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(ii) whether or not any building affected by the proposal is assessed to be a character building; and
(iii) the measures proposed to complement the valued streetscape character and amenity of any character building.
(4) Should the proposal include partial or complete demolition of a building or structure, an assessment by a suitably qualified
structural engineer will be required which demonstrated that the building or structure is structurally unsound and not capable of
economic repair.
SC6.3 PSP2 Landscaping
SC6.3.1 Purpose
(1) The purpose of the landscaping planning scheme policy is to provide for the distinctive landscape character between different
localities throughout the Shire and to ensure high quality landscaping is provided and maintained as an important visual element
which contributes to the landscape integrity of the shire.
(2) The Landscaping planning scheme policy:
(a) specifies the technical requirements and specifications for preparing landscaping plans;
(b) provides supporting information in relation to the natural landscape character areas of Noosa Shire to help inform
landscaping plans;
(c) provides a plant species schedule for developments which have landscaping requirements; and
(d) provides landscaping design guidelines and requirements for development and Council works on public land.
(3) This policy should be read in conjunction with the Landscaping code and other relevant parts of the planning scheme.
SC6.3.2 Information Council may request
(1) A Landscape Plan is to be provided and prepared by a suitably qualified landscape architect or landscape designer, drawn to
scale and setting out the following details:
(a) an assessment of whether or not the premises contains any undesirable plant species identified in Table 6.1 and if the
assessment identifies any undesirable plant species on the premises, an environmental management plan or property
pest management plan that identifies measures to prevent, control and contain their spread.
(b) the location, size and species of existing trees;
(c) trees proposed to be retained and necessary protective measures;
(d) trees proposed to be removed;
(e) the existing contours;
(f) the natural (and finished) ground levels;
(g) existing soil type and moisture conditions;
(h) details of existing underground and overhead services including water, electricity, gas, telephone, sewer, stormwater,
manhole covers, sewer vents, grease traps, drainage pits and overhead power lines;
(i) details of temporary protective drainage and slope stabilisation measures;
(j) details of protective fencing to be installed around the dripline of any vegetation that will to be retained on the site;
(k) planting schedule of vegetation proposed to be planted and maintained, including botanical and common name of plant
species, number of plants of each species to be used, details of the minimum size at planting, spacing of plants, and
estimated tree canopy spread;
(l) proposed method of preparation and mulching of planting beds;
(m) proposed surface and edging treatments;
(n) proposed methods of drainage; and
(o) any proposed structures, including retaining walls, fences, pools, water features, furniture, recreation facilities and irrigation
systems.
SC6.3.3 Natural Landscape Character
(1) The Noosa Shire is an attractive place due to its landform diversity and natural vegetation. The Shire encompasses beaches,
sand dunes, river systems, wetlands, heath plains, woodlands, rainforests and ranges. The landform and natural vegetation are
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major reasons for the Shire’s attraction to visitors and residents alike.
(2) Three broad natural landscape character areas are evident in Noosa Shire these are the Coastal/Beachfront, Woodland/Open
Forest and the Closed Forest/Rainforest areas. There is no precise delineation between these areas and an individual
assessment of each site and its natural landscape character should be made. A description of each area is provided below.
(a) Coastal/Beachfront Areas These areas are in close proximity to the coast, and are characterised by sandy soil. The
coastal beachfront areas extend from Peregian Beach to Sunshine Beach and westward to incorporate parts of Cooloola
Estate, Noosa Sound and Noosa Heads. Most of the Noosa North Shore is also within this area. The natural landscape
character for this area is coastal heath or wallum with a specialised and distinctive character. Those areas closer to the
beach suffer coastal exposure from wind and salt spray. This exposure, combined with low fertility of the sand and its
inability to hold moisture, present difficult conditions for plants and considerable care is needed in plant selection. Table
SC6.4.4.1 of this Policy provides a list of species which characterise coastal/beachfront areas.
(b) Woodland/Open Forest Areas This landscape character area is found across most of the Shire and is highly variable
ranging from banksia/allocasuarina woodlands near the coast, to paperbark woodlands in wetter areas near the Noosa
River, to brush box forest with rainforest elements in more sheltered areas. It is most prevalent in Noosaville, Tewantin and
the rural areas of the Shire. The main canopy usually includes eucalypts and associated genera, though in wet areas such
as south of Noosaville and northwest of Tewantin, paperbarks form the main canopy. Table SC6.4.4.2 of this Policy
provides a list of species that characterise open forest and woodland landscape character areas.
(c) Closed Forest/Rainforest Areas The closed forest and rainforest areas are now scarce in the Shire and have particular
environmental significance. Remaining areas are often remnants from previous clearing. Closed forest/rainforest is located
in the protected areas of Noosa Heads and the hinterland, and in gullies and adjacent to watercourses in the rural areas.
There is potential for considerable revegetation of these communities in rural areas. Closed forest/rainforest species are
remarkably adaptable to a wide range of conditions but generally require moist welldrained soils. Table SC6.4.4.3 of this
Policy provides a list of species that characterise closed forest/rainforest landscape character areas.
SC6.3.4 Preferred Plant Species
(1) The list of species included in this planning scheme policy are generally available from wholesale suppliers. It is recognised that
there are other species, not contained herein, of local origin that are readily available from retail nurseries. Essentially, other
species may be utilised in landscape plans however evidence that they are of local origin should be provided.
(2) To create the desired natural landscape character, a mix of species from each category for the specific character area is required,
with an emphasis on primary character species.
(3) Hybrids/variegates shall not be used in ecologically important areas or for the purposes of environmental rehabilitation. However,
hybrids/variegates may be accepted in other areas where the preferred plant species are not available.
(4) Abbreviations used in this planning scheme policy are described below:
Form Growth Form
TT Tall Tree with a growth height greater than 20 metres
MT Medium Tree with a growth height between 10 metres and 20 metres
ST Small Tree with a growth height less than 10 metres
LS Large Shrub with a growth height greater than 3 metres
MS Medium Shrub with a growth height of between 1 metre and 3 metres
SS Small Shrub with a growth height less than 1 metre
G Grass
GC Groundcover
TF Tufting a type of plant that spreads out
P Palm
V Vine
Soil Soil Types
1 Sandy well drained soil
2 Average topsoil, reasonable drainage, and some moisture retention
3 Boggy soil, heavy clay, wet for part of the year
4 Grey Water area
Aspect:
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S Able to tolerate full sun
PS Prefers part shade
SH Requires shade
Salt Salt Tolerance
PE Able to withstand Part Exposure
FE Able to withstand Full Exposure
NT No tolerance to salt
Root Guard
RG Root Guard required if planted near road or carpark or within close proximity to buildings or services.
Street Trees/Carparks
NS Not suitable for planting in the street or carpark.
Availability
T Only available as tube stock from wholesalers
Table SC6.3.4.1 Coastal Beachfront Area Species
Coastal Beachfront Areas Species
Following in Table SC6.3.4.1 is a list of species that characterise coastal/beachfront landscape areas classified into 3 groups being
primary, secondary and tertiary.
