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MCU15/0036 Annexure C (Amended)- Noosa Heads And Community Use Code
Table 9.1 Specific Outcomes and Probable Solutions for the Noosa Heads Locality
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Specific Outcomes Probable solutions (if code assessable) Compliance
Effects of use
Amenity
O1 Uses are located, designed and operated to avoid No solution provided. Complies - proposed use and design are consistent with
significant adverse changes to the light, air quality, noise, the adjoining existing facilities in the sand pumping
accessibility, or other conditions enjoyed by users of associated, compound.
adjoining or nearby uses.
Major road network
O2 The visual amenity and character surrounding the major No solution provided. Complies – Site not visible to major network.
road network, including Sunshine Beach Road (David Low
Way), Eenie Creek Road, Noosa Drive and Noosa Parade, is
protected and enhances the entrances to Noosa Heads
through—
a) retaining and enhancing the visual and physical
separation of Noosa Heads from neighbouring localities;
b) ensuring future development does not encroach upon
existing vegetation within the road reserve; and
c) utilising dense landscaping and earth mounding (rather
than fencing and walls) for visual screening and noise
attenuation;
O3 Development generates traffic demands that are Complies - Road capacity sufficient for proposed use.
consistent with the future capacity of the road.
Scenic vistas
O4 Aesthetic and cultural values of the natural landscape are No solution provided. Complies – proposed building is screened from
maintained through protecting important scenic vistas— surrounding areas.
a) from the streets, beaches and other public spaces;
b) to the ocean, river, coastal lowlands and the vegetated
backdrop of Noosa Hill;
c) within Little Cove– vistas over Laguna Bay and to the
Noosa National Park and the vegetation stands, part of the
hills and sand dunes;
d) within Cooloola and Weyba Park Estates– the scenic view
of Noosa National Park and Weyba Creek; and
e) within Noosa Sound– vistas across Noosa River.
Mobile business uses
No solution provided. Not applicable
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Built form
Density
O5 The density of development within the site area— No solution provided Complies – Building approximately 5 metres in height and
a) is compatible with surrounding development and has low site impact. Existing vegetation around site to be
b) does not exceed; maintained.
c) has low site impact to enhance the opportunity to maintain
natural site characteristics including native vegetation and
natural landforms.
Height
O6 Buildings and other structures— S7.1 Buildings and other structures do not exceed a maximum Complies - Building approximately 5 metres in height
a) present a building height consistent with structures on building height of— ;
adjoining and surrounding land; - any other zone – 8m
b) do not exceed a maximum building height of— 2 storeys;
or;
c) do not visually dominate the street or surrounding spaces;
d) preserve the amenity of surrounding land;
e) respect the scale of surrounding vegetation;
f) respond to the topography of the site by minimising cut and
fill (eg. stepping down the site or using a suspended pole
construction); and
g) maintain a mature vegetated skyline.
Setbacks
O7 Buildings and other structures are appropriately designed S8.1 Buildings and structures comply with the minimum Complies – with standard setbacks.
and sited to— setbacks identified in Schedule 1 - Minimum Boundary
a) provide amenity for users of the premises as well as Setbacks:
preserve the visual and acoustic amenity of adjoining and
nearby properties Frontage - 10m
b) provide adequate distance from adjoining land uses
c) preserve any existing vegetation that will buffer the Other boundaries —
proposed building; a) Standard–3m
d) allow for landscaping to be provided between buildings; b) Exception –10m from boundaries that adjoin land in
e) maintain the visual continuity and pattern of buildings and a residential zone.
landscape elements within the street;
f) protect public safety and property within erosion prone Premises having frontage to the Noosa River - – 40m from Site has frontage to Noosa River and proposes a setback
areas by ensuring such areas are maintained largely free of mean high water spring or as otherwise prescribed by the of approximately 32 metres to the Noosa River. The
development; and Environmental Protection Agency’s Erosion Prone Area Maps building is located adjacent to the existing sand pumping
g) help protect the natural character and visual amenity of compound and will not impact on the character or amenity
coastal areas and watercourses. of the surrounding area. The premises are well buffered to
the surrounding beach front and pathways by existing
vegetation and are consistent with the existing buildings in
the area.
