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BUSHFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT
AND MANAGEMENT PLAN
RESORT DRIVE, NOOSA SPRINGS,
NOOSA HEADS
LOT 6 SP178340
For
ALTUM CONSTRUCTIONS
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Document Control
Version Parenthood Authorised for Issue
No. Date Author Reviewer Name Document Status
0 03/11/2015 Julie Schubert Paula Duke Julie Schubert A
1 28/04/2016 Julie Schubert Paula Duke Julie Schubert V
2 29/04/16 Julie Schubert Paula Duke Paula Duke V
A - Approval B – Building Approval C- Construction V – Version
T – For Tender X - Information P – Preliminary
The content of this document is provided in strict commercial confidence. The
content of this document shall not be disclosed to any third party, without the
express written authority of Duke Environmental. Copyright © Duke Environmental
2016.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................5
1.1 Preamble ............................................................................................................................5
1.2 Aims ...................................................................................................................................5
1.3 Site Location ......................................................................................................................5
1.4 Site Characteristics ...........................................................................................................5
2.0 PROPOSAL DETAILS...............................................................................................................6
3.0 EXISTING GOVERNMENT INFORMATION .............................................................................6
3.1 State Government .............................................................................................................6
3.2 Local Government.............................................................................................................6
4.0 DESKTOP BUSHFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT ....................................................................7
4.1 Methodology......................................................................................................................7
4.2 Slope...................................................................................................................................7
4.3 Aspect ................................................................................................................................7
4.4 Fire History ........................................................................................................................7
4.5 Vegetation ..........................................................................................................................8
4.6 Fuel Load ...........................................................................................................................8
4.7 Predicted Fire Attack Routes and Sources.....................................................................8
5.0 FIELD BUSHFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT ...........................................................................9
5.1 Methodology......................................................................................................................9
5.2 Site Assessment ...............................................................................................................9
5.3 Additional Information – Nearest Fire Brigade .............................................................10
6.0 BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT ..............................................................................10
6.1 Bushfire Hazard Rating...................................................................................................10
6.2 Potential Fireline Intensity (State Planning Policy 2014) .............................................11
6.3 Asset Protection Zone ....................................................................................................11
7.0 RECOMMENDATIONS............................................................................................................12
8.0 CONCLUSIONS .......................................................................................................................13
9.0 LIMITATIONS OF THIS STUDY ..............................................................................................14
10.0 CLOSURE ................................................................................................................................14
11.0 REFERENCES .........................................................................................................................15
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APPENDICES
APPENDIX A Drawings
Duke Environmental Drawing DE1345/01
Blackburne Jackson Design Drawing 7043-DA02-09
APPENDIX B Site Photographs
APPENDIX C State Government Mapping
Regional Ecosystem Mapping
State Planning Policy Bushfire Hazard Areas Mapping
APPENDIX D Local Government Information
Noosa Plan Zoning Overlay
Noosa Plan Bushfire Hazard Overlay
Noosa Plan Biodiversity Overlay
Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code Response
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Preamble
Duke Environmental was commissioned by Altum Constructions to undertake this
Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management Plan. This document has been
prepared to accompany a development application.
This Assessment and Management Plan has been compiled generally in accordance
with relevant aspects of the Natural Hazards Overlay Code of the Noosa Plan,
specifically Table 13.9 Bushfire hazard areas and the State Planning Policy (2014).
1.2 Aims
The aims of this study were to:
1) Provide assessment of the subject site with specific reference to Bushfire Hazard
Issues;
2) Provide discussion with regard to the Local and State Legislation.
Specific objectives involved the following:
- Site Assessment (vegetation communities/types);
- Desktop research (existing available government and other information); and
- State and Local Government agency consultation.
1.3 Site Location
The site is located at Resort Drive, Noosa Springs, Noosa Heads and is described as
Lot 6 SP178340 (Precinct E2). The site is located approximately 2.5kms south of
Noosa Heads. Noosa Springs Golf and Spa resort is located to the north-west of the
site on Resort Drive. Residential units are located opposite the site to the west on
Resort Drive, with the golf fairways located behind these buildings. A dedicated but
unformed road reserve separates the site from Noosa National Park on the southern
boundary of the site. A Council Environmental Park adjoins the site to the east.
Refer Duke Environmental Drawing DE1345/01 for Site Locality and Aerial
Photograph.
1.4 Site Characteristics
The site has been historically cleared and is dominated by regrowth with a few
remnant species of Lophostemon confertus, Corymbia intermedia and Callitris
columellaris. The site slopes from the west at 10m to the east at 30m. Lot 7 on
SP178340 to the north of the site has also been subject to historical clearing with the
largest expanse of vegetation dominated by remnant Allocasuarina littoralis and
Lophostemon confertus in the northern corner of the site. This lot has been subject to
historical sand mining and slopes from 12m to 15m in the centre of the site, before
rising steeply to 30m. The site area of Lot 6 is approximately 1.18ha.
