at least
3 metres from all site boundaries adjoining a residential activity or
land included in a residential zone.
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Editor's note— If there is a conflict between minimum boundary
setbacks, the greater setback prevails.
Building Design and Streetscape
PO14 AO14 Not Applicable
Buildings are designed using design elements and materials that No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
reflect the local streetscape character of the area. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO15 AO15 Not Applicable
Development incorporates a high standard of architecture, design No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
and landscaping and creates attractive and functional buildings, development is for a
streets and places. shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO16 AO16 Not Applicable
Streetscape treatments are provided to enhance the character and No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
amenity of the street, particularly along major roads. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO17 AO17.1 Not Applicable
Buildings and other structures present a high level of architectural Buildings incorporate horizontal and vertical articulation; The proposed
merit with building elements and forms that: development is for a
(a) are consistent with the bulk and scale of buildings on AO17.2 shade sail for a childcare
adjoining and nearby land; Elevations are no longer the 15 metres without articulation of at centre.
(b) breaks down the facade into finer scaled components; least 0.75 metres and present subtle changes in textures and Not Applicable
(c) provide strong visual relationships to the landscape, materials to break up building facades. The proposed
natural features and recreation areas in the vicinity; development is for a
(d) create pedestrian scale with visual interest; AO17.3 shade sail for a childcare
(e) present subtle changes in colours, textures and materials Buildings incorporate: centre.
to break up the building facades; (a) variations in plan shape, such as steps, recesses, Not Applicable
(f) integrate signage with the building design; and projections or splays: The proposed
development is for a
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(g) integrate landscaping into the building design and car (b) variations in the vertical profile, with steps or slopes at shade sail for a childcare
parking areas; different levels; centre.
(h) is well articulated with strong horizontal and vertical design (c) variations in the treatment and patterning of windows, sun
elements providing an interesting streetscape; and protection and shading devices, or other elements of a
(i) complement landform changes and landscape features, façade treatment at a finer scale than the overall building
stepping down sloping sites to minimise cut or fill. structure;
(d) balconies, verandas or terraces; and
(e) planting, particularly on podiums, terraces, and low level
roof decks or incorporate other landscape elements such
as green walls
PO18 AO18 Not Applicable
Buildings and other structures present a high quality streetscape No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
with design elements and building forms that: development is for a
(a) define the street and public spaces; shade sail for a childcare
(b) provide a consistent alignment fronting the street and centre.
public spaces;
(c) contribute to the streetscape activity and vibrancy of the
centre;
(d) contribute to their setting, including the skyline;
(e) celebrate corner sites as key focal points that contribute
positively to defining the street; and
(f) retain and provide areas for outdoor dining and meeting
opportunities on the ground level.
PO19 AO19 Not Applicable
Buildings on corner sites define the street intersection and No acceptable outcome provided. The subject site is not on
include interesting or decorative features and design elements. a corner lot.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP37A for design outcomes on
corner sites.
PO20 AO20 Not Applicable
Ground floor uses are predominantly business uses or Ground floor buildings provide a minimum 50% transparent The proposed
community uses accessible to the general public, including but glazing to shop fronts to create active building fronts. development is for a
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not limited to shops, restaurants, cafes, medical centres, banks, shade sail for a childcare
post office, accountants or real estate agencies. centre.
PO21 AO21 Not Applicable
A mix of uses including outdoor dining and eating areas are No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
incorporated in the design to activate key street frontages. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
Editor's note—refer to figure 6.4.4.4 and figure AP3-8A for design centre.
outcomes for outdoor dining and active primary street frontages.
PO22 AO22 Not Applicable
Street awnings are designed and located to: Street awnings The proposed
(a) provide continuous weather protection to pedestrians; (a) are provided along the full frontage of the building and development is for a
(b) maintain the continuity and style of adjacent awnings, cover the footpath where no other weather protection is shade sail for a childcare
especially in relation to height, scale, form and materials; provided for pedestrians as part of the building design; centre.
