Town Planning Report

Proposal Report       Proposed Material Change of Use of Premises for an Entertainment and dining business Type 1 Food & Beverages and
Type 2 Recreation, amusement & fitness (extensions and alterations to a Surf Club) over land at 4 The Esplanade, Sunshine Beach and
described as lot 126 on CP845336 and Lot 5 on SP269274
Applicant: Sunshine Beach Surf Life Saving Club




The above figures indicate that the renovations result in an increase in floor area of only 400m2 including
toilets, foyer and kitchen area.

It is proposed to provide the entire club with an external transformation. A new curved metal roof will
extend over the building and follows the natural contours of the site. New external cladding is proposed
that flows with the roof form and includes fibre cement sheeting with lower floors of rendered concrete.
Timber battens will be used across the building for screening and visual interest with plywood used for
lining ceilings.

Building Height

The proposed extension does alter the height of the existing surf club with the new roof form located
below 11.0 metres. The design of the extensions and renovations reflect the existing levels on site.

Architectural Statement

The architect has provided the following statement regarding the design of the building:

The architecture of the surf club has been considered with the importance of a public building. Set in the
privileged location adjacent the beach and the park it is iconic by default. At every aspect, the architecture
seeks the best response to climate, locality, user functionality, respect to neighbours, and sense of place.

The planning of the new club seeks to improve the amenity and functionality of the club. Notable are the
following:

     •    The new entry is more prominent and embraces the park aspect. It is conveniently located at the
          simplest and safest pedestrian access point.
     •    The untidy service areas and bin storage have been removed from prominent view, relocated to
          the lower level and discreetly screened.
     •    Covered external dining areas are the major seating areas. These have a tiered hierarchy to
          enable ocean views to all areas.
     •    New facilities include better washrooms, kitchen and bar with improved plan layout and
          functionality.
     •    An upper level function facility has been incorporated discreetly under the shell-like roof.
     •    Equitable access is provided to all public areas.

         In form the building is designed in response to all aspects of the site. Climatically sensible, the
         planning idea of North-East external dining areas and glazing respond to the ocean aspect and
         views. Architecturally the club is nestled into the natural dunes of the site and respectfully the form
         of the building folds down to all extremities to reduce the built scale. The arcing shape of the North
         East roof edge expresses the planning layout which carefully shields the public areas from the
         harsh South East weather and winds, whilst locating patrons in the best position of the site.


     martoo consulting - Town Planning + Urban Designers + Development Managers                                                          13