Planning Report - 401 Sunrise Rd

6.6 Applicable Overlay Codes

The subject land is mapped by a number of overlays. However, of those on the site, the Bushfire
Hazard Overlay is the only overlay of relevance to the proposed Short-term Accommodation use
which is to be located within the existing detached dwelling.

Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code
As evidenced by Figure 8, Noosa Council’s Enterprise Mapping System identifies the site as being
affected by Bushfire Hazard Overlay. Within Part 5, Table 5.9.3 Assessment Table for Bushfire Hazard
Overlay, a Material Change of Use for a Short-term Accommodation use within an existing dwelling
house does not trigger assessment. Nevertheless, the following commentary is provided to assist
Council’s assessment.

The risk of bushfire hazard and the burden on disaster management response specialists is
minimised by the upkeep and maintenance of the property’s lawns and understorey of the
surrounding vegetation. Existing large water tanks and the swimming pool can be utilised for fighting
or watering of the property in the case of a bushfire. The proposed Short-term Accommodation use
is located within an existing dwelling, and no additional structures are proposed. Hence, the extent
and severity of potential bushfire risk has not been altered.

The property can be accessed by emergency vehicles, if required, without issue from Sunrise Road.
The risk to residents and visitors of the property is minimised and safe.




Figure 8 - Bushfire mapping.
Source: Noosa Council Online Enterprise Mapping




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