2021-11-15 GC Agenda - Item 7 - Attachment 2 - Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan with tracked changes

‘monitor-review-manage’ pathways approach to preparing Noosa for changes to local coastal
hazards. It provides a fit-for-purpose plan based on the best available scientific data and
information, noting the need for flexibility and iterative review over time as new, locally-specific
information arises.


Guiding principles
Guiding principles have been created to assist in the development of Noosa’s response to coastal
hazards. These principles (shown below) were developed to clearly articulate how Noosa Council’s
existing strategies and objectives apply in a coastal hazards adaptation context.

The Noosa Environment
   1. Adaptation does not adversely impact upon the natural assets of Noosa.
   2. Adaptation supports the resilience of native flora and fauna, natural dune systems and
       beaches.
   3. Adaptation maintains the natural landscape character of places and provides for attractive
       natural solutions that harmonise with local environmental features.
The Noosa Community
   4. Adaptation increases the community's safety and resilience to natural hazard risks from
       climate change.
   5. Adaptation responses maintain or enhance accessibility to existing local landscapes in a
       way that does not adversely impact on natural values.
   6. Adaptation responses seek to maintain the functionality of key community spaces where
       appropriate, though some areas may experience reduced functionality.
   7. Adaptation responses seek to minimise disruption to the community from natural hazard
       events.
   8. Adaptation planning incorporates community involvement in early planning, policy, design
       and decision making.
   9. Adaptation considers the potential financial burden on the community in short, medium and
       long term, whilst also considering the rights and interests of individuals.
The Noosa Economy
   10. Adaptation seeks to support the ongoing functionality of key economic zones.
   11. Adaptation supports the goals of Council’s economic strategy where possible, including
       reducing risks to the economy, minimising future climate-related damage costs, and
       increasing opportunities for sustainable development.
Long-term Planning for Noosa Shire
   12. Adaptation is incorporated into capital works programs, including asset designs.
   13. Adaptation responses are flexible and adaptable over time to changing needs and new
       information, including local area locally-specific data and circumstances.
   14. Adaptation must be intra- and inter-generationally equitable.
Excellence as a Council

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