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APPLICATION FOR A MINOR CHANGE TO A DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
Author Development Planner, Cameron Smith
Development Assessment
APPLICATION DETAILS
Application No. 51901.4560.01
Development Approval Town Planning Consent Permit (TPC 340)
Applicant Matthew Dargie
C/- Town Planning Strategies
Request Received On 6 June 2025
Further Advice Sent 1 July 2025
Further Advice Response 1 July 2025
Received
Report Reviewed By P.Murphy 27.08.25
Decision Due Date 3 July 2025
PROPERTY DETAILS
Property Address ‘Pandanus Cove’
5/3 Mitti St Noosa Heads
RP Description Lot 5 BUP 2003
Land Area 810m2
Existing Use of Land Multiple Dwelling
STATUTORY DETAILS
SEQRP Designation Urban Footprint
Zone Medium Density Residential
Precinct Not applicable
Local Area Plan Noosa Heads
Overlays Nil
Assessment Type Minor Change to Town Planning Consent Permit
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APPLICATION FOR A MINOR CHANGE TO A DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
Author
Development Planner, Cameron Smith
Development Assessment
APPLICATION DETAILS
Application No.
Development Approval
Applicant
Request Received On
Further Advice Sent
Further Advice Response
Received
Report Reviewed By
Decision Due Date
PROPERTY DETAILS
Property Address
RP Description
Land Area
Existing Use of Land
STATUTORY DETAILS
SEQRP Designation
Zone
Precinct
Local Area Plan
Overlays
Assessment Type
Document Set ID: 23804213
Version: 4, Version Date: 27/08/2025
51901.4560.01
Town Planning Consent Permit (TPC 340)
Matthew Dargie
C/- Town Planning Strategies
6 June 2025
1 July 2025
1 July 2025
P.Murphy 27.08.25
3 July 2025
‘Pandanus Cove’
5/3 Mitti St Noosa Heads
Lot 5 BUP 2003
810m?
Multiple Dwelling
Urban Footprint
Medium Density Residential
Not applicable
Noosa Heads
Nil
Minor Change to Town Planning Consent Permit
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1. PROPOSAL
The applicant seeks approval to make a minor change to an existing Town Planning Consent
Permit (TPC 340).
The proposal includes retrospective changes to the internal layout and an enclosure of a
balcony/patio to Unit 5 (the ‘proposed development’) at 5/3 Mitti Street, Noosa Heads (the ‘subject
site’).
Notably, the proposal will increase the gross floor area for Unit 5 by 10.57m2 and removing private
open space by enclosing the patio for conversion into a dining room.
The locality and proposal plan are included below.
Figure 1 – Locality
Figure 2 – Site Plan
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1. PROPOSAL
The applicant seeks approval to make a minor change to an existing Town Planning Consent
Permit (TPC 340).
The proposal includes retrospective changes to the internal layout and an enclosure of a
balcony/patio to Unit 5 (the ‘proposed development’) at 5/3 Mitti Street, Noosa Heads (the ‘subject
site’).
Notably, the proposal will increase the gross floor area for Unit 5 by 10.57m? and removing private
open space by enclosing the patio for conversion into a dining room.
The locality and proposal plan are included below.
Figure 1 — Locality
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Figure 3 – Floor Plan
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Figure 4 – Elevations
Figure 5 – Site Photos (provided by applicant)
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Figure 5 — Site Photos (provided by applicant)
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2. BACKGROUND
A town planning consent to erect five (5) units (Multiple Dwelling) was approved on 28 September
1973.
3. ASSESSMENT
3.1. Instruments for Statutory Assessment
Under the Planning Act 2016 the application must be assessed against each of the following
statutory planning instruments to the extent they are relevant to the development:
• State Planning Policy;
• South East Queensland Regional Plan;
• Planning Regulation 2017; and
• Noosa Plan 2020 (25 September 2020).
3.2. Statutory Process
The applicant has requested to make a minor change to a development approval under s78 of the
Planning Act 2016. An application for a minor change to a development approval can only be made
in circumstances where a change would constitute a ‘minor change’.
