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Code Assessment · MCU22/0053
Noosa Heads Local Plan Code Performance Outcome Acceptable Outcome Response PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1 Development enhances the role of Lexis English College previously Noosa Heads as the principal operated on 6 Lanyana Way focus for visitor accommodation (directly to the east of the and services in Noosa Shire with subject site) but ceased high levels of accessibility to operating in response to the outdoor recreational pursuits and Covid-19 pandemic. It is urban services. proposed to relocate the use to the subject site. The site is well located in an urban area with access to a range of existing services and public, active and private transport options available. PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2 Development contributes to the The proposed use will assist in lifestyle and amenity of residents addressing the shortfall in the of Noosa Heads and its hospitality industry, and is surroundings and services coastal considered to provide a communities to the south-east. community benefit that service the needs of residents and visitors. PO3 AO3.1 Not applicable Development contributes to the Development adjacent to a The site is not adjacent to a establishment of attractive gateway or special place or on gateway, special place or a key streetscapes to enhance the land identified as a key corner in corner site. character of Noosa Heads. Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework and Character plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings Street Framework and Character plan): 1. incorporates architectural and landscape treatments which emphasise the corner location as shown in Figure AP3-10A and Figure AP3-10B; and 2. incorporates building materials such as varied roof forms, changes in materials and variations in projected and recessed elements and facades.
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AO3.2 Can comply with AO3.2
Development adjacent to a As required. The proposal is
primary streetscape treatment within an existing building.
area on Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
Junction Framework and
Character plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5
(Hastings Street Framework and
Character plan) provides
streetscape improvements which
are appropriate to the location,
setting and context of the
development and complement
existing or proposed streetscape
works in the local area.
Not applicable
AO3.3 The development is not on a Key
Development on Key Development Site.
Development Sites identified on
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
Framework and Character Plan)
incorporates a high standard of
architectural design and
landscape treatment consistent
with the streetscape character.
Editor’s Note— For further
guidance and context in
interpreting the Framework and
Character Plans please refer to
PSP7 - Framework and Character
Plans.
PO4 AO4 Can comply with AO4
The visual amenity and character Development adjacent to the As required. The proposal is
surrounding the major road major road network, particularly within an existing building.
network and entrance roads, is Sunshine Beach Road, Eenie
protected and enhances the Creek Road, Noosa Drive and
entrances to Noosa Heads. Noosa Parade incorporates
landscaping that complements the
natural species occurring in the
local area, protects existing
vegetation within the road reserve
and incorporates design elements
that add visual interest to the
streetscape.
PO5 AO5 Can comply with AO5
Development retains enhances Development retains and No vegetation will be removed
the existing mature trees and enhances existing mature trees as a result of the proposed
character vegetation contributing and character vegetation development.
to the vegetated backdrop, contributing to the vegetated
character and habitat values of backdrop, character and habitat
the local area. values of the local plan area,
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including:-
1. Noosa National Park and
Weyba Creek conservation
areas;
2. the vegetated hills which
frame Noosa Heads, Laguna
Bay, Noosa Inlet and
Hastings Street;
3. the foreshore areas of the
Noosa River, Lake Weyba,
Weyba Creek and their
associated riparian
communities;
4. Noosa Spit/Noosa Woods;
5. street trees along Hastings
Street;
6. the vegetated drainage
lines through residential
estates; and
7. other character vegetation
where identified in Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5
(Hastings Street Framework
and Character plan)
PO6 AO6.1 Not applicable
Development retains significant Development does not intrude The proposal is within an
views and vistas contributing to upon important gateways and existing building.
the setting and character of the sightlines including:
local plan area. 1. significant views to the
ocean, Noosa River and
coastal lowlands from
streets, beaches and other
public places;
2. the vegetated backdrop of
Noosa Hill as seen from
Noosa Main Beach and the
Hastings Street area;
3. views from Hastings Street
to Main Beach;
4. vistas over Laguna Bay and
to the Noosa National Park
and the vegetation stands
and hills within Little Cove;
5. the scenic view of Noosa
National Park and Weyba
Creek from Cooloola and
Weyba Park Estates; and
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6. vistas across Noosa River
from Noosa Sound.
AO6.2
Not applicable
For Noosa Junction Major Centre The proposal is within an
and Hastings Street Visitor existing building.
Centre, buildings and structures
do not significantly interrupt or
encroach upon key contextual
views as identified on Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
Framework and Character plan)
and Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings
Street Framework and Character
plan) and shown in Figure 7.2.5.7,
Figure 7.2.5.8, and Figure
7.2.5.10.
AO6.3
Buildings and other structures Not applicable
visible from the beach or public The proposal is within an
spaces use materials and finishes existing building.
that complement the beachside
character and integrate with the
surrounding natural landscape
and skyline vegetation.
AO6.4
Views of building or structures Not applicable
from the beach are framed or The proposal is within an
filtered through vegetation. existing building.
Editor's note— Refer to Figure
AP3- 3A
PO7 AO7.1 Not applicable
Buildings, structures and Development takes the form of The proposal is within an
landscaping is integrated with the small separate buildings rather existing building.
natural landscape and reflect the than large single bulky buildings,
beachside, riverside or hillside stepping down slopes where
character and setting of the local applicable and not visually
plan area in terms of form, dominating the street, beachfront,
composition and protection of riverfront, adjacent properties,
neighbourhood amenity. surrounding spaces or the
existing skyline.
AO7.2 Not applicable
Buildings and structures have a The proposal is within an
scale and building height existing building.
consistent with development on
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adjoining and surrounding land.
AO7.3
Not applicable
Buildings and structures preserve
The proposal is within an
the amenity of adjoining land
existing building.
including sunlight to neighbouring
properties.
AO7.4
Development respects the scale Can comply with AO7.4
of surrounding vegetation and As required.
maximises the opportunity for
retention of existing vegetation
and incorporates soft landscaping
between buildings.
AO7.5
Buildings and structures: Not applicable
1. incorporate articulated roof The proposal is within an
forms which are visible existing building.
from the street;
2. incorporate a mix of
lightweight and textured
external building materials
or materials that reflect the
natural environment such
as timber and rock face;
3. provide variation through
articulation, texture and
detailing;
4. incorporate verandahs,
open balconies or shaded
patios for outdoor living,
with open, transparent or
semi-open balustrades;
5. use understated colour
schemes and low-reflective
roofing and cladding
materials.
Editor's note— Refer to Figure
AP3-3A
PO8 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO8
The Noosa Heads local plan area The proposal is for a community
is serviced by the following activity.
centres that provide business,
entertainment and community
activities consistent with the
Noosa Shire Centres Hierarchy:
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1. Noosa Junction Major
centre;
2. Quamby Place
Neighbourhood centre; and
3. Hastings Street Visitor
centre.
PO9 AO9.1 Can comply with AO9.1
Noosa Junction is a major activity Development in Noosa Junction is As required - the proposal is
centre servicing the coastal part to be generally in accordance with within an existing building.
of Noosa Shire providing a wide Figure 7.2.5.4 ( Noosa Junction
range of centre activities and Framework and Character Plan).
employment including:
1. retail uses of supermarkets AO9.2
and specialty retail; Not applicable
The redevelopment of the former
2. commercial and Bowls site in Noosa Junction
professional office space; includes the dedication of land
3. creative industries; zoned Recreation and Open Space
4. education; Zone with a minimum area of
1,000m2 to be located generally
5. health and wellbeing;
in accordance with Figure 7.2.5.4
6. entertainment activities; (Noosa Junction Framework and
7. small dwellings in Character Plan).
mixed-use format;
8. high quality open space and
public realm; and
9. a transport hub.
