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EFFECTS OF USE
Amenity N/A Not applicable – environmental impacts and mitigation
O1 will be addressed as part of future MCU applications.
Uses are located, designed and operated No solution provided Regardless, the proposed industrial subdivision is
to avoid significant adverse changes to considered appropriate for its locality.
the light, air quality, noise, accessibility or
other conditions enjoyed by users of
associated, adjoining or nearby uses.
Major Road Network Complies – the proposal does not impact on the visual
O2 amenity of Gympie Terrace.
Through traffic in Noosaville uses Gibson No solution provided
Road or Eenie Creek Road, ensuring the
visual amenity of Gympie Terrace is
protected with a consequent
enhancement of visitor and recreation
opportunities and benefit to businesses
along Gympie Terrace.
Visual amenity N/A Proposed Lot 103 has frontage to Gateway Drive only
O3 and will not be visible from the major road networks.
The visual amenity and character No solution provided
surrounding the major road network is Regardless, visual amenity and character will be
protected and enhances the recognisable addressed as part of future MCU applications.
entrance to Noosaville through—
a) retaining and enhancing the visual and
physical separation of Noosaville from
other localities; and
b) ensuring development does not
encroach upon existing native
vegetation along the road frontage
other than for accessways.
Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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Neighbourhood identities N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for residential
O4 development or located within a residential area.
The separate identities of the various No solution provided
residential neighbourhoods remain
important and distinct elements of the
residential character of Noosaville.
Airport N/A The site is not within 750m of the airport.
O5
Development and use of premises within No solution provided
750m of the airport do not cause an
obstruction or other potential hazard to Figure 11.1—Airport traffic area
aircraft movement associated with the
airport by the way of—
a) the physical intrusion of buildings or
other structures into aircraft take-off
and approach flight paths;
b) attracting birds or bats to the area,
which could cause or contribute to
bird-strike hazard;
c) providing very bright lighting or lighting
similar to runway lighting, which can
distract or confuse aircraft pilots;
d) interfering with navigation or
communication facilities;
e) emissions that may affect pilot visibility
or aircraft operations; and
f) transient intrusions into the airport’s
operational airspace.
See Figure 11.1 – Airport traffic area
Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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11.10 BUILT FORM – NOT APPLICABLE
The proposed development is for a Reconfiguration of a Lot only. Built form will be addressed as part of future MCU applications
11.11 ENVIRONMENT, CONSERVATION AND RECREATION
Environment and cultural heritage A/S Alternate Solution – to the extent required, vegetation
values No solution provided will be cleared in accordance with previous operational
O23 works approvals for clearing of vegetation (Council Ref:
There are no significant adverse effects Advisory note OPW12/0257).
on biodiversity, native vegetation, native PSP24 – Effluent Disposal details
fauna habitat, landscaped quality, water requirements for the design and siting of In accordance with Condition 1 of OPW12/0257,
quality or cultural heritage values, effluent disposal systems where located vegetation clearing must only commence in association
including those related to— outside a sewerage service area. with an approved operational works relating to an
a) changes to natural drainage; Compliance with PSP24 will be approved REC.
b) management of fire risk; considered as part of Council’s
c) erosion and the transport of sediments assessment of the plumbing and drainage It is expected that vegetation will be ultimatyely cleared
off site; application. in accordance with the conditions of approval provided
d) unmanaged public access; under OPW12/0257 and / or any subsequent
e) effluent disposal69; conditions package for the proposed development.
f) changes to fauna habitat and
behaviour; and
g) disturbance of buildings and features,
including natural features of cultural
heritage significance.
Open space network A/S Alternate Solution – to the extent required, vegetation
O24 S24.1 will be ultimately cleared in accordance with previous
An integrated open space network is Open space corridors and existing native operational works approvals (Council Ref:
established throughout the locality and— vegetation in areas indicated in Schedule OPW12/0257).
a) allows for both passive and active 5 – Map 4 are protected from
recreational pursuits; fragmentation and encroachment by Open space provisions have previously been
b) provides safe and convenient development. accommodated through the dedication of Park Lot 300.
connectivity for pedestrians and
cyclists to neighbourhood centres,
community services and other key
destinations such as public open
Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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space, the Noosa River and Wallace
Estate;
c) provides habitat connectivity for
wildlife;
d) protects watercourses and drainage
lines in the lowlands; and
e) forms a scenic backdrop for the
locality’s residential neighbourhoods.
and
O25 S25.1 N/A Not applicable – open space provisions have
Physical and visual links between public No solution provided previously been accommodated through the dedication
open space areas and watercourses are of Park Lot 300.
retained.
Further, the Noosaville Biodiversity Overlay (Map
OM8.1) does not identify the presence of any
watercourses within proximity to the site.
Pedestrian and bicycle pathways N/A Not applicable – the subject site is not identified as
O26 S26.1 containing or being adjacent to a pedestrian or bicycle
Safe and convenient pedestrian and Pedestrian and bicycle pathways are pathway as identified in Schedule 5.l
bicycle pathways are provided and provided and retained where indicated in
retained between and around key Schedule 5 – Map 2; and
destinations including—
a) an east-west link between the S26.2 The proposal will comply and can be conditioned
Tewantin & Doonan Locality and the Contributions toward a Pathways Network accordingly.
Noosa Heads Locality along the are provided in accordance with PSP20.
Noosa River foreshore; and
b) a north-south link between the Shire
Business Centre and Wallace Park to
the Noosa River foreshore.
Foreshore character N/A Not applicable – the site is not adjacent to the
O27 foreshore.
The natural landscape character and No solution provided.
vegetation along the foreshore areas of
the Noosa River, Lakes Doonella and
Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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Weyba and Eenie Creek, Noosa National
Park, Keyser Island and Weyba Creek
Conservation Parks is protected.
Watercourses N/A Not applicable – the site is not adjacent to the Noosa
O28 River.
The environmental, economic, amenity No solution provided.
and transportation values of the Noosa
River system is protected.
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES AND PROBABLE SOLUTIONS FOR THE INDUSTRY ZONE
CONSISTENT USES
O185 N/A Not applicable – this application does not include a
The following defined uses and use No solution provided MCU component however it is envisages that
classes are consistent uses and are compatible use will be establish on the site in the future
located in the Industry Zone— in keeping with the industrial nature of the immediate
a) Industrial business Types 1 or 2; area.
b) Retail business Types 3, 5 or 6;
c) Retail business Type 4 if a vehicle In this respect, proposed Lot 103 is considered suitable
sales premises and located with to accommodate a future industrial uses and has been
frontage to Lionel Donovan Drive; prepared in accordance with the requirements specified
d) Emergency Service Type 2; under Table 14.10 – Industrial Business of the
e) Service and utility; Business Use Code. In order to demonstrate this, a
f) Transport Types 1, 2 or 3; and Conceptual Industrial Development Plan has been
g) Ancillary dwelling unit. prepared by Group 4 Architects (refer Appendix D).
