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Code Assessment
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE CODE
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
PO1 Development provides for No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1
medium density dual occupancy The proposed development is for
and multiple dwellings in a range a Dual Occupancy.
of dwelling sizes and styles, which
meet the needs of current and
future resident populations
including small households, older
persons, people on low incomes
and people with special mobility
needs.
PO2 Alternative models of No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
housing including housing for
people with special needs are
appropriate where they are in
keeping with the medium density
residential amenity and density.
PO3 A secondary dwelling may AO3.1 No more than one Not applicable
create permanent housing for an secondary dwelling is provided on
extended family member or other any site regardless of site area.
member of the household
resident in the dwelling house Not applicable
AO3.2 A secondary dwelling:
while protecting the character of
the site and the zone. 1. has a maximum gross floor
area of 65m²;
2. has no more than two
bedrooms; and
3. does not occur on any
property covered by a
Building Unit Plan.
PO4 Sites that are currently used AO4.1 The following sites are Not applicable
for, or approved for the use of, retained as relocatable home
relocatable home parks or parks to the general exclusion of
retirement facilities continue to other uses:-
provide such residential 1. ‘Noosa Glades’ at 159
accommodation into the future. Moorindil St and 44 Tait St,
over Lots 2 and 3 on
RP220959;
2. ‘Bougainvillea Gardens’ at
141 Cooroy Noosa Road,
Tewantin, over part of Lot
230 on MCH4144; and
3. 'Cooroy Village' at 1 Ferrells
Road, Cooroy, over Lot 9
RP844021.
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AO4.2 The following sites are Not applicable
retained as retirement facilities to
the general exclusion of other
uses:-
1. ‘Noosa Outlook Retirement
Village’ at 71 St Andrews
Drive, Tewantin, over Lot 5
on SP117231;
2. ‘Riverlands’ at 139 Moorindil
St, Tewantin, on Lot 335 on
RP211082;
3. ‘Laguna Retirement Estate’
between Lake Weyba Drive,
Reef Street and Nannygai
Street, Noosaville, over Lot
3 on RP159386, Lot 1 on
SP141238 and Lot 1 on
RP840222;
4. ‘Noosa Waters Retirement
Estate’ at 39 Lake Weyba
Drive, Noosaville over Lot 1
on SP115712; and
5. ‘Noosa Domain Village’ at 35
Walter Hay Drive, Noosaville
over Lot 2 on SP162077.
PO5 Land uses are limited to AO5.1 Land uses do not typically Not applicable
those which are compatible with rely on people other than The proposal is for a low scale,
medium density living in urban residents of the site to be present permanent residential use.
neighbourhoods. on the site between the hours of
7:00pm and 7:00am.
AO5.2 Land uses do not result in Complies with AO5.2
adverse changes to the amenity The proposal is for a low scale,
of the residential neighbourhood permanent residential use.
by the emission of noise,
vibration, smell, fumes, smoke,
vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust,
grit, oil, waste water, waste
products, or radio or electrical
interference.
PO6 Visitor accommodation is AO6.1 Home-based businesses Not applicable
limited to formats compatible with allow for up to four short term The proposal is for a dual
the character and use of the area guests to be accommodated occupancy.
so as not to cause unreasonable within the home of the host while
loss of residential amenity, having the host remains in residence,
regard to: such as traditional bed and
1. the privacy of residents on breakfast accommodation.
the subject property or
adjoining properties;
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2. any likely increase in noise AO6.2 Short-term accommodation Not applicable
to adjoining properties; does not: The proposal is for a dual
3. the scale of the use and its 1. constitute a party house; occupancy.
compatibility with the 2. create noise that would
character and uses within unreasonably impact on the
the property or surrounding residential amenity enjoyed
area; by the adjoining or
4. retention of the primary surrounding properties.
residential function of an
area;
AO6.3 Buildings are designed and Complies with AO6.3
5. the residential function and orientated so that the majority of The proposed outdoor living
arrangement of common outdoor living areas face away areas face the south. A food and
property; from the habitable areas of drink outlet exists to the west.
6. the impact on the safety and adjoining dwellings. Frosted glass is proposed to the
efficiency of the local road upper level windows on the
network; eastern and western elevations.
7. the impact of waste storage A planted shelf awning is
areas on the visual amenity proposed to the rear level upper
of the area; level elevation. The proposed
8. the location of waste storage setbacks to the side and rear
areas in relation to sensitive boundaries are compliant with
land uses; and the minimum setback
requirements. The proposed
9. any impact on shared privacy measures are considered
vehicular access or parking. sufficient to ensure appropriate
privacy is achieved and no
overlooking occurs to adjoining
properties.
AO6.4 Waste storage areas are Complies with AO6.4
screened and located to the rear Waste storage areas are located
or side of a building and are not to the side of the building
located along any frontage to a behind a gate.
public street or space.
Peregian Beach AO7 Offices and health care Not applicable
PO7 Offices and health care services are developed in
services are allowed for in conjunction with residential units
conjunction with small dwellings in a mixed use format providing:
in a mixed use format on 1. no commercial tenancy
premises located on the western exceeds 250m² gross floor
side of David Low Way (street area;
numbers 233-245), Peregian 2. non-residential use(s) do not
Beach, on land described as Lots constitute shops;
16, 17, 18, 19, 20 and 22 P9315
3. the total gross floor area of
and all lots on BUP9496.
the non-residential use(s)
does not exceed the gross
floor area of the residential
use(s);
4. non-residential uses are
limited to the ground floor;
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5. at least one small dwelling is
provided for every 90m² of
lettable commercial gross
floor area; and
6. car parking is to be located
at the rear of the building.
Building Height AO8.1 Buildings and structures Complies with AO8.1
PO8 Buildings and structures: are no more than 8 metres in The proposed building height is
building height; and less than 8 metres.
1. are low rise and present a
building height consistent
with structures on adjoining AO8.2 Where excavation is Not applicable
and surrounding premises; required, the maximum portion of
2. are designed to provide an the exposed external façade of
interesting streetscape and the building cannot exceed 8m in
complement landform building height.
changes and landscapes
3. do not visually dominate the Editor's note - refer to figure
street or surrounding area; AP3-13A.