PO10 AO10 Can comply with AO10
Development reinforces the main Development on Sunshine Beach The proposal will maintain
street character of Hastings Road between Noosa Drive and existing pedestrian connections.
Street, Sunshine Beach Road, Berrima Row, Arcadia Street, the
Arcadia Street and the northern northern side of Lanyana Way and
side of Lanyana Way with a Hastings Street is attractive,
pedestrian scale of development vibrant and pedestrian friendly.
and visual linkages to open space
and natural areas such as Noosa
Editor's note— Refer to Figure
National Park, Noosa Hill and
7.2.5.6 and Figure 7.2.5.9 for
Noosa Main Beach and Pinaroo
character and built form
Park.
outcomes for Hastings Street and
Sunshine Beach Road.
PO11 AO11 Can comply with AO11
Development in a Centre zone or Development: The proposal is within an
Tourist Accommodation zone in 1. respects the layout, scale existing building.
Hastings Street: (including height and
1. is sympathetic to the setback) and character of
existing character, development on adjoining
streetscape and built form; sites;
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2. contributes to the variety 2. includes detailing and
of low set and walk up articulation for horizontal
building styles in the emphasis;
streetscape; 3. provides a fine scale of built
3. creates vibrant and active form;
streets and public spaces; 4. provides active street
and frontages where identified
4. provides integrated and as primary active street
functional car parking and frontage on Figure 7.2.5.4
access arrangements that (Noosa Junction Framework
do not dominate the and Character plan) or
street. Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings
Street Framework and
Character plan) that
incorporate shopfronts,
indoor/outdoor cafes and
restaurants and other
activities that are likely to
foster casual, social and
business interaction for
extended periods. Refer to
Figure AP3-8A for design
outcomes for active
streetscapes.
5. has building openings
overlooking the street and
addressing key corners as
indicated on Figure 7.2.5.4
(Noosa Junction Framework
and Character plan) or
Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings
Street Framework and
Character plan) and Figure
AP3-7A; and
6. includes the provision of
landscaping, shaded seating
and consistent and simple
paving materials on
footpaths consistent with
the character of its setting
including where shown as
primary streetscape
treatment area on Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5
(Hastings Street Framework
and Character plan).
PO12 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development in the
Neighbourhood Centre zone at
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Quamby Place provides dining
options and lower order goods
and services to support the
day-to-day needs of residents and
visitors.
PO13 AO13.1 Not applicable
Development is high quality, low Pedestrian pathways in and
rise and pedestrian focussed around Hastings Street are
reinforcing the character of maintained for pedestrians as the
Hastings Street as a principal priority and business activities
focal point for visitors. extending to pathways is limited
in extent.
AO13.2 Not applicable
There is no decrease in the
amount of public open space in or
around Hastings Street.
AO13.3 Not applicable
Vehicular access to Hastings
Street is gained via Noosa Drive
only.
PO14 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development within the
Community Facilities zone
contributes to community
infrastructure, utilities and
services.
PO15 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Office and retail businesses in
Noosa Heads are typically of a
smaller scale while large
floorplate and land intensive uses
including showrooms, bulky goods
and outdoor sales are more
appropriately located in
Noosaville.
PO16 AO16 Not applicable
Residential development within Residential dwellings within the
the Major Centre zone Major Centre zone:
incorporates small dwellings that 1. do not exceed a floor area
provide long term housing for of 100m2; and
employees and students.
2. are part of a mixed-use
development with
non-residential uses at the
ground level.
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PO17 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Sites currently used or approved
for residential care facilities
continue to provide such services
into the future.
PO18 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development in the Low Density
Residential zone maintains a high
level of residential amenity for
permanent residents.
PO19 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development in the Tourist
Accommodation zone and other
resort complexes provide visitor
accommodation into the future to
preserve and support the role of
Noosa Heads as a tourism focus
area.
PO20 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable
Commercial development on or
adjacent to the Noosa River:
1. provides for uses for marine
facility purposes only,
including water transport
and boat hire;
2. is compatible with the
scenic values of the
waterway;
3. provides a high level of
amenity, including ensuring
low ambient noise levels;
4. does not increase the
overall scale and intensity
of commercial operations;
5. ensures no net increase in
gross floor area of building
and structures;
6. uses materials, natural
finishes and colours that
blend with the surrounding
natural landscape; and
7. reflects the character and
setting of the waterfront
locality (such as timber and
tin construction with a
traditional pitched roof
design).
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PO21 AO21.1 Not applicable
Commercial development on and No additional commercial leases
adjacent to the Noosa River is not are created on or adjacent to the
increased or expanded beyond Noosa River.
existing building footprints and
structures within existing lease
AO21.2 Not applicable
areas.
Development does not increase
the overall building footprint,
gross floor area or height of
buildings or structures associated
with commercial jetties.
PO22 Not applicable
The loading and unloading of No acceptable outcome provided.
passengers and boat docking is
confined to the commercial lease
areas of the respective
commercial operation.
PO23 AO23 Can comply with AO23
Development integrates with and Development on land including or The north-western side
extends the existing street and adjoining a key pedestrian/cycle boundary is mapped as
pathway networks including but link shown on Figure 7.2.5.4 containing a key
not limited to those identified on (Noosa Junction Framework and pedestrian/cycle link. There is a
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Character plan) and Figure 7.2.5.5 significant transition in contours
Framework and Character plan) (Hastings Street Framework and between the two lots that is not
and Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings Character plan) facilitates these practical to achieve this
Street Framework and Character connections. requirement.
plan) such that connections to
and between key local
destinations are provided and
reinforced.
PO24 AO24 Not applicable
Development of Lot 3 on A link road is constructed to
RP884396, being the former Council's specifications as part of
Noosa Heads bowls club, provides the first stage of re-development
a new road link connecting Noosa of Lot 3 RP884396 generally in
Drive near Pinnaroo Park to accordance with Figure 7.2.5.4
Lanyana Way to improve local (Noosa Junction Framework and
connectivity. Character Plan) and is dedicated
to Council at no cost.
PO25 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO25
Development: The proposal seeks to utilise the
1. avoids the generation of existing onsite buildings and
excessive traffic or amenity infrastructure. The single access
impacts on Hastings Street, point to Sunshine Beach Road
Noosa Parade or Noosa will be maintained. Car parking
Drive; is located at the rear of the site.
2. avoids through traffic on
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residential streets;
3. maintains Hastings Street
as a narrow traffic way;
4. minimises the potential for
conflict between pedestrian
and vehicular traffic by
consolidating, rather than
increasing vehicular access
points across footpaths;
and
5. ensures car parking does
not dominate the
streetscape.
PO26 AO26 Not applicable
Development has no significant Connecting Habitat Areas as
adverse impacts on biodiversity, identified on Map SFM-4 -
natural vegetation, native fauna Biodiversity (Strategic
habitat, landscape quality, water Framework) are protected from
quality or cultural heritage values, fragmentation and encroachment
including those related to— by development.