The proposed change to the development approval requested by the applicant is determined to
constitute a minor change on the grounds that:
• the development would not result in substantially different development as the proposal does
not:
i. involve a new use; or
ii. result in the application applying to a new parcel of land; or
iii. dramatically change the built form in terms of scale, bulk and appearance; or
iv. change the ability of the proposed development to operate as intended; or
v. remove a component that is integral to the operation of the development; or
vi. significantly impact on traffic flow and the transport network, such as increasing
traffic to the site; or
vii. introduce new impacts or increase the severity of known impacts; or
viii. remove an incentive or offset component that would have balanced a negative
impact of the development; or
ix. impact on infrastructure provisions.
• the change does not include prohibited development;
• the change would not require the application to be referred to an additional referral agency
or cause a referral agency to have regard to new matters prescribed by regulation;
• where the original application was code assessable, the change would not cause the
application to become impact assessable.
3.3. Statutory Instruments – Planning Scheme
The original application was lodged and assessed under the now superseded 1973 Planning
Scheme. Pursuant to s81 of the Planning Act 2017, Council must consider the planning scheme in
effect when the original development application was lodged, however Council may give weight to
Noosa Plan 2020 as the planning scheme in effect at the time of the minor change application
being lodged.
The following codes from Noosa Plan 2020 are applicable to this development:
• Medium Density Residential Zone Code;
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2. BACKGROUND
A town planning consent to erect five (5) units (Multiple Dwelling) was approved on 28 September
1973.
3. ASSESSMENT
3.1. Instruments for Statutory Assessment
Under the Planning Act 2016 the application must be assessed against each of the following
statutory planning instruments to the extent they are relevant to the development:
e State Planning Policy;
° South East Queensland Regional Plan;
e Planning Regulation 2017; and
e Noosa Plan 2020 (25 September 2020).
3.2. Statutory Process
The applicant has requested to make a minor change to a development approval under s78 of the
Planning Act 2016. An application for a minor change to a development approval can only be made
in circumstances where a change would constitute a ‘minor change’.
The proposed change to the development approval requested by the applicant is determined to
constitute a minor change on the grounds that:
e the development would not result in substantially different development as the proposal does
not:
i. involve a new use; or
ii. result in the application applying to a new parcel of land; or
iii. | dramatically change the built form in terms of scale, bulk and appearance; or
iv. change the ability of the proposed development to operate as intended; or
V. remove a component that is integral to the operation of the development; or
vi. significantly impact on traffic flow and the transport network, such as increasing
traffic to the site; or
vii. introduce new impacts or increase the severity of known impacts; or
viii. remove an incentive or offset component that would have balanced a negative
impact of the development; or
ix. impact on infrastructure provisions.
e the change does not include prohibited development;
e the change would not require the application to be referred to an additional referral agency
or cause a referral agency to have regard to new matters prescribed by regulation;
e where the original application was code assessable, the change would not cause the
application to become impact assessable.
3.3. Statutory Instruments — Planning Scheme
The original application was lodged and assessed under the now superseded 1973 Planning
Scheme. Pursuant to s81 of the Planning Act 2017, Council must consider the planning scheme in
effect when the original development application was lodged, however Council may give weight to
Noosa Plan 2020 as the planning scheme in effect at the time of the minor change application
being lodged.
The following codes from Noosa Plan 2020 are applicable to this development:
° Medium Density Residential Zone Code;
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• Noosa Heads Local Plan Code;
• Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code;
• Works Codes;
The subject site was located within the Noosa Heads provisions under the 1973 Planning Scheme.
Under Noosa Plan 2020, the site is zoned Medium Density Residential and is within the Noosa
Heads Local Plan Area but located outside any precincts. A Multiple Dwelling is a consistent use
on this site under both planning schemes.
The relevant planning benchmarks for the proposed (and existing) development are below:
Criteria 1973 Scheme 2020 Scheme Proposal Compies?