The building has also been designed to be able to
removed quickly if required.
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Site cover, gross floor area and plot ratio
O8 The site cover, gross floor area and plot ratio of buildings No solution provided Complies – building compatible with adjoining pumping
and other roofed structures— facilities on site and is screened by existing vegetation on
a) results in a building scale that is compatible with site.
surrounding development;
b) does not present an appearance of excessive bulk to
adjacent properties, roads or other areas in the vicinity of the
site;
c) maximises the retention of existing vegetation and allows
for soft landscaping between buildings;
d) allows for adequate area at ground level for outdoor
recreation, entertainment, clothes drying and other site
facilities; and
e) facilitates onsite stormwater management and vehicular
access.
O9 Site cover
O10
O11
O12
O14.
Roof form
015 Roof forms— S15.1 The main roof of the building has a roof pitch no less Complies – Pitched roof form provided.
a) contribute positively to the local skyline; than 5 degrees and has minimum 600mm eaves to at least
b) complement the character of the locality; 75% of the perimeter of the building;AND
c) use soft and articulated, pitched, skillion or curved roof S17.2 Buildings and structures do not include roof top terraces.
forms;
d) avoid low pitched (eg. less than 5 degrees) or box
profiles/parapets; and
e) do not create opportunities for residents to overlook the
private open space areas of neighbouring properties.
Flooding and drainage1
O16 Buildings and other works are designed and sited to— S16.1 For new buildings or structures or additions of more Not applicable – no habitable rooms proposed. Premises
a)provide flood free access to premises and flood free than 50m2 gross floor area to an existing building or structure, to be utilised for storage of lifesaving equipment only.
habitable areas; floor levels for habitable rooms are not less than the specified
b)allow only minor, short term and infrequent flooding of minimum floor levels;
non-habitable areas; AND
c)ensure carparking areas can be adequately drained; S16.2 Where Council infrastructure is available— Building will be connected to Council water supply.
d) ensure drainage does not adversely impact upon other a ) any drainage (from buildings and land) flows to that Plumbing design indicates that waste from sink and
premises; and infrastructure; and stormwater are able to be disposed of on-site in
b) the infrastructure has the capacity to accept any additional accordance with Council requirements.
loading.
S16.3
S16.4 Car parking and maneuvering areas are constructed at Lifeguard vehicles will be able to park temporarily in
a level that permits the parking area to drain from the site by driveway if required.
gravity means, without the need for mechanical pumping; or
S16.5 Basements for residential uses have flood immunity Not applicable
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above the Q100 where alternative means to mechanical
pumping are sed to achieve such immunity; or
S16.6 Basements for non-residential uses have flood Not applicable
immunity above the Q100 that may be achieved by means of
mechanical pumping where the mechanical feature is installed
with adequate holding tanks and an alternative back
up power source
Sloping sites and ridgelines
O17 Not applicable - not a steep site
O18
Public transport node
O19 Not applicable
Environment, conservation and recreation
Environmental and cultural heritage values
O20 There are no significant adverse effects on biodiversity, No solution provided Complies - the development is consistent with the existing
native vegetation, habitats, landscape quality, water quality or development on site. No servicing of equipment will be
cultural heritage values, including those related to— undertaken on site and emissions and wastes will be
a) changes to natural drainage; minimal and able to be appropriately managed
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) changes to fauna habitat and behaviour; and
g) disturbance of buildings and features, including natural
features, of cultural heritage significance.