(c) contribute to an attractive streetscape environment; (b) are setback a minimum of 1 metre from the kerb;
(d) promote an active front by encouraging pedestrian use of (c) are waterproof;
the street; (d) conform to the height, form and materials of awnings on
(e) provide a feeling of enclosure and human scale for adjoining properties which share the same frontage;
pedestrians so as to contribute to the “sense of place”; and (e) where falling towards the street, are no less than 2.5
(f) have an adequate clearance distance from the kerb to metres at their lowest point or where cantilevered, are no
prevent obstruction. less than 2.7 metres at their lowest point;
(f) use an awning slope of within 15 degrees of adjacent
awnings;
(g) are no more than 500 millimetres higher or lower than
adjacent awnings within 2 metres away; and
(h) are no higher than 3 metres in height.
Editor's note—refer to figure 6.4.2.5 for design outcomes for
awnings
Car Parking and Access
PO23 AO23.1 Not Applicable
Pedestrian safety and convenience are not threatened or reduced Car parking is not located forward of the front building line or from The proposed
by additional vehicular driveways. building setback. development is for a
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shade sail for a childcare
AO23.2 centre and does not
Provision is made for shared driveways to minimise the number of impact upon the existing
driveways interrupting the flow of pedestrians along the footpath. carparking.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-11A for design outcomes for Not Applicable
shared driveways. The proposed
development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre and does not
impact upon the existing
carparking.
Basements Not Applicable
PO24 AO24 The proposed
Basement design: Basements are limited to one access a maximum of 6 metres wide. development is for a
(a) does not dominate the street or building design; shade sail for a childcare
(b) visually integrates with the building; Editor's note—refer to figure 6.9.2 centre.
(c) screened through landscaping; and
(d) does not present as a storey to the street.
Mechanical Plant. Equipment and Storage
PO25 AO25.1 Not Applicable
Mechanical plant and equipment (including air conditioning Mechanical plant, refuse and recycling area, vents and exhausts are The proposed
equipment) and storage areas are designed and located to: not visible from a street, public space or adjoining residential use development is for a
(a) avoid adverse visual impacts when viewed from the street and is acoustically screened from adjoining sensitive land uses. shade sail for a childcare
and adjoining properties; and centre.
(b) visually integrate with the building design. AO25.2 Not Applicable
Mechanical plant and equipment are: The proposed
(a) located more than 2 metres from any property boundary; development is for a
(b) where located at ground level, screened by fencing 1.5 shade sail for a childcare
metres in height or dense vegetation of at least 1.5 metres centre.
in width incorporating grouped trees and shrubs with a
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maximum separation distance of 1 metre measured from
the centre of the tree or shrub;
(c) are visually integrated into the line and plane of the
building and roof design and do not project beyond the
height or width of the building when viewed from the
street and adjoining properties; and
(d) fully enclosed or screened where above ground level such
that they are not visible from the street frontages nor
adjoining properties.
Landscaping
PO26 AO26.1
Landscaped areas are provided to: The minimum area required for providing landscaping is no less
(a) reduce the impervious area and enhance the visual than 10% of the site area with the following minimum dimensions:
amenity and natural landscape character of the area, Coastal Communities Locality:
streetscape and local area; (a) 6 metres width to all boundaries for the Sunrise Beach
(b) retain existing native vegetation and enhance buffer areas Neighbourhood centre zone;
around property boundaries;
(c) suit the relative size and nature of the development and its Noosa Heads Locality:
setting; (b) 2 metres width from the front boundary to Quamby Place
(d) reduce the visual impact of large or bulky structures and (c) 0.0 metres to the boundary of land in the Open Space
fencing along watercourses; Recreation Zone;
(e) conceal service, car parking, loading and service areas of (d) 3 metres width to boundaries of land in a residential zone
developments; except for garden centre or hardware and trade supply
(f) contribute to pedestrian comfort through shade; and uses where the setback is 5 metres.
(g) screen incompatible land uses.
Noosaville Locality: Not Applicable
(a) 6 metres width from the boundary to Weyba Road; The proposed
(b) 2 metres width from the boundary to Swanbourne Way; development is for a
(c) 3 metres width from the boundary of land in a residential zone shade sail for a childcare
except for garden centre or hardware and trade supply uses centre and does not
where the setback is 5 metres. impact upon the existing
landscaping.
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Tewantin Locality:
(a) 0.0 metres to adjoining land in the Neighbourhood Centre
zone;
(b) 6 metres width from all other boundaries.