4. maintain a vegetated
skyline; Alternative provision to the QDC.
5. do not unreasonably obscure
views or lead to
overshadowing of
neighbouring properties;
6. do not exceed two storeys.
Building Scale and Bulk No acceptable outcome provided. Complies with PO9
PO9 Development: The proposal is compatible with
1. is of a scale compatible with the surrounding development.
surrounding development The proposed building uses
and the particular variations in building materials,
circumstances of the site; finishes and setbacks to reduce
and the appearance of building bulk
and scale.
2. does not present an
appearance of bulk to
adjacent properties, roads or
other areas in the vicinity of
the site.
Site Cover AO10 For a dwelling house, site Complies with AO10
PO10 Site cover of development: cover does not exceed 40% of The proposed site cover is 38%.
the site area.
1. does not exceed 40% of the
site area; or
2. for small dwellings or for Alternative provision to the QDC
development which provides
a ratio of at least three small
dwellings to one other
dwelling, does not exceed
45% of the site area.
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Plot Ratio AO11 For a dwelling house, plot Alternate Solution
PO11 Plot ratio of development: ratio of development does not Refer report.
exceed 0.4:1
1. does not exceed 0.4:1; or
2. for small dwellings or for
development which provides
a ratio of at least three small
dwellings to one other
dwelling, does not exceed
0.5:1.
Building Setback AO12.1 Buildings and structures Alternate solution - partially
PO12 Buildings and structures are meet the following minimum complies
designed and sited to: boundary setbacks: Refer report.
1. provide a high level of 1. for frontages — 6 metres
amenity to users of the 2. for side boundaries—
subject site and adjoining 1. 1.5 metres setback up
premises, including provision to 4.5 metres height;
of visual and acoustic
2. 2 metres setback
privacy;
between 4.5 metres
2. not unreasonably obstruct and 7.5 metres height;
views or cause overlooking and
of private open space or
3. 2.5 metres where
habitable areas of adjoining
above 7.5 metres
premises;
height
3. provide adequate distance
3. for the rear boundary - 6
from adjoining land uses;
metres
4. preserve existing vegetation
that will help buffer
development; AO12.2 The front 6 metres of the Complies with AO12.2
property is landscaped open Landscaping is provided within
5. allow for space and
space, provided that uncovered the front 6 metres of the
landscaping to be provided
visitor parking, or swimming pools property where practical.
between buildings including
protruding no more than 1 metre
adequate area at ground
above the ground level, can be as
level for landscaping with
close as 2 metres from the front
trees, shrubs, outdoor living
boundary.
and utilities;
6. be consistent with the Not applicable
predominant character of the AO12.3 Relocatable homes are
surrounding area; and set back not less than:
7. protect the natural character (a) 6 metres from a road
and avoid adverse impacts frontage;
on ecologically important (b) 1.5 metres from any other
areas such as national parks, site boundary; and
waterways and wetlands. (c) 3 metres from an internal
road
AO12.4 Buildings and structures Not applicable
on premises with frontage to the
Noosa River system are set back
not less than 10 metres from
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mean high water spring as shown
in Figure AP3-15A.
Alternative provision to the QDC
Setback to a watercourse in the AO13 For premises adjoining a Not applicable
Noosa Waters estate, Noosaville watercourse within the Noosa
PO13 Land adjoining the Waters estate no building work,
revetment wall and for a width of filling or excavation works occurs
4.5 metres serves flood detention within 4.5 metres from the centre
and amenity functions, free of line of the top of the concrete
structures and impervious revetment wall.
surfaces.
Editor's note refer to figure
6.3.1.5
Alternative provision to the QDC
Streetscape AO14.1 Development provides Complies with AO14.1
PO14 Development: visual interest to the street and The proposal provides
surrounding areas through: individuality in each dwelling
1. contributes positively to the
locality; 1. highlighting individual unit through variation in building
dwellings and land uses; materials, finishes and recesses.
2. addresses and enhances the
streetscape by incorporating 2. an asymmetrical design
articulation and individual presentation to the street;
design elements that add 3. offsetting or staggering
visual interest to the dwellings to provide
development; variation in the frontage;
3. has a form and architectural 4. varying the roof form
scale that does not dominate
the streetscape or the
AO14.2 Buildings have the main
surrounding properties; Complies with AO14.2
entrance easily recognisable from
4. does not detract from the the street and include design The main building entrance is
visual amenity of adjoining elements in the front façade such easily identifiable through key
properties through the as verandahs, external stairs, design elements such as pavers
impact on views, access to awning or shade structures and leading to the entry point and
sunlight or overlooking; window openings. upper level overhangs.
5. takes the form of small
separate buildings, rather
AO14.3 Buildings and structures Complies with AO14.3
than large single bulky
are designed to: The maximum wall lengths of
development; and
1. have a maximum wall length the eastern and western (side)
6. sits within a landscaped elevations on the ground level is
of 15 metres and external
setting. 14.82 metres, with a 1.454m
walls incorporate at least
one design element to add long screening device provided
visual interest and amenity;to screen the alfresco area. The
2. allow for landscape side elevations provide variation
treatments to soften the in building design elements
development; through the inclusion of a door
and screening device.
3. avoid more than six
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dwellings attached in any
one plane; and
4. have no more than four
dwellings are attached along
a street frontage.
AO14.4 For corner sites, the
Not applicable
building design addresses both
street frontages by:
1. including doors and windows
that front each road; and
2. providing separate vehicle
access points to each road.
Editor’s Note—for examples of
designs see Figure 6.3.2.4 and
Figure 6.3.2.5
AO14.5 For a dwelling house, Not applicable
development provides visual
interest to the street and the
surrounding area through:
1. limiting the vertical distance
between the ground and the
lowest suspended floor to no
more than 3 metres;
2. limiting the length of any
external wall in one plane to
15 metres; and
3. ensuring each external wall
includes at least one design
element such as verandahs,
external stairs, window
openings, awnings or
porches.