Refer Duke Environmental Drawing 1345/01 for Site Locality and Aerial Photograph
and Appendix B for Site Photographs.
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2.0 PROPOSAL DETAILS
The proposal consists of an application for development of Precinct E2. Preliminary plans
indicate Precinct E2 will contain 42 units within seven (7) buildings, associated roads and
infrastructure.
The adjoining Lot 7 described as Precinct F will contain 155 units with associated
infrastructure, cafe and pools. Precinct F is subject to a separate approval.
Refer Blackburne Jackson Drawing 7043-DA02-09 included in Appendix A for details.
3.0 EXISTING GOVERNMENT INFORMATION
A desktop survey was performed to collate existing government information relevant to the
proposal and this assessment. The following information was found to be applicable.
3.1 State Government
3.1.1 Regional Ecosystems
Regional Ecosystem mapping for the subject site indicates the presence of
R.E. 12.2.5 (Corymbia intermedia +/- Lophostemon confertus +/- Banksia spp.
+/- Callitris columellaris open forest on beach ridges usually on southern half
of bioregion) within the northern section of the site. The balance of the site is
mapped as Category X – vegetation not regulated under the VMA.
Refer Appendix C for Regional Ecosystems Mapping and details.
3.1.2 State Planning Policy
State Planning Policy interactive mapping indicates the northern section of Lot
7 contains an area of high potential bushfire intensity. This area correlates to
the mapped regional ecosystem. Lot 6 contains an area of very high potential
bushfire intensity central to the site, adjoining an area of high intensity in the
eastern section.
Refer Appendix C for copy of State Planning Policy bushfire hazard mapping.
3.2 Local Government
3.2.1 Local Authority Planning Scheme
The site is designated as “Semi-Attached Housing” under the Noosa Plan
zoning overlay.
Refer Appendix D for Local Authority Information.
3.2.2 Local Authority Bushfire Hazard Overlay
In accordance with the Noosa Plan Bushfire and Acid Sulfate Soils Overlay,
the site is mapped as Medium Bushfire Hazard area.
As the subject site is currently mapped under the Bushfire Hazard Overlay,
the Specific Outcomes under Table 13.9 of the overlay code are addressed in
Appendix D.
Also refer Appendix D for Local Authority Information, including excerpts from
relevant maps.
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3.2.3 Local Authority Biodiversity Overlay
Under the Noosa Plan Biodiversity overlay, the majority of the site is mapped
as Environmental Enhancement Area. Clearing of vegetation for the purposes
of an asset protection zone may require a response to the Biodiversity Code.
Refer Appendix D for Local Authority Information.
4.0 DESKTOP BUSHFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT
4.1 Methodology
Duke Environmental performed a Desktop Assessment of the site in terms of bushfire
hazard, relevant to the proposal. The site was assessed, generally against the
following criteria:
Slope;
Aspect;
Vegetation;
Fire History; and
Predicted fire attack sources.
Methodology was generally based on established best practice Bushfire Management
Guidelines and the requirements of the Noosa Plan Planning Scheme Policy 1 –
Information Council May Request. Additionally, calculations were undertaken in
accordance with State Planning Policy – state interest technical manual, Natural
Hazards, Risk and Resilience, A “fit for purpose” approach in undertaking natural
hazard studies and risk assessments.
4.2 Slope
Slope for various areas throughout the site was calculated using a generic “rise over
run” method, whereby vertical distance is calculated as a percentage of horizontal
distance, using a scaled plan with 1m contour intervals. The slope averages 15% (9
degrees) for Precinct E2 (Lot 6) and varies between 8% and 14% (8 degrees max) for
Precinct F (Lot 7) to the north.
Refer Blackburne Jackson Drawing 7038-PD01 included in Appendix A for details.
4.3 Aspect
Lot 6 has a westerly aspect. It is noted that the adjoining Lot 7 varies from south-west
to west.
4.4 Fire History
Anecdotal evidence was obtained via telephone conversation on 21 October 2015
with Mr Brian Riley from Noosa Heads Fire Station.
Mr Riley advised that no fires have been recorded in the location of the site for the
past 6-7 years. He did advise however, the site has the potential for fire due to the
neighbouring National Park and Council Environmental Park. Mr Riley also advised
there was a fire in the National Park behind the sewerage treatment plant
approximately 2-3 years ago.
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Information was also obtained from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service via email
dated 21 October 2015. Mr John McQueeney, Acting Ranger in Charge, advised the
last wildfire in the Noosa National Park was in 2014. Fires in the park have also
occurred in 1992, 1996 and 2008. Due to the vegetation type, fires in the area
experience very high intensity. There are no approved planned burns scheduled for
the section of Noosa National Park bordering the site.
4.5 Vegetation
The site is mapped as R.E. 12.2.5 (Corymbia intermedia +/- Lophostemon confertus
+/- Banksia spp. +/- Callitris columellaris open forest on beach ridges usually on
southern half of bioregion) within the northern section of the site. The balance of the
site is mapped as Category X – vegetation not regulated under the VMA.
