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Decision Notice OPW26 0060 (As Published)
Officer: Daniel Epps
Direct Telephone: 07 53296223
Our Reference: OPW26/0060 :
Your Reference: .
7 August 2026
K Marsh
C/- Westera Partners
Unit 2 Level 2
1 Courage Street
SIPPY DOWNS QLD 4556
[email protected]
Dear Sir,
Decision Notice
Planning Act 2016
I refer to your application and advise that on 4 August 2026, Council decided to approve the
application subject to conditions.
Details of the decision are as follows:
1. APPLICATION DETAILS
Application No: OPW26/0060
Street address: 33 Witta Cir Noosa Heads Qld 4567
Real property description: Lot 105 N 21846
Planning Scheme: Noosa Plan 2020 (20 March 2026)
2. DECISION DETAILS
Council decided to issue the following type of approval:
• Development Permit for Operational Works - Vehicle Crossover
3. CURRENCY PERIOD OF APPROVAL
The currency period for this development approval is stated in the conditions below.
4. ASSESSMENT MANAGER CONDITIONS
APPROVED PLANS
1. Development undertaken in accordance with this approval must generally comply with the
approved plans of development. The approved plans are listed in the following table unless
otherwise amended by these conditions.
ABN 97.969.214.121 PO Box 141
noosa.qld.gov.au Tewantin QLD 4565
[email protected] 07 5329 6500
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Plan No. Rev. Plan/Document Name Date
S26-022-C02 A Civil Works Plan 23 April 2026
Prepared by Westera Partners
As Annotated by Council
CURRENCY PERIOD
2. The Currency Period for this development approval lapses if the development has not
substantially started by 4 August 2028, unless an application to extend the currency period
is approved by Council.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
Engineering
3. Any conflict between the development and an existing or proposed service must be referred
to the relevant service authority for determination prior to commencement of works.
DURING CONSTRUCTION
Engineering
4. The integrity and condition of any existing public or Council infrastructure and services
(above ground and/or underground) must not be adversely affected by the proposed works
5. The developer must meet any costs to repair damage to any Council asset during
construction, where damage is a result of the development works. Damage to assets must
be repaired immediately where it creates a hazard to the community. In circumstances where
the damage does not create a hazard to the community, it must be repaired immediately on
completion of the works associated with the development.
6. All works must be constructed and work procedure undertaken in accordance with:
a. the approved plans/documents and conditions detailed in this Decision Notice;
b. all relevant Noosa Council Planning Scheme Policies, standard drawings, standard
specifications and guidelines; and
c. the latest version of the Healthy Waterways document “Water Sensitive Urban Design
Technical Design Guidelines for South East Queensland” for all water quality devices
to be constructed on site.
Works within Road Reserves
7. No removal of street trees is permitted without Council’s prior written approval.
8. Safe vehicle and pedestrian access on all streets in the vicinity of the development must be
maintained at all times. Should footpath/road closures be necessary to carry out construction
works, Council’s Engineering Officer must be notified prior to the proposed closure and all
requirements complied with.
9. All works must match neatly with existing road and verge/footpath features. Additional works
beyond the frontage may be required to provide an acceptable transition to existing road and
verge/footpath profiles.
Driveways
10. Driveway crossovers must be constructed generally in accordance Council’s Standard
Drawings RS-049, RS-050 any associated addendum.
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11. Any existing unnecessary or redundant property accesses must be removed, and the kerb,
footpath and verge area reinstated to match the existing footpath and/or verge treatments.
Grassed verge areas to be reinstated must be provided with 100 mm topsoil and grass seed
or turf, and must be maintained by the developer until established.
12. The following must be complied with during the construction of the required
crossover/driveway:
a. the driveway surfacing must consist of either an approved hot mixed asphaltic concrete
or patterned/plain concrete;
b. the driveway must be in accordance with the requirements of AS2890.1 Off-Street Car
Parking for longitudinal and crossfall gradients;
c. the driveway must be constructed so as to not concentrate or direct stormwater runoff
onto neighbouring properties;
d. underground service conduits for water supply, electricity and any other services must
be provided as part of the access driveway;
e. where there is an existing pedestrian path, a matching crossfall must be provided for
the driveway on the alignment of the path, for the full width of the path;
f. have a minimum clearance of 500mm from any Unitywater/Energex/Telstra asset,
unless a written approval is obtained from Unitywater/Energex/Telstra and submitted
to Council;
g. any stormwater kerb outlet in close proximity to the edge of the new driveway must be
provided with an approved kerb adaptor; and
h. any existing kerb sections requiring removal due to the works must be saw-cut and
removed to allow for a smooth and neat finish with the new driveway.
13. Pavement design for privately owned works must be undertaken in accordance with the
relevant standards. Structural integrity of the driveway and car park areas will remain the
responsibility of the property owner/developer.
Stormwater Drainage
14. The constructed driveway must not cause additional ponding on the road formation or the
road reserve.