Garages and Carports AO15.1 Garage doors that face Not applicable
PO15 Garages, garage doors and the street are no more than 6 See AO15.2.
carports do not dominate the metres in width or 50% of the
street or the building design. frontage, whichever is the lesser.
AO15.2 Where multiple garages Complies with AO15.2
face the street, they are The development provides a
separated by a minimum of 2 4.57 metre wide landscaped
metres or are staggered in separation between the
setback by a minimum of 1 proposed garages. In addition,
metre. the upper level sits forward of
the lower level, which further
assists in the garages
dominating the street and
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building design.
AO15.3 Garages that are visible Not applicable
from the street, but do not face
the street, include a landscaped
setback to the street and provide
articulation, windows or a mix of
materials to provide interest to
the garage facade.
Basements AO16 Basements: Not applicable
PO16 Basements: 1. are limited to one access a
1. visually integrate with the maximum of 6 metres wide;
building; and
2. do not dominate the street 2. do not encroach into building
or building design; setback areas.
3. are screened through
landscaping; and Editor's note— refer to Figure
4. do not present as a storey to 6.9.2
the street.
Front fences and walls AO17.1 Front fences or walls are Complies with AO17.1
PO17 Front fences and walls are set back an average of 1 metre The proposed fence is setback
designed and sited to: and are articulated to provide approximately 1.2 metres from
visual interest by stepping the the site frontage, and provides a
1. contribute to the
design at a maximum of 5 metre recess to 1.01 metres, which
attractiveness of the
intervals. highlights a clearly identifiable
streetscape;
vehicular access point. The
2. be compatible with the proposed fencing incorporates a
existing streetscape mix of building materials. A
character; further 800mm of landscaping is
3. avoid interference with provided on the inside of the
movement of surface fence, providing a total of a 2
stormwater; metre wide landscape strip
4. allow for casual surveillance along the entire street frontage,
of the street; with the exception of the
5. provide planting in front of driveway.
solid fences and walls; and
Not applicable
6. ensure plantings between AO17.2 Where located on the
the front fence and the boundary:
footpath does not create an 1. the solid portion of front
impediment for pedestrians fences and walls is no more
using the footpath than 1.2 metres high; or
2. the walls contain openings
or materials that ensure it is
50% transparent and has a
height not exceeding 1.8
metres.
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AO17.3 Solid front fences and Complies with AO17.3
walls may be 1.8 metres in height Weyba Road is identified as a
if the property has frontage to an distributor road.
arterial road or a distributor road.
AO17.4 The area of land between Complies with AO17.4
the front fence and the boundary A 1m-1.2m landscape strip is
is landscaped to screen the fence provided in front of the front
from the street however fence, and will not encroach
landscaping does not encroach more than 500 millimeters into
more than 500 millimeters into the road reserve or within 1.5
the road reserve or within 1.5 metres of a sealed footpath.
metres of a sealed footpath.
Editor's note— for examples refer
to figure AP3-4A and figure
AP3-4B
Materials and finishes AO18 Buildings and structures Complies with AO18
PO18 Development incorporates: use: Refer 3D Renders.
1. materials and finishes that 1. natural finishes wherever
complement the surrounding possible;
area and integrate with the 2. a mix of lightweight and
surrounding natural and built textured external finishes;
environment; and 3. masonry construction where
2. a variety of external finishes variation is provided in
to provide an interesting texture and the façade uses
built form and avoid bulky a variety of finishes to break
single plane finishes up the surface; and
4. open or transparent
balustrades.
Editor's note—refer to Figure
AP3-3B
Roof forms AO19.1 With the exception of Complies with AO19.1
PO19 Roof forms: Noosa Heads and Coastal The proposed roof pitch is 5
Communities Local Areas, the degree and eaves are proposed
1. contribute positively to the
main roof of the building has a to at least 75% of the perimeter
local skyline;
roof pitch no less than 5 degrees of the building.
2. complement the character of and has minimum 600 millimetre
the locality and the eaves to at least 75% of the
topography of the site; perimeter of the building.
3. avoid box profiles/parapets;
and Not applicable
AO19.2 Development does not
4. do not create opportunities include rooftop terraces.
for overlooking the private
open space or internal
spaces of neighbouring AO19.3 The total width of any Not applicable
properties. parapet wall does not exceed
50% of the width of the front
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facade of a building.
PO20 Development: AO20.1 Buildings and structures: Complies with AO20.1
1. provides a high level of 1. are sited and orientated to Multiple dwellings exist to the
residential amenity to users minimise the likelihood of east. Private open spaces are
of the subject site; and overlooking the private open oriented toward Weyba Road. A
2. does not unreasonably space of adjacent residential food and drink outlet exists to
impact on the amenity uses; the west. The dwelling house to
enjoyed by users of 2. avoid reduction of sunlight to the south has its private open
adjoining or nearby at least 40% of the private space area in the north-western
premises, including privacy open space areas of any corner and would be largely
and access to sunlight. adjoining residences to less shielded by its own dwelling
than two hours between house. Appropriate setbacks are
9:00am and 3:00pm on any achieved to all boundaries.
Editor's note—Provisions for sill Frosted glass or screening is
day of the year;
height, glazing, screening and proposed to eastern and
window openings are to improve 3. incorporate fencing, western side elevations. Upper
the residential amenity for landscaping and screening to level windows are proposed to
occupants. Thermal performance mitigate impacts on provide natural lighting to the
requirements are contained in adjoining residential uses. proposed void. The inner walls
Queensland Development Code that face the rear do not have
MP4.1 Sustainable Buildings. Editor's note— refer to figure any openings to the south.
Energy efficiency requirements AP3-1A and figure AP3-2A Fencing, landscaping and
are contained in the National screening is proposed to
Construction Code. minimise any potential
overlooking and privacy
concerns.