INCONSISTENT USES
O186 N/A Not applicable – this application does not include a
The following defined uses and use No solution provided MCU component.
classes are inconsistent uses and are not
located in the Industry Zone—
a) All Agricultural Uses;
b) Commercial business;
Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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c) Entertainment and dining business;
d) Home-based business;
e) Industrial business Type 3
f) Retail business Types 1, 2 or 7;
g) Retail business Type 4 if not a
vehicle sales premises located with
frontage to Lionel Donovan Drive
h) Education;
i) Emergency Service Type 1;
j) Open Space;
k) Wellbeing;
l) Transport Types 4, 5 or 6;
m) Detached house;
n) Multiple housing; and
o) Visitor accommodation
11.54 EFFECTS OF USE – NOT APPLICABLE
The proposed development is for a Reconfiguration of a Lot only. Effects of use will be addressed as part of future MCU applications
11.55 BUILT FORM – NOT APPLICABLE – NOT APPLICABLE
The proposed development is for a Reconfiguration of a Lot only. Built form will be addressed as part of future MCU applications
Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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Lot Size and Dimensions
O1 S1.1 (a) Complies – proposed Lot 101 is (2.259ha &
Lots have the appropriate area33 and If for reconfiguration other than 1,267m2 in parts) and proposed Lot 103 is
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dimensions to provide for— community title subdivision, Council will 4,073m . Both lots achieve the minimum width
(a) the intended use and, if not intended require the following— requirements.
to be used by the Council or State for (a) Minimum lot area and minimum (b) Not applicable – the proposal is not for residential
community infrastructure, average width consistent with the development.
conservation purposes or public relevant provisions of Table 14-68;
utilities including road widening are and
not less than the minimum sizes (b) If for residential development—
specified in Table 14-62—Minimum (i) the minimum house site area is
Allotment Areas; and not less than that specified in
(b) if for residential development— Table 14-69; and
(i) a house site area of not less than (ii) if not in a sewerage service area
that specified in Table 14-63; and an effluent disposal area is
(ii) if not within a sewerage service provided.
area, an effluent disposal area;
(c) for community title subdivision, the
minimum lot sizes for the intended
uses are not less than identified for
the relevant zone specified in Table
14-68.
(d) siting and construction of buildings to
minimise risk of soil erosion, landslide,
flooding and bushfire;
(e) siting and construction of buildings to
minimise detrimental impacts of
effluent disposal and water quality
impacts;
(f) retention of natural environmental
values, including native vegetation;
(g) retention of cultural features and
protect views to cultural features;
(h) minimisation of earthworks or
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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retaining walls associated with
building construction on steep slopes;
(i) private and public open space and on-
site landscaped areas; and
(j) convenient vehicle access and on-site
parking, loading and manoeuvring
areas.
NOOSA NORTH SHORE LOCALITY – NOT APPLICABLE
LAKE MACDONALD WATER SUPPLY CATCHMENT AREA – NOT APPLICABLE
LOT LAYOUT
O4 S4.1 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not a residential
Subdivision of land for residential Lots are arranged to front streets and development.
development provides for a neighbourhood public open space; and
with a strong and positive identity
through— S4.2 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not a residential
(a) legible streets and open space Rear lots have views over public open development.
networks; space; and
(b) integrating prominent site features,
including landmarks, native vegetation S4.3 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not a residential
and views into the design; Lots intended for urban settlement are development.
(c) the location of community, retail and located within 1km of retail or commercial
commercial facilities at focal points uses or land within a commercial zone.
either within convenient walking
distance for residents where the
development is urban settlement or
within reasonable vehicular proximity;
(d) the location of lots intended for urban
settlement within proximity of retail
and commercial facilties;
(e) shared use of public facilities by
adjoining communities;
(f) enhancement of personal safety and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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minimisation of potential for crime,
vandalism and fear by maximising
opportunities for casual surveillance of
public spaces; and
(g) establishment of a sense of place.
O5 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not a residential
House site areas are— No solution provided. development.
(a) located at least 50m from any land
including within a national park,
conservation park, state forest
reserve, nature refuge, coordinated
conservation area or wilderness area;
and
(b) not located on steep slopes.
O6 S6.1 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not a residential
Lots for residential development are A variety of lot sizes and shapes is development.
designed to ensure variety in residential provided within the subdivision.
streetscapes.
O7 S7.1 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
The street network— Where involving the construction of a new
(a) has design features, which convey the road, road planning and design supports
primary function of each type of street the hierarchy and functional aspects
and encourage driver behaviour, identified in Sections 2 and 3 of PSP5
speeds and traffic volumes that are Engineering Design Standards – Roads,
safe and appropriate to that function; Drainage and Earthworks; and
(b) provides a high level of internal
accessibility both within the site and to S7.2 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
external sites and appropriate external Road and pathway planning and design is
connections for vehicles, pedestrian in accordance with, in order of
and cycle movements; precedence—
(c) deters through-traffic from residential (a) Noosa Integrated Local Transport
areas and creates safe conditions for Plan;
local road users, pedestrians and (b) Queensland Transport’s Shaping Up
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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cyclists; (c) Queensland Design Code for
(d) incorporates street junctions and Residential Streets;
access to lots that are located and (d) AUSTROADS Guide to Traffic
spaced to facilitate safe and Engineering Practice;
convenient vehicle movements; (e) Sections 2 and 3 of PSP5
(e) provides for street widths and lengths Engineering Design Standards-
that optimise the cost effectiveness of Roads, Drainage and Earthworks;
the network and the provision of public (f) The Noosa Cycling and Walking
utilities; Network Development Plan; or
(f) provides for road reserve widths not (g) A combination of the principles in
less than the minimum identified these documents; and
Section 2.3 of PSP5 Engineering
Design Standards – Roads, Drainage S7.3 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
and Earthworks; The achievement of multiple connections
(g) minimises the extent of earthworks for all roads and streets (excluding culs-
required by being sympathetic to the de-sac) within the subdivision and to
terrain; adjoining subdivisions; and
(h) has no significant adverse effects on
habitat corridors or areas of significant S7.4 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
native vegetation; Road networks provide connectivity
(i) does not create noise attenuation between residential areas, both internally
difficulties; and to adjoining sites, using access roads
(j) incorporates pedestrian and cyclist and
crossings at intersections or where
required to access high activity nodes S7.5 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
and public transport; The length of a cul-de-sac does not
(k) has regard to the potential for conflict exceed 200m in urban areas and 500m in
between vehicles, pedestrians and rural areas; and
cyclists; and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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(l) incorporates on-road cycling facilities. S7.6 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
The layout uses street and road design,
including variations in carriageway width,
as a traffic calming measure to encourage
lower traffic speeds. (Note: Carriageway
widths are identified in Section 2.3 of
PSP5 Engineering Design Standards –
Roads, Drainage and Earthworks.) and
S7.7 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
On-road cycling treatment is utilized to
provide safe and continuous movement of
cyclists along a roadway such as--
(a) sealed shoulders;
(b) wide kerbside lane;
(c) exclusive or peak period bicycle lane;
(d) advisory treatments such as Bicycle
Awareness Zone;
(e) shared parking / bicycle lane;
(f) contra flow bicycle lane; or
(g) bus/bicycle lane; and
S7.8 N/A Not applicable – no new road is proposed.