PRIMARY CHARACTER SPECIES
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Acacia flavescens Primrose Ball Wattle ST PE 12 S
Acacia sophorae Coastal Wattle MS FE 1 S
Acronychia imperforata Fraser Island Apple ST FE 1 S\PS
Alectryon coriaceus Beach Birds Eye ST FE 1 S
Allocasuarina equisetifolia Horsetail Sheoak ST FE 1 S
Allocasuarina littoralis Black SheOak ST PE 1234 S
Alphitonia excelsa Red Ash MT PE 1234 S\PS
Banksia aemula Wallum Banksia ST PE 1 S\PS
Banksia integrifolia Coastal Banksia MT FE 12 S
Callitris columellaris Cooloola Cypress Pine TT FE 12 S
Corymbia intermedia Pink Bloodwood TT PE 12 S
Corymbia tessellaris Moreton Bay Ash TT FE 12 S
Cupaniopsis anacardioides Large Leaf Tuckeroo MT FE 12 S\PS
Elaeocarpus reticulatus Blueberry Ash MT PE 12 S\PS
Eucalyptus robusta Swamp Mahogany TT PE 123 S
Eucalyptus tereticornis Qld Blue Gum or Forest Red Gum TT PE 1234 S NS/RG
Hibiscus tiliaceus Cottonwood MT FE 1234 S NS/RG
Lomandra longifolia/histrix Matrush G FE 1234 S\PS
Lophostemon confertus Brush Box TT FE 1234 S\PS
Lophostemon suaveolens Swamp Box MT PE 1234 S RG
Macaranga tanarius Macaranga MT FE 1234 S\PS NS
Melaleuca quinquenervia Paperbark Tea Tree TT FE 1234 S\PS RG
Melastoma affine Blue Tongue MS PE 1234 S\PS
Pandanus tectorius var. Pandanus/ Screw Pine MT FE 1 S
pedunculatus Phebalium MS FE 1 S\PS
Phebalium woombye Wedding Bush MS FE 123 S
Ricinocarpos pinifolius Heath Grasstree TF PE 1234 S\PS
Xanthorrhoea johnsonii
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES & SHRUBS
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SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES & SHRUBS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Acacia aulacocarpa Hickory Wattle ST PE 123 S NS
Acacia complanata Flat Stem Wattle ST PE 12 S\PS
Acacia concurrens Dog Wattle LS FE 12 S NS/T
Acacia leiocalyx Lambs Tail Wattle ST PE 12 S NS/T
Acacia maidenii Maiden's Wattle MT NT 12 S NS
Acacia oshanesii Irish Wattle ST PE 12 S\PS\SH NS
Acmena hemilampra Broad Leaved Lilly Pilly ST NT 12 S\PS
Acmena smittii Lilly Pilly ST NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Allocasuarina littoralis Black SheOak ST PE 1234 S RG
Alyxia illicifolia subspecies Large Leaved Chain fruit LS NT 12 PS\SH NS
magnifolia Smooth Barked Apple MT NT 1234 S NS/T
Angophora leiocarpa Red Honeysuckle MT NT 1 S
Banksia serrata Weeping White Bottle Brush ST NT 1234 S\PS
Callistemon salignus All Cultivars LS NT 1234 S\PS
Callistemon sp Beach Canthium LS FE 12 S\PS
Canthium coprosmoides Swamp Sheoak MT FE 234 S NS/RG
Casuarina glauca LS FE 1 S\PS
Clerodendron inerme Brown Kurrajong MT PE 1234 S\PS
Commersonia bartramii Red Bloodwood TT NT 12 S
Corymbia gummifera Smallleaved Tuckeroo MT NT 12 S\PS
Cupaniopsis parviflora Hard Quandong TT PE 12 S\PS
Elaeocarpus obovatus Tumbledown Gum ST PE 1234 S RG
Eucalyptus bancroftii Swamp Stringybark MT FE 1234 S
Eucalyptus conglomerata Tallowwood TT PE 2 S NS/RG
Eucalyptus microcorys Scribbly Gum TT NT 1 S
Eucalyptus racemosa Creek Sandpaper Fig ST FE 12 S\PS RG/T
Ficus coronata Moreton Bay Fig TT FE 1234 S NS/RG
Ficus macrophylla Smallleaved Fig TT FE 1234 S NS/RG
Ficus obliqua Rock Fig LT FE 12 RG
Ficus platypoda Cheese Tree MT NT 1234 RG
Glochidion ferdinandi Umbrella Cheese Tree MT PE 1234 RG
Glochidion sumatranum White Beech MT NT 12
Gmelina leichhardtii Red Flowered Silky Oak ST PE 12
Grevillea banksii Southern Ghittoe MT NT 12
Halfordia kendack Native Rosella LS NT 1234 T
Hibiscus heterophyllus Splendid Hibiscus LS NT 1234 T
Hibiscus splendens Dogwood/Native Broom LS PE 12
Jacksonia scoparia Lemon Scented Tea Tree LS PE 12
Leptospermum petersonii Wild May LS PE 1234
Leptospermum polygalifolium Wallum Tea Tree LS PE 1234
Leptospermum speciosum Revolution Green and Revolution
Gold TT NT 1234
Melaleuca bracteata
MT PE 1234
Melaleuca sieberi Pink Euodia MT NT 1234
Melicope elleryana Native Bleeding Heart ST NT 1234
Omalanthus nutans Quinine Berry ST FE 1
Petalostigma pubescens Quinine Berry MT FE 12
Petalostigma triloculare Plum Myrtle LS PE 12
Pilidiostigma rhytisperma Celery Wood MT PE 1234
Polyscias elegans Scentless Rosewood ST NT 1234
Synoum glandulosum Coastal Vitex ST FE 12 T
Vitex trifolia var bicolor
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES SMALL/MEDIUM SHRUBS, VINES AND GROUNDCOVERS
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BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Acacia suaveolens Sweet wattle MS NT 1234 S/SP
Alpinia caerulea Native Ginger TF NT 1234 PS\SH
Alyxia ruscifolia Chain Berry MS NT 12 PS\SH
Aotus ericoides Eggs and Bacon MS NT 12 S
Aotus lanigera Golden Candlesticks MS PE 1 S
Austromyrtus dulcis Midyim GC FE 12 S\PS
Baeckea stenophylla Weeping Baeckea MS NT 12 S\PS
Banksia oblongifolia Dwarf Banksia SS PE 1 S
Banksia robur Swamp Banksia MS PE 1234 S\PS
Banksia spinulosa Golden Candlesticks MS NT 12 S\PS
Bauera Capitata SS PE 12 S\PS
Bauera rubioides Wiry Dog Rose SS NT 12 S\PS
Baumea rubiginosa Soft Twigrush G NT 34 S
Blechnum spp. Water Ferns TF NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Boronia falcifolia Wallum Boronia MS PE 3 S
Boronia rivularis Wide Bay Boronia MS PE 123 S\PS
Bracteantha sp. Federation Daisy GC NT 12 S\PS
Callistemon pachyphyllus Swamp Callistemon MS PE 1234 S\PS
Carpobrotus glaucescens Pigface GC FE 1 S
Crinum pedunculatum River Lily TF PE 1234 S
Dianella caerulea Flax Lily TF FE 12 S\PS
Dianella congesta Beach Flax Lily TF FE 1 S\PS
Dillwynia retorta Heathy Parrot Pea MS FE 1 S\PS
Dodonea triquetra Native Hop MS PE 12 S\PS T
Eleocharis genticulata Spikerush TF FE 1234 S NS/T
Eleocharis minuta Spikerush TF FE 1234 S NS/T
Eleocharis ochrostachys Spikerush TF NT 1234 S NS/T
Eleocharis spiralis Spikerush TF FE 1234 S\PS NS/T
Eleocharis tetraquetra Spikerush TF NT 234 S NS/T
Eriostemon spp. Qld. Wax flower SS NT S\PS
Grevillea sp All Cultivars MS NT 12 S
Hakea actites Prickly Hakea MS NT 1234 S\PS
Hardenbergia violacea Native Sarsparilla GC PE 12 S\PS
Helichrysum spp. Golden Buttons\ GC PE 12 S
Hibbertia obtusifolia Paper Daisy SS PE 12 S\PS
Hibbertia scandens Guinea Flower V FE 12 S\PS NS
Hibiscus diversifiolius Twining Guinea Flower MS NT 1234 S\PS
Ipomoea pescaprae Swamp Hibiscus GC FE 1 S T
Juncus usitatus Goasts Foot Convolvulus TF NT 1234 S NS/T
Kennedia rubicunda Common Rush V 123 S\PS NS
Leptospermum liversidgei Running Postman MS PE 1234 S
Lomandra confertifolia Lemon Scented Leptospermum G NT 12 S\PS
Melaleuca nodosa Matrush MS PE 1234 S T
Myoporum acuminatum Prickly Leaved Paperbark GC FE 12 S T
Petrophila shirleyae Drumsticks, Conesticks MS 123 S\PS
Phebalium woombye prostate GC FE 1 S
form cv, Wallum Gold SS PE 12 S\PS
Pultenea spp. Bush Pea/Bacon and Eggs MS PE 12 S\PS
Pultenea spp. Wedding Bush prostrate forms GC FE 1 S\PS
Ricinocarpus pinifolius prostate Dune Fan Flower GC FE 1 S T
form Vanilla Lily TF PE 12 S\PS T
Scaevola calendulacea Strangea MS PE 123 S
Sowerbaea juncea Kangaroo Grass TF FE 1234 S\PS T
Strangea linearis Betony Leaved Violet GC NT 1234 S\PS
Themeda triandra Native Violet GC NT 1234 PS\SH
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Viola betonicifolia Bluebells TF PE 1 S\PS NS
Viola hederacea
Wahlebergia stricta
Table SC6.3.4.2 Woodland/Open Forest Area Species
Woodland/Open Forest Areas Species
Following in Table SC6.3.4.2 is a list of species that characterise open forest and woodland landscape character areas.