15. Any proposed surface drainage grate must be located wholly within private property.
Environment (Erosion and Sediment Control)
16. Prescribed Water Contaminants (as defined in the Environmental Protection Act 1994) must
not be released from the site or to waters within the site, or be likely to be released should
rainfall occur, unless all reasonable and practicable measures are taken to prevent or
minimise the release and concentration of contamination.
17. The contractor must ensure non-essential exposure of soil is prevented by restricting the
extent of works and minimising the duration of soil exposure to adverse weather conditions.
Exposed areas must be suitably covered/stabilised/reinstated as soon as practicable and
prior to any predicted rainfall occurring.
18. Erosion and sediment control measures must be installed and maintained to minimise
erosion on the site and to minimise the export of sediment and associated pollutants from
the site. The erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed and
maintained in accordance with current best practice standards (refer to advisory notes).
FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION
19. A final inspection and approval of the new driveway and completed reinstatement works by
Council’s Inspector is required. Please contact Council on 5329 6500 to arrange for the
inspection.
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20. Upon completion of the work a certificate must be issued by an RPEQ certifying that the
works have been constructed in accordance with the requirements of this Operational Works
permit.
5. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
Not applicable.
6. REFERRAL AGENCIES
Not applicable.
7. ADVISORY NOTES
The following notes are included for guidance and information purposes only and do not form part
of the assessment manager conditions:
General Advisory Notes
1. As this driveway is a private structure, the owner bears full responsibly for the standard of its
construction, maintenance and any liabilities associated with its construction. It is
recommended that professional advice be sought for the construction of the driveway to
ensure that the driveway is constructed in accordance with standard drawing RS-049 and
RS-050 and any associated addendum.
2. Council has undertaken an audit check of the Operational Works drawings in relations to the
proposed works. A detailed check of the calculations and drawings has not been undertaken,
as they have been certified by a RPEQ. The RPEQ bears full responsibility for all aspects
of the engineering design. Council reserves the right to require further amendments and/or
additions at a later date should design errors become apparent.
3. Council reserves the right to call up any performance bond held or levy charges against the
property, should emergency works be required to be undertaken by Council to make the site
safe due to inactivity on the development site for extended periods of time.
4. Should any changes or modifications to the approved plans be required as a result of
construction constraints, a “Request to change an existing approval” under the Planning Act
2016 must be made. Amended plans clearly indicating the changes must be lodged with this
application along with the appropriate fees.
Inspections Request
5. Contact Council on 5329 6500 to arrange a prestart or an inspection giving a minimum of 5
business days notice of preferred inspection time.
It should be noted prior to arranging a pre-start meeting the Appeal Period of 20 business
days must have passed or the applicant must have provided Council with written confirmation
that the applicant has accepted the conditions of Decision Notice and waived their appeal
rights.
6. If Council officers are required to undertake additional inspections of the same works, a
reinspection fee will be applicable in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges register
applicable at the time.
Environmental Advisory Notes
7. The Environmental Protection Act 1994 states that a person must not carry out any activity
that causes, or is likely to cause, environmental harm unless the person takes all reasonable
and practicable measures to prevent or minimise the harm. Environmental harm includes
environmental nuisance. In this regard persons and entities, involved in the civil, earthworks,
construction and landscaping phases of this development are to adhere to their ‘general
environmental duty’ to minimise the risk of causing environmental harm.
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Erosion and Sediment Control
8. Accepted best practice standards include International Erosion Control Association
Australasia Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control.
Road Reserve Permit
9. This development permit provides the applicant with written authority to undertake the
prescribed works. Any additional activities that are undertaken inside Council’s road reserve
for the purpose of acting on this development permit may require a Road Reserve Permit.
These additional activities may include, but are not limited to, hoarding, pedestrian
diversions, laneway closures, etc. To apply for a Road Reserve Permit, or for more
information, Contact Council’s Road Reserve Officer at [email protected]. PROPERTY NOTES
Not applicable.
9. VARIATION APPROVAL DETAILS
Not applicable.
10. FURTHER DEVELOPMENT PERMITS REQUIRED
Not applicable.
11. SUBMISSIONS
Not applicable.
12. RIGHTS OF APPEAL
You are entitled to appeal against this decision. A copy of the relevant appeal provisions from the
Planning Act 2016 is attached.
During the appeal period, you as the applicant may suspend your appeal period and make written
representations to Council about the conditions contained within the development approval. If
Council agrees or agrees in part with the representations, a negotiated decision notice will be
issued. Only one negotiated decision notice may be given.
13. OTHER DETAILS
If you wish to obtain more information about the decision, electronic copies are available online at
www.noosa.qld.gov.au or at Council Offices.