PO27 AO27 Not Applicable
Landscaping within road reserves: (a) Landscaping is set back a minimum of 500 millimetres from the The proposed
(a) enhances the streetscape quality and natural landscape back of the kerb; development is for a
character of the area; and (b) Landscaping and paving styles are consistent with any Council shade sail for a childcare
(b) maintains the functionality of the road reserve for vehicles and endorsed streetscape theme; and centre and does not
pedestrians. (c) A minimum pedestrian pathway width of 3 metres is provided impact upon the existing
along the frontage, clear of any planted area or outdoor landscaping.
business area.
PO28 AO28.1 Not Applicable
Landscape treatments soften and improve the visual appearance of Entries, outdoor spaces and outdoor dining areas are treated with The proposed
the building, outdoor spaces and service areas. hard and soft landscaping features. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
AO28.2 centre.
Landscaping may be used to conceal, and reduce the noise Not Applicable
generated from, mechanical plant equipment, loading bays, storage The proposed
and service areas. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
Mixed Use Development
PO29 AO29.1 Not Applicable
Where residential development is proposed for in a mixed use Where development provides for one or more of the following The proposed
building with small dwellings, where such activities are ancillary to residential activities, it is in the form of small dwellings only and development is for a
and support the predominant business functions of the zone. accommodated in a mixed-use building format: shade sail for a childcare
(a) caretaker’s accommodation; centre.
(b) dual occupancies;
(c) dwelling units (e.g. shop top housing);
(d) multiple dwellings.
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AO29.2 Not Applicable
The total gross floor area of the residential use does not exceed the The proposed
gross floor area of the non-residential use. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO30 AO30.1 Not Applicable
Residential uses within the centre do not interrupt the continuity of Any residential uses are located above or behind ground storey The proposed
the streetscape or the active, pedestrian focus of the street business or community uses. development is for a
frontage. shade sail for a childcare
AO30.2 centre.
Where visitor accommodation incorporates business uses such as a Not Applicable
restaurant, function room or tour booking service such facilities are The proposed
located at the front of the ground floor so as to reinforce the development is for a
interactive streetscape. shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO31 AO31.1 Not Applicable
Mixed-use buildings are designed and operated to ensure: Business uses which operate outside the hours of 6.00am to The proposed
(a) business uses manage the potential impact on residents, 9:00pm are designed and operated to minimise impacts on the development is for a
including impacts associated with: amenity of residents of mixed-use buildings. shade sail for a childcare
(b) visual and acoustic privacy; centre.
(c) safety and security; and AO31.3 Not Applicable
(d) lighting. Residential uses are designed to incorporate suitable noise The proposed
(e) residential uses do not limit the business opportunities of the attenuation and privacy measures to reduce amenity impacts from development is for a
site; and business uses. shade sail for a childcare
(f) residential uses have reasonable privacy, security and private centre.
outdoor living space. AO31.3 Not Applicable
The residential component of the development provides for: The proposed
separate identifiable residential entries from entrances for other development is for a
building uses; shade sail for a childcare
(a) clearly defined and safe pedestrian access to dwelling units and centre.
accommodation units that are appropriately lit, visible to
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others and directly accessible to units from areas likely to be
used at night;
(b) security measures such that building users do not have access
to areas that are intended for the exclusive use or residents of,
and visitors to, residential accommodation;
(c) windows, balconies, terraces of each dwelling are screened up
to a minimum height of 1.7 metres from the finished floor level
where overlooking a habitable room or private open space of
another dwelling within 9 metres; and
(d) screening with solid translucent screens, shutters, perforated
panels or trellises which have a maximum of 50% openings.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1B and figure AP3-1C for design
outcomes for overlooking.
AO31.4 Not Applicable
Dwellings provide: The proposed
(a) clearly identify private residential space by using features such development is for a
as low walls, changes in surface texture or other landscape shade sail for a childcare
treatments.; and centre.
(b) private open space or an open balcony directly accessible from
a habitable room:
(c) with a minimum area of 9m²,
(d) with a minimum dimension of 2.5m; and
(e) clear of any utilities such as gas, water tanks and air
conditioning units.
Amenity and Safety
PO32 AO32 Performance Outcome
Buildings and structures adjacent to land in a residential zone No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed shade sail
have— is considered to be
(a) a domestic scale, with building size and landscaping consistent consistent with the
with development in the residential zone; and existing shade sails on the
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(b) fencing, landscaping and screening to mitigate potential site and are of a domestic
impacts. scale.