AO20.2 Transparent doors and
windows are designed and Complies with AO20.2
located so they do not directly
face transparent doors or
windows or the private open
space areas of other dwellings
within 10 metres;
AO20.3 Where windows, Complies with AO20.3
balconies, terraces, verandahs or Refer to response to AO20.1
decks overlook or have the above. It is not considered that
potential to overlook the private the proposed development will
open space of nearby properties cause overlooking to private
or view into habitable room open space areas of nearby
windows within 10 metres: properties. The proposal
1. windows have a sill height of incorporates a number of
not less than 1.7 metres privacy measures to reduce
above finished floor level; privacy and overlooking
2. windows and other openings concerns.
are permanently screened to
a minimum height of 1.7
metres to avoid overlooking;
3. windows and doors use
translucent glazing to
obscure views; or
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4. windows or balconies are
offset by 45 degrees or
more.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP3-1A and figure AP3-1C
AO20.4 Planter boxes, screens, Complies with AO20.4
pergolas, landscaping and Appropriate screening and
architectural design of balconies design is proposed.
are used to screen the ground
floor private open space of
dwellings from separate upper
level dwellings.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP3-1A
AO20.5 Permanently fixed Complies with AO20.5
external screening devices
complement the building's
external materials and finishes
and may incorporate solid
translucent screens, shutters,
perforated panels or trellises
which have a maximum of 50%
openings.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP3-1B
PO21 Mechanical plant, vehicle AO21.1 Communal outdoor Not applicable
manoeuvring, utilities and recreational facilities including
communal outdoor recreation swimming pools, spas and sports
uses: courts are:
1. do not have an adverse 1. setback at least 12 metres
effect on the amenity from the boundary of land in
enjoyed by users of adjacent a residential zone and
or nearby premises through screened by a 5 metre wide
emission of noise, light, buffer densely planted with
fumes or smoke; and trees and shrubs including
2. do not cause unreasonable species from 1 metre to 8
disturbance to local fauna metres in height; or
through light or smoke 2. located internally to the
emissions. arrangement of buildings on
the site; and
3. not used between the hours
of 9:00pm and 6:30am the
following day.
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AO21.2 For a lit sports court: Not applicable
1. the court is located at least
60 metres from the external
wall of an existing or
approved dwelling on
adjoining or nearby premises
(as measured from the
centre line of the court); and
2. 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
3. any floodlighting is restricted
to the types that give no
upward component of light
were mounted horizontally
(i.e. a full cut off luminaire).
AO21.3 Mechanical plant is- Can comply as required
1. located at least 2 metres
from the side or rear
property boundaries;
2. where located at ground
level, screened by fencing
1.5 metres in height or
dense vegetation of at least
1.5 metres in width
incorporating grouped trees
and shrubs with a maximum
separation distance of 1
metre measured from the
centre of the plant;
3. where located above ground
level, enclosed or screened
such that it is not visible
from the street frontage nor
adjoining properties; and
4. visually integrated into the
line and plane of the building
and roof design and does
not project beyond the
height or width of the
building when viewed from
the street and adjoining
properties.
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Editor’s Note— Mechanical plant
includes generators, motors,
compressors and pumps such as
air-conditioning or pool
equipment.
AO21.4 Waste storage areas, Complies with AO21.4
clothes drying areas and external Located at the side of each unit
storage areas are screened from and will be screened by a gate.
the street.
AO21.5 Letterboxes and detached Complies with AO21.5
carports complement the Letterboxes will be integrated
architecture and landscaping of into the front fence.
the site.
PO22 Development: AO22.1 For landscape amenity Complies with AO22.1
1. has minimal impact on the reasons, cut or fill is less than 1.5 The proposed fill ranges from
natural landform of the site; metres in depth relative to the 600mm-800mm.
ground level.
2. does not lead to erosion or
the transport of sediments
off site; and AO22.2 Development does not
Can comply with AO22.2
3. does not lead to the result in sediment or other
disturbance of natural material including building
features, buildings or materials or waste products being
structures of cultural deposited or released into the
heritage significance. road reserve, stormwater drain or
adjacent properties.
AO22.3 Development on a site Not applicable
adjoining a local heritage place
respects the cultural heritage
significance of the place by
mitigating any adverse impacts on
the setting or integrity of the
heritage values.
Editor’s Note— Local heritage
places are identified on the
Heritage and Character Areas
Overlay maps in Schedule 2.
PO23 Development on sloping AO23.1 Building and structures Complies with AO23.1
sites: are not constructed on land with
1. is visually responsive to the a slope greater than 25%.
natural topography and sits
within the landscape rather AO23.2 On sloping sites, split Not applicable
than dominating it; and level buildings with small
2. steps down slopes or uses floorplates, that step down the
suspended floor slope are used as an alternative
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construction, minimising cut to standard single or double
or fill and avoiding benching storey construction to minimise
of the site. building bulk and benching of the
sites.
Editor's note- refer to Figure
6.9.1A and Figure 6.9.1B
AO23.3 The distance between the Complies with AO23.3
ground level and the lowest part
of the floor of the building does
not exceed 3 metres.
PO24 Filling and excavation for AO24 Filling and excavation for Can comply with AO24
operational works do not directly, operational works is designed and To be addressed at the OPW
indirectly or cumulatively cause constructed to ensure overland stage.
adverse impacts external to the flow and/or flooding is not
development site by: worsened, impeded, or otherwise
1. causing ponding of water on diverted to adversely affect other
the site or nearby land; properties or downstream
environments.
2. increasing flooding, which
adversely affects the safety
or use of any land upstream
or downstream; or
3. adversely affecting the flow
of water in any overland flow
path.
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NOOSAVILLE LOCAL PLAN CODE
Performance Outcome Acceptable Outcome Comment
PO1 Development enhances the No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1
role of Noosaville as a major The proposal is consistent with
focus for visitor accommodation the intent of the zone code, is
and services in Noosa Shire with highly accessible to existing
high levels of accessibility to services and is across the road
outdoor recreational pursuits and from Weyba Creek.
urban services.
PO2 Development contributes to No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2
the lifestyle and amenity of The proposal provides housing
permanent residents of diversity for permanent
Noosaville, and services residents.
communities outside of the local
plan area.