PRIMARY CHARACTER SPECIES
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT / TUBE
Acacia aulacocarpa Hickory Wattle ST PE 123 S NS
Acacia concurrens Dog Wattle LS FE 12 S NS/T
Acacia leiocalyx Lambs Tail Wattle ST PE 12 S NS/T
Acacia melanoxylon Blackwood TT NT 123 S NS
Allocasuarina littoralis Black Sheoak ST PE 1234 S RG
Allocasuarina torulosa Forest Oak ST NT 2 S\PS
Alphitonia excelsa Red Ash MT PE 1234 S\PS
Angophora leiocarpa Smooth Barked Apple MT NT 1234 S NS/T
Callistemon salignus Weeping White Bottle Brush ST NT 1234 S\PS
Callitris columellaris Cooloola Cypress Pine TT FE 12 S
Corymbia citriodora Spotted Gum MT NT 2 S NS
Corymbia intermedia Pink Bloodwood TT PE 12 S
Corymbia tessellaris Moreton Bay Ash TT FE 12 S
Dodonea triquetra Native Hop MS PE 12 S\PS T
Eucalyptus crebra Narrowleaved Ironbark TT NT 2 S NS
Eucalyptus grandis Flooded Gum TT NT 123 S\PS NS/RG
Eucalyptus microcorys Tallowwood TT PE 2 S NS/RG
Eucalyptus pilularis Blackbutt TT NT 12 S NS/RG/T
Eucalyptus propinqua Grey Gum TT NT 2 S
Eucalyptus racemose Scribbly Gum TT NT 1 S
Eucalyptus resinifera Red Mahogany TT NT 1 S RG/T
Eucalyptus robusta Swamp Mahogany TT PE 123 S
Eucalyptus siderophloia Grey Ironbark TT NT 2 S
Eucalyptus tereticornis Qld Blue Gum or Forest Red Gum TT PE 1234 S NS/RG
Gahnia aspera Saw Sedge TF NT 1234 S\PS
Hovea acutifolia Hovea MS NT 1234 S\PS
Jacksonia scoparia Dogwood/Native Broom LS PE 12 S\PS
Livistona australis Cabbage Palm TT NT 1234 S\PS
Lomandra longifolia/histrix Matrush TF FE 1234 S\PS
Lophostemon confertus Brush Box TT FE 1234 S\PS RG
Lophostemon suaveolens Swamp Box MT PE 1234 S
Melaleuca quinquenervia Paperbark Tea Tree TT FE 1234 S\PS
Melastoma affine Blue Tongue MS PE 1234 S\PS RG
Syncarpia glomulifera Turpentine TT NT 12 S
Xanthorrhoea johnsonii Heath Grasstree TF PE 1234 S\PS
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES & SHRUBS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT / TUBE
Acacia fimbriata Brisbane Wattle ST NT 12 S
Acacia flavescens Primrose Ball Wattle ST PE 12 S
Acmena smithii Lilly Pilly ST NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Agathis robusta Queensland Kauri MT NT 12 S RG
Allocasuarina cunninghamiana River Oak MT NT 234 S NS/RG
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Alphitonia petriei Pink Ash TT NT 2 S\PS
Araucaria bidwillii Bunya Pine TT NT 2 S NS/RG
Backhousia myrtifolia Grey Myrtle ST NT 1234 S\PS
Banksia integrifolia Coastal Banksia MT FE 12 S
Brachychiton bidwillii Rusty Kurrajong LS NT 2 S\PS
Brachychiton discolor Lace Bark Tree MT NT 2 S\PS
Brachychiton populneus Kurrajong MT NT 2 S\PS
Callistemon pachyphyllus Swamp Callistemon LS PE 1234 S\PS
Callistemon viminalis Weeping Red Bottle Brush MT NT 1234 S\PS
Casuarina glauca Swamp SheOak MT FE 234 S NS/RG
Commersonia bartramii Brown Kurrajong MT PE 1234 S\PS
Corymbia gummifera Red Bloodwood TT NT 12 S
Corymbia trachyphloia Brown Bloodwood TT NT 2 S
Cupaniopsis anacardioides Large Leaf Tuckeroo MT FE 12 S\PS
Cupaniopsis parviflora Smallleaved Tuckeroo MT NT 12 S\PS
Cyathea cooperi Tree Fern MT NT 1234 SH NS
Elaeocarpus reticulatus Blueberry Ash MT PE 12 S\PS
Eucalyptus cloeziana Gympie Messmate TT NT 2 S NS/RG/T
Eucalyptus seeana Narrow Leaved Red Gum TT NT 23 S
Eucalyptus umbra Shade Mahogany TT NT 1234 S NS/T
Euroschinus falcata var. falcata Ribbonwood TT NT 12 S\PS NS/T
Ficus obliqua Smallleaved Fig TT NT 1234 S NS/RG
Ficus platypoda Rock Fig LT FE 12 S RG
Glochidion ferdinandi Cheese Tree MT NT 1234 S\PS RG
Glochidion sumatranum Umbrella Cheese Tree MT PE 1234 S\PS RG
Gmelina leichhardtii White Beech MT NT 12 S\PS
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES & SHRUBS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Grevillea banksii Red Flowered Silky Oak ST PE 12 S\PS
Hibiscus heterophyllus Native Rosella LS NT 1234 S\PS T
Hibiscus splendens Splendid Hibiscus LS NT 1234 S\PS T
Hibiscus tiliaceus Cottonwood MT FE 1234 S NS/RG
Leptospermum petersonii Lemon Scented Tea Tree LS PE 12 S
Leptospermum polygalifolium Wild May LS PE 1234 S\PS
Leptospermum speciosum Wallum Tea Tree LS PE 1234 S\PS
Livistona decipiens Weeping Cabbage Palm TT NT 1234 S\PS
Melaleuca bracteata Revolution Green and Revolution ST NT 1234 S
Melia azedarach Gold MT PE 12 S\PS
Melicope elleryana White Cedar MT NT 1234 S\PS
Homalanthus nutans Pink Euodia ST NT 1234 S\PS
Petalostigma pubescens Native Bleeding Heart ST FE 1 S
Petalostigma triloculare Quinine Berry MT FE 12 S\PS
Pittosporum revolutum Quinine Berry LS NT 12 S\PS
Pittosporum undulatum Yellow Pittosporum MT NT 12 S\PS
Polyscias elegans Mock Orange MT PE 1234 S\PS
Rapanea variabilis Celery Wood ST 12 S\PS T
Synoum glandulosum Muttonwood ST NT 1234 PS\SH T
Syzigium oleosum Scentless Rosewood MT NT 1234 S\PS
Tristaniopsis laurina Blue LillyPilly TT NT 1234 S\PS
Waterhousia floribunda Giant Water Gum TT NT 1234 S\PS
Weeping Lilly Pilly
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES SMALL/MEDIUM SHRUBS, VINES & GROUNDCOVERS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
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TUBE
Acacia complanata Flat Stem Wattle MS PE 12 S\PS
Acacia suaveolens Sweet Wattle MS NT 1234 S\PS
Adiantum spp. Maindenhair Ferns GC NT 1234 SH
Alpinia caerulea Native Ginger TF NT 1234 PS\SH
Austromyrtus dulcis Midyim GC FE 12 S\PS
Baeckea virgata Twiggy Myrtle MS NT 1234 S\PS
Banksia robur Swamp Banksia MS PE 1234 S\PS
Banksia spinulosa Golden Candlesticks MS NT 12 S\PS
Bauera rubioides Wiry Dog Rose SS NT 12 S\PS
Baumea rubiginosa Soft Twigrush G NT 34 S T
Blechnum spp. Water Ferns TF NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Bracteantha sp. Federation Daisy GC NT 12 S\PS
Cissus antarctica Water Vine V NT 12 S\PS NS
Cissus hypoglauca Five Leaf Water Vine V NT 12 S\PS NS
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES SMALL/MEDIUM SHRUBS, VINES & GROUNDCOVERS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Cordyline petiolaris Broadleaved Palm Lily MS NT 1234 PS\SH
Cordyline rubra Redfruited Palm lily MS NT 1234 PS\SH
Crinum pedunculatum River Lily TF PE 1234 S
Cymbopogon refractus Barbed Wire Grass G NT 12 S\PS T
Dianella caerulea Flax Lily TF FE 12 S\PS
Eleocharis equisetina Spikerush TF NT 234 S NS/T
Eleocharis genticulata Spikerush TF FE 1234 S NS/T
Eleocharis minuta Spikerush TF FE 1234 S NS/T
Eleocharis ochrostachys Spikerush TF NT 1234 S NS/T
Eleocharis spiralis Spikerush TF FE 1234 S\PS NS/T
Eleocharis tetraquetra Spikerush TF NT 234 S NS/T
Eriostemon spp. Qld. Wax flower SS NT S\PS
Hardenbergia violacea Native Sarsparilla GC PE 12 S\PS
Helichrysum spp. Golden Buttons\Paper Daisy GC PE 12 S
Hibbertia scandens Twining Guinea Flower V FE 12 S\PS NS
Juncus usitatus Common Rush TF NT 1234 S NS/T
Kennedia rubicunda Running Postman V 123 S\PS NS
Lobelia membranacea Lawn Lobelia GC NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Lomandra confertifolia Matrush G NT 12 S\PS
Lomatia silacifolia Parsley Bush MS NT 12 S\PS T
Microlaena stipoides Weeping Grass G NT 1234 PS\SH T
Myoporum acuminatum GC FE 12 S T
Omalanthus stillingifolius Dwarf Bleeding Heart SS NT 12 PS\SH
Phebalium woombye Phebalium MS FE 1 S\PS
Phebalium woombye prostate GC FE 1 S
form Frogmouth TF NT 1234 S T
Phylidrum lanuginosum SS FE 12 S\PS
Platysace lancolatus Native Coleus SS NT 12 S\PS T
Plectranthus spp. Tussock Grass G NT 12 S\PS
Poa labillardierii cv, Wallum Gold SS PE 12 S\PS
Pultenea spp. Bush Pea/Bacon and Eggs MS PE 12 S\PS
Pultenea spp. Foxtails TF NT 134 S\PS NS/T
Restio tetraphyllus Wedding Bush prostrate forms GC FE 1 S\PS
Ricinocarpus pinifolius prostate Vanilla Lily TF PE 12 S\PS
form Banana Bush MS NT 1234 S\PS
Sowerbaea juncea Kangaroo Grass TF FE 1234 S\PS
Tabernaemontana pandacaqui Betony Leaved Violet GC NT 1234 S\PS
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Themeda triandra Native Violet GC NT 1234 PS\SH
Viola betonicifolia Forest Grasstree TF NT 12 S\PS
Viola hederacea
Xanthorrhoea latifolia
Table SC6.3.4.3 Closed Forest/Rainforest Areas Species
Following in Table SC6.3.4.3 is a list of species that characterise closed forest/rainforest landscape character areas.
