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         Comment:
         Complies. Access to Duke St is not permitted due to the existing streetscape character and any
         additional footpath crossovers would impact the activation and safety of the street. Vehicular
         access is available via Douglas Lane, although the parking is restricted due to the narrow and
         sloping site.

    5. The locality would benefit more from improved public transport, pedestrian or cycle facilities
       compared to the provision of additional car parking onsite; and

         Comment:
         Complies. The site effectively forms part of a pedestrian friendly mixed use village activity centre
         located near retail, dining, employment and beachside recreational opportunities. As such, the
         site would benefit more from improved public transport and active transport facilities than on-
         site carparking.

    6. The development complies with the Noosa Plan or the Council has determined that there are
       reasons why the development should be approved despite any conflict with the assessment
       benchmarks, in accordance with section 63(5)(e) of the Planning Act 2016.

         Comment:
         The proposed development generally complies with the assessment benchmarks in the Noosa
         Plan 2020, including building height, front and side setbacks, plot ratio, landscaping and the
         higher order planning intent for the zone. In terms of site cover, the proposal is consistent with
         the site cover provided on adjoining premises and is consistent with the planning intent for the
         zone. The proposed development will positively impact the amenity of the Duke St as an
         attractive and vibrant tourist destination.

    7. The policy applies to those areas shown in Maps 1-10 in Appendix 2 to the policy.

         Comment:
         Complies. The policy applies to the Duke St precinct as shown in Map 9 of the Appendix 2 –
         Central areas maps (refer to Figure 18 below).




                               Figure 18 – Extract from the contributions in lieu of parking policy – Map 9

In addition to the above, the site is currently occupied by a mixed development with restaurant and
office at ground and two residential units above. No formal onsite parking is provided. The Traffic
engineering report prepared by TTM (refer to Appendix D), highlights that in comparison to the existing


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