PO3 Development contributes to AO3.1 Development adjacent to a Not applicable
the establishment of attractive gateway, special place or on land
streetscapes and gateways to identified as a key corner on
enhance the sense of entry and Figure 7.2.4.4 (Noosaville
character of Noosaville and the Framework and Character plan)
coastal urban area. or Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and Character
plan):
1. incorporates architectural
and landscape treatments
which emphasise the corner
location as shown in Figure
AP3-10A and Figure
AP3-10B; and
2. incorporates building
materials such as varied roof
forms, changes in materials
and variations in projected
and recessed elements and
facades.
AO3.2 Development adjacent to a
Not applicable
primary streetscape treatment
area on Figure 7.2.4.4 (Noosaville
Framework and Character plan)
and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
Business Centre Framework and
Character plan):
1. provides streetscape
improvements which are
appropriate to the location,
setting and context of the
development, and
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2. complement existing or
proposed streetscape works
in the local area.
AO3.3 Development on Key Not applicable
Development Sites identified on
Figure 7.2.4.4 (Noosaville
Framework and Character Plan)
incorporates a high standard of
architectural design and
landscape treatment consistent
with the streetscape character.
Editor’s Note— For further
guidance and context in
interpreting the Framework and
Character Plans please refer to
PSP7 - Framework and Character
Plans.
PO4 The visual amenity and AO4 Development adjacent to the Complies with AO4
character surrounding the major major road network, particularly Refer Landscape Plan within the
road network and entrance roads, Eumundi Noosa Road, Beckmans Architectural Plan set. To be
including Eumundi Noosa Road, Road, Eenie Creek Road, Walter addressed at the OPW stage.
Beckmans Road, Eenie Creek Hay Drive, Gympie Terrace, Noosa
Road, Walter Hay Drive, Gympie Parade and Weyba Road
Terrace, Noosa Parade and Weyba incorporates landscaping that
Road is protected and enhanced. complements the natural species
occurring in the local area,
protects existing vegetation within
the road reserve and incorporates
design elements that add visual
interest to the streetscape.
PO5 Development retains and AO5 Development retains and Complies with AO5
enhances existing mature trees enhances existing mature trees New, high quality landscaping
and character vegetation and character vegetation can be provided to complement
contributing to the vegetated contributing to the vegetated the proposed development.
backdrop, character and habitat backdrop, character and habitat
values of the local plan area. values of the local plan area,
including:
1. riparian vegetation,
particularly mangroves
adjacent to the Noosa River,
Weyba Creek, Lake
Doonella and their
tributaries;
2. remnant melaleucas and
eucalypt trees;
3. the vegetated drainage
lines through residential
estates; and
4. other character vegetation
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where identified in Figure
7.2.4.4 (Noosaville
Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.4.5
(Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character
plan).
PO6 Development retains AO6.1 Development retains and Complies with AO6.1
significant views and vistas does not intrude upon important The proposal is less than 8
contributing to the setting and gateways and sightlines including metres in height and largely
character of the local plan area the following: complies with the minimum
including views to the Noosa 1. Beckmans Road and Walter setback requirements. It is not
River, Noosa North Shore, Noosa Hay Drive; considered that the development
foreshore, Lake Weyba and Noosa will intrude upon important
National Park. 2. significant views to the
Noosa River, river mouth sightlines.
and ocean beyond and to
Noosa North Shore;
3. views from the pathway on
the northern side of Gympie
Terrace in the public open
space area and adjacent
Noosa River foreshore;
4. scenic views from Noosa
Parade, Weyba Road and
Eenie Creek Road which are
flanked by vegetation and
offer glimpses of
watercourses;
5. scenic views from Eenie
Creek Road to Noosa
National Park, Noosa
Headlands, the secondary
dune system and Lake
Weyba; and
6. scenic southern entrances
to Noosaville through
bushland settings, Noosa
National Park and Tewantin
National Park along
Eumundi Noosa Road.
AO6.2 For Noosaville District
Not applicable
Centre, buildings and structures
do not significantly interrupt or
encroach upon key contextual
views as identified in Figure
7.2.4.4 (Noosaville Framework
and Character plan) and shown in
Figure 7.2.4.6.
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PO7 Buildings, structures and AO7.1 Development takes the Complies with AO7.1
landscaping are integrated with form of small separate buildings The development provides a
the natural landscape and reflect rather than large single bulky 4.57 metre wide landscaped
the riverside character and setting buildings and does not visually separation between the
of the local plan area in terms of dominate the street, riverfront, proposed garages. This is
form, composition and protection adjacent properties, surrounding considered to assist in the
of neighbourhood amenity. spaces or the existing skyline. development taking the form of
small separate buildings.
Complies with AO7.2
AO7.2 Buildings and structures The proposal is of a scale and
have a scale and building height height consistent with adjacent
consistent with development on development.
adjoining and surrounding land.
AO7.3 Buildings and structures Complies with AO7.3
preserve the amenity of adjoining The proposal largely complies
land including sunlight to with the minimum setback
neighbouring properties. requirements. It is not
considered that the development
will impact the amenity or
sunlight opportunities to
adjoining sites.
AO7.4 Development respects the Complies with AO7.4
scale of surrounding vegetation
and maximises the opportunity for
retention of existing vegetation
and incorporates soft landscaping
between buildings.
AO7.5 Buildings and structures: Complies with AO7.5
1. incorporate articulated roof The proposed roof pitch is 5
forms which are visible degrees. Refer to 3D renders
from the street and have a which show variation in the
pitch of no less than 5 proposed building, as well as the
degrees; proposed building materials and
2. incorporate a mix of finishes. The proposal
lightweight and textured incorporates open balconies and
external building materials shaded alfresco areas.
or materials that reflect the
natural environment such
as timber and rock face;
3. provide variation through
articulation, texture and
detailing;
4. incorporate verandahs,
open balconies or shaded
patios for outdoor living,
with open, transparent or
semi-open balustrades;
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5. use understated colour
schemes and low-reflective
roofing and cladding
materials.