PRIMARY CHARACTER SPECIES
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Acmena smithii Lilly Pilly ST NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Agathis robusta Queensland Kauri MT NT 12 S RG
Alphitonia petriei Pink Ash TT NT 2 S\PS
Aphananthe philippinensis Rough leaved elm MT NT 12 S\PS
Araucaria cunninghamii Hoop Pine TT PE 12 S RG
Archontophoenix Picabeen/Bangalow Palm P NT 1234 PS\SH NS
cunninghamiana Booyong MT NT 12 S\PS T
Argyrodendron trifoliatum Black Bean TT NT 1234 S\PS RG
Castanospermum australe Brown Kurrajong MT PE 1234 S\PS
Commersonia bartramii Jackwood MT NT 12 S\PS
Cryptocarya glaucescens Native Tamarind TT NT 12 S\PS
Diploglottis australis Eumundi Quandong TT NT 12 S\PS
Elaeocarpus eumundi Blue Quandong TT NT 12 S\PS RG
Elaeocarpus grandis Hard Quandong TT PE 12 S\PS RG
Elaeocarpus obovatus Flooded Gum TT NT 123 S\PS NS/RG
Eucalyptus grandis Ribbonwood TT NT 12 S\PS NS/T
Euroschinus falcata var. Creek Sandpaper Fig ST FE 12 S\PS RG/T
Ficus coronata Sandpaper Fig MT NT 12 S RG/T
Ficus fraseri Moreton Bay Fig TT FE 1234 S NS/RG
Ficus macrophylla Smallleaved Fig TT FE 1234 S
Ficus obliqua Crows Ash MT NT 2 S
Flindersia australis Bennett's Ash MT NT 12 S
Flindersia bennettiana Bumpy Ash, Cudgerie TT NT 12 S\PS
Flindersia schottiana Cheese Tree ST NT 1234 S\PS RG
Glochidion ferdinandi Silky Oak TT 12 S\PS NS/RG
Grevillea robusta Tulipwood MT NT 12 S\PS
Harpullia pendula Native Bleeding Heart ST NT 1234 S\PS
Homalanthus nutans Foambark Tree MT NT 12 S\PS
Jagera pseudorhus Cabbage Palm TT NT 1234 S\PS
Livistona australis Macaranga MT FE 1234 S\PS NS
Macaranga tanarius Red Kamala MT NT 12 S\PS
Mallotus philippensis White Cedar MT PE 12 S\PS
Melia azedarach Pink Euodia MT NT 1234 S\PS
Melicope elleryana Plum Pine/Brown Pine MT NT 12 S\PS
Podocarpus elatus Celery Wood MT PE 1234 S\PS
Polyscias elegans Yellow Carabeen TT NT 12 S\PS
Sloanea woollsii Brush Cherry ST NT 1234 S\PS
Syzigium australe Red Cedar MT NT 12 S\PS
Toona ciliata Weeping Lilly Pilly TT NT 1234 S\PS
Waterhousia floribunda
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES AND LARGE SHRUBS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
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SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES AND LARGE SHRUBS
Acacia disparima Hickory Wattle ST PE 123 S NS
Acacia melanoxylon Blackwood TT NT 123 S NS
Acmena hemilampra Broad leaved Lilly Pilly ST NT 12 S\PS
Acmena ingens (brachyandra) Red Apple MT NT 2 SH
Acronychia imperforata Fraser Island Apple ST FE 1 S\PS
Allocasuarina torulosa Forest Oak ST NT 2 S\PS
Alphitonia excelsa Red Ash MT PE 1234 S\PS
Araucaria bidwillii Bunya Pine TT NT 2 S NS/RG
Atractocarpas chartacea NarrowLeaved Native Gardenia LS NT 12 PS\SH
Auranticarpa rhombifolia Hollywood ST NT 12 S\PS
Austromyrtus acmenioides Scrub Ironwood ST NT 12 S\PS
Austromyrtus hillii Scaly Myrtle ST NT 12 S\PS
Backhousia citriodora Lemon Scented Mrytle ST NT 12 S\PS
Backhousia myrtifolia Grey Myrtle ST NT 1234 S\PS
Barklya syringifolia Crown of Gold Tree MT NT 2 S\PS
Brachychiton acerifolius Flame Tree MT NT 2 S\PS
Brachychiton discolor Lace Bark Tree MT NT 2 S\PS
Caldcluvia paniculosa Soft Corkwood TT NT 2 S\PS
Callicoma serratifolia Black Wattle TT NT 2 S\PS
Castanospora alphandii Brown Tamarind MT NT 2 S\PS
Cryptocarya erythroxylon Pigeonberry Ash TT NT 2 S\PS
Cryptocarya laevigata Glossy Laurel LS NT 12 SH
Cryptocarya macdonaldii Cooloola Laurel MT NT 12 S\PS
Cupaniopsis anacardioides Large Leaf Tuckeroo MT FE 12 S\PS
Cupaniopsis parviflora Smallleaved Tuckeroo MT NT 12 S\PS
Cyathea cooperi Tree Fern MT NT 1234 SH NS
Decaspermum humile Silky Myrtle ST NT 12 S\PS
Dysoxylum fraserianum Rosewood TT NT 2 S\PS
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES AND LARGE SHRUBS
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Dysoxylum muelleri Red Bean MT NT 12 S\PS RG
Elaeocarpus reticulatus Blueberry Ash MT PE 12 S\PS
Emmenosperma alphitonioides Yellow Ash TT NT 2 S\PS
Endiandra pubens Hairy Walnut TT NT 2 SH
Ficus platypoda Rock Fig ST FE 12 S RG
Flindersia xanthoxyla Long Jack\ Yellowwood TT NT 2 S
Glochidion sumatranum Umbrella Cheese Tree MT PE 1234 S\PS RG
Gmelina leichhardtii White Beech MT NT 12 S\PS
Grevillea hilliana White Yiel Yiel MT NT 12 S\PS
Harpullia hillii Bluntleaved Tulipwood MT NT 12 S\PS
Hibiscus heterophyllus Native Rosella LS NT 1234 S\PS T
Hibiscus splendens Splendid Hibiscus LS NT 1234 S\PS T
Hodgkinsonia ovatiflora Hodgkinsonia MT NT 12 S\PS T
Hymenosporum flavum Native Frangipani MT NT 1234 S\PS
Linospadix monostachya Walking Stick Palm P NT 12 SH NS
Livistona decipiens Weeping Cabbage Palm TT NT 1234 S\PS
Lophostemon confertus Brush Box TT FE 1234 S\PS RG
Macadamia integrifolia Queensland Nut Tree MT NT 12 S\PS
Neolitsea dealbata White Bolly Gum MT NT 1234 PS\SH T
Pararchidendron pruinosum Snowwood ST NT 12 S\PS
Petalostigma triloculare Quinine Berry MT FE 12 S\PS
Pittosporum revolutum Yellow Pittosporum LS NT 12 S\PS
Pittosporum undulatum Mock Orange MT NT 12 S\PS
Polyscias murrayi Pencil Cedar MT NT 2 S\PS
Rapanea variabilis Muttonwood ST 12 S\PS T
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SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES TREES AND LARGE SHRUBS
Rhodamnia argentea Silver Myrtle ST NT 12 S\PS T
Rhodamnia rubescens Scrub Turpentine MT NT 12 S\PS
Rhodomyrtus psidioides Native Guava MT NT 1234 S\PS
Rhodosphaera rhodanthema Deep Yellow Wood MT PE 12 S\PS
Stenocarpus sinuatus Firewheel Tree\Wheel of Fire MT NT 12 S\PS
Synoum glandulosum Scentless Rosewood ST NT 1234 PS\SH T
Syzigium francisii Francis' Water Gum MT NT 1234 S\PS
Syzigium hodgkinsoniae Red Lilly Pilly ST NT 12 PS\SH
Syzigium luehmannii Riberry MT NT 1234 S\PS
Syzigium oleosum Blue LillyPilly MT NT 1234 S\PS
Tristaniopsis laurina Giant Water Gum TT NT 1234 S\PS
Xanthostemon Oppositifolia Southern Panda MT NT 12 S\PS
SECONDARY CHARACTER SPECIES SMALL/MEDIUM SHRUBS, VINES & GROUNDCOVERS
Numerous ferns, cycads and orchids are suitable for shaded areas under rainforest canopy
BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME FORM SALT SOIL ASPECT STREET /
ROOT /
TUBE
Adiantum spp. Maidenhair Ferns GC NT 1234 SH
Alpinia caerulea Native Ginger TF NT 1234 PS\SH
Aphanopetalum resinosum Gum Vine V NT 1and2 S\PS NS
Aristolochia praevenosa Richmond Birdwing Vine V NT 1and2 S\PS NS
Austromyrtus dulcis Midyim GC FE 1and2 S\PS
Austromyrtus inophloia cv Blushing Beauty SS NT 1and2 S\PS
Baeckea virgata Twiggy Myrtle MS NT 1234 S\PS
Blechnum spp. Water Ferns TF NT 1234 S\PS\SH
Callicarpa pedunculata Velvet Leaf MS NT 2 S\PS T
Cissus antarctica Water Vine V NT 1and2 S\PS NS
Cissus hypoglauca Five Leaf Water Vine V NT 1and2 S\PS NS
Cordyline petiolaris Broadleaved Palm Lily MS NT 1234 PS\SH
Cordyline rubra Redfruited Palm lily MS NT 1234 PS\SH
Davallia pyxidata Haresfoot Fern GC PS\SH
Dianella caerulea Flax Lily TF FE 1and2 S\PS