1. changes to natural
drainage;
2. disturbance to any wetland
system;
3. management of fire risk;
4. erosion and the transport of
sediments off site;
5. unmanaged public access;
6. changes to fauna habitat
and behaviour.
PO27 AO27 Not applicable
Development maintains and Open space corridors identified as
protects an integrated open space Ecological Linkages and Major
network to— Recreation areas on Map SFM-1 -
1. provide passive and active Settlement and Map SFM-4 -
recreational pursuits; Biodiversity (Strategic
Framework) are enhanced and
2. provide connectivity for
protected from fragmentation and
pedestrians and cyclists;
encroachment by development.
3. provide habitat connectivity
for wildlife and fish
passage;
4. protect watercourses and
drainage lines;
5. protect vegetation on steep
slopes; and
6. form a scenic backdrop for
residential development.
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ADAPT
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Major Centre Zone Code
Performance Outcome Acceptable Outcome Response
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1
The business use or centre activity The proposal is a consistent,
is of a type, scale and intensity that code assessable use in the Major
is consistent with a Major Centre as Centre zone.
identified in the Noosa Shire Centre
Hierarchy.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2
Uses within a Major Centre do not The proposal is for a community
detract from the role or function of activity.
another Major Centre.
PO3 AO3 Complies with AO3
Development provides for a mix of Development provides for the The proposal is a consistent,
retail, business, residential and following activities: code assessable use in the Major
community activities to promote an 1. retail shops; Centre zone.
activated mixed-use environment.
2. food and drink outlets
(e.g. local restaurant and
dining facilities);
3. health care services;
4. offices (e.g. banks and
real estate agencies);
5. entertainment activities
(e.g. a club, function
facility or theatre);
6. residential activities
located above or behind
non-residential activities;
and
7. an appropriate range of
community activities and
support service.
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO4
Development provides for a range The proposal provides an
of business activities that serve the educational establishment,
highest level needs of businesses, which is consistent with Overall
residents and visitors within the Outcome (h) to provide hubs for
Shire, and offers a higher level and medical and specialised
more diverse range of employment educational services.
opportunities than other centres in
Noosa Shire.
PO5 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
The Noosa Business Centre, as a
principal function provides for
employment growth in key priority
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employment sectors for Noosa
Shire, by enabling a wide range of
business, commercial and
community activities, as well as
retaining development capacity in
the longer term to take advantage
of potential future employment
opportunities.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
The Noosa Business Centre
provides for higher order retailing
and entertainment facilities for the
shire including the existing
discount department store and
full-line supermarket established in
the centre. An additional small
format supermarket is established
in the Village mixed use precinct
with a maximum gross floor area of
2,500m²
PO7 AO7 Not applicable
Development in the Noosa The internal link road and
Business centre includes the extension to Hofmann Drive
construction of an internal link road connecting to Walter Hay Drive
and the extension of Hofmann is to be generally in accordance
Drive to service new development with Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
at the first stage of development of Business Centre Framework and
the site. Character Plan)
PO8 AO8 Can comply with AO8
Development in the Noosa Primary activated frontages are As required. The proposal is
Business Centre and Noosa provided to public open space within an existing building.
Junction is designed to be areas as identified on Figures
integrated with and provide 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
activated edges to public open Framework and Character plan)
space areas. and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
Business Centre Framework and
Character Plan).
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO9
Noosa Junction’s principal role and The proposal provides a
function is to provide for a higher community activity, which
order mixed-use centre prioritising contributes to the existing mixed
entertainment and retail uses use land uses (primarily retail,
focused on unique destination commercial and food and drink
shops with local brands, outlet) along Sunshine Beach
restaurants and cafes, as well as Road.
digital and creative enterprise and
health and professional services.
PO10 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO10
Noosa Junction provides for a The proposal provides a
diversity of higher order business community activity, which
and entertainment activities
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including specialty retail, contributes to the existing mixed
restaurants, cafes and a cinema use land uses (primarily retail,
located in a compact, fine grained commercial and food and drink
main street centre with no outlet) along Sunshine Beach
additional discount department Road.
store use or additional fullline
supermarket established.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Commercial development is
consolidated through increased
floor space within the boundaries
of the Major centre zone in Noosa
Junction.
Open Space AO12 Can comply with AO12
PO12 Primary activated frontages are As required. The proposal is
Development in the Noosa provided to public open space within an existing building.
Business Centre and Noosa areas as identified on Figures
Junction is designed to be 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
integrated with and provide Framework and Character plan)
activated edges to open space and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
areas. Business Centre Framework and
Character Plan).
Editor's Note- The
requirements for the open space
areas for Noosa Junction and
Noosa Business Centre are
provided in the Recreation and
Open Space Zone Code.
Sunshine Beach Road and No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Bottlebrush Road, Noosa
Junction
PO13
Development located at 43
Sunshine Beach Road
(BUP104047), 1 Eugarie Street
(BUP102871) and where fronting
Bottlebrush Avenue Noosa Heads,
develops for office or health
services uses only to the exclusion
of shops, food and drink outlets
and entertainment uses.
Short-term accommodation No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
PO14
Short term accommodation is
established in locations close to
entertainment activities and retail
uses.
Former Bowls Site Noosa AO15 Not applicable
Junction The link road connecting Noosa
PO15 Drive to Lanyana Way is to be
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Development on the former bowls generally in accordance with
club site located at Lot 3 RP884396 Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
includes a road connection through Framework and Character Plan)
the site linking Noosa Drive to
Lanyana Way which is to be
constructed and dedicated to
Council at no cost as part of the
first stage of development of the
site.
Height AO16.1 Not applicable
PO16 Buildings and other structures The proposal is within an
Buildings and other structures: have a building height of no existing building.
more than:
1. are low rise and have a
visual bulk and architectural 1. Noosa Junction - 12
scale consistent with metres;
structures on adjoining or 2. Noosa Business Centre –
nearby land; 1. if a site is identified
2. have the following as a gateway site on
maximum building height: Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
1. for Noosa Junction Business Centre
three storeys; Framework and
Character Plan), that
2. for the Noosa Business
portion of the site
Centre two storeys,
located within 50
except a gateway site or
metres of the street
a mixed-use building
frontage - 12 metres;
incorporating a
or
residential use which
may be three storeys. 2. are part of a
mixed-use building
3. do not visually dominate the
incorporating
street, surrounding spaces
residential uses, or in
or the existing skyline; and
the High density
4. preserve the amenity of residential precinct
surrounding premises -12 metres; otherwise
including privacy, views and
3. 10 metres.
access to sunlight.
AO16.2 Not applicable
Where excavation is required, The proposal is within an
the maximum portion of the existing building. No excavation
exposed external façade of the is proposed.
building cannot exceed the
respective building heights in
AO16.1.
Editor's Note—refer to figure
AP3-13A to measure height in
storeys.
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Site Cover No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
PO17 The proposal is within an
The site cover and plot ratio of existing building. Minor
buildings and other roofed modifications to the internal
structures: building are proposed.