Population density 160 persons max - No change N/A
per 4046m2
Plot ratio NA 0.4:1 max. 651.96m² (0.805:1) X
Site cover 283m2 (35%) max 324m2 (40%) max 278.5m2 (34%)
Landscaping - min 40% of total No change N/A
Soft landscaping min 60% of total No change N/A
landscaping
Building height
• storeys 3 storeys max 2 storeys max 3 storeys (no (existing)
change)
8.53 metres (no
• metres 12.8 metres 8 metres (existing)
change)
Boundary setbacks (no changes)
• Frontage 4.572 metres min 6 metres min 7.77 metres
• Side 2.59 metres min 1.5/2/2.5 metres 2.97 metres
min
• Side 2.59 metres min 2.97 metres
1.5/2/2.5 metres X(existing)
• Rear 6 metres min 4.57 metres
min
6 metres min
Length of wall - 15 metres max No change N/A
Carparking 5 covered min 10 covered min 6 covered (ex) (existing)
1 additional 1 additional min 1 additional (ex) (existing)
Private Open Space - Min 12m2 0m2 X
Min width 2.5m 0m X
Plot Ratio
Acceptable Outcome AO11 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code states:
AO11 For a dwelling house, plot ration of development does not exceed 0.4:1
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° Noosa Heads Local Plan Code;
e Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code;
° Works Codes;
The subject site was located within the Noosa Heads provisions under the 1973 Planning Scheme.
Under Noosa Plan 2020, the site is zoned Medium Density Residential and is within the Noosa
Heads Local Plan Area but located outside any precincts. A Multiple Dwelling is a consistent use
on this site under both planning schemes.
The relevant planning benchmarks for the proposed (and existing) development are below:
Criteria 1973 Scheme 2020 Scheme Proposal Compies?
Population density 160 persons max | - No change N/A
per 4046m2
Plot ratio NA 0.4:1 max. 651.96m? (0.805:1) | &
Site cover 283m? (35%) max | 324m? (40%) max | 278.5m? (34%) v
Landscaping - min 40% of total No change N/A
Soft landscaping min 60% of total | No change N/A
landscaping
Building height
e storeys 3 storeys max 2 storeys max 3 storeys (no | v (existing)
change)
8.53 metres (NO | j/avict
e metres 12.8 metres 8 metres change) (existing)
Boundary setbacks (no changes)
e Frontage 4.572 metres min | 6 metres min 7.77 metres v
e Side 2.59 metres min 1.5/2/2.5 metres | 2.97 metres v
e Side 2.59 metres min min 2.97 metres v
e Rear 6 metres min 1ei22S metres | 4 57 metres Kiexisting)
6 metres min
Length of wall - 15 metres max No change N/A
Carparking 5 covered min 10 covered min 6 covered (ex) v (existing)
1 additional 1 additional min 1 additional (ex) v (existing)
Private Open Space
Min 12m2
Min width 2.5m
Om2
Om
Plot Ratio
Acceptable Outcome AO11 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code states:
AO11
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The applicant is proposing minor increases of plot ratio to a Multiple Dwelling Use and as such
does not comply with AO11 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code. The proposal is
therefore required to comply with corresponding Performance Outcome PO11 of the Medium
Density Residential Zone Code, which states:
PO11 Plot ratio of development:
a. does not exceed 0.4:1; or
b. for small dwellings or for development which provides a ratio of at least three small
dwellings to one other dwelling, does not exceed 0.5:1.
The applicant is seeking minor retrospective increases to Plot Ratio resulting in an overall plot ratio
of 0.805:1 and as such does not comply with AO11 or PO11 of the Medium Density Residential
Zone Code, however noting the proposed changes are within the existing curtilage of only one of
the five existing units.
• The multiple dwelling units do not meet the small dwelling provisions outlined in PO11(b).
• The development includes:
• Three small dwelling units
• Two regular dwelling units
• Because the required ratio for small dwellings is not met:
• The additional plot ratio allowance of 0.5:1 cannot be applied.
• Therefore, the relevant benchmark plot ratio is 0.4:1.
• As a result, the proposal must be assessed against the Overall Outcomes of the Medium
Density Residential Zone Code, specifically in relation to plot ratio provisions.