Dodonea triquetra Native Hop MS PE 12 S\PS T
Gahnia aspera Saw Sedge TF NT 1234 S\PS
Hovea acutifolia Hovea MS NT 1234 S\PS
Lomandra longifolia/histrix Matrush TF FE 1234 S\PS
Milletia megasperma Native Wisteria V NT 1234 S\PS NS
Omalanthus stillingifolius Dwarf Bleeding Heart SS NT 1and2 PS\SH
Pandorea jasminoides Bower of Beauty V NT 1,2and3 S\PS NS
Pandorea pandorana Wonga Vine V 1,2and3 S\PS NS
Pilidiostigma glabrum Plum Myrtle MS NT 12 PS\SH
Tabernaemontana pandacaqui Banana Bush MS NT 1234 S\PS NS/T
Viola betonicifolia Betony Leaved Violet GC NT 1234 S\PS
Viola hederacea Native Violet GC NT 1234 PS\SH
SC6.3.5 Undesirable Plant Species
(1) There are a number of plants that should not be planted due to their undesirable characteristics. Such characteristics include:
(a) invasive habits
(b) potential to become bushland weeds
(c) uncontrollable growth characteristics
(d) environmental impact on other native species
(e) maintenance difficulty
(f) displacement of natural landscape character
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(2) Listed below in Table SC6.3.5.1 are species that are not acceptable for inclusion in landscape plans that require Council
approval, and their use elsewhere is discouraged. Those species marked with an asterisk (*) are highly invasive through
vegetative reproduction and rampant growth habit. They should be removed where possible and should NEVER be disposed of as
garden waste in bushland.
Table SC6.3.5.1 Undesirable Plant Species
Botanical Name Common Name
Agave spp
Anredera cordifolia* Madeira Vine
Arecastrum romanzoffianum Cocos Palm
Aristolochia durior* Dutchman’s Pipe
Aristolochia elegans*
Aristolochia macrophylla* Exotic species of Aristolochia is
poisonous to the Richmond Birdwing butterflies Bamboo all varieties
Bambusa spp Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea spp Buddleja
Buddleja madagascariensis Mother of Millions
Bryophyllum spp* Purple succulent
Callisia fragrans
Canna indica Balloon Vine
Cardiospermum grandiflorum* Sicklepod
Cassia obtusifolia Chinese Elm
Celtis sinesis Camphor Laurel
Cinnamomum camphora Pampas Grass
Cortaderia silloana Cadaghi Gum
Corymbia torelliana Persimmon Tree
Diospyros kaki Butterfly Bush
Duranta repens Dwarf Poinsettia
Euphorbia cyathophora Rubber Tree
Ficus elastica Himalayan Ash
Fraxinus griffithi Glory Lily
Gloriosa superba* Balsam
Impatiens walleriana
Ipomoea acuminata* Mile a Minute
Ipomoea cairica* Morning Glory
Ipomoea indica* Golden Rain Tree
Koelreuteria elegans Lantana
Lantana camara Creeping Lantana
Lantana montevidensis Leucaena
Leucaena spp Broad Leaf Privet
Ligustrum lucidum Small Leaf Privet
Ligustrum sinense Honeysuckle
Lonicera japonica* Cats Claw Creeper
Macfadyena unguiscati* Mock Orange
Murraya exotica Fishbone Fern
Nephrolepis cordifolia Ochna
Ochna serrulata Corky Passion Vine
Passiflora suberosa* Exotic pine trees
Pinus spp Asparagus Fern
Protoasparagus afticanus* Asparagus Fern
Protaspargus densiflorus* Climbing Asparagus Fern
Protasparagus plumosus* Asian Bell Tree
Radermachera sinica Indian Hawthorn
Rhapiolepis indica Mother in Laws Tongue
Sansevieria trifasciata Umbrella Tree
Schefflera actinophylla Pepper Tree
Schinus molle Broad Leaf Pepper Tree
Schinus terebinthifolia Easter Cassia
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Botanical Name Common Name
Senna coluteoides Winter Cassia
Senna floribunda African Tulip Tree
Spathodea campanulata (fallen flowers are a hazard to Yellow Bells
pedestrians in paved areas) Japanese Sunflower
Tecoma stans Blackeyed Susan
Tithonia diversifolia Wandering Jew
Thunbergia alata* Singapore Daisy
Tradescantia albiflora* Wandering Jew
Wedelia trilobata*
Zebrina pendula
And all declared noxious weeds
SC6.3.6 Koala Food Trees
(1) Several areas of Noosa Shire are important habitat and corridors for koalas. Additional planting of koala food and habitat trees is
sought in these areas.
(2) Table SC6.4.6.1 below shows a list of suitable koala food trees which are native to the Noosa area where:
(a) P denotes primary food source;
(b) S denotes secondary food source.
(3) The Australian Koala Foundation has listed other species suitable as “Preferred Koala Shelter Trees”.
(4) Observation has shown the species below marked by an asterisk (*) are particularly well used by the local koala population.
(5) The taller species of the eucalypts should only be used in large open areas.
Table SC6.3.6.1 Koala Food Trees
Botanical Name Common Name
Acacia aulacocarpa Hickory Wattle
Acacia melanoxylon Blackwood
Callitris columellaris Cooloola Cypress Pine
Corymbia maculata Spotted Gum (S)
Corymbia gummifera Red Bloodwood (S)
Corymbia intermdia Pink Bloodwood
Corymbia tessellaris Morton Bay Ash
Eucalyptus acmenioides White Mahogany (S)
Eucalyptus cloeziana Gympie Messmate
Eucalyptus crebra Narrowleaved Ironbark
Eucalyptus grandis Flooded Gum (S)
Eucalyptus microcorys Tallowwood P*
Eucalyptus pilularis Blackbutt
Eucalyptus propinqua Grey Gum (S)
Eucalyptus racemosa Scribbly Gum (S)
Eucalyptus resinifera Red Mahogany (Red Stringybark) (S)
Eucalyptus robusta Swamp Mahogany P*
Eucalyptus seeana Narrow Leaved Red Gum
Eucalyptus siderophloia Grey Ironbark S
Eucalyptus tereticornis Queensland Blue Gum (Red Forest Gum) P*
Eucalyptus umbra Shade Mahogany
Lophostemon confertus Bruch Box
Lophostemon suaveolens Swamp Box
Melaleuca quinquenervia Swamp Paperbark
SC6.3.7 Landscaping Design Guidelines for Development
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(1) Successful landscape design can achieve a favourable setting for buildings and enhance the environment and ambience for both
residents and neighbourhoods.
(2) Landscape design should take into account existing site conditions including:
(a) Existing vegetation,
(b) Aspect,
(c) Soil type and conditions,
(d) Pedestrian and vehicular circulation / access,
(e) Communal and private open spaces,
(f) Shade and sunlight, and
(g) Utility areas.
(3) Developers and their design teams should also look beyond the boundaries of the site and consider external influences such as:
(a) Character of the surrounding neighbourhood,
(b) Existing vegetation,
(c) Desirable and undesirable views,
(d) Outlooks from neighbouring locations,
(e) Noise sources such as busy roads, and
(f) Connectivity within the locality.
(4) Obviously different types of landscape treatments are required for different types of development that occur throughout the Shire
(e.g. housing, commercial, industrial, roads and recreation). The Landscaping Code within the Noosa Plan 2019 includes various
specific outcomes and probable solutions in relation to landscape treatments for the various types of development. Other aspects
to consider in landscape design are outlined below.
(5) Gateways and Entrances to Town/Communities
(a) As the first impression of a town is gained from its approaches, landscape treatment of these areas is vital.