1. is of a scale that is
compatible with surrounding
development;
2. does not present an
appearance of bulk to
adjacent properties, roads or
other areas in the vicinity of
the site;
3. maximises the retention of
existing vegetation and
allows for additional soft
landscaping between
buildings;
4. where including residential
development, allows for
adequate area at ground
level for outdoor recreation
and other site facilities; and
5. facilitates onsite stormwater
management and vehicular
access; and
6. at the Noosa Business Centre
in the High density
residential precinct site
cover:
1. does not exceed 40% of
the site area; or
2. for small dwellings or for
development which
provides a ratio of at
least three small
dwellings to any other
one dwelling, site cover
does not exceed 45% of
the site area.
Plot ratio No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
PO18 The proposal is within an
For the Major centre zone the plot existing building, which has
ratio of a building does not exceed: been previously approved.
1. for Noosa Junction 1.9:1
excluding Lot 54 RP139776
(Noosa Fair), where the plot
ratio is not greater than:
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1. 0.8:1 for the first
2,000m² of site area;
plus
2. 0.3:1 for the balance of
the site area in excess
of 2,000m²;
2. for the Noosa Business
Centre:
Showroom precinct 0.8:1
1. Business park precinct
0.8:1
2. Retail precinct 0.5:1;
3. Village mixed use
precinct 1.9: 1;
4. High density residential
precinct:
1. 0.65:1 for sites up
to and including
7,000m²; or
2. 0.6:1 for sites over
7,000m²; or
3. where development
provides a ratio of
at least three small
dwellings to every
one other dwelling,
does not exceed:
1. 0.75:1 for sites
up to and
including
7,000m2; or
2. 0.7:1 for sites
over 7,000m2.
Setbacks AO19.1 Not applicable
PO19 Buildings and structures comply The proposal is within an
Buildings and other structures are with the following minimum existing building, which has
appropriately designed and sited boundary setbacks: been previously approved.
to: Frontage-
1. provide for users of the 1. Noosa Junction:
premises as well as preserve the 1. Where shown as having
visual and acoustic amenity of primary active street frontage in
adjoining and nearby properties; Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
2. provide adequate distance Framework and Character Plan)
from adjoining land uses; no setback required for the
3. allow space for required ground floor, second storey and
vehicle parking; third storey provided the third
storey has an open balcony to
4. preserve any existing
any street frontage with a
vegetation that will buffer the
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proposed building; minimum width of 2.5 metres,
5. allow for landscaping to be otherwise a setback of 2 metres
provided between buildings; for the third storey;
6. maintain the visual 2. notwithstanding the
continuity and pattern of buildings above, the minimum setback for
and landscape elements within the the following properties at Lots
street; and 188,189, 195, 196, 197 and 198
RP88772, Lot 2 RP168311, Lot 2
7. avoid large areas of
RP168282 and Lot 1 RP173872
continuous wall planes by varying
fronting Sunshine Beach Road is
the building setbacks and using
5.5 metres;
appropriate techniques to provide
visual relief. 3. if fronting a road and
not referred to above and not
shown as having primary active
street frontage in Figure 7.2.5.4
(Noosa Junction Framework and
Character Plan), 3 metres for the
ground floor and second storey
and 5 metres for the third
storey; and
4. for paragraphs (ii) and
(iii) above the setback area can
contain open awnings and
unenclosed outdoor dining areas.
2. Noosa Business
Centre – 4 metres for the
ground and second storey and 8
metres for the third storey,
where permissible, except if
located in the Noosa Business
Centre where:
1. If Village mixed use
precinct and in the main street
and shown as having primary
active street frontage in Figure
7.2.4.5 (Framework and
Character Plan- Noosa Business
Centre) where no setback is
required for the ground floor and
second storey and third storey
provided the third storey has an
open balcony to any street
frontage with a minimum width
of 2.5 metres, otherwise a
setback of 2 metres for the third
storey; or
2. If High density
residential precinct buildings and
structures meet the following
minimum boundary setbacks:
1. for frontages-first and
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second storeys— 6 metres, and
thereafter 8 metres;
2. Side boundaries 1.5
metre setback up to 4.5 metres
height; 2 metres setback
between 4.5 metres and 7.5
metres height; and 2 metres plus
500 millimetres for every 3
metres above 7.5 metres height
or part thereof; and
3. Rear boundary-first and
second storeys; 6 metres, third
storey - 6 metres - if has an
open balcony with a minimum
width of 2.5 metres, otherwise 8
meters.
Editor's Note— For properties
mentioned in section (a)(ii)
above, the minimum setback can
be considered as part of a
separate urban design and
planning study endorsed by
Council, to review land use, built
form and streetscape outcomes
for these properties.
Other boundaries-
3 metres from boundaries that
adjoin land in a residential zone
or Environmental Management
and Conservation Zone,
otherwise 0.0 metres.
AO19.2 Childcare centres Not applicable
All buildings, structures and
outdoor play areas are set back
at least 3 metres from all site
boundaries adjoining a
residential activity or land
included in a residential zone.
Editor's Note— If there is a
conflict between minimum
boundary setbacks, the greater
setback prevails.
PO20 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development has design elements The proposal is within an
and materials that reflect the local existing building, which has
streetscape character of the area. been previously approved.
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PO21 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development creates attractive and The proposal is within an
functional buildings, streets and existing building, which has
places. been previously approved.
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Streetscape treatments are The proposal is within an
provided to enhance the character existing building, which has
and amenity of the street. been previously approved.
PO23 AO23.1 Not applicable
Buildings and other structures Buildings incorporate horizontal The proposal is within an
present a high level of architectural and vertical articulation. existing building, which has
merit with building elements and been previously approved.
forms that:
AO23.2 Not applicable
1. are consistent with the bulk
Elevations are no longer than 15 The proposal is within an
and scale of buildings on
metres without articulation of at existing building, which has
adjoining and nearby land;
least 0.75 metres and present been previously approved.
2. break down the facade into changes in textures and
finer scaled components; materials to break up building
3. provide strong visual facades.
relationships to the
landscape, natural features Not applicable
AO23.3
and recreation areas in the The proposal is within an
vicinity; Frontages to public streets or existing building, which has
semi-public spaces are been previously approved.
4. create a pedestrian scale
articulated with vertical elements
with visual interest;
to emphasise a finer-grained
5. present subtle changes in building frontage.
colours, textures and
materials to break up the
building facades; AO23.4 Not applicable
Buildings incorporate: The proposal is within an
6. integrate signage with the existing building, which has
building design; 1. variations in plan shape, been previously approved.
7. integrate landscaping into such as steps, recesses,
the building design and car projections or splays:
parking areas; 2. variations in the vertical
8. are well articulated with profile, with steps or
strong horizontal and vertical slopes at different level;
design elements providing an 3. variations in the treatment
interesting streetscape; and and patterning of
9. complement landform windows, sun protection
changes and landscape and shading devices, or
features, stepping down other elements of a façade
sloping sites and minimising treatment at a finer scale
cut or fill. than the overall building
structure;
4. balconies, verandahs or
terraces; and
5. planting, particularly on
terraces, and low-level
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roof decks or incorporate
other landscape elements
such as green walls.
Not applicable
AO23.5 The proposal is within an
For multi-site developments existing building, which has
buildings maintain the been previously approved.
appearance of smaller buildings
or varied frontages and reflect
the fine grained character of the
existing built form.
