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Environment and cultural heritage values
O18 There are no significant adverse effects
on biodiversity, natural vegetation, native
fauna habitat, landscape quality, water quality
or cultural heritage values, including those
related to—

a) changes to natural drainage;

b) disturbance to any of the wetland
systems;

c) management of landslide and fire risk;

d) — erosion and the transport of sediments
off site;

e) unmanaged public access;

f) effluent disposal;

g) changes to fauna habitat and behaviour;
and

h) — disturbance of buildings and features,

including natural features, of cultural
heritage significance.

This proposal does not include the removal
of any significant natural vegetation or any
disturbance to the drainage line.

 

Open space network

019 An integrated open space network is
established, enhanced and protected
throughout the locality to—

a) provide for both passive and active
recreational pursuits;

b) provide connectivity for pedestrians,
cyclists, and horse riders;

c) provide habitat connectivity for wildlife;

d) protect watercourses and drainage lines;

e) protect vegetation on steep slopes; and

f) form a scenic backdrop for residential

development;
AND
O20 The open space network links—

a) the central forests of the Shire which
include parts of Tewantin and Ringtail
State Forests;

b) the catchment of Lake Macdonald;

c) the vegetated ranges of the sub-coastal
escarpment in the north, south, and east
of the locality; and

d) the riparian corridors of the Six-Mile and

Ringtail Creeks and their tributaries.

The proposal has no impact upon the
provision of an open space network.

 

 

Noosa Trail Network

O21 A comprehensive network of bridle trails
and pedestrian and bicycle linkages is
established, enhanced and protected
incorporating road reserves, State forests,
Council owned land and private lands
consistent with the lifestyle and outdoor
recreation needs of the Shire’s residents and
visitors;

AND

The Noosa Trail Network in the locality is
supported by overnight camping facilities,
home-hosted accommodation and signage,
allowing local residents and visitors to
experience the natural values of the area and

 

to access key destinations including—

Not applicable

 

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