The overall outcomes sought for the Medum density residential zone are as follows:-
a. Medium density residential neighbourhoods are predominantly home to permanent
residents.
b. The character of medium density residential neighbourhoods varies due to factors such
as proximity to beaches, the Noosa River, recreation spaces, centres, topography,
availability of views, the established vegetated character, the presence of visitor
accommodation and the age of development.
c. Development makes a positive contribution to the look and feel of residential
neighbourhoods by maintaining a low scale character with well designed buildings and
landscaping that enhance the streetscape.
d. New uses are located, designed and managed to be compatible with surrounding uses.
e. The intrusion of incompatible uses, or uses which are more appropriately
accommodated in other zones is avoided to protect land for dual occupancies,
community residences, rooming accommodation, multiple dwellings, retirement
and relocatable home park facilities.
f. Development caters for both the current and projected demographic and socio-
economic profile of the area, including one and two-person households, households
on low to moderate incomes and residents with reduced mobility.
g. Small dwellings and co-housing models are integrated within the medium density
residential built form to increase housing choice.
h. Short-term visitor accommodation is predominately provided through well-established
resorts and holiday units.
i. Home-based businesses provide for domestic workplaces and home-hosted guest
accommodation of a scale and intensity compatible with attached and semi-attached
living and the residential character and amenity of the surrounding area and locality.
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The applicant is proposing minor increases of plot ratio to a Multiple Dwelling Use and as such
does not comply with AO717 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code. The proposal is
therefore required to comply with corresponding Performance Outcome PO11 of the Medium
Density Residential Zone Code, which states:
PO11 Plot ratio of development:
a. does not exceed 0.4:1; or
b. for small dwellings or for development which provides a ratio of at least three small
dwellings to one other dwelling, does not exceed 0.5:1.
The applicant is seeking minor retrospective increases to Plot Ratio resulting in an overall plot ratio
of 0.805:1 and as such does not comply with AO11 or PO11 of the Medium Density Residential
Zone Code, however noting the proposed changes are within the existing curtilage of only one of
the five existing units.
e The multiple dwelling units do not meet the small dwelling provisions outlined in PO11(b).
e The development includes:
e Three small dwelling units
e Two regular dwelling units
e Because the required ratio for small dwellings is not met:
e The additional plot ratio allowance of 0.5:1 cannot be applied.
e Therefore, the relevant benchmark plot ratio is 0.4:1.
e Asa result, the proposal must be assessed against the Overall Outcomes of the Medium
Density Residential Zone Code, specifically in relation to plot ratio provisions.
The overall outcomes sought for the Medum density residential zone are as follows:-
a. Medium density residential neighbourhoods are predominantly home to permanent
residents.
b. The character of medium density residential neighbourhoods varies due to factors such
as proximity to beaches, the Noosa River, recreation spaces, centres, topography,
availability of views, the established vegetated character, the presence of visitor
accommodation and the age of development.
Cc. Development makes a positive contribution to the look and feel of residential
neighbourhoods by maintaining a low scale character with well designed buildings and
landscaping that enhance the streetscape.
d. New uses are located, designed and managed to be compatible with surrounding uses.
The intrusion of incompatible uses, or uses which are more appropriately
accommodated in other zones is avoided to protect land for dual occupancies,
community residences, rooming accommodation, multiple dwellings, retirement
and relocatable home park facilities.
f. Development caters for both the current and projected demographic and socio-
economic profile of the area, including one and two-person households, households
on low to moderate incomes and residents with reduced mobility.
g. Small dwellings and co-housing models are integrated within the medium density
residential built form to increase housing choice.
h. Short-term visitor accommodation is predominately provided through well-established
resorts and holiday units.
i. Home-based businesses provide for domestic workplaces and home-hosted guest
accommodation of a scale and intensity compatible with attached and semi-attached
living and the residential character and amenity of the surrounding area and locality.