AO23.6 Not applicable
Any large scale buildings within The proposal is within an
the Village Mixed Use Precinct existing building, which has
are to be sleeved with active been previously approved.
shopfronts at street level where
possible and include landscaping
or design features at upper
levels where visible from public
spaces.
Editor's note—refer to figure
6.4.1.4
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Buildings and other structures The proposal is within an
present a high quality streetscape existing building, which has
with design elements and building been previously approved.
forms that:
1. define the street and public
spaces;
2. provide a consistent building
alignment fronting the street
and public spaces;
3. contribute to the streetscape
activity and vibrancy of the
centre;
4. create pedestrian scale and
visual interest;
5. contribute to their setting,
including the skyline; and
6. provide areas for outdoor
dining and meeting
opportunities on the ground
level.
PO25 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Buildings on corner sites define the
street intersection and include
interesting or decorative features
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and design elements.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP3-7A
PO26 AO26 Not applicable
Development addresses the street Development: The proposal is within an
and makes a positive contribution 1. is designed and sited to existing building, which has
to the visual amenity and activation activate and provide a been previously approved.
of the street during normal daytime positive contribution to the
trading hours. streetscape during daytime
trading hours by
incorporating architectural,
landscape and furniture
treatments which engage
with the street;
2. includes ground level
building facades that avoid
blank walls and security
shutters and maintain a
shopfront presence to the
street.
PO27 AO27 Not applicable
Uses on the ground floor are Ground floor buildings provide a The proposal is within an
predominantly Business activities minimum of 50% transparent existing building, which has
or Community activities accessible glazing to shop fronts to create been previously approved.
to the general public, including but active building fronts.
not limited to shops, restaurants,
cafes, medical centres, banks, post
office, accountants or real estate
agencies.
PO28 AO28 Not applicable
A mix of uses including outdoor Buildings address the street with The proposal is within an
sitting and dining areas are main entrances fronting the existing building, which has
incorporated in the design to street or outdoor squares or been previously approved.
activate key street frontages and open plazas or laneways that
laneways. constitute the focal point of the
centre, rather than to internal
spaces or parking areas.
Editor's note—refer to figure
6.4.4.4, figure AP3-8A and figure
AP3-12A for design outcomes.
PO29 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
A consistent paving pattern, The proposal is within an
material and design is to be existing building, which has
adopted for outdoor public areas. been previously approved.
PO30 AO30 Complies with AO30
Street awnings in Major centres are Street awnings: The site has an existing awning
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designed and located to: 1. are provided along the full over the road reserve.
1. provide continuous weather frontage of the building
protection to pedestrians; and cover the footpath
2. maintain the continuity and where no other weather
style of adjacent awnings, protection is provided for
especially in relation to pedestrians as part of the
height, scale, form and building design;
materials; 2. are set back a minimum of
3. contribute to an attractive 1 metre from the kerb and
streetscape environment; where include timber
posts, the posts are set
4. promote an active building back not less than 1 metre
front by encouraging from the kerb;
pedestrian use of the street;
3. are waterproof;
5. provide a feeling of enclosure
and human scale for 4. conform with the height,
pedestrians so as to form and materials of
contribute to the “sense of awnings on adjoining
place”; and properties which share the
same frontage;
6. have an adequate clearance
distance from the kerb to 5. where falling towards the
prevent obstruction. street, are no less than 2.5
metres at their lowest
point or where
cantilevered, are no less
than 2.7 metres at their
lowest point;
6. use an awning slope of
within 15 degrees of
adjacent awnings;
7. are no more than 500
millimetres higher or lower
than adjacent awnings
that are less than 2 metres
away; and
8. do not exceed 3 metres in
height.
Editor's note—refer to figure
6.4.2.5 for design outcomes for
awnings.
Mechanical plant, equipment AO31.1 Not applicable
and storage Mechanical plant, equipment and The proposal is within an
PO31 storage areas, including vents existing building, which has
and exhausts, are not visible been previously approved.
Mechanical plant and equipment
from any street or public space.
(including air conditioning
equipment) and storage areas are
designed and located to: AO31.2
Not applicable
1. avoid adverse visual impacts Mechanical plant, equipment and The proposal is within an
when viewed from the street storage areas are: existing building, which has
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and adjoining properties; and 1. located more than 2 been previously approved.
2. visually integrate with the metres from any property
building design. boundary;
2. where located at ground
level, screened by fencing
1.5 metres in height or
dense vegetation of at
least 1.5 metres in width
incorporating grouped
trees and shrubs with a
maximum separation
distance of 1 metre
measured from the centre
of the tree or shrub;
3. re 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;
4. fully enclosed or screened
where above ground level
such that they are not
visible from the street
frontages nor adjoining
premises; and
5. are acoustically screened
from any adjoining
sensitive land use.
PO32 For Noosa Junction- Not applicable
Landscaped areas are provided to: AO32.1 The proposal is within an
1. reduce the impervious area The minimum area required for existing building, which has
and enhance the visual providing landscaping is 10% of been previously approved.
amenity and natural the site area with a minimum
landscape character of the dimension of 2 metres.
setting, streetscape and local
area; Not applicable
AO32.2 The proposal is within an
2. retain existing native The minimum average width of existing building, which has
vegetation and enhance landscaping along a street been previously approved.
buffer areas around property frontage is 2 metres with the
boundaries; exception of streets where
3. suit the relative size and shown as having primary active
nature of the development street frontage in Figure 7.2.5.4
and its setting; (Noosa Junction Framework and
4. reduce the visual impact of Character Plan) where no
large or bulky structures and frontage landscaping is required
fencing along watercourses; excluding street trees.
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5. screen car parking, loading For Noosa Business Centre- Not applicable
and service areas of AO32.3
developments; and
Dense vegetated screening is
6. contribute to pedestrian provided between the
wayfinding and comfort development and Eenie Creek
through shade. Road and Walter Hay Drive.
AO32.4 Not applicable
Development where possible
retains and incorporates existing
vegetation.
AO32.5 Not applicable
The minimum area required for
providing landscaping excluding
High Density Residential Precinct
is 15% of the site area with a
minimum dimension of 2 metres.
AO32.6 Not applicable
Landscaping excluding High
Density Residential Precinct, is
provided on sites in accordance
with the following:
1. an average width of:
1. 4 metres measured
from a frontage to the
internal circulation
road, except for a
main street frontage
where identified as
having a primary
active frontage on
Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
Business Centre
Framework and
Character Plan) where
it is 0 metres; and
2. 2 metres measured
from a frontage to any
other road; and
3. shade trees are provided
in car parks;
4. a landscaped area is
provided between the
centre activity, associated
car parking and any
adjacent residential activity
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or residential zone which:
a. has a minimum width
of 3 metres and is not
used for storage or
mechanical plant;
b. is planted with a
variety of screening
trees and shrubs; and
c. incorporates a
minimum
1.8-metre-high solid
screen fence with
acoustic attenuation
where required.
Not applicable
AO32.7
For showroom, garden centre,
hardware and trade supply uses
the following side and rear
boundary setbacks apply:
1. standard 2 metres
width; or
2. 5 metres width along
all boundaries that
adjoin land in a
residential zone.
PO33 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Landscape and streetscape Existing landscape and
treatments are consistent with the streetscape treatments will be
existing streetscape character, maintained.
enhance the amenity and
contributes positively to the major
centre, particularly along the major
road network.
