2021-11-15 GC Agenda - Item 7 - Attachment 1 - Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan

          Noosa Shire Council



  Guiding principles
  Guiding principles have been created to assist in the development of Noosa’s response to coastal
  hazards. These principles (shown below) were developed to clearly articulate how Noosa Council’s
  existing strategies and objectives apply in a coastal hazards adaptation context.

  The Noosa Environment
  1.   Adaptation does not adversely impact upon the natural assets of Noosa.
  2.   Adaptation supports the resilience of native flora and fauna, natural dune systems and beaches.
  3.	Adaptation maintains the natural landscape character of places and provides for attractive
      natural solutions that harmonise with local environmental features.

  The Noosa Community
  4.   Adaptation increases the community’s safety and resilience to risks from climate change.
  5.	Adaptation responses maintain or enhance accessibility to existing local landscapes in a way
      that does not adversely impact on natural values.
  6.	Adaptation responses seek to maintain the functionality of key community spaces where
      appropriate, though some areas may experience reduced functionality.
  7.   Adaptation responses seek to minimise disruption to the community from natural hazard events.
  8.	Adaptation planning incorporates community involvement in early planning, policy, design and
      decision making.
  9.	Adaptation considers the potential financial burden on the community in short, medium and long
      term, whilst also considering the rights and interests of individuals.

  The Noosa Economy
  10. Adaptation seeks to support the ongoing functionality of key economic zones.
  11.	Adaptation supports the goals of Council’s economic strategy where possible, including
       reducing risks to the economy, minimising future climate-related damage costs, and increasing
       opportunities for sustainable development.

  Long-term Planning for Noosa Shire
  12. Adaptation is incorporated into capital works programs, including asset designs.
  13.	Adaptation responses are flexible and adaptable over time to changing needs and new
       information, including locally-specific data and circumstances.
  14. Adaptation must be intra- and inter-generationally equitable.

  Excellence as a Council
  15.	Adaptation responses are driven by scientific evidence, risk management principles and
       community consultation with residents and businesses.
  16. Adaptation responses reduce risk and create other benefits wherever possible.
  17. Adaptation seeks to minimise future financial costs to Council.




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