Refer Regional Ecosystem Mapping in Appendix C for details.
4.6 Fuel Load
Fuel Loads described within Planning for Bushfire Protection (NSW Rural Fire
Service, 2006) have been adopted in order to facilitate predictive bushfire modelling
calculations. Table A2.1 (Planning for Bushfire Protection, NSW Rural Fire Service,
2006) provides estimated fuel loads based upon common vegetation formations. The
following formation class has been deemed the most appropriate and has been
extracted from the above document:
Table 4.1
Extract from Table A2.1 - Planning for Bushfire Protection, NSW Rural Fire
Service, 2006
Formation Class Formation Description F (r) / F(t)* (t/ha)
Dry sclerophyll forests (open Dominated by eucalypts 10-30m tall 20/25
forest) with crown that touch or overlap.
Prominent layer of hard leaves
shrubs. Understorey dominated by
shrubs. Sparse groundcover
comprised mainly of hard leaved
sedges. Found on sandy infertile
soils on exposed sites.
*Fuel Loads are expressed as fuels contributing to rates of spread (F(r)) and total fuel loads (F(t)) that
contribute to intensity.
Also refer Section 5.2.1 for on-site assessment of fuel loads.
4.7 Predicted Fire Attack Routes and Sources
According to the Noosa Plan Bushfire Overlay, medium fire danger vegetation covers
the site and surrounding allotments.
Fire attack from the national park to the south and east is possible. The woody
vegetation in these areas appears to be dominated by Lophostemon confertus and
Callitris columellaris with occasional emergent Eucalypt spp. These areas are
bounded by short heath/wetland vegetation. Fire attack from the west is unlikely due
to current development and the golf fairways.
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5.0 FIELD BUSHFIRE HAZARD ASSESSMENT
5.1 Methodology
Methodology was generally based on established best practice Bushfire Management
Guidelines.
5.2 Site Assessment
Duke Environmental performed a Site Assessment on 19 October 2015 for
approximately two (2) hours over the site and adjoining Precinct F (Lot 7).
Methodology employed was aimed at providing a field based assessment of the site in
terms of bushfire hazard, relevant to the proposal. The site was assessed, generally
against the following criteria:
Estimated Fuel Load (t/ha);
Slope;
Aspect; and
Vegetation.
5.2.1 Estimated Fuel Load (t/ha)
Fuel loads were estimated within the various vegetation communities present
on the site. Methodology employed has been adopted from the South East
Queensland Biodiversity Consortium Fire Management Operation Manual
2002 (FMOM). Table 5.1 below summarises estimated fuel loads adopted for
vegetation on the site.
Table 5.1
Estimated Fuel Loads
Equivalent
Vegetation Equivalent Fuel
Component Fuel Load*
Community Hazard Rating
(t/ha)
Bark High 2
Open Forest Elevated Moderate 0
RE 12.2.5 Surface High 10
Combined High 12
* Refer Section 6.1 for fuel hazard assessment details
Although the level of leaf litter (surface fuel) varied throughout the site, a “high”
fuel hazard rating has been applied as a conservative measure.
5.2.2 Slope
The site assessment confirms the general details of the desktop assessment
regarding slope. The site was observed with topography generally analogous
with Rolling Hills (>10% to 20%) on the site and Undulating (>5% to 10%) to
Rolling Hills (>10% to 20%) on adjoining Lot 7.
5.2.3 Aspect
Site assessment confirms that the building envelope is characterised by a
westerly aspect.
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5.2.4 Vegetation
The desktop assessment for vegetation has been generally confirmed by the
site assessment with the understorey dominated by heath and low grass
species.
Vegetated areas are dominated by Lophostemon confertus and Callitris
columellaris, with heath and grass species dominating the understorey. Areas
of the site subject to historical clearing are dominated by C. columellaris and
L. confertus regrowth and heath species. Due to the historical clearing, the site
does not conform to the SPP mapping of Very High Potential Bushfire
Intensity as this area is largely dominated by shrubby regrowth.
Previously cleared areas of adjoining Lot 7 were dominated by weed species
including Sphagneticola trilobata (Singapore daisy), Pteridium esculentum
(bracken), Lycopersicon sp. (tomato plants), Lantana Camara (lantana) and
grass species. Vegetated areas were dominated by C. columellaris and L.
confertus with Allocasuarina littoralis and Banksia sp.
Evidence of historical burns was observed on the bark of several mature trees
within the Council Environmental Park bordering the access track on the
eastern boundary. The remnants of a small fire, less than 1m 2, were noted at
the junction of the Pubic Carpark on Resort Drive and the sand track
bordering the eastern boundary.
5.3 Additional Information – Nearest Fire Brigade
The nearest fire station is located at Noosa Heads, approximately 3km to the north of
the site.