Open space network
O21 The integrated open space network is established, enhanced S21.1 Open space corridors and existing native vegetation in The development does not impact on the open space
and protected throughout the locality to— areas indicated in Schedule 5 – Map 4 are protected from areas.
a) provide for both passive and active recreational pursuits; fragmentation and encroachment by development.
b) provide connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists;
c) provide access to community uses and buildings, public open
space and recreation areas, the beaches, Noosa National Park
and Noosa River;
d) provide habitat connectivity for wildlife;
e) protect watercourses and drainage lines;
f) protect vegetation on steep slopes; and
g) form a scenic backdrop for residential development.
AND
O22 Physical and visual links between public open space areas
and watercourses are retained.. S22.1 No solution provided
Pedestrian and bicycle pathways
O23 Safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle pathways are S23.1 Pedestrian and bicycle pathways are provided and Complies – existing pathways are adequate for the area.
provided and retained between and around key destinations. retained where indicated in Schedule 5 – Map 2;
AND
S23.2 Contributions toward a Pathways Network are provided
in accordance with PSP20.
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Recreational opportunities
O24 Key recreation focal points, including Noosa National Park, No solution provided Site fully serviced - No additional infrastructure required.
Noosa River foreshore and mouth, Noosa Main Beach and Lion’s
Park are maintained without significant changes to their
landscape character, including as a result of increased
infrastructure.
Watercourses
O25 The environmental, economic, amenity and transportation No solution provided No servicing of vehicles will occur on site and premises to
values of the Noosa River system are protected. be used for storage only. Stormwater able to be managed
on site and minimal impacts from use generated.
Table 9.20 Specific Outcomes and Probable Solutions for the Open Space Conservation Zone
O97 Buildings and other structures are designed and sited— No solution provided Facility is not designed to be accessible to the public as it
a) to be accessible to the public; is for storage of emergency equipment.
b) to provide suitable landscape treatment, seating, lighting and
other amenities conducive to community interaction, The proposed facility is consistent with adjoning existing
convenience and public safety; and sand pumping buildings and will buffered to surrounding
c) to not dominate or detract from the scenic and environmental areas by existing vegetation.
qualities of the site and its setting;
AND Colour scheme will be consistent with the adjoining
buildings on site.
O98 The external colour scheme of buildings and other structures
blends with the natural elements of the surrounds
Recreation opportunities
O99 Access to the Noosa River system, Noosa National Park, the No solution provided. Complies – the proposed facility is located adjacent to
beaches, foreshores and other open space is defined and existing sand pumping compound which does not impact
controlled by the establishment of key access nodes, which are on the surrounding open space system.
designed and sited such that the level of environmental impact on
these open space systems are minimised or reduced.
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Table 14-17 All Community uses
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Electricity supply infrastructure
O1 The development does not adversely impact on existing or S1.1 No solution provided Complies – located away from existing infrastructure
future electricity supply infrastructure; S2.1 Development for uses adjacent to or within 50m of an Complies
AND existing electricity substation incorporates noise attenuation
measures to mitigate noise impacts;
AND
O2 All uses and works maintain an adequate safe distance from S2.2 Buildings and structures (including swimming pools, Complies
electrical infrastructure including substations, overhead sheds, tennis courts and outbuildings) are not constructed
powerlines, power poles and transformers under overhead electricity transmission lines, or within
electricity easements;
AND
S2.3 A minimum separation distance is maintained from the Complies
electricity transmission line to the closest boundary of
habitable buildings and child activity areas , as follows—
a) 20m for transmission lines up to 132kV;
b) 30m for transmission lines between 133kV and 275kV;
and
c) 40m for transmission lines greater than 275kV
Road network function
O3 The use does not have an adverse impact on the safety and No solution provided Complies – use will not impact on the road network.
efficiency of the road network;
AND
O4 The surrounding road system is capable of accommodating Complies – existing road system is capable of supporting
additional traffic generate d by the proposal
Noise and visual amenity
O5 The use does not have a significant adverse impact on the S5.1 If the use involves outdoor courts including tennis courts, Not applicable - No outdoor courts proposed.
amenity enjoyed by users of adjoining or nearby premises; half courts or netball courts —the use complies with the
AND requirements in Section 2 of PSP8 Tennis and Other Courts.