The provision of bicycle lanes at
intersections is generally in accordance
with AUSTROADS Part 14, section 5 and
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD) Part 9.
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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O8 S8.1 Complies – Subdivision design and layout provides for
The development contains a pathway Subdivision design and layout provides for walking and cycling routes to be implemented if
system that encourages walking and walking and cycling routes designed and required.
cycling and provides a safe environment constructed in accordance with—
for users, and is-- (a) Sections 2 and 3 of PSP5
(a) a stable, smooth surface, including Engineering Design Standards –
across driveways, sections and joins; Roads, Drainage and Earthworks;
(b) easily maintained; (b) AUSTROADS Parts 13 and 14; and
(c) of a width and longitudinal gradient to (c) The Noosa Cycling and Walking
cater for projected usage Network Development Plan; and
(d) inclusive of clear sight-lines for safe
use; S8.2 N/A Not Applicable – the site is not within 1km of the
(e) be free of any obstructions such as If within 1km of the Pathways Network Pathways Network.
fences, signage and bollards. identified on Map 2 of Schedule 5, the
subdivision design and layout includes
pathways—
(a) located in accordance with the
Pathways Network identified on Map
2 of Schedule 5; or
(b) linking to the Pathways Network
identified on Map 2 of Schedule 535;
and
S8.3 N/A Not Applicable.
Pedestrian routes are planned to provide
clear, safe connections between
residential, open space, transit stops and
retail areas, and are located along, or are
visible from, streets or other public
spaces; and
S8.4 N/A Not Applicable.
Primary pedestrian routes border the
frontages of residential, public parks and
business uses; and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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S8.5 N/A Not Applicable – this application does not seek
Pedestrian routes through parking lots or approval for a corresponding MCU component.
at the rear of lots are avoided; and Pedestrian routes through parking lots will be provided
as part of future MCU applications.
S8.6 N/A Not Applicable – this application does not seek
Pedestrian and cycle path infrastructure is approval for a corresponding MCU component.
designed and constructed to— Pedestrian and cycle will be legible and can be
(a) have sign posting, particularly where conditioned accordingly as part of any future MCU.
they are commuter and recreational
paths, and incorporate pavement
markings and line work in accordance
with AUSTROADS Part 14 Bicycles,
Section 9;
(b) have navigational signs generally in
accordance with the Manual for
Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Bicycle Directional Signage
Guidelines, and Australian Standard
1742.9: 2000 Manual of Uniform
Traffic Control Devices Bicycle
Facilities;
(c) be clearly delineated by pavement
markings and warning signs when an
on-road bicycle lane;
(d) incorporate kerb ramps at all
intersections and designated
crossings;
(e) have refuge islands on all roads with
median strips;
(f) have holding rails for cyclists at the
intersection of district collector,
subarterial and arterial roads that are
positioned in accordance with
Australian Standard 1742.9:2000 –
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control
Devices Bicycle Facilities, and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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AUSTROADS Part 14 Bicycles
Section 9;
(g) have marked bicycle lanes, bicycle
awareness zones or storage boxes;
and
(h) Include lighting to pedestrian and
cycle pathways to local government
requirements and in accordance with
Australian Standard 1583.1 Road
Lighting – Pedestrian area (Category
P) lighting.
O9 S9.1 Complies – pedestrian and cycle connectivity can be
The subdivision layout is designed to Where there is no relevant approved provided along the street frontage to adjoining
facilitate linkages with adjoining sites in the master plan, concept plan, or site analysis properties and can be conditioned accordingly.
immediate area. plan, subdivision design incorporates
future road, street, cycleway and
pedestrian path and open space
connections to adjoining sites.
O10 Complies – the site adjoins industrial development on
Where the lots are to be used for No solution provided. 2 sides. The greenbelt adjacent to Gateway Drive
Industrial business or Commercial (opposite side) provides a suitable buffer between the
business uses, the layout provides for site and the surrounding residential area.
appropriate buffer areas, to mitigate
possible impacts on nearby residences or
other noise sensitive uses.
O11 N/A Not applicable – the site is not within the Rural
For lots in the Rural Settlement Zone—a No solution provided. Settlement Zone.
sealed access to the nearest urban
settlement is available.
WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE FIGHTING
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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O12 S12.1 Complies – each lot will be provided with the required
An adequate and accessible water supply Each lot is connected to a reticulated service.
is provided for fire fighting purposes. water supply that is reliable and conforms
to Council’s Standards; or
S12.2 N/A Not applicable – the site is within a service area.
For areas not in a water service area,
each lot has an accessible dam or a
dedicated water tank for fire fighting and
contains not less than 5,000 litres per
dwelling unit; and
S12.3 N/A Not applicable.
All tanks are fitted with a coupling suitable
for attachment to fire fighting appliances.
Energy Efficiency
O13 S13.1 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a community
The street and lot orientation facilitates the For Community Title Development or title or residential development.
construction of energy efficient buildings urban residential development each lot
that respond to the local climate contains a rectangular house site area
conditions. and where the long axis is within 20 degrees
of true North and has minimum
dimensions of—
(a) if the lot is between 450m2 and
599m2- 10m x 15m; or
(b) if the lot is less than 450m2 - 9m x
15m. and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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S13.2 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a community
Community Title Development lots are title development.
generally rectangular in shape and have a
maximum slope of—
(a) 10% (1:10); and
(b) 5% (1:20) when measured from the
front to the rear of the lot.
O14 S14.1 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a residential
For residential development, the No Solution provided development.
subdivision design provides for the
maximum practicable number of lots with
house site areas that—
(a) maximise solar access to the north in
winter;
(b) minimise solar access to the east and
west in the summer;
(c) maximise access to any prevailing
summer breezes; and
(d) minimise exposure to prevailing winter
winds.