(b) Mounding and mass plantings of largegrowing trees within the road reserve signals entry to a new community, as well as
screening unsightly land uses which often occur in the outskirts of town.
(c) Vegetation types should be based on the species occurring naturally in the particular area in order to differentiate
communities. However, some nonlocal species have historical significance to particular towns and consideration may be
given to the inclusion of these species in plant selections.
(6) Palms
(a) Within Noosa Shire palms generally occur in natural settings in gullies and along creek lines. Where palms do occur
naturally, they are generally in groups or clumps with other native species. Consequently, the use of palms as major
elements in landscaping schemes is not encouraged.
(b) Canopy trees with narrow trunks and vines supported on fences or screens are more appropriate than palms in narrow
gardens.
(c) Where palms are used, for example around pool areas or a water feature within a development, they should be planted in
clumps or groups with other native species, listed in this policy. Sentinel planting of palms is inappropriate (i.e. individual
palms standing guard to either side of a building/structure.
(d) The use of palms in side or rear setback areas is also inappropriate, as they do not provide sufficient foliage to screen and
soften buildings.
(7) Understorey
(a) Creative use of ground covers and understorey plants is important to achieve an overall landscaped effect. The use of native
grasses for both gardens and open space areas is encouraged particularly for developments in or adjoining remnant
bushland.
(b) Mulched planted areas are often a better landscape solution than turfed open areas.
(c) Where areas are to be grassed, native grasses are desirable due to their resistance to drought, pests and disease, their
low maintenance, their significantly lower nutrient and water requirements, and their distinctive Australian attributes of
texture, colour and form, compared with the artificial “high nutrient” greenness of turf grasses.
(8) Wet Areas
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(a) These areas include irrigation areas for domestic sewerage treatment plants, areas downstream of septic trenches,
overland flow paths, creek banks and damp spots in general.
(b) The use of species whose root systems can tolerate damp conditions is essential. Use of these species will also aid in
uptake of excess water and nutrients.
(c) Planting in wet areas assists with the prevention of erosion.
(9) Planting to Restore Habitat
(a) In the past, large areas of formal habitat have been destroyed to make way for farming and development in Noosa. In order
to protect biodiversity, it is important that revegetation and landscaping incorporate native species that are important either
as food or habitat for local faunal species.
(b) Planting and weed removal may be required to restore habitat where development has encroached upon remnant native
bushland, commonly located along watercourses. Often escaped garden plants, some of which can dominate the native
vegetation, invade the bushland, particularly its edges. Dumping of garden waste in adjacent bushland also causes
degradation of the natural vegetation and all such waste should be disposed of thoughtfully.
(10) Planting Size
(a) The selected planting size will vary depending upon the nature of the development, availability of plant species, the type of
plant and any specific conditions contained within a development approval. It is recognised that some plant species grow
better from smaller containers for example Eucalypts and Brush box grow best from a 200 millimetre pot. In each case, root
systems are to be sturdily established in a container to ensure expected plant size is congruous with size of pot. As a
general guide the following minimum pot sizes apply:
(b) Regardless of pot size, it is essential that plants have not become root bound.
Type of Plant Minimum Pot Size
Street and feature trees 45 Litre (75 litre for prominent areas)
Trees generally 25 Litre
Tall, slow growing or feature shrubs 200 millimetre
Shrubs generally 150 millimetre
Ground covers, climbers and tufted plants 140 millimetre
(11) Layout – Plant Density and Grouping
(a) The plant density will vary depending on the type of landscape character being created for example rainforest areas have a
much higher density of trees and understorey than an open woodland setting.
(b) Obviously a denser rate of planting is required when attempting to create visual buffers or windbreaks. This can be more
successfully achieved by layering of planting from low at the edges towards taller planting at the centre. A similar method
can be employed in softening of fence lines or walls.
(c) Planting designs should be based on informal layouts of tree groupings or clusters with understorey layers of shrubs and
ground covers at an appropriate density with the entire planting area covered with a layer of mulch.
(d) Apart from the aesthetics of these groupings, plants thrive in groups and in mulched areas, rather than in lawn. The
grouping and mulching provides protection for plants, avoids damage (from builders and whippersnipers), conserves
water and is easier to maintain.
(e) As a general guide the following separation between plants would be appropriate:
(i) Trees 5 metres apart
(ii) Larger shrubs 2 metres apart
(iii) Groundcovers – 500 millimetre to 1 metre apart
(f) To create a visual buffer, the following separations between plants may be more appropriate:
(i) Trees – 2 metres apart
(ii) Larger shrubs – 1 metre apart
(iii) Groundcovers – 500 millimetre to 1 metre apart
(12) Structures/Materials
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(a) Creative landscape works can effectively combine structures with planting. The use of timber slatted screens, pergolas,
planters, sleeper walls, pervious paving, rockwork etc, in combination with planting is encouraged.
(b) Concrete retaining structures such as crib block walls are generally not desirable, as the materials do not integrate as well
with natural vegetation as timber and local stone. Further, it can take considerable time to soften the look of concrete walls.
(c) Utilisation of ‘bioengineering’ techniques in preference to more traditional engineering forms is also encouraged (e.g.
vegetated swales to drainage lines rather than concretelined drains).
(d) Tree grates provide for water and natural air movement however are not to be used as a drain.
(13) Design for Low Maintenance
(a) Landscaping schemes should be designed with consideration to maintenance requirements. Landscaping with simple
maintenance requirements will achieve a better longterm result. Careful preparation of garden areas prior to planting is
also essential for successful growth of plants.
(b) Local species are better suited to the local environment and therefore have lower maintenance requirements. In addition,
extensive use of mulched areas provides a better growing environment for plants, suppresses weeds and retains water.
Remulching at regular intervals, particularly in high use areas, will be a necessary component of any ongoing maintenance
programs.
(c) In some instances, landscaping may become Co uncil’s responsibility to maintain (e.g. parks). Landscaping works with
high maintenance requirements in such areas will not be accepted. For example, hedges are not desirable as they require
high maintenance and do not form part of Noosa Shires natural landscape.
(14) Service areas
(a) Waste bin storage areas and bin wash down areas are to be effectively screened from public view using creative
landscaping techniques refer to section (12).
(b) Onsite landscaping is not to interfere with pedestrian and vehicular access to waste bins.
(15) Planting in the Vicinity of Sewers and Manholes
(a) Tree roots can infiltrate household drains and sewer mains causing blockages and damage to pipes. Nothing should be
planted within 2 metres of a sewer manhole so that access to the manhole is not impeded. The following species are best
kept well away from underground pipes, sewer manholes, and water meters:
(i) Gum trees (particularly those species that grow into large trees)
(ii) Fig trees
(iii) Rubber trees
(iv) Lilly Pilly trees
(v) Umbrella trees (an environmental weed in this area)
(b) The following list provides some examples of suitable native species for planting near sewers.
Species Name Varieties Growth Habitat
Callistemon Wilderness White weeping shrub 3m x 2m
Wildfire bushy, weeping shrub 4.5m x 3m
Taree Pink 3m x 2m
Little John dwarf, compact shrub 1.5m x 1.5m
Candy Pink 2.5m x 2m
Captain Cook 2m x 1.5m
Eureka 4m x 1.5m
Firebrand compact shrub with arching branches 2m x 1.5m
Grevillea Coastal Glow, Elegance, Firesprite, Kay 3m x 2m
Williams, Misty Pink and Strawberry
Blonde
Grevillea Coconut Ice, Bon Accord, Golden Lyre, 2m x 1.5m
Ned Kelly, Orange Marmalade, Robyn
Gordon, Splendor and Superb
Grevillea LIttle Miss Muffet, Scarlet Spirte 1.5m x 1m
Grevillea Honey Gem, Majestic, Moonlight, Pink 4m x 2m
Surprise, Sandra Gordon and Sylvia
Leptospermum Brachyandrum dense weeping medium shrub 3m x 1.5m
Cardwell bushy weeping shrub 2m x 1.5m
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Pacific Beauty 1m x 1.5m
Lemon Scented Tea Tree 4m x 3m
Pink Cascade compact shrub 80cm x 1.5m
Lomandra hystrix tufted, weeping grass plant 1m x 50cm
Melaleuca Claret Tops compact shrub 1.5m x 1m
Nodosa compact shrub 3m x 1.5m
Sea Foam bushy shrub 2m x 1m
Snowflake compact shrub 1.5m x 1m
Thymifolia spreading shrub 75cm x 1.5m
Pultenea villosa weeping shrub 1.5m x 2m
Westringia Fruticosa bushy shrub 2m x 1.5m
Wynyabbie Gem bushy shrub 2m x 1.5m
Xanthostemon Fairhill Gold compact shrub 3m x 2.5m
Acronychia imperforata Fraser Island Apple bushy shrub 3m x 1.5m
Alectryon coriaceus Beach Bird's Eye bushy shrub 3m x 2m
Banksia ericifolia Heath Banksia large bushy shrub 4m x 2m
Banksia spinulosa Hairpin Banksia medium upright shrub 2m x 1.5m
Baeckea virgata Twiggy Baeckea hardy, compact shrub 3m x 2m
(16) Planting Techniques –Preparation of Garden Beds for Public Land, Road Reserves and Parks.