Editor's note— Refer to figure
AP3-3B
PO8 The Noosaville local plan No acceptable outcomes provided Complies with PO8
area is serviced by the following The proposal will utilise existing
centres that provide business, centres.
entertainment and community
uses consistent with the Noosa
Shire Centres Hierarchy:
1. Noosaville District centre;
2. Bushlands Neighbourhood
centre;
3. Weyba Road
Neighbourhood centre; and
4. Gympie Terrace Visitor
centre.
PO9 The Noosa Business Centre AO9 The development of the Not applicable
off Eenie Creek Road is a major Noosa Business Centre is to be
activity centre and provides the generally in accordance with
widest range of centre activities Figure 7.2.4.4 (Noosa Business
and employment including: Centre Framework and Character
1. commercial and Plan).
professional office space for
a range of sectors;
2. digital economy;
3. tertiary education;
4. health and medical uses;
5. retail uses including one
only discount department
store, supermarkets, large
format retail showrooms
and specialty retail;
6. entertainment activities;
7. environmental industries;
8. research and technology
industries;
9. small dwellings in a
mixed-use format;
10. community and civic
functions;
11. high quality community
open space and
12. a sub-regional transit
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centre.
Editor’s note— The Noosa
Business Centre is the only Major
Regional Activity Centre in Noosa
Shire designated in the South
East Queensland Regional Plan.
PO10 Development in the District No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Centre zone:
1. provides a range of
business, entertainment,
health and wellbeing
activities to service the
needs of residents and
visitors;
2. includes small dwellings as
part of mixed-use
development;
3. retains more intensive uses
between Mary Street and
Gibson Road, with less
intensive uses at the edges
of the zone providing a
transition to adjoining
residential areas;
4. on the southern side of
Gibson Road is primarily
used for large format retail;
and
5. does not detract from the
role and function of the
larger centres of the Noosa
Business Centre and Noosa
Junction.
PO11 Development in the No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Neighbourhood Centre zone
provides lower order goods and
services to support the day-to-day
needs of residents and visitors,
forming focal points for the
surrounding neighbourhoods.
PO12 Development in Thomas No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Street, north of Mary Street,
maintains a pedestrian scale of
development, vibrant active
ground level uses with pedestrian
and visual links to Noosa River.
PO13 The proposed new main No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
street at Noosa Business centre
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creates a pedestrian orientated
character with active ground level
uses and pedestrian access and
visual linkages to the proposed
civic space.
PO14 Development in a centre AO14 Development: Not applicable
zone or Tourist Accommodation 1. respects the layout, scale
Zone fronting Gympie Terrace or (including height and
Thomas Street: setback) and character of
1. is sympathetic to the development on adjoining
character, streetscape and sites;
built form of the locality; 2. includes detailing and
2. contributes to the variety of articulation for horizontal
low set and walk up emphasis including
building styles of various awnings, facia boards,
eras in the streetscape; parapet walls and upper
level verandahs or
3. creates vibrant and active
balconies;
streets and public spaces;
and 3. provides a fine scale of built
form;
4. provides integrated and
functional car parking and 4. provides active street
access arrangements that frontages where identified
do not dominate the street. as primary active street
frontage on Figure 7.2.4.4
(Noosaville Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and
Character plan) that
incorporate shopfronts,
indoor/outdoor cafes and
restaurants and other
activities that are likely to
foster casual, social and
business interaction for
extended periods. Refer to
Figure AP3-8A for design
outcomes for active
streetscapes;
5. has building openings
overlooking the street and
addressing key corners as
indicated in Figure 7.2.4.4
(Noosaville Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and
Character plan) and Figure
AP3-7A; and
6. includes the provision of
landscaping, shaded seating
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and consistent and simple
paving materials on
footpaths consistent with
the character of its setting
including where shown as
primary streetscape
treatment area on Figure
7.2.4.4 (Noosaville
Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.4.5
(Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character
plan).
PO15 Development in the Low No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Impact Industry zone and the
Medium Impact Industry zone:
1. provides a range of
enterprises that contribute
to the economic diversity of
the Shire and local
employment options;
2. provides important
industries and
service-related functions to
the whole of Noosa Shire
but particularly the coastal
area;
3. offers a range and diversity
of employment types;
4. does not accommodate
uses better located in a
centre zone
5. does not detract from the
safe function or amenity of
Eumundi Noosa Road,
Walter Hay Drive or Eenie
Creek Road; and
6. does not accommodate
uses that would harm the
environment, including
Eenie Creek, Lake Doonella
and Lake Weyba, through
excessive pollutants.
PO16 Development within the AO16.1 The Noosa Business Not applicable
Community Facilities zone Centre includes the provision for a
contributes to community sub-regional transit facility
infrastructure, utilities and integrated within the major centre
services. to provide for public transport,
park and ride or other transit
related infrastructure.
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AO16.2 Wallace Park, located off Not applicable
Eumundi Noosa Road is
developed for a wide range of
indoor sport and recreation,
community care and community
uses which foster social
interaction, learning, health and
fitness and artistic and creative
pursuits.
AO16.3 The Noosa Hospital,
located at Goodchap Street: Not applicable
1. is the primary medical focus
for the coastal part of
Noosa Shire;
2. is developed and operated
to provide for maximum
co-location of hospital and
allied health care services;
3. makes efficient use of the
site;
4. incorporates employee and
visitor parking on-site
5. is supported by additional
health care services at Lot 1
on RP900855 on the corner
of Goodchap Street and
Eumundi-Noosa Road.
AO16.4 Key sites developed for Not applicable
educational establishments, child
care centres, places of worship
and community uses are well
connected and easily accessible
from throughout Noosaville and
the broader area they service.
PO17 Development in the Major AO17 Residential dwellings within Not applicable
Centre zone and District Centre the Major Centre zone and District
zone contribute to housing Centre zone:
diversity by providing small 1. do not exceed a floor area
dwellings, including single level of 100m2;
apartments.
2. are part of a mixed-use
development with
non-residential uses at the
ground level.