PO34 AO34 Not applicable
Landscaping within road reserves: Landscaping: Existing landscape treatments
1. enhances the streetscape 1. is set back a minimum of will be maintained.
quality and natural landscape 500 millimetres from the
character of the area; and back of the kerb;
2. maintains the functionality of 2. ensures landscaping and
the road reserve for vehicles paving styles are
and pedestrians. consistent with any Council
endorsed streetscape
theme; and
3. incorporates a minimum
pedestrian pathway width
of 3 metres provided along
the frontage, clear of any
planted area or outdoor
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business area.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP3-5A
PO35 AO35.1 Not applicable
Landscape treatments soften and Entries, outdoor spaces and Existing built form will be
improve the visual appearance of outdoor dining areas are treated maintained.
the building, outdoor spaces and with hard and soft landscaping
service areas. features.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP3-8A for design outcomes for
landscaping outdoor dining
areas.
AO35.2 Not applicable
Landscaping may be used to
conceal mechanical plant
equipment, loading bays, storage
and service areas.
PO36 AO36 Not applicable
Where residential development is Development provides for one or
proposed it is provided for in mixed more of the following residential
use buildings with small dwellings, activities, in the form of small
where such activities are ancillary dwellings only and
to and support the predominant accommodated in a mixed-use
business functions of the zone. building format:
1. one caretaker’s
accommodation unit;
2. dwelling unit (e.g. shop
top housing);
3. dual occupancies;
4. multiple dwellings.
PO37 AO37.1 Not applicable
Residential uses within the centre Any residential activities are
do not interrupt the continuity of located above or behind ground
the streetscape or the active, storey business or community
pedestrian focus of the street activities.
frontage.
AO37.2 Not applicable
Where visitor accommodation
incorporates business uses such
as a restaurant, function room or
tour booking service such
facilities are located at the front
of the ground floor so as to
reinforce the interactive
streetscape.
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PO38 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Residential uses:
1. have separate identifiable,
well lit and safe pedestrian
access to building entries
and dwellings; and
2. clearly identify private
residential space by using
features such as low walls,
changes in surface texture or
other landscape treatments.
PO39 AO39.1 Not applicable
Mixed-use buildings are designed Dwellings are designed to
and operated to ensure: incorporate suitable noise
1. business uses manage attenuation and privacy
potential impact on measures to reduce amenity
residents, including impacts impacts from business uses.
associated with:
Not applicable
1. visual and acoustic AO39.2
privacy; The residential component of the
2. safety and security; and development provides for:
3. lighting. 1. separate identifiable
2. residential uses do not limit residential entries from
the business opportunities of the entrances for other
site. building uses;
2. clearly defined and safe
pedestrian access to
dwelling units and
accommodation units that
are appropriately lit, visible
to others and directly
accessible to units from
areas likely to be used at
night; and
3. security measures such
that building users do not
have access to areas that
are intended for the
exclusive use or residents
of, and visitors to,
residential
accommodation;
4. windows, balconies,
terraces of each dwelling
are screened up to a
minimum height of 1.7
metres from the finished
floor level where
overlooking a habitable
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room or private open
space of another dwelling
within 9 metres; and
5. screening may incorporate
solid translucent screens,
shutters, perforated panels
or trellises which have a
maximum of 50%
openings.
Editor's Note—refer to figure
AP3-1B and figure AP3-1C for
design outcomes for overlooking.
AO39.3 Not applicable
Dwellings provide:
1. clearly identify private
residential space by using
features such as low walls,
changes in surface texture
or other landscape
treatments; and
2. private open space or an
open balcony directly
accessible from a habitable
room with:
1. a minimum area of
9m²,
2. a minimum dimension
of 2.5 metres; and
3. is clear of any utilities
such as gas, water
tanks and air
conditioning units.
PO40 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Where adjoining land in a
residential zone or High Density
Residential Precinct, development
ensures that the siting, design and
hours of operation do not
unreasonably impact on the
amenity enjoyed by users of
adjoining or nearby premises.
Overlooking AO41 Not applicable
PO41 Development is designed and
Development provides reasonable arranged to avoid overlooking by
privacy, amenity and use of indoor siting windows and outdoor
and outdoor living areas to areas, (including balconies and
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surrounding residential uses. terraces) to not look into
residential dwellings and may
incorporate screening over
building openings.
PO42 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development creates a safe Existing built form to be
environment by incorporating key maintained.
elements of crime prevention
through environmental design in its
layout considering:
1. casual surveillance and sight
lines;
2. exterior building design that
promotes safety;
3. lighting;
4. signage and wayfinding;
5. minimising entrapment
locations; and
6. building entrances, loading
and storage areas that are
well lit and lockable after
hours.
PO43 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Walkways, carparks and publicly Existing built form to be
accessible facilities, including maintained.
toilets, and bicycle racks are
located and designed to allow
casual surveillance by other
persons.
PO44 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Pathways allow clear sightlines in Existing built form to be
all directions. maintained.
PO45 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Adequate lighting is provided to Existing built form to be
building entrances, carparks and maintained.
pedestrian routes.
Editor’s note—Applicants may find
useful guidance to the Queensland
Government’s Crime Prevention
through Environmental Design
Guidelines for Queensland.
PO46 AO46 Not applicable
All premises and access routes are All premises are identified by the Existing built form to be
clearly identifiable to all persons, provision of the street number in maintained.
particularly emergency services a prominent location, preferably
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personnel. near the site entry, (i.e. on the
kerb or letterbox or by signage
on the building or site).
PO47 AO47.1 Not applicable
Building entries are visible and The number of entrances and Existing built form to be
easily identifiable. exits are limited and main maintained.
building entrances/exits are
located at the front of the site in
view of the street. Where this is
not possible, due to site or
existing building constraints, a
well-defined path is provided to
the entrance/exit.
AO47.2 Not applicable
All entrances/exits to buildings, Existing built form to be
are well lit and signed, and maintained.
signage includes hours of
operation.
AO47.3 Not applicable
Existing built form to be
Entrances/exits are located to maintained.
provide a direct link to driveways
and car parking areas.
AO47.4 Not applicable
Recessed doorways are avoided Existing built form to be
where the recess is of sufficient maintained.
size to conceal a person. Where
recessed doorways are
unavoidable, the following
measures are used to enhance
safety—
1. good lighting;
2. strategically placed
mirrors;
3. angled approaches; or
4. gates which restrict
access.
Vandalism AO48 Not applicable
PO48 Buildings or structures that are Existing built form to be
Buildings and structures are visible from and accessible from maintained.
designed to minimise opportunities a public street or laneway—
for vandalism. 1. avoid the use of solid
fences and blank walls
which attract graffiti.
Where solid blank surfaces
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are unavoidable, measures
in the form of landscaping,
creepers, murals, vandal
resistant paint, etc. are
used;
2. with windows at ground
level use measures that
deter break and enters
without obscuring views to
shopfronts; and
3. are constructed to be
vandal and graffiti proof.
Lighting AO49.1 Not applicable
PO49 Lighting of appropriate Existing built form to be
Lighting of appropriate intensities intensities is provided which maintained.
is provided to maximise safety. satisfies the requirements of
Australian Standard AS1158:
Public Lighting Code unless
otherwise specified in this Code.
