Planning report 2021 other change

                                                                                   proposal report




3.0 Proposed development details
The applicant obtained approval in June 2021 to demolish the existing holiday units on the site and
construct a unit development of four dwelling units under MCU21/0027 and OPW21/0047.
Attachment A includes a copy of the approval and Attachment B a copy of the approved plans of
the development.

The development has proceeded to the next phase of design and development with the applicant
now seeking approval to change the approval to enable unit 1 at the front of the premises to be
utilised for short term accommodation. Unit 1 comprises 3 bedrooms and a maximum of 6 people
will be permitted. Attachment C includes plans of the proposal.

No changes are proposed to the approved plans with all parts of Unit 1 to be available for the
proposed use. The remaining three units are to be retained for permanent accommodation

The applicant advises that Unit 1 will:

        Utilise a local property manager to oversee letting, management and maintenance of the
         premises.
        Prepare a code of conduct and management agreement for all guests utilising the premises
         for short term accommodation.
        Require all guests to sign the agreement and terms of rental.
        Ensure the double garage will be available for car parking for guests.
        Provide designated bin areas on site for the use.
        Ensure that no events, weddings, parties or the like will occur on the premises.

In support of the proposal the following is noted:

        No changes are proposed to the approved building.
        The pool area and associated terrace area are located at the front of the site and are
         appropriately screened to surrounding properties.
        The property is proposed to be fully fenced and landscaped.
        The adjoining premises to the east and south comprise unit developments.
        The site has been used for holiday/short term accommodation.
        The site is close proximity to the recreation areas of the Noosa River foreshore.




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