O6 Development is designed and sited to avoid adverse noise
impacts associated with neighbouring noise sources by— S6.1 Noise sensitive Community Uses are not located Not applicable
a) locating the use away from major noise sources such as busy adjacent to the major road network;
roads or rail corridors; OR
or S6.2 Double glazed windows are used to mitigate noise; Not applicable
b) applying appropriate noise attenuation measures into the OR
development S6.3 Solid concrete articulated fences are constructed on- Not applicable
site to attenuate noise;
AND
S6.4 Where the site adjoins properties in a residential zone Not applicable
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Artificial lighting
O7 The obtrusiveness of lighting is minimised without unduly S7.1 Lighting associated with the use is designed, installed, Lighting will be able to comply with relevant standards.
limiting the use, enjoyment or safety of outdoor recreation operated and maintained in accordance with Section 3 of
facilities; AS4282 “The Control of the Obtrusive Effects of Outdoor
AND Lighting”;
AND
S7.2 If for Sport and Recreation—Development complies with Lighting will be able to comply with relevant standards
Australian Standard AS2560 Guide to Sports Lighting.
O8 Development does not include spill light which gives rise to S8.1 No solution provided Lighting will be able to comply with relevant standards
annoyance, discomfort, distraction or a reduction in the ability to
see essential information
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Safety and security
O9 All property boundaries are clearly identifiable and public and S9.1 Boundaries are identified by such means as: Complies – facility is located adjacent to existing sand
private spaces are clearly defined. a) fencing; pumping compound which defines rear and side boundary.
b) changes in surface materials or levels; and Roadway to site will define front boundary.
c) landscape treatments.
O10 All premises and access routes are clearly identifiable to all S10.1 All premises are identified by the provision of the street
persons, particularly emergency services personnel. number in a prominent location, preferably near the site Proposal able to comply with requirements.
entry, (ie.on the kerb or letterbox or by signage on the building
or site).
O11 All building entries are designed to be obvious and easily S11.1 The number of entrances and exits is limited and main
identifiable building entrances/exits located at the front of the site Complies – limited access points provided. Well defined
are in view of the street. Where this is not possible, due to access point provided to site and to storage facility.
site or existing building constraints, a well defined path is
provided to the entrance/exit;
AND
S11.2 All entrances/exits to buildings are lit and signed and
signage includes hours of operation; Proposal able to comply with requirements.
AND
S11.3 Entrances/exits are located to provide a direct link to
driveways and carparking areas; Complies
AND
S11.4 Recessed doorways are avoided where the recess is of
sufficient size to conceal a person. Where recessed doorways Proposal able to comply with requirements
are unavoidable, measures are used to enhance safety as
follows—
a) good lighting is installed;
b) strategically placed mirrors are installed;
c)angled approaches are provided; and
d)gates which restrict access are provided.
O12 Uses are arranged within buildings and on sites to enable S12.1 Windows and main entrances are positioned to allow for
external areas to be monitored. casual surveillance. Complies
O13 Communal open space, including congregation and seating S13.1 Communal open spaces, including congregation and
areas, is located where it can be monitored; seating areas, situated where they are in the line of sight of Not applicable – no communal areas required for use.
windows, doors and/or balconies of buildings, or can be seen
from a street or other public space.
