Planning Report - 100988 · RAL25/0004

5.1         Biodiversity Overlay




            Figure 4 - Biodiversity Map

            The subject site is included in the Biodiversity Overlay – Area of Biodiversity
            Significance (Figure 5). As stated above, the mapped area is dominated by
            slash pine and Gympie messmates which are both plantation timber and were
            planted in 1973 / 74 for future harvest and reducing weed infestation at the
            time. These species are not endemic to the area and accordingly a tree clearing
            permit has been granted (OPW23/0190). While the pine plantation may
            provide some low value habitat, it has a more negative effect on surrounding
            native biodiversity values. The new native plantings in the 2,500m² of open
            space plus the landscaped buffer will provide high value ecological benefits.


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Planning Report No. 100988      Murray & Associates (QLD) Pty Ltd                February 25