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Original Application Part 11 - Landscape Code Assessment [As Published] · 132008.1787
Noosa Landscape Code Requirements – Assessment and Comment
Landscaping Design has been undertaken explicitly to achieve the intent of the Landscaping
Code being a high quality landscape design that: -
a) Retains, reinforces and enhances the natural character of the site, Hasting Street and
Noosa Heads;
b) Maximises opportunity for retention of existing vegetation in accordance with
development constraints and appropriate management programs;
c) Facilitates water management including on-site detention and the efficient
infiltration of stormwater and water use through appropriate planting design;
d) Enables the establishment of appropriate plantings that are of a scale and density
commensurate with building height, bulk and scale to buffer development and
conflicting land uses;
e) Enhances privacy between dwelling units and accommodation units; and
f) Accommodates the outdoor recreation needs of dwelling occupants and visitors
through provision of high quality and interesting private and communal open spaces
and streetscapes.
Landscaping has been assessed against the provisions of Councils Specific Outcomes and
Probable Solutions of the Landscaping Code and comment provided for each relevant
Specific Outcome.
01 Streetscape & Amenity
Landscaping and built form have been designed to enhance the visual amenity and streetscape
character of Hasting Street through appropriate planting arrangement, species selection and
hardscape treatments. Design is respectful of the significant streetscape program delivered by
Council and will incorporate elements which integrate with Councils Master Plan. Retention of
vegetation will be incorporated as appropriate in accordance with the advice of the appointed
Arborist and Landscape Architect.
02 Building and Landscape Design
Soft landscaping has been incorporated in significant masing and in discrete occurrences to optimise
plant growth including areas of deep planting along facades of the building. Within the site deep
planting will be expanded to extend beneath hard paved areas through the use of structured cell
technologies. Opportunities for retention of canopy trees is maximised particularly along the Noosa
Beach precinct . Landscaping will be planted and maintained in accordance with PSP3 Landscaping
Plants and Guidelines.
03 Species Selection
Species have been chosen based on their horticultural tolerance of local conditions, the local
planting character and Noosa Landscape PSP3 Guidelines. Plants are typically arranged in groups to
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maximise visual impact. Street tree selection is based on species presently used in Hasting Street. A comprehensive planting palette is included in the applicants submission to Council. 04 & 05 & 06 Safety & Security Landscape design and management will promote clear sight lines between areas of vehicle and pedestrian movement as well as reducing opportunity for concealment and possible assault sites. Street trees will be clean trunked to an appropriate height and continued to be ‘canopy lifted’ in accordance with an appropriate arboriculture program for tree management. Shrubs selected, particularly those for public areas will be chosen to also maintain appropriate site lines (generally below 700mm). Pedestrian and vehicles have been designated separate entries to the building from Hasting Street minimising vehicle / pedestrian potential conflict. 07 Services and Utilities Hastings Street power is underground therefore minimising potential tree / powerline conflict. Street trees will be located suitable distances from street lamps, underground services and stormwater catchment pits as per Councils existing Landscape Master Plan for Hasting Street and code requirements. 08 & 09 Entry Statements for Estates n/a O10 Private Open Space Private open space is provided to accommodate the needs of visitors and residents and is detailed in the Town Planning Report. Private open space is supplemented by large areas of high quality communal open space. O11 Communal Open Space Significant communal open space has been provided to the podium level being dominated by large expanses of robust pedestrian areas and pools. The large water to edge ratio maximises opportunity for interaction with the water. The communal open space area has a northern aspect maximising favourable climatic conditions for outdoor enjoyment through the year. O12 - O15 Screening & Mounding Large areas of screen planting have been provided on the sites eastern and western boundaries. Streetscape landscaping to Hastings Street (southern elevation) is in accordance with Councils Master Plan. The landscaping frames and lifts the image of building facades while retention of existing vegetation to the north of the development softens built elements and maintains existing landscape character. O16 & O17 Streetscape Character
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Landscaping will be designed to compliment and integrate building design as per Council existing Streetscape Master Plan. Podium planting has been incorporated which will be visible from street level to soften the bulk and appearance of the building as per code requirements. An appropriate planting palette has been selected in accordance with horticultural requirements for streetscape and podium areas. Variation between exposed northern facade (greater salt tolerance) and the protected southern elevation has been considered in planting design. O18 Passive Solar Access & Energy Efficiency The use of numerous tree and shrub plantings will reduce the albedo of hardscape areas (approx 0.55 for new concrete) and provide shade and amenity, for visitors, residents and workers. Planting to western walls for thermal efficiencies is provided. In addition communal open space areas have a northern aspect maximising solar orientation for outdoor enjoyment and activity. O19 Design of Commercial and Retail Space Landscaping for commercial and retail spaces will soften building bulk, create pleasant settings for visitors and staff and will function well in an intensively used environment by honouring Councils existing Streetscape Master Planning for Hasting Street. Any variations required to the existing streetscape will be undertaken in consultation with Council officers and in accordance with good landscape design principles and Council policy requirements. O20 Industrial Business n/a O21 Active Parkland n/a O22 Passive Parkland and Reserves n/a O23 Road Reserves The Hasting street road reserve will be developed in accordance with Councils existing Streetscape Master Plan. Street tree density and location will be undertaken in accordance with Council Master Plan and code requirements. O24 Watercourses and Drainage Lines n/a - there are no waterways on the site. O25 Wildlife Habitat Protection The subject site is not located within a Koala Habitat or Urban Living Area. Retention of vegetation will be maximised in consultation with the appointed project arborist and development constraints. Any vegetation required to be removed will be replaced with locally endemic vegetation valuable to local flora.
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O26 Water Management Landscaping will be designed to integrate with any approved stormwater management plan. In addition species selection and arrangement will optimise water usage efficiency by selecting locally native species and incorporating them into larger mulched gardens as much as possible. O27 Soil Stability n/a O28 Off-Street Carparks n/a - Carparking is provided in basement areas and therefore no shade trees can be provided or are required for these areas. O29 On-Street Carparks On street carparking will be maintained as per the existing situation except for the relocation of the proposed crossover. Landscaping will be provided on the streetscape in accordance with Councils Master Plan and be setback appropriate distances to allow access to and from vehicles. Street trees will provide shade to the footpath and to on-street parallel carparking.
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