AO49.2 Not applicable
External lighting of a graduated Existing built form to be
intensity is provided which starts maintained.
at a lower level of brightness at
the perimeter of the site and
rises to a higher level at the
entrance to buildings or at the
centre of the site.
AO49.3 Not applicable
Existing built form to be
Lighting is directed onto the site maintained.
and away from neighbouring
properties.
AO49.4 Not applicable
In public and publicly accessible Existing built form to be
areas: maintained.
1. lighting is vandal-resistant;
and
2. development incorporates
solar lighting where
possible.
AO49.5 Not applicable
Loading and storage areas are Existing built form to be
well lit or can be locked after maintained.
hours.
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Vehicle loading and waste AO50 Not applicable
PO50 Vehicle loading/unloading, waste The site will maintain existing
Vehicle loading / unloading and storage/collection and external waste collection arrangements,
waste storage and collection areas storage areas are enclosed which currently occur from the
do not significantly impact on the within a service yard or kerb on the nominated day.
visual or acoustic amenity of the courtyard and located to the rear
area or sensitive landuses. or under the building and not
located along any frontage to a
public street or space.
PO51 AO51 Not applicable
Filling and excavation does not Filling and excavation works are
directly, indirectly or cumulatively designed and constructed to
cause adverse impacts external to ensure overland flow and/or
the development site by— flooding is not worsened,
impeded, or otherwise diverted
1. causing ponding of to adversely affect other
water on the site or properties or downstream
nearby land; environments.
2. causing erosion or the
transport of sediment
off the site;
3. increasing flooding,
which adversely affects
the safety or use of
any land upstream and
downstream;
4. or adversely affecting
the flow of water in
any overland flow path.
PO52 AO52.1 Complies with AO52.1
Pedestrian safety and convenience Car parking is not located The existing car park is located
is not threatened or reduced by forward of the front building line at the rear of the site.
additional vehicular driveways. or front building setback and is
screened from view from the
street and does not to dominate
the streetscape.
AO52.2 Complies with AO52.2
Provision is made for shared One driveway is currently
driveways to minimise the provided to the site from
number of driveways interrupting Sunshine Beach Road.
the flow of pedestrians along the
footpath.
Editor's Note—refer to figure
AP3-11A and figure AP3-11B for
design outcomes for car parking.
Basements AO53.1 Not applicable
PO53 For residential development
Basement design: basements:
1. does not dominate the street 1. are limited to one access a
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or building design; maximum of 6 metres
2. visually integrates with the wide; and
building; 2. do not encroach into
3. is screened through building setback areas.
landscaping; and
Not applicable
4. does not present as a storey AO53.2
to the street. For non residential development
basements:
1. are limited to one access a
maximum width compliant
with the relevant
Australian Standards; and
2. do not encroach into
building setback areas.
Editor's Note—refer to figure
6.9.2
PO54 AO54 Complies with AO54
Car parking including multi-deck Car parking is sleeved with The existing car park is located
car parking is located and designed active shopfronts at street level at the rear of the site.
so that it is effectively screened to where possible and includes
street frontages at ground level landscaping or design features at
with upper floors to be landscaped upper levels where visible from
or designed to have a good public spaces.
amenity when viewed from public
spaces within and surrounding the
centre.
Access to the Noosa Business AO55 Not applicable
Centre There are no additional access
PO55 points to Eenie Creek Road and
Access to the Noosa business Walter Hay Drive.
centre is via the existing access
points in Eenie Creek Road and
Walter Hay Drive and Rene Street.
PO56 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development within the Noosa
Business Centre site is of a scale
and intensity to operate without
the need for traffic lights.
New Access to Noosa Junction AO57 Not applicable
PO57 Development provides a new
Development of the former bowls road linking Noosa Drive near
club site provides a new Pinnaroo Park and Lanyana Way
opportunity for improved access and with an access to Council’s
and connectivity through the site to car park, in the first stage.
Lanyana Way.
PO58 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Convenient and legible connections Existing pedestrian and cycle
are provided for pedestrians and linkages will be maintained.
cyclists to the site, particularly
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having regard to linkages with
existing and proposed public
transport infrastructure, the open
space network, other centres and
community-related spaces.
PO59 AO59.1 Not applicable
Public or semi-public spaces are Public and semi-public spaces Existing pedestrian and cycle
integrated into the centre's key are located to ensure pedestrian linkages will be maintained.
pedestrian and cycle networks and movement flows through the site
are designed to provide for and and connects with the centres
create a safe environment and key pedestrian and cycle
legible wayfinding. networks including where
identified in Figure 7.2.4.5
(Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character Plan)
and Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
Junction Framework and
Character Plan).
AO59.2 Not applicable
Pedestrian arcades, laneways or Existing pedestrian and cycle
enclosed thoroughfares are a linkages will be maintained.
minimum of 6 metres wide,
provide a direct line of sight to a
major pedestrian destination
(major tenancy, car park, public
place, etc.), and are not dead
ends, narrow or circuitous.
PO60 AO60 Not applicable
Pedestrian and bicycle links are Pedestrian and cycle networks Existing pedestrian and cycle
constructed throughout the centre are provided including where linkages will be maintained.
with appropriate external identified indicatively on Figure
connections provided. 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character Plan)
and Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
Junction Framework and
Character Plan).
PO61 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Pedestrian and bicycle movements
between key nodes within the
Noosa Business Centre site are
designated to minimise the need to
cross over roads and where road
crossing is necessary, central
refuges are provided.
PO62 AO62.1 Not applicable
Development— Development does not result in Existing built form to be
sediment or other material maintained.
1. does not lead to erosion or including building materials or
the transport of sediments waste products being deposited
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off site; or released into the road
2. does not lead to the reserve, stormwater drain or
disturbance of natural adjacent properties.
features or buildings or
structures; AO62.2 Not applicable
Development on a site adjoining
3. does not lead to the
a local heritage place respects
disturbance of natural
the cultural heritage significance
features, buildings or
of the place by mitigating any
structures of cultural heritage
adverse impacts on the setting
significance.
or integrity of the heritage
values.
Editor's note—Local heritage
places are identified on the
Heritage and Character Area
Overlay Map in schedule 2.
PO63 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development is conducted in an Existing built form to be
environmentally responsible maintained.
manner, operating without
deleterious impacts on immediate,
surrounding or downstream
communities, environments or
environmental processes.
PO64 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development is supported by The site will maintain existing
adequate infrastructure and urban connections to urban services
services including reticulated water, and infrastructure.
sewerage, stormwater drainage,
sealed roads, pathways and
electricity and telecommunication
infrastructure.
PO65 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development does not adversely The proposal is within an
impact on the continued operation, existing building and will
viability and maintenance of maintain existing connections to
existing infrastructure or urban services and
compromise the future provision of infrastructure.
planned infrastructure.
Additional Provisions for the Noosa Business Centre Precincts PO66-PO85 - N/A
PO86 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Development provides
entertainment, including live
entertainment, in premises such as
cafes, restaurants, bars, nightclubs,
cinemas and markets.
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Community Activities Code
Performance Outcome Acceptable Outcome Response
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1
Community activities are located The proposal is a consistent,
in a zone and on a site suitable code assessable land use in the
for its intended purpose, is Major Centre zone.
accessible to its patrons and
supported by adequate
infrastructure and services.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2
Community activities are located: Noosa is a key tourist
1. where there is a need for destination and desirable
the specific community location. Lexis College has a
activity; and number of institutes in key
tourist destinations across
2. convenient to the Australia and globally to provide
population catchment it quality language education.
serves.