PO33 AO33 Not Applicable
Buildings adjacent to land in a residential zone development At St Andrews Drive, Tewantin business deliveries are undertaken The subject site is not
ensures the siting, design and hours of operation do not only between the hours of 7:00am and 8:00pm. located at St Andrews
unreasonably impact on the amenity enjoyed by users of adjoining Drive.
or nearby premises.
Overlooking
PO34 AO34 Not Applicable
Development maintains reasonable privacy, amenity and use of Development: The proposed
indoor and outdoor living areas to surrounding residential uses. (a) is sited to avoid overlooking by siting windows and outdoor development is for a
areas, (including balconies and terraces) to not look into shade sail for a childcare
residential dwellings and may incorporate screening over centre.
building openings; and
(b) does not include roof top terraces.
PO35 AO35 Not Applicable
Development creates a safe environment by incorporating key No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
elements of crime prevention through environmental design in its development is for a
layout considering: shade sail for a childcare
(a) casual surveillance and sight lines; centre.
(b) exterior building design that promotes safety;
(c) lighting;
(d) signage and wayfinding;
(e) minimising entrapment locations; and
(f) building entrances, loading and storage areas that are well lit
and lockable after hours.
PO36 AO36 Not Applicable
Walkways, carparks and publicly accessible facilities, including No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
toilets, and bicycle racks are located and designed to allow casual development is for a
surveillance by other persons; shade sail for a childcare
centre.
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PO37 AO37 Not Applicable
Pathways allow clear sightlines in all directions. No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO38 AO38 Not Applicable
Adequate lighting is provided to building entrances, carparks and No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
pedestrian routes. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
Editor’s Note—Applicants may find useful guidance to the centre.
Queensland Government’s Crime Prevention through
Environmental Design Guidelines for Queensland.
PO39 AO39.1 Not Applicable
All property boundaries are clearly identifiable with public and Boundaries are identified by such means as: The proposed
private spaces clearly defined. (a) fencing; development is for a
(a) changes in surface materials or levels; or shade sail for a childcare
(b) landscape treatments. centre.
AO39.2 Not Applicable
Loading and storage areas are well lit or can be locked after hours. The proposed
development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO40 AO40 Not Applicable
All premises and access routes are clearly identifiable to all All premises are identified by the provision of the street number in The proposed
persons, particularly emergency services personnel. a prominent location, preferably near the site entry, (i.e. on the development is for a
kerb or letterbox or by signage on the building or site). shade sail for a childcare
centre.
PO41 AO41.1 Not Applicable
Building entries are visible and easily identifiable. The number of entrances and exits are limited and main building The proposed
entrances/exits are located at the front of the site in view of the development is for a
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street or where this is not possible, due to site or existing building shade sail for a childcare
constraints, a well-defined path is provided to the entrance/exit. centre.
AO41.2 Not Applicable
All entrances/exits to buildings, are well lit and signed, and signageThe proposed
includes hours of operation. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
AO41.3 centre.
Entrances/exits are located to provide a direct link to driveways and Not Applicable
car parking areas. The proposed
development is for a
AO41.4 shade sail for a childcare
Recessed doorways are avoided where the recess is of sufficient centre.
size to conceal a person or where recessed doorways are Not Applicable
unavoidable, the following measures are used to enhance safety: The proposed
(a) good lighting; development is for a
(b) strategically placed mirrors; shade sail for a childcare
(c) angled approaches; or centre.
(d) gates which restrict access.
Vandalism
PO42 AO42 Not Applicable
Buildings and structures are designed to minimise opportunities for Buildings or structures that are visible and accessible from a public The proposed
vandalism. street or laneway: development is for a
(a) avoid the use of solid fences and blank walls which attract shade sail for a childcare
graffiti. Where solid blank surfaces are unavoidable, measures centre and will not be
in the form of landscaping, creepers, murals, vandal resistant visible or accessible from
paint, etc. are used; a public street or
(b) with windows at ground level use measures that deter break laneway.
and enters without obscuring views to shopfronts; and
(c) are constructed to be vandal and graffiti proof.