PO18 Sites currently used or No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
approved for retirement facilities
continue to provide such
residential accommodation into
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the future.
PO19 Development in the Low No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Density Residential zone
maintains a high level of
residential amenity for permanent
residents.
PO20 Development in the Tourist No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Accommodation zone and other
resort complexes provide visitor
accommodation into the future to
preserve and support the role of
Noosaville as a tourism focus
area.
PO21 A range of visitor No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
accommodation including low cost
and family friendly short term
accommodation and tourist park
accommodation, including the
Noosa River Caravan Park at
Russell Street. is maintained.
PO22 Commercial development No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
on and adjacent to the Noosa
River is designed to –
1. provide for uses for marine
facility purposes including
water transport and boat
hire;
2. be compatible with the
scenic values of the
waterway;
3. provide a high level of
amenity, including ensuring
low ambient noise levels;
4. not increase the overall
scale and intensity of
commercial operations;
5. use materials, natural
finishes and colours that
blend with the surrounding
natural landscape; and
6. reflect the character and
setting of the waterfront
locality (such as timber and
tin construction with a
traditional pitched roof
design).
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PO23 Commercial development AO23.1 No additional commercial Not applicable
on and adjacent to the Noosa leases are created on or adjacent
River is not increased or to the Noosa River and no
expanded beyond existing additional areas are added to the
building footprints and structures current commercial leases.
within existing lease areas.
AO23.2 Development does not Not applicable
increase the overall building
footprint, gross floor area or
height of buildings or structures
associated with commercial
jetties.
PO24 The loading and unloading No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable
of passengers and boat docking is
confined to the commercial lease
areas of the respective
commercial operation.
PO25 Parking of vehicles and boat AO25 The loading and unloading Not applicable
trailers and the loading and of passengers, goods and water
unloading of goods or passengers craft is confined to the
does not impede on public open commercial lease areas of the
space in the vicinity of the river. respective commercial operation.
PO26 The slipway accessed from No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Mill Street provides essential
infrastructure for waterfront
based marine industries and is
limited to this existing commercial
lease area adjoining Chaplin Park.
PO27 The slipway at 238 Gympie No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Terrace, Noosaville serves as
important infrastructure for small
vessels.
PO28 Gympie Terrace is No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
maintained as a low speed, low
trafficked environment and
maintains safe pedestrian access
to Noosa River.
PO29 Eenie Creek Road and to a No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
lesser extent Gibson Road
provides for through traffic
around and bypassing Noosaville.
PO30 Development integrates AO30 Development on land Not applicable
with and extends the existing including or adjoining a key
street and pathway networks pedestrian/cycle link shown in
including but not limited to those Figure 7.2.4.4 (Noosaville
identified on Figure 7.2.4.4 Framework and Character plan)
(Noosaville Framework and and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
Character plan) and Figure 7.2.4.5 Business Centre Framework and
(Noosa Business Centre Character plan) facilitates these
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Framework and Character plan) connections.
such that connections to and
between key local destinations
are provided and reinforced.
PO31 Development has no AO31 Connecting Habitat Areas Not applicable
significant adverse effects on as identified on Map SFM-4 -
biodiversity, natural vegetation, Biodiversity (Strategic
native fauna habitat, landscape Framework) are protected from
quality, water quality or cultural fragmentation and encroachment
heritage values, including those by development.
related to—
1. changes to natural
drainage;
2. disturbance to any wetland
system;
3. management of fire risk;
4. erosion and the transport of
sediments off site;
5. unmanaged public access;
6. changes to fauna habitat
and behaviour.
PO32 Development maintains and AO32 Open space corridors Not applicable
protects an integrated open space identified as Ecological Linkages
network throughout the locality and Major Recreation areas on
to— Map SFM-1 - Settlement and Map
1. provide for both passive SFM-4 - Biodiversity (Strategic
and active recreational Framework) are enhanced and
pursuits; protected from fragmentation and
encroachment by development.
2. provide connectivity for
pedestrians and cyclists;
3. provide habitat connectivity
for wildlife and fish
passage;
4. protect watercourses and
drainage lines;
5. protect vegetation on steep
slopes; and
6. form a scenic backdrop for
residential development.
PO33 New lots for residential AO33 No additional residential Not applicable
purposes are not created where lots take access via Lake Entrance
the presence of natural hazards Boulevard or Lake Weyba Drive,
such as bushfire or flooding would south or Eenie Creek Road.
increase the number of people
and homes subject to risk.
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DUAL OCCUPANCY AND MULTIPLE DWELLING CODE
Performance Outcome Acceptable Outcome Comment
PO1 Development is located No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1
within the urban boundaries on The proposed development is
land with good access to a variety located within the Urban
of essential services and facilities, Footprint and is within close
including retail, commercial, social proximity to a number of
and medical facilities and public essential services and facilities,
transport services. and public transport options.
PO2 A dual occupancy or multiple No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2
dwellings occur only on land that The proposal is sited on medium
is suited to the development and density residential zoned land.
occupation of residential buildings
avoiding risk to people or
property from natural disaster.
PO3 Development does not No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO3
adversely impact on existing or
future infrastructure including
water or sewerage utilities,
electricity or transport
infrastructure.
PO4 Development addresses the AO4 Dual occupancy and multiple Complies with PO4
street, contributes to the dwellings do not occur on
streetscape and does not battleaxe or rear allotments or
adversely impact on the amenity lots with a frontage less than 10.5
of any adjoining land on which metres in width.
residential development is
permitted.
PO5 Development is designed to AO5 Bedroom windows are at Complies with PO5
minimise noise carrying between least 3 metres away from shared Bedrooms are located on the
dwelling units or accommodation driveways, car parking areas, upper level.
units by locating noise sensitive mechanical plant, refuse and
spaces such as bedrooms away recycling areas, vents and
from noise generating areas of exhausts.
the development, such as car
parking areas or mechanical plant
and equipment or recreational
facilities.