PO3 AO3 Complies with AO3
Community activities are of a Community activities are Overall Outcome (h) of the
type, scale and intensity consistent with the purpose and Major Centre zone code states:
consistent with the zone, locality outcomes of the relevant zone Major centres develop as hubs
and character of the area in which and local area in which it is for medical and specialised
it is located. located. educational services. The
proposal provides specialised
educational services to deliver
quality language education.
PO4 Complies with PO4
Community activities contribute to No acceptable outcome provided Noosa is a key tourist
the community service and facility destination and desirable
needs of the Noosa Shire location. Lexis College has a
community. number of institutes in key
tourist destinations across
Australia and globally to provide
quality language education.
PO5 AO5 Not applicable
The scale of buildings and In any residential zone, the
structures are appropriate to the community activity does not
intended community use, the exceed a site cover of 50% or
zone in which it is located and the have a gross floor area exceeding
scale and character of 500m2.
surrounding development.
PO6 Not applicable
Community activities and car No acceptable outcome provided The existing built form will be
parking are sited and designed to maintained.
maximise the efficient and safe
operation of the use and safe
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access for users.
PO7 Not applicable
Landscape treatments provide No acceptable outcome provided Existing landscape treatments
shade and soften the visual will be maintained.
appearance of buildings, outdoor
spaces and service areas.
PO8 AO8.1 Not applicable
The use does not have a Emergency Services which include
significant adverse impact on the 24 hour activity are not located
amenity enjoyed by adjoining or within 6 metres of a sensitive land
nearby residential uses. use on an adjoining property.
AO8.2 Not applicable
Where adjoining a residential
activity or land in a residential
zone, a 1.8 metre high solid
acoustic screen fence and a 2
metre wide landscaping strip is
provided along the full length of
all common site boundaries.
AO8 Not applicable
Outdoor activities and
congregational areas are located
and orientated away from
residential properties.
AO8.4 Not applicable
Visual, noise and odour impacts
on public spaces and residential
uses, are avoided or reduced by:
1. refuse storage/collection
facilities within enclosed
service yards or courtyards;
and
2. not locating site service
facilities and areas along
any frontage to a street or
other public space.
AO8.5 Not applicable
With the exception of emergency
services, where the site directly
adjoins land in a residential zone,
the use or activity is to operate
only between the hours of
7:00am to 9:00pm seven days
per week.
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Noise sensitive community AO9 Not applicable
activities Noise sensitive Community The proposal will be located
PO9 activities use measures to within an existing building.
mitigate noise, including double
Noise sensitive community glazed windows and solid
activities are designed and sited concrete articulated fences.
to avoid adverse noise impacts
associated with neighbouring
noise sources by:
1. locating the use away from
the major noise sources
such as busy roads or rail
corridors; or
2. applying appropriate noise
attenuation measures to
the development.
Public access AO10 Not applicable
PO10 Security fencing is provided to
Public access is discouraged to prevent unauthorised access to
those parts of the community those parts of the activity that
activity that pose a health or pose a health or safety risk.
safety risk.
Overlooking AO11 Not applicable
PO11 Community activities are sited to
Community activities maintain avoid overlooking neighbouring
reasonable privacy, amenity and residential activities by siting the
use of indoor and outdoor living building, windows and outdoor
areas to surrounding residential areas to not look into dwellings or
uses. private outdoor living areas,
incorporating screening over
building openings if necessary.
Casual surveillance AO12.1 Not applicable
PO12 Communal open spaces, including
Walkways, car parks, communal congregation and seating areas
open space and publicly can be seen from a street,
accessible facilities, including windows of a community building
toilets, and bicycle racks are or other public space.
located and designed to allow
casual surveillance by other AO12.2 Not applicable
persons. All premises and access routes Existing built form to be
are clearly identifiable to all maintained.
persons, particularly emergency
services personnel such as
through street numbers and
property name being displayed in
a prominent location, preferably
near the site entry, (i.e. on the
kerb or letterbox or by signage on
the building or site).
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AO12.3 Not applicable
Uses are arranged on sites to Existing built form to be
enable external areas to be maintained.
monitored and building windows
and main entrances are
positioned to allow for casual
surveillance.
PO13 No acceptable outcome provided Not applicable
Internal access ways and car Existing built form to be
parking are designed to ensure maintained.
the safety of pedestrians and
cyclists and users of community
activities.
PO14 AO14.1 Not applicable
Development for community Pedestrian and bicycle pathways Existing pedestrian and bicycle
activities promote safe and are provided and retained or a pathways to be retained.
efficient walking and cycling by contribution towards pedestrian
providing sealed pathways along and bicycle pathways are made in
easily understood direct routes accordance with Council’s
with opportunity for casual infrastructure network planning.
surveillance.
AO14.2 Not applicable
Pathways allow clear sightlines in Existing pedestrian and bicycle
all directions. pathways to be retained.
PO15 AO15 Not applicable
Community activities complement, Community activities are Existing pedestrian and bicycle
and where practicable, are physically connected by a sealed pathways to be retained.
connected to other community pathway to other community
activity areas or recreation and spaces such as land in the
open space. Community facilities zone,
Recreation and Open space zone
and the Environmental
management and conservation
zone within a radius of 400
metres of the site.
Lighting AO16 Not applicable
PO16 Lighting associated with the use is Existing lighting to be
The obtrusiveness of lighting is designed, installed, operated and maintained.
minimised without unduly limiting maintained in a manner that does
the use, enjoyment or safety of not unreasonably impact on the
outdoor community activities. amenity of an adjoining
residential use.
Public toilets AO17.1 Not applicable
PO17 Public toilets are located in high
traffic areas.
Public toilets are designed and
constructed to: AO17.2 Not applicable
1. ensure the safety of all Features that may legitimise
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people using them; and loitering, such as seating or public
2. take advantage of informal telephones are not located within
surveillance from adjoining 20 metres of toilet entrances.
uses and activities,
discouraging non-legitimate AO17.3 Not applicable
uses. Entrances to public toilets are
visible from the street, footpath
and other activity areas on the
site or adjoining sites.
PO18 AO18.1 Not applicable
Development is sufficiently Buildings and structures
separated from infrastructure (including swimming pools, sheds,
including electricity infrastructure tennis courts and outbuildings)
and substations to minimise the are not constructed under
likelihood of nuisance or overhead electricity transmission
complaint. lines, or within easements.
Not applicable
AO18.2
Development adjacent to or
within 50 metres of a substation,
major electricity infrastructure or
major utility incorporates noise
attenuation measures such that
noise levels do not exceed 5db(A)
above background noise level
internal to community buildings
measured in accordance with
AS1055.
AO18.3 Not applicable
Where adjoining substations,
major electricity infrastructure or
major utilities, buildings are
orientated so that the majority of
windows and doors face away
from the infrastructure.
Child Care Centre - PO19 - P23 - Not applicable
Health Care Service - PO24 - Not applicable
Place of public workshop - PO25 - Not applicable
Community uses and clubs - PO26 - 27 - Not applicable
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