Lighting
PO43 AO43.1 Not Applicable
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Lighting of appropriate intensities is provided to maximise safety. Lighting of appropriate intensities is provided which satisfies the The proposed
requirements of Australian Standard AS1158: Public Lighting Code, development is for a
unless otherwise specified in this Code. shade sail for a childcare
centre and does not
AO43.2 proposed lighting.
External lighting of a graduated intensity is provided which starts at Not Applicable
a lower level of brightness at the perimeter of the site and rises to a The proposed
higher level at the entrance to buildings or at the centre of the site. development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
AO43.3 centre and does not
Lighting is directed onto the site and away from neighbouring proposed lighting.
properties. Not Applicable
The proposed
AO43.4 development is for a
Vandal-resistant lighting is used in public and publicly accessible shade sail for a childcare
areas. centre and does not
proposed lighting.
Not Applicable
The proposed
development is for a
shade sail for a childcare
centre and does not
proposed lighting.
Vehicle loading and waste
PO44 AO44 Not Applicable
Vehicle loading / unloading and waste storage and collection areas Vehicle loading/unloading, waste storage/collection and external The proposed
do not significantly impact on the visual or acoustic amenity of the storage areas are enclosed within a service yard or courtyard and development is for a
area or sensitive landuses. located to the rear or under the building and not located along shade sail for a childcare
any frontage to a public street or space. centre.
Earthworks and Drainage
PO45 AO45 Not Applicable
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Filling, excavation and retaining structures do not directly, Filling and excavation works are designed and constructed to The proposed
indirectly or cumulatively cause adverse impacts external to the ensure overland flow and/or flooding is not worsened, impeded, or development is for a
development site by: otherwise diverted to adversely affect other properties or shade sail for a childcare
(a) causing ponding of water on the site or nearby land; downstream environments. centre and does not
(b) increasing flooding, which adversely affects the safety or use of require filling and
any land upstream and downstream; or excavation.
(c) adversely affecting the flow of water in any overland flow path.
Pedestrian and Cycling Connectivity
PO46 AO46 Not Applicable
Convenient and legible connections are provided for pedestrians No acceptable outcome provided The proposed
and cyclists to the site, particularly having regard to linkages with development is for a
existing and proposed public transport infrastructure, the open shade sail for a childcare
space network, centres and other community-related activities. centre.
PO47 AO47.1 Not Applicable
Public or semi-public spaces are integrated into the centre's Public and semi-public spaces are located to ensure pedestrian The proposed
pedestrian and cycle networks. movement flows through the site and connects to the pedestrian development is for a
and cycle networks. shade sail for a childcare
centre.
AO47.2 Not Applicable
Pedestrian arcades, laneways or enclosed thoroughfares are a The proposed
minimum of 6 metres wide, provide a direct line of sight to a major development is for a
pedestrian destination (major tenancy, car park, public place, etc.), shade sail for a childcare
and are not dead ends, narrow or circuitous. centre.
Environment and Heritage
PO48 AO48.1 Not Applicable
Development: Development does not result in sediment or other material The proposed
(a) has minimal impact on the natural landform of the site; including building materials or waste products being deposited or development is for a
(b) does not lead to erosion or the transport of sediments off site; released into the road reserve, stormwater drain or adjacent shade sail for a childcare
(c) does not lead to the disturbance of natural features, buildings properties. centre.
or structures of cultural heritage significance.
AO48.2 Not Applicable
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Development on a site adjoining a local heritage place respects the The subject site does not
cultural heritage significance of the place by mitigating any adverse adjoin a local heritage
impacts on the setting or integrity of the heritage values. place.
Editor’s Note—Local heritage places are identified on the Heritage
and Character Areas Overlay maps in schedule 2.
PO49 AO49 Not Applicable
Uses are conducted in an environmentally responsible manner, No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
operating without deleterious impacts on immediate, surrounding development is for a
or downstream communities, environments or environmental shade sail for a childcare
processes. centre.
Infrastructure
PO50 AO50 Not Applicable
Development is supported by adequate infrastructure and urban No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
services including reticulated water, sewerage, stormwater development is for a
drainage, sealed roads, pathways, electricity and shade sail for an existing
telecommunication infrastructure. childcare centre.
PO51 AO51 Not Applicable
Development does not adversely impact on the continued No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed
operation, viability and maintenance of existing infrastructure or development is for a
compromise the future provision of planned infrastructure. shade sail for a childcare
centre.