6.0 BUSHFIRE BEHAVIOUR ASSESSMENT
6.1 Bushfire Hazard Rating
In accordance with Noosa Plan Planning Scheme Policy 1 hazard scores have been
calculated based on Appendix 3 of the superseded State Planning Policy 1/03
Guideline: Mitigating the Adverse Impacts of Flood, Bushfire and Landslide
(SPP1/03). As the site vegetation does not conform to the vegetation communities
within Table A3.1, Grassy eucalypt and acacia forest, exotic pine plantations, cypress
pine forest, wallum heath has been selected as the most representative. This also
correlates with the hazard score assigned within the Noosa Shire Bushland Fire
Management Plan for R.E. 12.2.5, which surrounds the site to the south and east.
Table 6.1
Hazard Rating Precinct E2
Hazard Factors Hazard
Score
Grassy eucalypt, wallum heath 6
Slope – Rolling Hills (>10% to 20%) 3
Aspect – West 2
Total Hazard Score 11
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In accordance with Table A3.4 of the superseded SPP 1/03, the site is subject to a
Medium severity of bushfire hazard.
6.2 Potential Fireline Intensity (State Planning Policy 2014)
As the current mapping within the Noosa Plan does not reflect the updated State
Planning Policy mapping, calculations to determine the Potential Fireline Intensity and
associated hazard score have been undertaken in accordance with State Planning
Policy – state interest technical manual, Natural Hazards, Risk and Resilience, A “fit
for purpose” approach in undertaking natural hazard studies and risk assessments.
This hazard score is calculated as follows:
Vegetation Hazard Class 4 – Heath communities – PFL = 27 t/ha
Note that the heath community has been selected as this community surrounds the site and
has a higher hazard rating than the site vegetation.
FFDI = 40
Slope = 9 degrees
PFI = 0.62 x 272 x 40 x exp(0.069 x 9)
PFI = 33,641kW/m, High Hazard.
6.3 Asset Protection Zone
The Asset Protection Zone (APZ) or setback/safety buffer is land adjacent to the
hazardous vegetation that provides a firebreak to the development.
In accordance with the Noosa Plan Part 13 - Overlays, Table 13.9 Bushfire Hazard
Area, Section 13.34 Siting, design and construction; Probable Solution S7.1 states
that a setback distance from hazardous vegetation of 1.5 times the predominant
mature canopy tree height or 10m, whichever is the greater, is required.
According to detailed survey the predominant mature canopy tree height for the
vegetation adjoining the eastern and southern boundaries is approximately 13m.
Therefore, a separation distance of 19.5m would be required between the habitable
structures and the hazardous vegetation, in accordance with the Code’s Probable
Solution. Refer to Vegetation Management Plan prepared by JFP for details on tree
locations and building setback distances.
We understand a separation distance between the development and the tree canopy
of a minimum of 13m is proposed for the development which comprises private
access road, landscaping areas and pedestrian footpath. In accordance with the
Australian Standard AS3959-2009 Construction of buildings in bushfire-prone areas,
Table 2.4.5 (FDI 40), a separation distance of 15m would require the elevations of
buildings bordering the Environmental Park (eastern boundary) and National Park
(southern boundary) to be constructed to a level to meet BAL-29. Required
construction levels should be confirmed with a Building Certifier prior to construction.
6.3.1 Bushfire Attack Discussion
The proposed minimum 13m setback distances for the proposed development
should provide adequate protection for buildings from potential fire attack. As
stated in the Australian Standard AS3959-2009 – Construction of buildings in
bushfire-prone areas, there is no guarantee that the building will survive every
bushfire event due to extreme weather conditions and the unpredictable
behaviour and nature of fire.
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The proposed minimum 13 m setback is considered appropriate for this site
based on the following:
The separation distance is calculated from the edge of the tree canopy
and some of the trees may require removal to facilitate the
development, thereby increasing the setback distance;
Construction of buildings will be in accordance with BAL-29 to
minimise potential impact from bushfire;
The proposed layout provides for a direct access route for evacuation
of the site to Resort Drive;
It is understood that the applicant is required to install eight (8) fire
hydrants as part of the development of this site and Precinct F (the
adjoining Lot 7). A bond of $189,000.00 is being held by Council for
this purpose;
Resort Drive will facilitate safe evacuation from the site if required, as
this road is bordered by the golf course to the west and leads away
from hazardous vegetation;
A bushfire management and evacuation plan has been prepared for
the site by Altum Constructions; and
A fire retardant hedge barrier is proposed along the southern
boundary of the site and will be maintained by the Body Corporate Site
Manager.
We consider bushfire prevention measures recommended in Section 7.0 of
this report to provide a level of protection to protect life and property on the
subject site.
7.0 RECOMMENDATIONS
We recommend the proposal be approved, in accordance with the proposed minimum 13m
separation distance. In addition we provide the following recommendations for the proposal:
The minimum 13m separation distance (Asset Protection Zones) described in
Section 6.2 of this report to be provided between structures and the canopy of
adjoining vegetation.
Asset Protection Zones are to be maintained to reduce fuel loads and prevent
regrowth of woody vegetation. In this manner adequate access for firefighting
purposes can be achieved.