(a) Careful preparation of garden areas prior to planting is essential to successful growth of plants, particularly where planting
areas are adjacent to road or building construction works.
(b) The following points should be observed:
(i) Soil used is to comply with the Australian Standard (AS 4410) Soil for Landscaping and Gardens;
(ii) Soil imported to garden beds should have similar soil structure to that existing in the area;
(iii) Remove all weeds, debris, rubbish, grass, etc. from areas to be planted;
(iv) In conjunction with roadwork, remove all bitumen and road base from areas to be planted to a depth of 600
millimetres from top of kerb. Refer to Figure SC6.3.1 below.
Figure 6.3.1
(c) Add topsoil (preferably local soil) as required, form garden beds and spread any stockpiled topsoil to finished
levels;
(d) Any imported topsoil to be free of large stones, weeds, sticks, rubbish, material toxic to plant growth, Nut Grass and
Oxalis, and declared pests such as fire ants;
(e) Beds adjacent to hard areas to finish 100 millimetres below paved level or top of kerb to allow for depth of mulch;
(f) Garden beds should be left for one month prior to planting to allow the treatment of weeds contained in the soil and
to allow for regeneration of natural seeds;
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(g) When constructing mounding or banks, highly compacted fill material in the top 600 millimetres should be avoided
as this can impede root penetration and the successful growth of plants; and
(h) Maintain maximum fall of 1:3 to ensure stability of mulch on slopes and allow for access for maintenance. Refer to
Figure SC6.3.2.
Figure SC6.3.2
(17) Planting Procedures
(a) Correct planting procedures ensure greater success in establishment of landscapes. The following points should be
complied with:
(i) Do not plant in extreme hot, cold or atmospheric disturbances;
(ii) Dig separate holes for each plant, 100 millimetres wider and deeper than container. Loosen soil at base of holes a
further 150 millimetres in depth. Fill holes with water and allow water to drain away. Refer to Figure SC6.4.3 and
Figure SC6.4.4;
(iii) Position plant in centre of hole, set and backfill, retaining original soil level of container. Only tease out roots if root
ball is compacted or potbound;
(iv) Incorporate suitable fertiliser and/or water crystals, if required, at time of backfilling refer to section (20);
(v) Gently and firmly tap down around root ball, leaving a shallow watering depression. Water immediately and
thoroughly using a minimum of 5 litres per plant;
(vi) Mulch after planting (and installation of irrigation if applicable) refer to section (18) Mulch types;
(vii) Where mulch is already in place, it should be raked well back from around the area and the hole dug. Excess soil
should be removed or spread prior to replacing mulch to prevent mixing of the two mediums; and
(viii) Plants that are severely root bound are not to be used.
Figures SC6.3.3 Planting in Level Areas
Figure SC6.3.4 Planting on slopes
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(18) Mulch Types
(a) Mulching of planted areas conserves water by retaining soil moisture, maintains even soil temperature, reduces erosion,
compaction and root disturbance, and suppresses weed growth.
(b) Mulch should be spread over entire planted area at a depth of 75 to 100 millimetres and be kept 50 millimetres from stems
of plants to avoid collar rot.
(c) The use of polythene film under mulch is not recommended as it prevents air and moisture from penetrating the soil and
kills soil organisms. Use thick layers of wetted newspaper or cardboard under mulch in weed infested areas.
(d) Ground covers provide living mulch once established.
(e) Suggested mulch types are below:
Steep Areas or Embankments: Hoop Pine mulch
High profile areas: Forest Blend or Bush mulch
Road Islands and Gardens Forest Blend or Bush mulch
(19) Soil Nutrients and Fertilsing
(a) Soils in the Noosa Shire are generally acid, low in nutrients and well suited to the growth of native plants. Care is needed
when using any fertilisers. Adverse effects on water quality can occur as unused nutrients penetrate waterways via runoff
and by leaching into the water table. Phosphorous is especially damaging to water quality.
(b) Fertilisers can be damaging to some plants. For instance, fertilisers with phosphorus content should be avoided for
species in the Proteaceae family, which includes, Banksia, Grevillea and Hakea.
(c) Acacia species produce nitrogenfixing nodules and nitrogenous fertilisers can be harmful for these plants. These affects
can be aggravated by sandy soils.
(d) Avoid “Complete Fertilisers” on native plantings. Incorrectly applied fastacting, usually inorganic, fertilisers can “burn” roots.
Increased soil nitrogen can stimulate growth of pathogenic (destructive) soil fungi. High levels of potassium can interfere
with a plant’s capacity to absorb magnesium.
(e) Use of fertilisers on gardens in or adjoining bushlands needs care. Native plant communities are adapted to low soil
nutrient levels and increasing these can lead to heavy weed infestation.
(f) The most beneficial way to improve nutrient status is to decompact and aerate soils. Plants cannot absorb fertiliser if the
soil is compacted. If fertilisers are deemed necessary, use specially prepared mixes for native plants.
(g) Fertiliser tablets should only be added to the base of the tree or shrub.
(20) Water Crystals
(a) Water Crystals should be placed in soil that is already wet.
(b) Sandy Soils Mix 10 grams or one teaspoon of water crystals to 10 litres of water or 1 bucket of soil mixed well and added
as back fill around the plant. This is for a 200 millimetre pot. Note: Sandy Soils can also be improved by mixing peat through
the soil and watering well prior to planting.
(c) Clay Soils Heavy clay soils would not require water crystals.
(21) Watering Systems
(a) In general Council does not encourage the use of water systems, but rather prefers native plants that grow naturally in the
area and therefore do not require the use of a water system. However, where the design requires a water system the intent
of design for the watering system shall be to provide a functioning sprinkler and/or drip irrigation system that will deliver
water for optimum plant growth. Advice on irrigation design can be sought from a specialist supplier/installer.
(b) In areas connected to reticulated water supply watering systems should only be added to gardens where meters are
installed. (Note: Plumbing approval is required for a system that connects to any reticulated water service including non
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potable water supplies).
(22) Watering Plants
(a) Thoroughly water immediately after planting with minimum 5 litres per plant to remove air, settle soil around roots and to
activate water crystals. Deep watering encourages strong deep root growth and is preferred to more regular shallow
watering.
(b) Watering should be carried out on a daily basis for three days after planting followed by twice weekly for two weeks and then
as required according to rainfall, weather conditions and nature of the soil.
(23) Staking of Trees
(a) Staking is necessary only if plants are exposed to strong winds or subject to damage from adjacent works. Staking can
cause plants to rely on support other than their own stems, resulting in a weaker plant.
(b) The preferred method is to place three stakes around the plant beyond the root ball and secure loosely with plastic ringlock
or hessian ties so that the plants move freely within the enclosure.
(c) Large transplanted trees require guying and staking until the roots are well established in the natural ground. It is
suggested that a specialist carry out the staking in these instances
Figure SC6.3.5 Preferred method of staking trees
(24) Establishment
(a) Following completion of landscape works, ongoing maintenance is required to ensure successful establishment of
planting. The following points should be complied with:
(i) Any inferior or damaged plant material should be replaced;
(ii) All necessary weeding, watering and pruning should be undertaken to ensure healthy growth. Continue pruning as
necessary for maintenance of sight lines and shaping of plants;
(iii) Mulch should be kept in place and be replenished as necessary;
(iv) Irrigation systems should be maintained in operational order; and
(v) All debris should be disposed of in a thoughtful manner.
SC6.3.8 Landscaping Guidelines for Council works and works on public land
(1) The development and maintenance of public spaces in accordance with this policy is important due to their extensive areas, high
visibility and contribution to local character values.
(2) This policy is to provide consistent direction and guidance when undertaking landscaping works within parks, road reserves and
other public places to offer some direction to private development and to ensure integration of such works with the natural
environment and private development sites.
(3) Should a development approval require the removal of any landscaping on public land, replacement landscaping must be
provided to the satisfaction and standard of council.
(4) Council will utilise these guidelines in designing planting schemes for such areas. It will also ensure advanced and semi
advanced trees are established in street planting programs.
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(5) Plant Species Selection
(a) Species for Council works or works on public land are to be consistent with the plant species lists in this policy including
for:
(i) footpaths adjacent to commercial or residential development; and
(ii) parks used for active pursuits.
(b) There may be some variation to the plant species referred to in this policy however such variations shall be minor to the
overall scheme and should have a relationship to the existing or preferred character of the area.
(6) Plant Ordering
(a) Ordering plant species for Council landscaping projects or projects on public land must ensure that:
(i) Plants are ordered well in advance to ensure availability of required numbers and sizes;
(ii) Plants are wellformed, hardenedoff stock, wellbranched and foliated, true to type;
(iii) The root system is sturdily established in a container with no large roots extending and not root bound;
(iv) Form and habit are normal for species scheduled and pruning scars to be clean cut;
(v) Leaves are of normal shape colour and texture with minimal physical damage;
(vi) Plants are free of living insect pests and free from any disease or physical injury;
(vii) Containers are free of weeds; and
(viii) All plants are delivered to site clearly and accurately labelled. Containers to be maintained on site until planted.