Yours faithfully,
Daniel Epps
Senior Development Engineer | Development Assessment
Development & Regulation
Enc: Appeal Rights
Approved Plans/Documents
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Appeal Rights
PLANNING ACT 2016 & PLANNING REGULATION 2017
Chapter 6 Dispute resolution (3) The appellant or, for an appeal to a tribunal, the registrar must,
within the service period, give a copy of the notice of appeal to –
Part 1 Appeal rights
(a) the respondent for the appeal; and
229 Appeals to tribunal or P&E Court
(b) each co-respondent for the appeal; and
(1) Schedule 1 of the Planning Act 2016 states –
(c) for an appeal about a development application under schedule
(a) Matters that may be appealed to –
1, table 1, item 1 – each principal submitter for the
(i) either a tribunal or the P&E Court; or development application; and
(ii) only a tribunal; or (d) for and appeal about a change application under schedule 1,
table 1, item 2 – each principal submitter for the change
(iii) only the P&E Court; and
application; and
(b) The person-
(e) each person who may elect to become a co-respondent for the
(i) who may appeal a matter (the appellant); and appeal, other than an eligible submitter who is not a principal
submitter in an appeal under paragraph (c) or (d); and
(ii) who is a respondent in an appeal of the matter; and
(f) for an appeal to the P&E Court – the chief executive; and
(iii) who is a co-respondent in an appeal of the matter; and
(g) for an appeal to a tribunal under another Act – any other
(iv) who may elect to be a co-respondent in an appeal of the
person who the registrar considers appropriate.
matter.
(4) The service period is –
(2) An appellant may start an appeal within the appeal period.
(a) if a submitter or advice agency started the appeal in the P&E
(3) The appeal period is –
Court – 2 business days after the appeal has started; or
(a) for an appeal by a building advisory agency – 10 business
(b) otherwise – 10 business days after the appeal is started.
days after a decision notice for the decision is given to the
agency; or (5) A notice of appeal given to a person who may elect to be a co-
respondent must state the effect of subsection (6).
(b) for an appeal against a deemed refusal – at any time after the
deemed refusal happens; or (6) A person elects to be a co-respondent by filing a notice of election,
in the approved form, within 10 business days after the notice of
(c) for an appeal against a decision of the Minister, under chapter
appeal is given to the person.
7, part 4, to register premises or to renew the registration of
premises – 20 business days after a notice us published under 231 Other appeals
section 269(3)(a) or (4); or
(1) Subject to this chapter, schedule 1 and the P&E Court Act, unless
(d) for an appeal against an infrastructure charges notice – 20 the Supreme Court decides a decision or other matter under this
business days after the infrastructure charges notice is given Act is affected by jurisdictional error, the decision or matter is non-
to the person; or appealable.
(e) for an appeal about a deemed approval of a development (2) The Judicial Review Act 1991, part 5 applies to the decision or
application for which a decision notice has not been given – matter to the extent it is affected by jurisdictional error.
30 business days after the applicant gives the deemed
(3) A person who, but for subsection (1) could have made an
approval notice to the assessment manager; or
application under the Judicial Review Act 1991 in relation to the
(f) for any other appeal – 20 business days after a notice of the decision or matter, may apply under part 4 of that Act for a
decision for the matter, including an enforcement notice, is statement of reasons in relation to the decision or matter.
given to the person.
(4) In this section –
Note – decision includes-
See the P&E Court Act for the court’s power to extend the appeal
(a) conduct engaged in for the purpose of making a decision; and
period.
(b) other conduct that relates to the making of a decision; and
(4) Each respondent and co-respondent for an appeal may be heard
in the appeal. (c) the making of a decision or failure to make a decision; and
(5) If an appeal is only about a referral agency’s response, the (d) a purported decision; and
assessment manager may apply to the tribunal or P&E Court to
(e) a deemed refusal.
withdraw from the appeal.
non-appealable, for a decision or matter, means the decision or
(6) To remove any doubt. It is declared that an appeal against an
matter-
infrastructure charges notice must not be about-
(a) is final and conclusive; and
(a) the adopted charge itself; or
(b) may not be challenged, appealed against, reviewed, quashed,
(b) for a decision about an offset or refund-
set aside or called into question in any other way under the
(i) the establishment cost of trunk infrastructure identified in Judicial Review Act 1991 or otherwise, whether by the
a LGIP; or Supreme Court, another court, a tribunal or another entity; and
(ii) the cost of infrastructure decided using the method (c) is not subject to any declaratory, injunctive or other order of
included in the local government’s charges resolution. the Supreme Court, another court, a tribunal or another entity
on any ground.
230 Notice of appeal
232 Rules of the P&E Court
(1) An appellant starts an appeal by lodging, with the registrar of the
tribunal or P&E Court, a notice of appeal that- (1) A person who is appealing to the P&E Court must comply with the
rules of the court that apply to the appeal.
(a) is in the approved form; and
(b) succinctly states the grounds of the appeal. (2) However, the P&E Court may hear and decide an appeal even if
the person has not complied with the rules of the P&E Court
(2) The notice of appeal must be accompanied by the required fee.
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