Provision of fire hydrants on internal roads for access by firefighting services.
Landscaping is not to include plantings of eucalypt and other flammable species.
Plantings should generally involve local providence species with low fire risk. A
mowed grass buffer/setback between buildings and areas of vegetation is also
recommended.
Garden mulch applied in landscaped areas is to incorporate non-flammable material
such as pebbles or stone. Flammable mulch such as pine mulch or forest mulch is
not to be used, particularly within 5m of any structure.
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Implementation of the Bushfire Management and Evacuation Plan prepared for the
site by Altum Constructions.
The following Body Corporate / Site Manager responsibilities be included in the
Community Management Statement for the development to further manage bushfire
risk:
a) Induction of staff to ensure awareness of Bushfire and Evacuation
Management Plan requirements;
b) Review the Bushfire and Evacuation Management Plan document
annually at the Body Corporate AGM with any changes to be made as
required;
c) Maintain all common landscape areas including:
Removal of combustible matter including leaves
Any new planting within the common areas must use fire retardant
species in accordance with the approved Vegetation Management
Plan.
Inspect the fire retardant hedge barrier every 3 months and replace
any die-back.
d) Maintain a register of mobile phone numbers of owners and tenants and
provide an automated text message service to alert all residents and
tenants in the event of fire.
e) Conduct tests and inspections of fire alarms in accordance with the
requirements of the Australian Standard 1851-2012 Routine service of
fire protection systems and equipment.
f) Conduct tests and maintenance on fire hydrants in accordance with
AS1851-2012.
8.0 CONCLUSIONS
Duke Environmental was commissioned by Altum Constructions to undertake this Bushfire
Hazard Assessment and Management Plan. The site is located at Resort Drive, Noosa Heads
and is described as Lot 6 SP178340.
The proposal consists of an application for a residential development comprising a total of 42
units with associated roads and infrastructure. The site was observed with topography
analogous with Rolling Hills (>10% to 20%).
Generally, based on the hazard scores we calculate the position of part of the development to
represent a high risk for bushfire attack, due to the site topography in this location and the
neighbouring National Park.
The predominant mature canopy tree height for the mapped hazardous vegetation
surrounding the proposed development is approximately 13m. The proposed building
envelopes allow a minimum 13m buffer to the canopy of this vegetation. The development on
site should include the removal of all hazardous vegetation and surface fuels on the site.
Based on the above assessment it is considered that the proposal be approved subject to the
recommendations in Section 7.0 of this report.
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9.0 LIMITATIONS OF THIS STUDY
This study has been tailored to investigate issues at the area of interest, being Lot 6
SP178340, Resort Drive, Noosa Heads.
We consider that the study accurately reflects the status of environmental issues for the
proposed development at the time the study was undertaken. As stated in the Australian
Standard AS3959-2009:
“there is no guarantee that buildings will survive a bushfire event on every
occasion. This is substantially due to the unpredictable nature and behaviour
of fire and extreme weather conditions”
This report has been undertaken for the specific purposes of Altum Constructions, as detailed
in our correspondence to them, and is solely for the use of Altum Constructions.
This report is only to be used in full, and may not be used to support objectives other than
those set out herein, except where written approval, with comments, are provided by Duke
Environmental.
Duke Environmental accept no responsibility for the accuracy of information supplied to them
by second and third parties.
10.0 CLOSURE
Should further information be required please contact our office.
Julie Schubert Paula Duke
BEnvSc (in progress) MEIANZ MEngSc BAppSc(Chem) PGDipEd CEnv MEIANZ
Environmental Technician Director
For Duke Environmental For Duke Environmental
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11.0 REFERENCES
1. Australian Standard, 2009. Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas
AS3959-2009.
2. Noosa Council, 2006. Noosa Shire Bushland Fire Management Plan,
Environmental Services Section – Noosa Shire Council.
3. NSW Rural Fire Service, 2006. Planning for Bushfire Protection 2006.
4. Southeast Queensland Fire and Biodiversity Consortium, 2002. Fire Management
Operational Manual – Guidelines for planning and conducting fuel reduction and
ecological burns on your property. Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service.
5. State of Queensland (2014). State Planning Policy – state interest technical
manual, Natural Hazards, Risk and Resilience, A “fit for purpose” approach in
undertaking natural hazard studies and risk assessments.
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Site Photographs as at 19 October 2015
P1 – Looking north-east across Lot 6 P2 – Looking south from Lot 6
P3 – Looking east on Lot 6 P4 – Looking into Council Land from track on
eastern boundary.