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j. Development maintains a high level of residential amenity having regard to traffic,
noise, dust, odour, lighting and other locally specific impacts.
k. Development provides for an efficient pattern of land use and infrastructure that creates
walkable and legible residential neighbourhoods that integrate with active transport
networks and are well connected to activity centres, employment nodes, open space
and recreational areas, community facilities and educational opportunities.
l. Development is supported by appropriate infrastructure and essential services and
does not adversely impact on the continued operation, viability and maintenance of
existing infrastructure or compromise future provision of planned infrastructure.
m. Development responds to land constraints including topography, bushfire and flood.
n. Natural features such as creeks, gullies, waterways, wetlands, vegetation and
bushland are retained and protected from the impacts of development. Any
unavoidable impacts are minimised through location, design, operation and
management requirements.
o. Native vegetation between buildings and in the public realm enhances the amenity and
supports local wildlife.
The retrospective enclosure and increase to plot ratio for Unit 5 complies with the overall outcomes
due to the following justification:
• The proposed exceedance relates to a minor increase in gross floor area within
the curtilage of an existing building, ensuring no change to the external built form or scale;
• The development remains compatible with surrounding uses, as no new structures or uses
are introduced;
• The existing building maintains the low-scale character of the neighbourhood, with no
adverse impact on the streetscape or visual amenity;
• The proposal supports the intent to retain land for multiple dwellings, aligning with the
zone’s purpose and avoiding intrusion of incompatible uses;
• The minor increase contributes to housing diversity, supporting the demographic needs
of one- and two-person households and residents with reduced mobility;
• The change does not affect the residential amenity, with no increase in traffic, noise, dust,
odour, or lighting impacts;
• The development remains well-connected to infrastructure, active transport networks, and
community facilities, consistent with the zone’s walkability and accessibility goals;
• The proposal respects land constraints, with no impact on topography, flood risk, or
bushfire hazard;
• Natural features and vegetation are unaffected, as the change is internal and within the
existing footprint;
• The minor exceedance is in keeping with the established character of the area, which
varies due to proximity to natural and recreational features.
Therefore, the proposed development complies with the overall outcomes of the Medium
Density Residential Zone Code.
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Development maintains a high level of residential amenity having regard to traffic,
noise, dust, odour, lighting and other locally specific impacts.
Development provides for an efficient pattern of land use and infrastructure that creates
walkable and legible residential neighbourhoods that integrate with active transport
networks and are well connected to activity centres, employment nodes, open space
and recreational areas, community facilities and educational opportunities.
Development is supported by appropriate infrastructure and essential services and
does not adversely impact on the continued operation, viability and maintenance of
existing infrastructure or compromise future provision of planned infrastructure.
m. Development responds to land constraints including topography, bushfire and flood.
Natural features such as creeks, gullies, waterways, wetlands, vegetation and
bushland are retained and protected from the impacts of development. Any
unavoidable impacts are minimised through location, design, operation and
management requirements.
Native vegetation between buildings and in the public realm enhances the amenity and
supports local wildlife.
The retrospective enclosure and increase to plot ratio for Unit 5 complies with the overall outcomes
due to the following justification:
The proposed exceedance relates to aminor increase in gross floor area within
the curtilage of an existing building, ensuring no change to the external built form or scale;
The development remains compatible with surrounding uses, as no new structures or uses
are introduced;
The existing building maintains the low-scale character of the neighbourhood, with no
adverse impact on the streetscape or visual amenity;
The proposal supports the intent to retain land for multiple dwellings, aligning with the
zone’s purpose and avoiding intrusion of incompatible uses;
The minor increase contributes to housing diversity, supporting the demographic needs
of one- and two-person households and residents with reduced mobility;
The change does not affect the residential amenity, with no increase in traffic, noise, dust,
odour, or lighting impacts;
The development remains well-connected to infrastructure, active transport networks, and
community facilities, consistent with the zone’s walkability and accessibility goals;
The proposal respects land constraints, with no impact on topography, flood risk, or
bushfire hazard;
Natural features and vegetation are unaffected, as the change is internal and within the
existing footprint;
The minor exceedance is in keeping with the established character of the area, which
varies due to proximity to natural and recreational features.
Therefore, the proposed development complies with the overall outcomes of the Medium
Density Residential Zone Code.