(7) Priorities
(a) Works in publicly controlled areas that require remedial landscaping and the planting of road reserve areas will receive
priority. Remedial works will take the form of upgrading existing works in accordance with these guidelines. The
reinforcement of existing plantings with species that reflect the natural character will also be carried out.
(b) The road reserve areas of the highest priority comprise the arterial, distributor and collector roads, especially those which
form major tourist routes and approaches to townships and the entrances to the Shire.
(c) Road reserve areas which directly adjoin private residences are generally not maintained as part of public works.
Landscaping works on road reserves adjoining private residences may be undertaken by property owners if in accordance
with the Landscaping on Council Road Reserve Policy.
(d) Undertaking work on road reserves will include the following:
(i) Retain and build upon existing significant road reserve vegetation on approaches to townships and entrances to the
Shire;
(ii) Limit road widening / clearing of vegetation on main entrance roads;
(iii) Limit new access roads from properties;
(iv) Use species that present appropriate character; and
(v) Retain and reinforce existing vegetation along road reserves to ensure that rural roads present a tree canopy cover.
SC6.4 PSP3 Ecological assessment guidelines
SC6.4.1 Purpose
(1) The purpose of the Ecological Assessment planning scheme policy is to:
(a) identify some of the circumstances under which an ecological assessment will be required;
(b) ensure that the ecological attributes of areas are identified, protected and managed before, during and after development,
thereby contributing to the Shirewide protection of environmental values;
(c) assist applicants to adequately address the environmental and ecological aspects of the development site by ensuring a
consistent approach for ecological assessments; and
(d) ensure flora, fauna and ecosystem information collected is provided in a format that allows input to identified databases for
use in improving knowledge of the Shire’s ecological values.
SC6.4.2 Information Council may request
(1) Without limiting its discretion under section 51(1) of the Planning Act 2016, Council may request information about an application
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in the form of an ecological assessment including where an application proposes development on premises that may have one or
more of the following attributes:
(a) supports native vegetation (remnant and/or regrowth);
(b) the potential to support Endangered, Vulnerable, Nearthreatened, migratory or other significant species ;
(c) located in or adjacent to a protected estate (a national park, conservation park, state forest, nature reserve or voluntary
conservation agreements etc.);
(d) located within a water supply catchment area or in close proximity to a stream, river wetland, waterway or ground water; or
(e) the site is considered part of a critical habitat area or a linkage in a vegetation/wildlife corridor ; or
(f) identified in Council planning documents as containing ecological values.
1 Refer to the report “Fauna and its Associated Biodiversity Values in Noosa Shire”
2 Refer to “Networks based on Landform, Landscape, Aesthetic and Environmental Values in Noosa Shire (1996)”
SC6.4.3 Permits and Qualifications of the Consultant
(1) The Ecological Assessment must be undertaken by a suitably qualified consultant(s) with appropriate qualifications in
Environmental Science, Botany, Zoology, Ecology or another related discipline. The consultant(s) must also have demonstrated
experience in undertaking flora and fauna surveys, assessing regional ecosystems, and conservation, ecology and biodiversity
assessments and preferably within the SouthEast Queensland Bioregion.
(2) For a Protected Plants Flora Survey, the survey must be coordinated and led by a suitably qualified person who has met the self
assessment criteria contained in s4.2.1 of the Protected Plants – Flora Survey Guidelines v2 2016 (as amended from time to time)
and has been endorsed by Department of Environment and Science (DES).
(3) Persons undertaking ecological assessment must have the appropriate permits prior to undertaking field surveys with permit
copies supplied to Council with the submission of the ecological assessment.
(4) A ‘Permit to take, use, keep or interfere with cultural or natural resources’ is required when working within protected areas. In non
protected areas, a ‘Protected animal scientific or educational purposes permit’ (Scientific Purposes Permit) is required, pursuant
to the Nature Conservation Act 1992.
(5) For activities on tenure listed under the Forestry Act 1959, such as state forests, forest reserves and timber reserves, both a
Scientific Purposes Permit and a Permit to Collect may be required for some activities.
(6) If working in areas covered under the Marine Parks Act 2004 (i.e. area of water or land subject to tidal influence), then permits may
be required from the Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing.
(7) Persons undertaking fauna assessments must also have received the approval of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
Animal Ethics Committee (AEC) and must be registered with the Biosecurity Queensland before undertaking ecological surveys.
(8) All reports submitted from studies undertaken in accordance with these acts must demonstrate compliance with these
requirements. Under permit requirements, persons undertaking research/survey must:
(a) record detailed information of any Endangered, Vulnerable or Nearthreatened (EVNT) species, which are found on the site on
the WildNET data 0.4 excel form. Completed forms should be supplied electronically to DSITIA’s WildNet Team
([email protected]).
(a) Prior to commencement of any survey, the consultant is required to advise the AEC by email of the dates and locations of
any survey.
(b) The consultant must ensure that all personnel involved are included in the original AEC approval or have been added to the
approval via an amendment.
SC6.4.4 Relevant Reference Documents
(1) The following reference documents should be consulted in conjunction with Ecological Assessments within Noosa Shire:
(a) The Noosa Plan: The relevant Local Plan Code and associated overlay codes and maps including the Biodiversity,
Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Maps and Codes.
(b) Biodiversity Assessment Report (Feb 2017).
(c) Vegetation of Noosa Shire Edition 2 (June 2003).
(d) Fauna and Its Associated Biodiversity Values in Noosa Shire (Nov 2003).
(e) Networks based on Landform, Landscape, Aesthetic and Environmental Values in Noosa Shire (1996).
(f) Queensland Flora Survey Guidelines – Protected Plants (2016)
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(g) Terrestrial Vertebrate Fauna Survey Guidelines for Queensland v3 (2018)
(h) Information sheet Page Species Management Program Requirements for tampering with a protected animal breeding
place in Queensland (DES 2016).
(i) Methodology for Survey and Mapping of Regional Ecosystems and Vegetation Communities in Queensland, Version 3.2,
Queensland Herbarium. (2012).
SC6.4.5 Requirements for Assessment
(1) Survey Period:
(a) All ecological assessments are to be conducted over 45 days and nights unless otherwise specified by Council. For larger
sites and developments, a greater ecological assessment and timeframe may be required.
(b) Requests to undertake a lesser level of assessment than that specified in this document will be a matter for negotiation
between the applicant and Council’s delegate, based on the potential environmental impact of the particular development
proposed and the environmental characteristics of the site.
(c) The survey dates and weather conditions during the survey period must be recorded.
(2) Survey Area:
(a) The survey area is to include the maximum area likely to be affected by the construction and ongoing operation of the
proposed development. The area outside the development area on the site is also to be incorporated into the field survey,
and in some instances it may be necessary to also include areas surrounding or adjoining the property.
(b) For a Protected Plants Flora Survey, the extent of an area to be surveyed is the clearing impact area, which includes both the
‘area to be cleared’ (to the extent it is within a high risk area) and a ‘buffer zone’. Under certain conditions, an application to
DES for a reduced buffer can be made using the Request Form – Variation from the Flora Survey Guidelines. The
requirements for a Protected Plants Flora Survey are listed in s6.2 and s7.2 of Queensland Government, Department of
Environment and Heritage Protection (2016) Flora Survey Guidelines – Protected Plants.
(c) Community Consultation:
It is recommended that local naturalists and other sources of local knowledge who are likely to be able to provide further
detailed information about the ecological values of the study area (e.g. members of local environmental or catchment
groups) are consulted during the preparation of the Ecological Site Assessment.
(3) Past records and Database searches:
(a) Past records, particularly of Endangered, Vulnerable, Nearthreatened or Special Least Concern / migratory species, that
have been recorded in the general vicinity should be referenced and documented in the report. This information will provide
the basis for specific targeted searches for particular species. Records that may be consulted include research reports and
databases such as WildNET and Herbrecs, Atlas of Living Australia (www.ala.org.au); Regulated Vegetation Management
mapping including Highvalue Regrowth Vegetation mapping and Essential Habitat mapping, WildNET, Queensland
Museum, Queensland Herbarium, Biomaps etc.
(4) Site Characteristics:
(a) An accurate, clear description of the site’s location is important to enable it to be identified by other recorders. Data recorded
for the location of the site include:
(i) plain English description using local points to locate the site (e.g. street corners, shopping centres etc). This acts as
a crossreference for the other methods of recording the site’s location; and
(ii) spatial reference data including geographic or projected coordinates and datum for use in geographic information
systems (GIS); and
(iii) Lot on plan description of the site.
(b) Data recorded for the physical nature of the site include:
(i) slope;
(ii) aspect;
(iii) waterways and wetlands;
(iv) position in the terrain; and
(v) soils and geology
(vi) disturbance regimes.
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