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Lot: 7 Plan: SP178340
507000 507250 507500 507750 508000 508250 508500 508750 509000 509250 509500 509750 510000 510250 510500 510750
160415 189°420° 150°4 18°50 180°515E 189°590°E 159°845°= 189°60°E 152°615°
Legend Disclaimer:
CI totana es While every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of this product, the
ee ae Department of Natural Resources and Mines makes no representations
Category A area (Vegetation offsets/compliance notices/VDecs) or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness or suitability
for any particular purpose and disclaims all responsibility and all liability
|| Category B area (Remnant vegetation) {including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses,
[J category ¢ area (High-value regrowth vegetation) Government damages (including indirect or consequential damage) and costs which you
no a might incurr as a result of the product being inaccurate or incomplete in
ategory R area (Reef regrowth watercourse vegetation}
gory at 9 LocaLiTy o1GRAM any Way and for any reason
[_} category x area (Vegetation not regulated under the VMA)
Water
Area not categorised
Cadastral line
Property boundaries shown are
provided as a locational aid only
‘Additional information required for the assessment of vegetation values
is provided in the accompanying “Vegetation Management Supporting map’.
For further information go to the web site: wwnw.dnrm.qid.gov.au or contact
the Department of Natural Resources and Mines.
Digital data for the regulated vegetation management map is available from the
Queensland Spatial Portal at http:/vww.information.qld.gov.au/
This map is updated on a monthly basis to ensure new PMAVs are
included as they are approved
° 200 400 600 800 1,000 m
This product is projected into:
GDA 1994 MGA Zone 56
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19/10/2015 07:38:26 Lot: 7 Plan: SP178340 Page 2 [OCR of page images] 19/10/2015 07:38:26 Lot: 7 Plan: SP178340 507000 507250 507500 507750 508000 508250 508500 508750 509000 509250 1 1 509500 508750 510000 510250 510500 510750 1 1 1 1 7077750 ‘072000 7078250 7078500 7078750 7079000 7079250 7079800 7077500 1 7 6095 rx —— a 72228 S Z A2aisi2212 70130 S - N229 262418 2e-2430°S L per2eas's \ 1 2s-250°S fi 2515S 2: Sal 7077250 7077000 1625308 7076600 7076750 7076250 2845S 26260'S 153°415°E 152°4'30°E 159°445°E 1s2°50'E 160°S15E 159°50°E 152°545°E 15°60 150015 Vegetation Management Supporting Map Legend (NOU OG Y A Lot and Plan Category A or B area containing endangered regional ecosystems Category A or B area containing of concern regional ecosystems Category A or B area that is a least concern regional ecosystem Category A or B area containing remnant vegetation Category A or B area under Section 204H These areas are edged in yellow and filed with the remnant RE Status Category C area containing endangered regional ecosystems Category C area containing of concern regional ecosystems. Category C area that is a least concern regional ecosystem Category C area containing high value regrowth vegetation Category C area under Section 20AI ‘These areas are edged in purple and filed with the remnant RE Status Non Remnant Water Wetland on the vegetation management wetlands map Essential habitat on the essential habitat map Essential habitat species record Watercourse on the vegetation management watercourse and drainage feature map (Stream order shown as black number against stream where available) Roads National Parks, State Forest and other reserves Cadastral line Property boundaries shown are provided as a locational aid only Queensland Government LOCALITY DIAGRAM o 150300450600 750m This product is projected into: GDA 1994 MGA Zone 56 Labels for Essential Habitat are centred on the area of enquiry. Regional ecosystem linework has been compiled at a scale of 1:100 000. ‘except in designated areas where a compilation scale of 1:50 000 is, available. Linework should be used as a guide only. The positional accuracy of RE data mapped at a scale of 1:100 000 is +/- 100 metres. Disclaimer: While every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of this product, the Department of Natural Resources and Mines makes no representations or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness or suitability for any particular purpose and disclaims all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses, damages (including indirect or consequential damage) and costs which you might incurr as a result of the product being inaccurate or incomplete in any way and for any reason Additional information may be required for the purposes of land clearing or assessment of a regional ecosystem map or PMAV applications. For further information go to the web site: www.dnrm.qid.gov.au or contact the Department of Natural Resources and Mines. Digital data for the vegetation management watercourse and drainage feature map, vegetation management wetlands map, essential habitat map and the vegetation management remnant and regional ecosystem map are available from the Queensland Spatial Portal at http:/;www.information. qld.gov.au! © The State of Queensland (Department of Natural Resources and Mines), 2015 Page 2
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Vegetation Management Act 1999 - Extract from the essential habitat database
Essential habitat is required for assessment under the:
• State Development Assessment Provisions - Module 8: Native vegetation clearing which sets out the matters of interest to the state for development assessment under the Sustainable Planning
Act 2009; and
• Self-assessable vegetation clearing codes made under the Vegetation Management Act 1999
Essential habitat for one or more of the following species is found on and within 1.1 km of the identified subject lot/s or on and within 2.2 km of an identified coordinate on the accompanying essential habitat
map.
This report identifies essential habitat in Category A, B and Category C areas.
The numeric labels on the essential habitat map can be cross referenced with the database below to determine which essential habitat factors might exist for a particular species.
Essential habitat is compiled from a combination of species habitat models and buffered species records.