INFRASTRUCTURE
O15 S15.1 Complies – each lot will be provided with the required
Each lot is capable of being serviced by All lots are connected to power supply service.
appropriate levels of— and telecommunications services; and
(e) water supply;
(f) reticulated sewerage;
(g) stormwater drainage;
(h) power supply; and
(i) telecommunications; and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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O16 S16.1 Complies – each lot will be provided with the required
The design and provision of public For lots in urban settlements—power service.
services and utilities, including sewerage, supply and communications infrastructure
water, electricity, street lighting and are provided underground; or
telecommunication services—
(a) meets the needs of users; S16.2 N/A Not applicable – refer to S16.1.
(b) ensures health, safety and For lots elsewhere—power supply and
convenience of the community; communications infrastructure are
(c) protects the natural environmental provided underground unless—
values of the site and surrounds, (a) located in the Rural Zone or Rural
including visual amenity and native Settlement Zone and where not in a
vegetation; Bushfire Hazard Area as defined on
(d) are cost effective over their life cycle; Overlay Maps OM1.4-OM9.4;
(e) minimises adverse impacts to the (b) new low voltage lines can be strung
environment (including the amenity of from poles carrying existing high
the local area) in the short and long voltage lines; or
term; and (c) no extensions to the existing
(f) ensures that the existing systems are reticulation network is necessary; or
upgraded or relocated to be capable (d) it is necessary to cross a body of
of supporting the proposed water; and
development; and
S16.3 Complies – the development will be provided with the
Street lighting is provided in accordance required service and can be conditioned accordingly.
with Section 3.19 of PSP5 Engineering
Design Standards – Roads, Drainage and
Earthworks; and
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S16.4 N/A Not applicable – the subject site is within a sewerage
For lots not within a sewerage service service area.
area—the lot has sufficient area and other
attributes to ensure sustainable on-site
sewerage disposal36;
Advisory note
PSP24 – Effluent Disposal details
requirements for the design and siting of
effluent disposal systems where located
outside a sewerage service area.
Compliance with PSP24 will be
considered as part of Council’s
assessment of the plumbing and drainage
application.
O17 S17.1 Complies – the proposal will comply and can be
Essential public utilities are available and Components of the infrastructure that are conditioned accordingly.
maintain their function during flood events likely to fail or may result in contamination
up to a 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood are—
event. (a) located above the level of a 1% AEP
(1:100 year ARI) flood event; or
(b) designed and constructed to exclude
water inundation or infiltration and
resist hydrostatic and hydrodynamic
forces as a result of inundation.
Electricity Supply Infrastructure N/A Not applicable – this application is for a ROL only and
O18 S18.1 does not include an MCU or buildings works
Uses and works maintain a safe distance Building footprints are situated clear of component. Regardless, the site does not contain any
from electrical infrastructure including any power easements on-site; and power easements.
substations, overhead power lines, power
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poles and transformers. S18.2 N/A Not applicable – this application is for a ROL only and
Building footprints are not less than 50m does not include an MCU or buildings works
from an existing fenced electricity component. Regardless, the site is not within 50m of a
substation. fenced electricity substation.
EARTHWORKS AND STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
O19 Complies – stormwater will be appropriately managed
Stormwater run-off is managed so as not No solution provided and can be conditioned accordingly.
to cause any adverse impacts on the built
or natural environment including changes
in quality, quantity or location of
stormwater discharges.
O20 Complies – stormwater will be appropriately managed
Filling or excavation only occurs where it No solution provided and can be conditioned accordingly.
does not adversely impact on—
a) watercourses, drainage lines and
wetlands; or
b) vegetation on land identified on
Biodiversity Overlay Maps OM1.1-OM9.1;
or
c) water levels on properties elsewhere.
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LANDSCAPING AND VISUAL AMENITY
O22 S22.1 Complies – no bulk earthworks are proposed.
Land development responds to the The natural landform and landscape are
distinctive landscape character of the site not modified to accommodate the
by utilising the natural features of the site, development.
which include—
a) watercourses and drainage lines;
b) significant trees;
c) understorey vegetation;
d) rock outcrops; and
e) views.
O23 S23.1 A/S Alternate Solution – to the extent required, vegetation
Native vegetation, including individual Buffers of existing native vegetation will be ultimately cleared in accordance with Condition
mature trees are retained, protected, around site boundaries and 1 of previous operational works approvals for clearing
maintained and supplemented, with environmentally sensitive areas are vegetation (Council Ref: OPW12/0257).
particular consideration given to— retained and reinforced through additional
a) roadsides; planting; and
b) the amenity of adjoining land uses; and
c) the protection of environmentally S23.2 N/A Not applicable – the site is not included within either
sensitive areas. For reconfiguring in the Rural Zone and the Rural Zone or Rural Settlement Zone.
Rural Settlement Zone—
a) a 10m landscaped buffer area is
provided along road frontages;
b) clearing and disturbance to vegetation
is minimised around road works, laying of
services and utilities and construction of
property entrances;
c) revegetation of disturbed areas occurs
after completion of works; and
d) planting of clusters of trees along the
road reserves to form a tree canopy cover
is provided
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O24 S24.1 A/S Alternate Solution – to the extent required, vegetation
Buildings and other structures do not have All lots include a building envelope that will be ultimately cleared in accordance with Condition
a significant adverse impact upon the enables buildings and structures to be 1 of previous operational works approvals for clearing
visual amenity of surrounding areas. sited so they do not— vegetation (Council Ref: OPW12/0257).
a) protrude above ridgelines; or
b) result in the unnecessary removal of
vegetation from the site.
OPEN SPACE
O25 S25.1 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
Public open space is design and located A minimum of 10% of the total site area, is
to— provided as public open space; or
a) provide for a range of recreational
settings and accommodate adequate and S25.2 Complies – can be implemented through preparation of
appropriate facilities to meet the needs of Park contributions are paid in accordance an Infrastructure Charges Notice.
the community; with PSP12 Public Open Space
b) provide a range of safe and easily Contributions; and
accessible recreational opportunities for
the community, except where dedicated S25.3 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
for conservation purposes; A park has direct road frontages of a
c) contribute to the legibility, accessibility minimum of 25% of the total allotment
and character of the locality; boundary of the park to provide physical
d) create attractive environment settings access and visibility; and
and focal points;
e) facilitate appropriate measures for S25.4 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
stormwater and flood management; Recreational facilities (including
f) enable the retention and protection of playgrounds, pergolas, barbeques etc.)
significant vegetation, wetlands, within a dedicated open space area are
watercourses, drainage lines and other setback a minimum of 30m from the top of
native habitat areas, their associated the bank of a watercourse and 10 from
buffers and linkages/corridors and natural the top of the bank of a drainage line; and
and cultural features; and
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g) be cost effective to maintain38. and S25.5 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
Land intended for public open space
complements existing adjacent and
surrounding open space areas and
provides linkages to these areas; and
S25.6 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
Open space is provided adjacent to
watercourses, with roads servicing the
linear parkland and lots located on the
opposite side of the road to the
watercourse.