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Private Open Space
Acceptable Outcome AO12.1 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code states:
AO12.1 Private open space is provided for each dwelling at the following rate:
p. at ground level a minimum of 25m² directly accessed from living spaces and exclusive
of clothes drying area; or
q. if above ground level 12m² with a minimum width of 2.5 metres accessed directly from
the living spaces.
The applicant is retrospectively proposing to remove the above ground private open space from
Unit 5 and as such does not comply with AO12.1 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling
Code. The proposal is therefore required to comply with corresponding Performance Outcome
PO12 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code, which states:
PO12 Private open space
a. is provided to all dwellings and is adequate in size, shape and dimensions to suit the
needs of the occupants;
b. receives adequate sunlight; and
c. is designed and orientated to ensure privacy is maintained between uses.
Assessment:
The proposed retrospective enclosure of the patio area for Unit 5 complies with the relevant
benchmarks for private open space as outlined in the Noosa Plan 2020, as follows:
• The proposed enclosure retains the area for a convertible space, ensuring it
remains adequate in size, shape, and dimensions to suit the needs of the occupants of
Unit 5 should they wish to use the space for private open space or dining areas
employing the use of convertible bifold windows;
• The use of fully retractable aluminium bifold windows allows the space to function as both
an enclosed and open-air space, maintaining access to sunlight and natural
ventilation from the unit’s northeastern aspect;
• The design retains the existing glazed balustrade and incorporates materials and
orientation that ensure visual and acoustic privacy for both Unit 5 and neighbouring units.
Additional Considerations
• The overall subject site includes existing communal open space areas including a
swimming pool located within the rear of the site, which is accessible to all residents,
including those in Unit 5, refer Figure 6 below.
Figure 6 – Communal use pool and outdoor use areas (Nearmap, 2025)
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Private Open Space
Acceptable Outcome AO12.1 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code states:
AO12.1 Private open space is provided for each dwelling at the following rate:
p. at ground level a minimum of 25m? directly accessed from living spaces and exclusive
of clothes drying area; or
q. _ if above ground level 12m? with a minimum width of 2.5 metres accessed directly from
the living spaces.
The applicant is retrospectively proposing to remove the above ground private open space from
Unit 5 and as such does not comply with AO12.1 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling
Code. The proposal is therefore required to comply with corresponding Performance Outcome
PO12 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code, which states:
PO12_ Private open space
a. is provided to all dwellings and is adequate in size, shape and dimensions to suit the
needs of the occupants;
b. receives adequate sunlight; and
Cc. is designed and orientated to ensure privacy is maintained between uses.
Assessment:
The proposed retrospective enclosure of the patio area for Unit 5 complies with the relevant
benchmarks for private open space as outlined in the Noosa Plan 2020, as follows:
e The proposed enclosure retains the area for a convertible space, ensuring it
remains adequate in size, shape, and dimensions to suit the needs of the occupants of
Unit 5 should they wish to use the space for private open space or dining areas
employing the use of convertible bifold windows;
e The use of fully retractable aluminium bifold windows allows the space to function as both
an enclosed and open-air space, maintaining access to sunlight and natural
ventilation from the unit’s northeastern aspect;
e The design retains the existing glazed balustrade and incorporates materials and
orientation that ensure visual and acoustic privacy for both Unit 5 and neighbouring units.
Additional Considerations
e The overall subject site includes existing communal open space areas including a
swimming pool located within the rear of the site, which is accessible to all residents,
including those in Unit 5, refer Figure 6 below.
Figure 6 - Communal use pool and outdoor use areas (Nearmap, 2025)
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• The property is within walking distance of significant public open spaces, such as:
• Little Cove Beach
• Noosa National Park
• These nearby amenities provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and
contribute to overall residential amenity.
• The original assessment of the multiple dwelling under the 1973 Planning Scheme did not
include provisions for private open space.
• As such, there was no formal requirement for private open space design at the time
of approval.
• Consideration of both the current and historical planning schemes suggests that the
issue is largely interpretive and should be viewed in context of the existing built form
and available communal/public open space.
In conclusion, the proposed modifications to Unit 5’s patio area are consistent with the intent and
requirements of Performance Outcome PO12 for private open space and do not compromise the
amenity, privacy, or functionality of the dwelling or surrounding units.