The Department of Natural Resources and Mines website (http://www.dnrm.qld.gov.au) has more information on how the layer is applied under the State Development Assessment Provisions - Module 8:
Native vegetation clearing and the Vegetation Management Act 1999.
Regional ecosystem is a mandatory essential habitat factor, unless otherwise stated.
Essential habitat, for protected wildlife, means a category A area, a category B area or category C area shown on the regulated vegetation management map-
1) (a) that has at least 3 essential habitat factors for the protected wildlife that must include any essential habitat factors that are stated as mandatory for the protected wildlife in the essential habitat
database; or
2) (b) in which the protected wildlife, at any stage of its life cycle, is located.
Essential habitat identifies endangered or vulnerable native wildlife prescribed under the Nature Conservation Act 1994.
Essential habitat in Category A and B (Remnant vegetation species record) areas:1100m Species Information
(no results)
Essential habitat in Category A and B (Remnant vegetation species record) areas:1100m Regional Ecosystems Information
(no results)
Essential habitat in Category A and B (Remnant vegetation) areas:1100m Species Information
Label Scientific Name Common Name NCA Status Vegetation Community Altitude Soils Position in
Landscape
609 Litoria freycineti Wallum Rocketfrog V Vegetation community is a mandatory essential habitat factor for Sea level to 200m. Sandy and alluvial None
this species. Freshwater acidic swamps/lagoons (permanent or substrates.
temporary still water) dominated by sedges (e.g. Baumea and
Eleocharis spp.) in heathland (e.g. Banksia/Xanthorrhoea), wallum
(Banksia aemula shrubland/woodland) or Melaleuca open forest
(e.g. M. quinquenervia), and adjacent Eucalyptus racemosa forest,
also found around acidic coastal lakes; on sand and sandstone;
can be found well away from water during non-breeding season.
1135 Pezoporus wallicus Ground Parrot V Lowland dry and wet heathland (0.25-1.5m high, diverse shrubs, Sea level to 200m. Sand and clay Plains and flats.
wallicus sedges & rushes), sedgeplain and sedgeland (excl. permanent substrates.
waterbodies); rarely in adjacent Banksia (wallum), Hakea or
Melaleuca shrubland/woodland with heath understorey.
686 Crinia tinnula Wallum Froglet V Vegetation community is a mandatory essential habitat factor for Sea level to 200m. Sandy and None
this species. Permanent to ephemeral acidic (pH 4.3 - 5.2), soft sandy-alluvial
freshwater in Melaleuca (e.g. M. quinquenervia) swamps, substrates.
sedgeland, wet and dry heathland (e.g. Banksia robur,
Xanthorrhoea) and wallum (Banksia aemula shrubland/woodland)
areas coastal lowlands on sand or sandstone, occasionally in
adjacent open forest/woodland (e.g. Eucalyptus racemosa,
Corymbia citriodora) with heathy understorey; known to persist in
small remnants (<10ha); may be found well away from water.
593 Litoria Wallum Sedgefrog V Vegetation community is a mandatory essential habitat factor for Sea level to 200m. Sandy substrates. Near/in
olongburensis this species. Well vegetated permanent to ephemeral freshwater waterbodies.
swamp, sedgeland, lake or creek, e.g. dense reed beds (including
Baumea, Restio spp.) occasionally with Melaleuca quinquenervia
or Callistemon pachyphyllus, acidic wallum swamps and wallum
creeks on coastal sand masses; most abundant in wallum (Banksia
aemula) swamps that seasonally flood where they are found
year-round; recorded in adjacent wet heath, dry heath, Gahnia
heath and Melaleuca swamp forest/open forest.
Essential habitat in Category A and B (Remnant vegetation) areas:1100m Regional Ecosystems Information
Label Regional Ecosystem (this is a mandatory essential habitat factor, unless otherwise stated)
609 12.2.2, 12.2.5, 12.2.7, 12.2.12, 12.2.13, 12.2.15, 12.3.4, 12.3.5, 12.3.6, 12.3.12, 12.3.13, 12.5.4, 12.5.9, 12.9-10.10,
12.9-10.22. These regional ecosystems are not a mandatory essential habitat factor for this species.
1135 12.2.12, 12.2.13, 12.2.15, 12.3.13, 12.5.9, 12.9-10.22
686 12.2.5, 12.2.7, 12.2.9, 12.2.10, 12.2.12, 12.2.15, 12.3.4, 12.3.5, 12.3.6, 12.3.12, 12.3.14, 12.5.10. These regional
ecosystems are not a mandatory essential habitat factor for this species.
593 12.2.5, 12.2.7, 12.2.12, 12.2.15. These regional ecosystems are not a mandatory essential habitat factor for this species.
Essential habitat in Category C (High value regrowth vegetation) areas:1100m Species Information
(no results)
Essential habitat in Category C (High value regrowth vegetation) areas:1100m Regional Ecosystems Information
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State Planning Policy
Date: 28/09/2015
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Department of
Local government development assessment
Infrastructure, Local 0 70 140 210 280
Disclaimer:
This map has been prepared with due care based on the best available information at the time of publication. The State of
Government and Planning Metres
Queensland holds no responsibility for any errors, inconsistencies or omissions within this document. Any decisions made by
other parties based on this document are solely the responsibility of those parties.