PO6 Where dwellings form part of AO6.1 Clearly identifiable entry Complies with AO6.1
a mixed use development, the areas for the residents of, and Clearly identifiable entry points
development provides residents visitors to, multiple dwellings are are proposed through the
with reasonable privacy and provided separately from inclusion of landscaping,
security. entrances for other site users and stepping pavers and an
provide for safe entry from overhang from the upper level.
streets, car parking areas and The proposal is low scale and a
servicing areas. separate access point for
vehicles and pedestrians is
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unnecessary.
Not applicable
AO6.2 Clearly marked, safe and
The proposal is not for mixed
secure parking areas are provided
use development.
for residents and visitors which
are separate from parking areas
provided for other site users.
AO6.3 Security measures are Not applicable
installed such that site users do The proposal is not for mixed
not have access to areas that are use development. A fence with a
intended for the exclusive use of gate is proposed along the front
residents of, and visitors to, boundary.
dwellings.
AO6.4 Dwellings are designed to Can comply with AO6.4
incorporate suitable noise
attenuation and privacy measures
to reduce amenity impacts from
business uses.
AO6.5 Windows, balconies and
terraces of each dwelling are Can comply with AO6.5
screened where overlooking a The development provides
habitable room or private open screening / frosted glass
space of another dwelling within options, batten screening and a
9 metres. planter shelf awning to mitigate
potential overlooking impacts.
PO7 Buildings and outdoor spaces AO7 Development of the site Complies with AO7
are designed to allow for natural enhances: A balcony is proposed off the
surveillance without adversely 1. opportunities for passive Master Bedroom on the Upper
impacting the privacy of on-site or surveillance of communal Level, and the proposed gates
adjoining residents. spaces including providing are transparent, which assists in
well-lit, active and opportunities for casual
overlooked places and surveillance of the street. A
routes; fence is provided along the
frontage to distinguish public
2. legibility of the site and
and private spaces. The
ease of navigation;
proposal is considered to provide
3. clear distinction between materials and finishes that will
public and private spaces; be easily maintained.
and
4. ease of maintenance
Editor’s Note—development
should comply with the principles
of Crime Prevention through
Environmental Design - Guidelines
for Queensland
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PO8 Development, including AO8.1 The main entrance is Complies with AO8.1
entrance ways and outdoor clearly identifiable and visible The main entrance to each unit
spaces, are designed to protect from the street, footpath, visitor is defined by roof overhangs,
the personal security and safety car parking areas and driveway. pavers and landscaping.
of residents as well as legitimate
site visitors. Complies with AO8.2
AO8.2 The internal path network
has clear sightlines to the main As above.
entry and street access points.
AO8.3 Visitors have direct access Complies with AO8.3
to the main entrance without Private outdoor living areas are
passing through private outdoor located at the rear of the site.
living areas.
PO9 Multiple dwellings can be AO9 One in three multiple Complies with AO9
accommodated and visited by a dwelling units: All units are accessible by a safe,
wide cross section of the 1. is accessible by a safe, continuous and step free path of
community including people with continuous and step free travel from the street entrance /
limited mobility. path of travel from the car parking area to the main
street entrance of the entrance. A bathroom is
property or from a car provided on the ground floor.
parking space;
2. has a step-free entrance
door with opening width of
at least 820 millimetres;
and
3. contains a bathroom on the
entry level.
Landscaping & private open space AO10.1 Landscaping is provided Complies with AO10.1
PO10 Development: to a minimum of 40% of the site A minimum of 40% of the site
1. enhances liveability and area and 60% of this is soft area is landscaped, and 60% of
promotes outdoor living; landscaping. this is soft landscaping.
2. contributes to the visual
amenity and natural OR
landscape character of the
area;
AO10.2 If for small dwellings or Not applicable
3. retains existing large trees for development which provides a
where practicable; ratio of at least three small
4. provides privacy between dwellings to one other dwelling,
uses; landscaping is provided to a
5. reduces the bulk and scale minimum of 35% of the site area
of development; and and 60% of this is soft
landscaping.
6. conceals services, car
parking and manoeuvring
areas.
PO11 Private open space: AO11.1 Private open space is Complies with AO11.1
1. is provided to all dwellings provided for each dwelling at the Private open space areas are
and is adequate in size, following rate: located at the ground level of
1. at ground level—a minimum
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shape and dimensions to of 25m² directly accessed each unit, have a minimum area
suit the needs of the from living spaces; or of 25m2, and are directly
occupants; 2. if above ground accessible from the main living
2. receives adequate sunlight; level—12m² with a area.
and minimum width of 2.5
3. is designed and orientated metres accessed directly
to ensure privacy is from the living spaces.
maintained between uses.
OR
AO11.2 Private open space is
provided for each small dwelling
at the following rate:
1. at ground level—a minimum Not applicable
of 20m² directly accessed
from living spaces and
exclusive of clothes drying
area; or
2. if above ground level—9m²
with a minimum width of
2.5 metres accessed
directly from the living
spaces.
AO11.3 Private open space
contributing to the above
calculations has a maximum
gradient of 10% (1 in 10) and is
clear of any utilities such as gas, Can comply with AO11.3
water tanks and air conditioning
units.
PO12 Safe vehicular access is AO12.1 Development does not Complies with AO12.1
provided to and from the site gain direct access from any road Weyba Road is a 60km/hr zone.
without adversely impacting on with a legal speed limit of 80
the safety of the road network. kilometres per hour or above.
AO12.2 Where located on any Complies with AO12.2
road of a higher order than local Swept paths are currently being
road or where accommodating prepared and will be provided
three or more households, vehicle under separate cover.
manoeuvring areas are provided
on site such that vehicles enter
and leave the site in a forward
gear.
PO13 Sufficient on-site car AO13 Car parking is provided in Complies with AO13
parking is provided to accordance with Table 9.4.1.4 in 2 covered car parks and 1 visitor
accommodate the number and the Driveways and Parking Code park is provided to each unit.
type of vehicles likely to be
generated by the residential use
without impacting on the safety
or amenity of the adjoining
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streets.
PO14 Underground car parking No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
areas are designed to drain and
function safely during a flood
event and power failure.
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