O26 S26.1 N/A Not applicable – the site is not located within the Open
The natural environmental and cultural Land in the Open Space Conservation Space Conservation Zone.
values of land in the Open Space Zone is retained in one contiguous lot.
Conservation Zone is not adversely
affected by subdivision, and land in
freehold tenure in this zone is not
subdivided.
O27 S27.1 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
Adequate land is provided for active Active parkland is of a compact shape
recreation and is of a physical standard free of irregular boundaries and is no less
and condition suitable for the intended than 1ha in size; and
uses and is not subject to physical or other
constraints including contamination, S27.2 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
biophysical constraints or legislative At least 60% of the active parkland
protection that would encumber it use. provided within the development is
unencumbered by legislation or covenants
that would restrict its use for active
recreation; and
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S27.3 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
Active parkland is located on land that is
exclusive of—
a) flood inundation below the 20% AEP
(1:5 year ARI level);
b) land affected by stormwater or overland
flow discharge from adjacent allotments;
c) drainage reserves and detention
basins, which cannot be shown to safely
and effectively contribute to the network of
parks and open space areas;
d) land with a slope, or subject to cut and
fill with a batter slope, that exceeds a
slope of 15% (1:67);
e) areas of land less than 15m wide, such
as access and service and utility
easements;
f) land required to serve primarily as a
buffer area to any existing development or
major transport corridor; and
g) power easements. and
S27.4 N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
At least 10% of the total open space
provision for active parkland is exclusive
of flood inundation below the 1% AEP
(1:100 year ARI level or the highest
recorded flood level, whichever is the
greatest.
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Availability and Protection of Resources N/A Not applicable – refer to S25.2.
O28 S28.1
Development does not limit the potential No additional lots are created within Areas
for the utilisation of extractive resources by of Potential Extractive or Mining Resource
creating conflicts of interest. Influence shown on Overlay Maps
OM1.5—OM9.5.
ROAD AND RAIL CORRIDORS
O29 S29.1 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a residential
Lots for residential development are not Lots intended for residential development development.
subjected to high traffic noise levels from are separated by a minimum of—
the major road network or rail corridors. a) 40m from the property boundary of
roads within the major road network; and
b) 80m from the property boundary of rail
corridors; or
S29.2 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a residential
Development in the vicinity of road development.
corridors meets the following external
design criteria for roads in the major road
network— 63dB(A)L10 (18hours) based
on predicted traffic volumes ten years
hence; or
S29.3 N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a residential
Development in the vicinity of rail development.
corridors meets the following external
design level noise criteria—
a) 65dB(a), assessed as the 24hour
average equivalent continuous Aweighted
sound pressure level; and
b) 87dB(A), assessed as a single
event maximum sound pressure level.
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ACCESS EASEMENTS
O30 S30.1 N/A Not applicable – no access easements are proposed.
Access easements are in appropriate Access easements are designed in
locations for safe access and egress, and accordance Sections 2 and 3 of PSP5
supply appropriate widths and levels of Engineering Design Standards – Roads,
service for the number of vehicles that will Drainage and Earthworks.
utilise them.
TRAFFIC
O31 S31.1 N/A Not applicable – no upgrades to external roads are
Traffic generated by the development is Any required upgrading of external roads proposed.
within the acceptable capacity of external to the necessary standard to cater for the
roads and does not have an adverse expected traffic numbers is undertaken at
impact upon the functioning of the road no cost to Council.
network40.
NOOSA TRAIL NETWORK – NOT APPLICABLE
COOROIBAH LOCALITY – NOT APPLICABLE
RESIDENTIAL USES – NOT APPLICABLE
BUSINESS USES
Location N/A Not applicable – the proposal is not for a community
O39 title subdivision.
Community title subdivisions intended for No solution provided.
Business Uses only occur in the--
a) Shire Business Centre Zone; or
b) Business Centre Zone; or
c) Industry Zone; or
d) Neighbourhood Centre Zone; or
e) Visitor Mixed Use Zone.
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Provision of Services and Facilities Complies – lot layout supports the future development
O40 of the site for business uses.
Adequate areas on site are provided for No solution provided.
vehicular parking, private and communal
open space, landscaping and site facilities
to meet the needs of users.
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Streetscape and Amenity N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O1 Sufficient landscaped areas are S1.1 Landscaped areas, not less than the of future MCU applications.
provided to— minimum areas and dimensions specified
(a) enhance the visual amenity and in Tables 14-53 or 14-54, are provided
natural landscape character of the and maintained.
area, streetscape and local area; S1.2 Landscaping is designed, planted N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
(b) retain natural landscape features, and maintained in accordance with PSP3 of future MCU applications.
such as rock outcrops and existing Landscaping Plants and Guidelines.
large trees;
(c) retain existing native vegetation and
enhance buffer areas around property
boundaries;
(d) suit the relative size and nature of the
development and its setting;
(e) reduce the visual impact of large or
bulky structures and fencing along
waterways; and
(f) conceal service, carparking and
loading areas of developments;
(g) screen incompatible land uses; and
(h) h) provide privacy between any
dwelling units and accommodation
units on and adjoining the site.
Building and Landscape Design N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O2 Site layout and building and landscape S2.1 Below ground components of of future MCU applications.
design— buildings do not extend beyond the above
(a) provides for soft landscaping to be ground footprint to allow for landscaping
established in and around the particularly within building setback areas;
development; AND
(b) maximises the retention of large S2.2 Basement carparks do not encroach N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
canopy trees; into building setback areas; of future MCU applications.
(c) within the Eastern Beaches Locality AND
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and Noosa Heads Locality, avoids the S2.3 Plants are grouped in mulched beds N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
removal of heath vegetation, except rather than planted individually to provide of future MCU applications.
where required for internal roads and for optimum growing conditions and less
service and infrastructure construction; maintenance;
(d) minimises the extent of impervious AND
paved areas; S2.4 Landscaping is designed, planted N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
(e) provides for suitable plant layouts and and maintained in accordance with PSP3 of future MCU applications.
densities; and Landscaping Plants and Guidelines
(f) facilitates the adoption of appropriate
planting techniques.
