Meeting papers

Visitor Accommodation Code
The follow provisions of the Visitor Accommodation Code are relevant to the proposal:
9.3.5.2     Purpose and Overall Outcomes
            (1)   The purpose of the Visitor Accommodation code is to ensure visitor
                  accommodation is appropriately located, designed and operated in a manner
                  which meets visitor needs, protects and enhances landscape values, protects
                  the amenity of surrounding premises and avoids conflicts with surrounding uses.
            (2)   The overall outcomes sought for the Visitor Accommodation Code are:
                  (a) Visitor accommodation is compatible with and benefits from Noosa Shire’s
                       natural environmental values.
                  (b) Visitor accommodation offers a wide range of experiences for guests both
                       in coastal areas and in the hinterland.
                  (c) Visitor accommodation is located and designed in a manner which
                       sensitively responds to site characteristics.
                  (d) Visitor accommodation does not detrimentally impact upon the biodiversity
                       and natural landscape values of its setting.
                  (e) The density and design of visitor accommodation integrates with the urban
                       or landscape fabric of its particular locality.
                  (f)  Visitor accommodation located near permanent residents does not detract
                       from the amenity enjoyed by residents.
                  (g) Visitor accommodation does not impact on the ability of rural land owners
                       to carry out agricultural pursuits.
                  (h) Visitor accommodation provides high quality amenities and facilities
                       commensurate with its setting, the types of accommodation supplied and
                       the length of stay accommodated.
                  (i)  Visitor accommodation forms a key element of the local tourism industry.
                  (j)  Visitor accommodation provides for a wide range of visitors.
9.3.5.3     Assessment Criteria
            PO2 Development is located on a site with an area sufficient to accommodate the use
                without detracting from the character and amenity of the local area.
            PO3 Development has a scale and density that is compatible with the intent of the
                zone and the preferred character for the local area in which it is located.
The proposal has been reviewed against the Visitor Accommodation Code and is consistent with
this code’s requirements. The siting of the existing dwelling will aid in avoiding conflicts with nearby
sensitive land uses (ie dwelling houses), at 10 hectares the subject site is substantially over the
minimum lot size of 4 hectares considered acceptable under the Visitor Accommodation Code, and
the use is located within an existing dwelling, with no clearing of existing vegetation proposed to
accommodate the use. The accommodation will not overlook the living areas of neighbouring
properties due to being located a minimum of 110m from the nearest adjoining dwelling, whilst also
being screened from dwellings along Woongar Street by substantial existing vegetation. The site
has sufficient area available on site for car parking and waste storage.




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