Stockwell RFI Response Letter Final 22.12.21 · MCU21/0175

 “Deep planting and canopy trees have been proposed in all available opportunities within the car park
 design, particularly to book end the parking rows and adjacent to pathways. The proposed trees and
 arbour assist to break down the visual impact of the buildings from the car park and demarcate the
 pedestrian experience into the site. All car park run off is directed to WSUD devices for treatment. Of
 the 52 spaces that aren’t shaded (either by building under croft or arbour treatment), 16 trees are
 proposed within the site boundary. Where a minimum of 5 sqm of planting hasn’t been achieved
 around proposed trees, structural soil has been proposed to support tree growth.“


Council Item 12: Landscape Concept Design Package

The Landscape Concept Design Package does not include detail regarding street tree planting
requirements.

Information Required:

Update Landscape Concept Design Package to include details on proposed street trees that meet the
Landscaping Code performance outcomes.

Our Response:

Please see the attached Appendix B – Landscape Concept Design Package and Appendix D – Landscape
Code Response Letter by Place Design Group. The following comments are provided in relation to the
street tree provisions of the Landscaping Code.

 “Eight street trees are proposed along the road verge which optimal landscape widths are available
 between existing path and kerb. Street trees (at 8m centres) and understorey planting is focused in
 the verge after the corner to maintain and open up views as you enter the gateway. All proposed trees
 are kept clear of existing and proposed services and easements.”




Council Item 13: Landscaping Code

The Noosa Plan 2020 – Landscaping Code includes Amenity PO1 in particular enhancing visual amenity
and natural landscape character and reducing the visual impact of large or bulky structures. The bio-
retention basins are located near public areas (footpaths) and they appear to be designed quite deep
with retaining walls. How will these bio-retention basins meet the Landscaping Code performance