Species selection N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O3 Landscaped areas include plant S3.1 Plantings— of future MCU applications.
species that— (a) comprise plant species identified for
(a) are appropriate to the biophysical the relevant landscape character
conditions and landscape character of area in PSP3 Landscaping Plants
the area; and Guidelines; and
(b) are suitable for the space available, (b) avoid undesirable plant species
the level of visual and climatic identified in PSP3 Landscaping
exposure, the functional requirements Plants and Guidelines.
of the site and the scale of the OR
development; S3.2 For landscaping around pool N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
(c) provide for appropriate levels of shade areas— of future MCU applications.
and sunlight to occupants of the a) no more than 30% of the landscaped
development throughout the year; area is a mixture of plants of local
(d) minimise the demand for water use; origin and exotic plant species,
(e) in road reserves, provide street trees undesirable plants identified in PSP3
with effective canopy shade having Landscaping Plants and Guidelines;
regard to the size and scale of the and
road reserve and the location of b) palms are specifically located in group
services and other structures; plantings in accordance with PSP3
(f) for street trees in towns are villages, Landscaping Plants and Guidelines;
are consistent with the existing and
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streetscape character; S3.3 Root guards are utilised around N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
(g) do not cause potential damage to species with potentially invasive roots. of future MCU applications.
buildings or structures;
(h) are not harmful to pedestrians,
particularly around schools, childcare
centres, shopping areas and other
high pedestrian areas;
(i) in intensively used environments, can
endure high levels of activity; and
(j) for rural residential developments, are
best suited to less intensive
maintenance and low availability of
water for gardens.
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Safety and security N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O4 Landscaping is designed and located S4.1 No solution provided. of future MCU applications.
to maximise the safety and security of
public and private areas by—
(a) clearly defining the boundaries
between private and public spaces;
(b) promoting casual surveillance of
buildings and public areas from the
street and other public areas for
personal security reasons;
(c) avoiding concealment spots; and
(d) maintaining safe site distances to and
from road and building corners,
carpark entrances and driveways (see
Figure 14-17);
(e) maintain safe site distances at planting
bed ends within carparks;
(f) protecting solid fences from graffiti by
incorporating elements such as
landscaping, creepers, murals or
vandal resistant paint; and
(g) separating and defining pedestrian
and vehicle circulation routes.
Figure 14-16— Landscaping allows for
adequate
safe vision at driveways and
intersections
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O5 The provision of landscaping is to a S5.1 Landscaping provided which allows N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
satisfactory standard ensuring that it does adequate visibility for casual surveillance of future MCU applications.
not lead to opportunities for concealment of public and semi-public spaces,
and possible assault sites including entrances and exits to sites and
buildings, by:
(a) planting trees which have clean trunks
to a height of at least 1.8 m; and
(b) appropriately spacing shrubs at 1.2m
horizontal centres, with a maximum
height of 0.75m, to avoid clumping
and to retain sightlines.
O6 Street trees and plantings in towns and S6.1 Street trees and trees in carparking N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
villages, carparks and other areas where areas achieve a maximum of 900mm of future MCU applications.
potential conflicts with vehicles and clear trunk height for a 2.0m high tree at
pedestrians are evident, are planted so as planting and are able to attain a clear
to maximise vehicle and pedestrian safety. trunk height of 1900mm on maturity;
S6.2 All scrub planting to be a maximum N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
height of 700mm from the road pavement of future MCU applications.
(not top of kerb).
Services and utilities N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O7 All landscaping works maintain S7.1 Plant species used in landscaping of future MCU applications.
adequate safe distance from services and adjacent to substations, or adjacent to or
utilities including substations, overhead on electricity transmission line easements,
powerlines, power poles and transformers, are less than 4m high at maturity and do
street lamps, stormwater catchment pits, not encroach within 3m of a substation
and underground services and utilities. boundary;
OR
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S7.2 For trees higher than 4m, trees are N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
planted at a distance from any part of an of future MCU applications.
electricity transmission line at least equal
to the expected height of the tree at
maturity (see Figure 14-17);
Figure 14-17
S7.3 For power lines that connect to a N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
premises, the height of plant species at of future MCU applications.
maturity provides for a 2m clearance
below the power line; (see Figure 14-18)
Figure 14-18
S7.4 Trees and large scrubs are located a N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
minimum of— of future MCU applications.
(a) 5m from electricity poles and pillars;
(b) 4m from street lamps;
(c) 2m from stormwater catchment pits;
and
(d) 2m from underground services and
utilities;
AND
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S7.5 Plants are located to enable N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
tradespersons to access, view and of future MCU applications.
inspect service meters, such as water and
electricity meters;
AND
S7.6 Root barriers are installed around N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
trees that are located within 3m of any of future MCU applications.
infrastructures or that have potentially
invasive roots.
Entry statements N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O8 Tree and plant massing are the S8.1 No solution provided. of future MCU applications.
dominant features of entry statements to
residential or commercial estates and are
integrated with the landscape theme of the
estate and the natural landscape character
of the locality, rather than the entry being
dominated by build elements such as
masonary walls, waterfalls and assembled
rock outcrops. (see Figure 14-20).
O9 Entry statements are low maintenance. S9.1 Entry statements are low N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
maintenance and located entirely within of future MCU applications.
Figure 14-19 Typical estate entrance privately owned land.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR MULTIPLE HOUSING & VISITOR ACCOMMODATION – NOT APPLICABLE
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESS USES – NOT APPLICABLE
OPEN SPACE AREAS AND ROAD RESERVES – NOT APPLICABLE
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ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AND CONSERVATION
Watercourses and drainage lines N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O24 Landscaping works along No solution provided. of future MCU applications.
watercourses and drainage lines—
(a) retains and enhances the existing
riparian vegetation including
understorey; and
(b) rehabilitates and revegetates
degraded riparian zones to filter
stormwater run-off and provide for
native wildlife habitat; and
(c) avoids slashing and turfing of
waterway edges and drainage lines;
and
(d) avoids engineering design solutions,
such as concrete drains; and
(e) use natural materials in the
construction of boardwalks, bridges
and similar structures to blend with the
natural environment.