O14 Buildings and structures are designed to minimise S14.1 Where buildings or structures are constructed in view of
opportunities for vandalism. a public street or laneway— Complies
a) the use of solid fences and blank walls which attract
graffiti is avoided. Where solid blank surfaces are
unavoidable, landscaping, creepers, murals, vandal
resistant paint, etc are used; No windows are proposed for storage facility .
b) toughened glass, security screens and other measures
(not including opaque security shutters) are used in
windows which are provided at ground level, to deter
break and enters;
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c) hardy vandal proof materials and anti-graffiti paint are Proposal able to comply with requirements.
used in the construction of buildings, where appropriate
O15 Lighting of appropriate intensities is provided to maximise S15.1 Lighting of appropriate intensities is provided which Proposal able to comply with requirements.
safety. satisfies the requirements of Australian Standard AS1158:
Public Lighting Code, unless otherwise specified in this Code;
AND
S15.2 External lighting of a graduated intensity is provided Proposal able to comply with requirements.
which starts at a lower level of brightness at the perimeter of
the site and rises to a greater intensity at the entrance to
buildings, or at the centre of the site;
AND
S15.3 Lighting is directed onto the site and away from Proposal able to comply with requirements.
neighbouring properties;
AND
S15.4 Vandal-resistant lighting is used in public and publicly Proposal able to comply with requirements.
accessible areas.
O16 Public toilets are designed and constructed to: S16.1 Features that may legitimise loitering, such as seating or Not applicable – storage facility only no toilets required for
a) ensure the safety of all people using them; and public telephones are not located in proximity to toilet ntrances; proposed use.
b) take advantage of informal surveillance from adjoining uses and AND
activities, discouraging non-legitimate uses S16.2 Public toilets are located in high traffic areas;
AND
S16.3 Entrances to public toilets are visible from the street,
footpath and other activity areas on the site or adjoining sites
Mechanical plant and equipment and storage Areas
O17 Mechanical plant and equipment (including air conditioning S17.1 Mechanical plant and equipment are— Proposal is for a lifeguard storage facility. No equipment or
equipment) and storage areas are designed and located to— a) located more than 2m from any property boundary; plant is proposed to be located outside the proposed
a) avoid adverse visual impacts when viewed from the street and b)where located at ground level, screened by fencing 1.5m in building.
adjoining properties; and height or dense vegetation of at least 1.5m in width
b) be visually integrated with the building design incorporating grouped trees and shrubs with maximum
separation distance of 1m measured from the centre of the
tree or scrub; and
c) visually integrated into the line and plane of the building
and roof design and do not project beyond the height or width
of the building when viewed from the street and adjoining
properties.
Transport and access
O18 Premises have accessibility to public transport and cycling S18.1 Safe and convenient pathway access is provided from Premises are located in close proximity to existing
and walking is promoted. the site to link to existing pathway networks that services pathways.
public transport facilities;
OR
S18.2 Direct pathway access is provided to the public transport
facility if the facility is contained on site or within 50m from the
property boundary.
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O19 Community Uses are designed and constructed to encourage S19.1 Safe and convenient cycle access to and from the site The site has good access to existing road and pathways
users of the development to access the site by means of foot or from the existing road and bicycle network, and safe pathway located along the Noosa Spit.
bicycle through provision of appropriate end -of-trip facilities movement within the site is provided;
including bicycle parking and shower/change rooms AND
S19.2 Secure and convenient parking space for bicycles is Bicycle parking is not provided on site as lifeguards will be
provided on site in accordance Figure 14-2 Minimum Bicycle transported by vehicle to the facility where they will then
Parking Requirements and AS2890.3 Bicycle Parking distribute/store the relevant equipment. Lifeguards will not
Facilities; be stationed at the storage facility.
AND
S19.3 Where at least 5 bicycle parking spaces are required in
accordance with Figure 14-2 Minimum Bicycle Parking
Requirements, end-of- trip cycle facilities are provided at the
following rate:
a) 1 locker per 2 bicycle parking spaces;
and
b) 1 shower cubicle with ancillary change rooms per 10
bicycle spaces or part thereof;
AND
S19.4 Bicycle parking spaces and cyclist facilities are designed
in accordance with AUSTROADS Guide to Traffic Engineering
Practice, Part14 –Bicycles, Section 10;
AND
S19.5 On-site pedestrian facilities such as seating and shade
structures are provided in developments for the convenience of
persons walking to the site.
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