Response to Information Request - Final 21 March 2024 · MCU23/0096

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The application material does not demonstrate the existing and proposed site cover for the
site.

Information Required

6. Provide amended architectural plans with a building that is of a scale consistent with the
   predominant character of the local plan area.

7. Provide a site cover calculation of the site including details of the existing and proposed site
   cover.

Response:

The above comments have no regard to the need or the design requirements to provide a
high-quality PAC at the GSLC. It is simply not possible to provide this important piece of
infrastructure in a series of smaller building forms. The PAC has been specifically designed to
meet the needs of the GSLC community and fit the space that is available, with limited land
being available as a whole on the site. The PAC provides for the floor space needed for the
various arts to be taught and practiced, as expected by the local community, in order for the
GSLC to remain current and competitive on the Sunshine Coast.

Again, the comments made above focus on compliance with the acceptable outcomes rather
than the performance outcome, which is the relevant assessment benchmark. The
requirements of the planning scheme need to be considered in context with the nature of
the existing and established use, the size of the site and land available, the location, and
importantly the needs of the local community. The site cover for the existing educational
establishment is about 24%, including the new PAC (AO18.3) (refer Attachment 2).

For reasons already explained, it is not agreed the proposed PAC will significantly detract
from the character of the area. It is reasonably expected that some larger building forms
would be required for an educational establishment, which is to provide current facilities,
infrastructure, and educational services to meet the needs for 1150 students.

The proposed development provides for a built form that is integrated into the existing
educational establishment and the landform, provides for improved landscaping, and will not
detract from the existing character or amenity of the area consistent with performance
outcome PO7 of the Noosaville Local Plan Code.

Issue – Carparking

The submitted Traffic Engineering Report confirms that the parking area from the Goodchap
Street approach reaches capacity during the morning peak period. Previous traffic assessment
of the site also found that any loss to parking spaces or the vehicle circulation around the site



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