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Wildlife Habitat Protection
O25 Landscaping retains and enhances S25.1 For Koala Habitat Areas shown in N/A Not applicable – the site is not within a Koala Habitat
habitats and corridors for native wildlife Schedule 7— Area.
by— (a) a minimum of 70% of tree species
(a) replicating adjacent remnant planted on the premises are koala
vegetation, including understorey food trees listed in PSP3
vegetation; Landscaping Plants and Guidelines;
(b) siting landscaped areas to and
complement and enhance existing (b) where koala access is impeded by a
vegetation; fence or retaining wall—
(c) retaining old trees (including dead i. climbing poles are erected at
trees) with hollows for local native regular intervals along the
fauna habitat; and structure at an approximate 45
(d) creating or enhancing vegetation degree angle on either side of the
linkages between existing habitats; structure;
(e) minimising adverse effects to koalas ii. plant vegetation within close
by planting and retaining appropriate proximity (branches touching) on
tree species and facilitating koala either side of the fence to provide
movement in koala habitat areas27. a natural ladder; and
iii. install panels or planks
horizontally along the top of the
fence to provide a walkway, where
appropriate; and
(c) choose fence materials, such as a
timber post-and-rail or chain wire,
that a koala can easily grip and climb
or leave a minimum 300mm gap
between ground level and the first rail
or strand of any fence; and
(d) where there is a swimming pool in the
landscape design likely to be
accessible to koalas, a rope is
provided to enable koalas to climb
out of the pool;
AND
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Performance Criteria and Acceptable Solutions
PROBABLE SOLUTIONS COUNCIL USE
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA SOLUTIONS* COMMENTS
(IF CODE ASSESSABLE) ONLY
S25.2 Vegetation of local origin is retained A/S Alternate Solution – to the extent required, vegetation
and replanted in areas indicated in will be cleared in accordance with previous operational
Schedule 5 on Map 4 - Open Space works approvals (Council Ref: OPW12/0257)
Networks.
Water management N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O26 Landscaping works promote the S26.1 The infiltration and conservation of of future MCU applications.
effective use of water through appropriate water is optimised through—
plant selection and layout and by (a) selecting native plant species
maximising opportunities for water identified in PSP3 Landscaping
infiltration. Plants and Guidelines;
(b) grouping plants in mulched beds;
(c) minimising impervious surfaces;
(d) using semi-pervious pavement
surfaces; such as grass cell paving,
as a alternative to pervious surfaces
(e) draining hard surfaces areas to
landscaped areas;
(f) planting microphytes along driveways
to absorb hydrocarbons; and
(g) using surface and subsurface
drainage swales.
Soil stability N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
O27 Landscaping works are design and No solution provided. of future MCU applications.
sited to ensure the stability of soils and
minimise sediment and erosion activity,
particularly on steep slopes and in
landslide hazard areas, making use of soft
landscaping rather than hard landscaping
solutions wherever possible.
CARPARKING AREAS – NOT APPLICABLE
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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Performance Criteria and Acceptable Solutions
MINIMUM DIMENSIONS, AREAS COUNCIL USE
ZONE SOLUTIONS* COMMENTS
AND WORKS ONLY
TABLE 14-55—STANDARD MINIMUM LANDSCAPED AREAS, DIMENSIONS AND WORKS FOR ZONES
Industry Zone Minimum area—15% of the site area. N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
Minimum dimensions— of future MCU applications.
a) Frontage—
iii) Standard—6m width; and
iv) Exceptions—
A) 4.5m for secondary road
frontages where the premises
has frontage to more than 1
road; and
B) 2m width for frontage adjacent
to uncovered visitor car
parking; and
b) Side boundaries—
v) Standard—3m width; or
vi) Exceptions—
A) 6m width along all boundaries
that adjoin premises in the
Rural Settlement Zone and
10m width along all boundaries
that adjoin premises in any
other residential zone; and
B) No requirement for boundaries
that adjoin land in the Industry
Zone.
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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Performance Criteria and Acceptable Solutions
COUNCIL USE
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA ACCEPTABLE SOLUTIONS SOLUTIONS* COMMENTS
ONLY
DRIVEWAYS AND CARPARKING CODE
GENERAL
O1 S1.1 N/A Not applicable – vehicular access will be addressed as
Vehicular access does not adversely Vehicular access is located and designed part of future MCU applications. That being said, the
impact on safety, capacity and operations in accordance with AUSTROADS Guide lot design facilitates the provision of future lot access in
of the existing or planned road network, to Traffic Engineering Practice accordance with AUSTROADS.
the proposed driveway, cycleways or requirements for sight distance and
pedestrian pathway systems. Section 3 of AS2890.1 Parking Facilities;
and
S1.2 N/A Not applicable – vehicular access will be addressed as
Only one footpath crossing is provided; part of future MCU applications.
and
S1.3 N/A Not applicable – vehicular access will be addressed as
Driveways, other than within any setback part of future MCU applications.
have a maximum grade in accordance
with Section 3 of AS/NZS 2890.1
O2 S2.1 N/A Not applicable – driveways and crossovers will be
Driveways and crossovers— Design of the driveway across the addressed as part of future MCU applications.
a) are suitable and safe for their intended footpath is in accordance with Council’s
use; and Standard Drawings 9002 or 9005 as
b) match Council infrastructure. appropriate for the particular type of
development as annotated on the
drawings; and
S2.2 N/A Not applicable – driveways and crossovers will be
Driveways are designed and constructed addressed as part of future MCU applications.
in accordance with Council Standard
Drawings 9014, 9019, 9020, 9021, as
appropriate for the particular type of
development as annotated on the
drawings; and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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S2.3 N/A Not applicable – driveways and crossovers will be
The change in grades in the driveways addressed as part of future MCU applications.
and ramps is in accordance with Section 3
of AS2890.1 Parking Facilities.
O3 S3.1 N/A Not applicable – driveways and parking areas will be
In commercial zoned areas, the number of Design of multi-tenanted developments in addressed as part of future MCU applications.
driveways across pedestrian footpaths is commercial zoned areas include shared
minimised. driveways and parking areas; and
S3.2 N/A Not applicable – driveways will be addressed as part of
Driveways are located so they abut future MCU applications.
existing driveways of adjoining
development where practicable and
reciprocal easements are created to
reduce the sealed driveway width.
O4 S4.1 N/A Not applicable – vehicular access will be addressed as
Vehicular access does not adversely Footpath and kerb crossings are located part of future MCU applications.
impact on the capacity, operations and clear of existing stormwater inlet
maintenance of the existing infrastructure; structures, water and sewerage
and infrastructure fittings, any other exiting
utility infrastructure, existing landscaping
and vegetation.
O5 S5.1 N/A Not applicable – vehicular access will be addressed as
Vehicular access does not adversely No solution provided part of future MCU applications.
impact on the integrity of existing
landscaping or native vegetation.