Therefore, the proposed development complies with the Performance Outcome PO12 of the
Medium Density Residential Zone Code.
4. CONSULTATION
4.1. Referral Agencies
Not applicable
4.2. Internal Council Referrals
Not applicable
5. CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The proposed development generally complies with the requirements of the planning scheme and
does not raise any significant issues that cannot be addressed by reasonable and relevant
conditions. The application is therefore recommended for approval.
The report is provided in accordance with Section 83(9) of the Planning Act 2016.
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e The property is within walking distance of significant public open spaces, such as:
e Little Cove Beach
e Noosa National Park
e These nearby amenities provide ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and
contribute to overall residential amenity.
e The original assessment of the multiple dwelling under the 1973 Planning Scheme did not
include provisions for private open space.
e Assuch, there was no formal requirement for private open space design at the time
of approval.
e Consideration of both the current and historical planning schemes suggests that the
issue is largely interpretive and should be viewed in context of the existing built form
and available communal/public open space.
In conclusion, the proposed modifications to Unit 5’s patio area are consistent with the intent and
requirements of Performance Outcome PO12 for private open space and do not compromise the
amenity, privacy, or functionality of the dwelling or surrounding units.
Therefore, the proposed development complies with the Performance Outcome PO12 of the
Medium Density Residential Zone Code.
4. CONSULTATION
4.1. Referral Agencies
Not applicable
4.2. Internal Council Referrals
Not applicable
5. CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The proposed development generally complies with the requirements of the planning scheme and
does not raise any significant issues that cannot be addressed by reasonable and relevant
conditions. The application is therefore recommended for approval.
The report is provided in accordance with Section 83(9) of the Planning Act 2016.
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RECOMMENDATION
With regard to Application No. 51901.4560.01 to make a minor change to an existing approval for
Town Planning Consent Permit - Multiple Dwellings situated at ‘Pandanus Cove’ 5/3 Mitti St Noosa
Heads and described as Lot 5 BUP 2003, Council on 27 August 2025 decided to:
A. Approve the change.
B. Include the following additional conditions:
Additional Conditions – 27 August 2025 – 51901.4560.01
Approved Plans
10. Development authorised by this approval must be undertaken generally in accordance with
the Approved Plans listed in the table below.
Plan No. Rev. Plan/Document Name Date
1350-04 03 Current Floor Plan 10.07.2025
Prepared by Queensland Lifestyle Designs
1350-06 03 Elevation Sheet 02 10.07.2025
Prepared by Queensland Lifestyle Designs
Building Appearance
11. External design features, materials and finishes must be as shown on the Approved Plans,
with no inclusions or alterations made without approval in writing by Council.
Nature and Extent of the Approved Use
12. All clauses and by-laws of the proposed/existing Community Management Statement
(including, exclusive use areas relating to this permit) must accord with the requirements of
this Decision Notice.
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RECOMMENDATION
With regard to Application No. 51901.4560.01 to make a minor change to an existing approval for
Town Planning Consent Permit - Multiple Dwellings situated at ‘Pandanus Cove’ 5/3 Mitti St Noosa
Heads and described as Lot 5 BUP 2003, Council on 27 August 2025 decided to:
A. — Approve the change.
B. _ Include the following additional conditions:
Additional Conditions — 27 August 2025 — 51901.4560.01
Approved Plans
10. Development authorised by this approval must be undertaken generally in accordance with
the Approved Plans listed in the table below.
Plan No. Rev. | Plan/Document Name Date
1350-04 03 Current Floor Plan 10.07.2025
Prepared by Queensland Lifestyle Designs
1350-06 03 Elevation Sheet 02 10.07.2025
Prepared by Queensland Lifestyle Designs
Building Appearance
11. External design features, materials and finishes must be as shown on the Approved Plans,
with no inclusions or alterations made without approval in writing by Council.
Nature and Extent of the Approved Use
12. All clauses and by-laws of the proposed/existing Community Management Statement
(including, exclusive use areas relating to this permit) must accord with the requirements of
this Decision Notice.
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