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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ONLY
O6 S6.1 N/A Not applicable – driveway run-off will be addressed as
Driveway run-off is filtered prior to leaving For— part of future MCU applications.
the premises. (a) Ancillary dwelling unit, Multiple
housing Types 1 or 2 if less than 5
carparking spaces, Visitor
accommodation Type 1 and Home
based business—the driveway is
formed to drain to landscaped areas;
and
(b) for other uses—grease and oil
arrestors or stormwater quality
improvement devices are
incorporated into the design to treat
run-off prior to run-off exiting from the
premises.
SERVICE STATIONS – NOT APPLICABLE
14.132 CARPARK DESIGN AND LAYOUT
O9 S9.1 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Sufficient carparking is provided to The number of parking and loading bays future MCU applications.
accommodate the number and type of is not less than the minimum number
vehicles likely to be generated by the specified in Table 14-47 Vehicle Parking
development having regard to the Requirements; or
specifics of the use including—
(a) the type and intensity of land use; S9.2 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
(b) any existing parking available on the If insufficient carparking spaces are future MCU applications.
site; provided on-site a monetary contribution
(c) hours of operation; is made to Council in accordance with
(d) likely numbers of users; Section 6 of PSP13 Contributions in lieu
(e) the peak parking demand periods of of provision of off-street carparking.
uses on the site; and
(f) the availability of alternative
carparking.
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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O10 S10.1 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
The layout of the development provides Parking bays, manoeuvring areas, future MCU applications.
adequate, clearly defined and easily queuing areas, loading, setdown and
accessible— pickup areas and driveways are designed
(a) on-site vehicle parking and to the standards set out in Sections 2 and
manoeuvring areas; and 3 of Australian Standard AS 2890.1
(b) loading and manoeuvring areas for Parking Facilities (Part 1: Off-street
delivery and service vehicles Carparking) and AS 2890.2 – Off-street
Parking (Part 2: Commercial Vehicles);
and
S10.2 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
The number of loading bays is not less future MCU applications.
than the minimum number specified in
Table 14-47
O11 S11.1 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Parking areas are located where they will Carparking areas are accessed from rear future MCU applications.
not unduly conflict with pedestrians and laneways where practicable.
will not dominate the streetscape.
O12 S12.1 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Provision is made for a reasonable Carparking spaces are provided for future MCU applications.
number of on site carparking spaces people with disabilities at the rate
identified and reserved for people with specified in Section 2.4.5 of AS 2890.1 –
disabilities. Parking Facilities (Part1: Off-street
Carparking).
O13 S13.1 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Access and egress points do not impact Vehicle manoeuvring areas are provided future MCU applications.
on the safety and operations of the road in accordance with Section 3 of AS 2890.1
system. Parking Facilities (Part 1: Offstreet
Carparking) so vehicles enter and leave
the site in a forward gear.
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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O14 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Development with the potential to No solution provided future MCU applications.
generate significant traffic and parking
impacts gives appropriate consideration to
transport and land use issues25.
O15 S15.1 N/A Not applicable – bike parking and access will be
Business Uses and Community Uses Safe and convenient cycle access to and addressed as part of future MCU applications.
are designed and constructed to from the site from the existing road and
encourage users of the development to bicycle network, and safe bicycle
access the site by means of foot or bicycle movement within the site is provided; and
through provision of appropriate end-of-
trip facilities including bicycle parking and S15.2 N/A Not applicable – bike parking will be addressed as part
shower/change rooms Secure and convenient parking space for of future MCU applications.
bicycles is provided on site in accordance
with Table 14-48 Minimum requirement for
bicycle parking and AS2890.3 Bicycle
Parking Facilities; and
S15.3 N/A Not applicable – bike parking will be addressed as part
Where at least 10 bicycle car parking of future MCU applications.
spaces are required in accordance with
Table 14-48, end-of-trip cycle facilities are
provided at the following rate:
(a) 1 locker per 2 bicycle parking spaces;
and
(b) 1 shower cubicle with ancillary
change rooms per 10 bicycle spaces
or part thereof, providing facilities are
either unisex or both males and
female facilities are provided; and
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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ONLY
S15.4 N/A Not applicable – bike parking will be addressed as part
Bicycle parking spaces and cyclist of future MCU applications.
facilities are designed in accordance with
AUSTROADS Guide to Traffic
Engineering Practice, Part 14 – Bicycles,
Section 10; and
S15.5 N/A Not applicable – street improvements will be addressed
On-site pedestrian facilities such as as part of future MCU applications.
seating and shade are provided in
developments for the convenience of
persons walking to the site.
O16 S16.1 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Carparks are designed to ensure run-off is Grease and oil arrestors or stormwater future MCU applications.
treated to remove pollutants prior to quality improvement devices are
leaving the premises. incorporated into the design to treat run-
off prior to it leaving the premises.
O17 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Carparking areas are designed to ensure No solution provided future MCU applications.
drainage without the use of pumps or
other electrical apparatus.
O18 S18.1 N/A Not applicable – landscaping will be addressed as part
Site layout and building design provides Below ground components of buildings, of future MCU applications.
for soft landscaping to be established. including car parks, do not extend beyond
the above ground footprint to allow for the
provision of landscaping, particularly
within building setbacks.
Education Type 1, 2 or 3 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
O19 S19.1 future MCU applications.
Carparking and setdown areas are Paved setdown areas are provided within
designed and located to facilitate their the site; and
safe and efficient use.
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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S19.2 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
For a minimum of 50% of carparking future MCU applications.
spaces, pedestrian access to buildings is
not across or through driveways,
carparks, setdown or manoeuvring areas;
and
S19.3 N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
Carparking and setdown areas are visible future MCU applications.
from off-site.
MINIMUM VEHICLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS
INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS—
Type 1 Warehouse 1 space per 50m2 or part thereof of use N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
area; or future MCU applications.
For self storage units — 1 space per N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
500m2 of use area future MCU applications.
Type 2 Production, alteration, 1 space per 50m2, or part thereof, of use N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
repackaging area, for the first 500m2; and future MCU applications.
& repairing
1 space per 100m2, or part thereof, of use N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
area in excess of 500m2; and future MCU applications.
(a) for sites 1000m2 - 1999m2 a loading N/A Not applicable – carparking will be addressed as part of
bay for a single unit truck of 12m x future MCU applications.
3.6m; or
(b) for sites 2000m2 - 3999m2 a loading
bay for a semi-trailer of 15m x 3.6m;
or
(c) for sites 4000m2 or more a loading
bay for a semi-trailer of 15m x 3.6m
and on-site manoeuvring for semi-
trailer
1 Solution: = Acceptable Solution Appendix E
A/S = Alternative Solution Code Compliance Reports
N/A = Not applicable to this proposal
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