© The State of Queensland 2015.
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Drawn Polygon Layer
Override 1
Cadastre (5k)
Cadastre (5k)
Bushfire hazard area (Bushfire prone area)
Very High Potential Bushfire Intensity
High Potential Bushfire Intensity
Medium Potential Bushfire Intensity
Potential Impact Buffer
Department of
State Planning Policy Date: 28/09/2015
Infrastructure, Local Local government development assessment
Disclaimer:
Government and Planning
This map has been prepared with due care based on the best available information at the time of publication. The State of
Queensland holds no responsibility for any errors, inconsistencies or omissions within this document. Any decisions made by
other parties based on this document are solely the responsibility of those parties.
© The State of Queensland 2015.
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Noosa Plan
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Noosa Plan
Bushfire Hazard Overlay Map OM6.4
Subject Site
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Noosa Plan
Biodiversity Overlay Map OM6.1
Subject Site
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Extract from Noosa Plan
Section 13.31 Specific outcomes for the Natural Hazards Overlay Code
Table 13.9 Bushfire hazard areas
Column 1 Column 2 Column 3
Specific Outcomes Probable solutions Response
13.33 Effects of use and works
New Uses S4.1 The use is sited on The site is mapped under the
O4 The proposed use does land that is not in a Noosa Plan as Medium bushfire
not compromise the safety Medium or High Bushfire hazard area, however the site
or people or property from Hazard Area; has largely been cleared of
bushfire. OR mature vegetation and the
S4.2 The use is sited on majority of site vegetation will be
land that is determined as cleared to facilitate the
low bushfire risk by a site development.
specific bushfire hazard
assessment. Proposed buildings A, B and C
will be located in areas of low
hazard. Buildings D, E, F and G
which border the surrounding
vegetation are required to be set
back 19.5m (1.5 times the
predominant height of the
mature tree canopy). We
understand a minimum setback
distance of 13m will be available
with building construction to
comply with BAL29, to protect
property. A Bushfire
Management and Evacuation
Plan has been prepared for the
site to facilitate safe evacuation
in the event of an emergency.
Protection of S5.1 Community Uses Not applicable – residential
Infrastructure and and Infrastructure Uses development
Community Uses are not located in a High
O5 Community uses and or Medium Bushfire
Infrastructure Uses, Hazard Area identified on
including that identified Overlay maps OM1.4 to
below, are able to function OM9.4;
effectively during and OR
immediately after bushfire S5.2 Building work will not
events- involve more than an
a) Emergency service additional 20m2 of gross
facilities; floor area to an existing
b) Hospitals; building;
c) Education Type 4 uses, OR
including stores for S5.3 Where located in a
valuable records or items of High or Medium Bushfire
historic or cultural Hazard Area identified on
significance; and Overlay Maps OM1.4 to
d) Service and utility uses, OM9.4, uses are designed
including electricity to function effectively
substations, major electrical during and immediately
depots and water treatment after bushfire events.
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plants.
Hazardous Materials S6.1 Hazardous material Not applicable – proposed
O6 Public safety and the are not manufactured and development is residential
environment are not stored on site.
adversely affected by the
detrimental impacts of
bushfire on hazardous
materials manufactured or
stored in bulk.
13.34 Siting, design and construction
O7 Uses and works S7.1 Uses and works Proposed buildings A, B and C
including building works are including building works will be located in areas of low
site, designed and are sited- hazard. Buildings D, E, F and G
constructed to- a) on lots greater than which border the surrounding
a) minimise the number of 2500m2; vegetation are required to be set
people ad property subject i) in locations of lowest back 19.5m (1.5 times the
to bushfire risk; and hazard within the lot; predominant height of the
b) maximise the protection f and mature tree canopy).
people and property during ii) to achieve setbacks
the passage of a fire front. from hazardous However a minimum separation
vegetation of 1.5times distance of 13m is considered
the predominant appropriate for the site based on
mature tree canopy the following:
height or 10m
whichever is the Construction of buildings
greater: and will be in accordance with
iii) 10m from any BAL-29 to minimise potential
retained vegetation impact from bushfire;
strips or small areas of
vegetation; and The proposed layout
iv) so that the elements provides for a direct access
of the development route for evacuation of the site
least susceptible to fire to Resort Drive;
are sited closest to the
bushfire hazard; It is understood that the
b) on lots 2500m2 or less applicant is required to install
– to maximise setbacks eight (8) fire hydrants as part
from hazardous of the development of this site
vegetation. and Precinct F (the adjoining
Lot 7). A bond of $189,000.00
is being held by Council for
this purpose; and
Resort Drive will facilitate
safe evacuation from the site if
required, as this road is
bordered by the golf course to
the west and leads away from
hazardous vegetation.
A Bushfire Management
and Evacuation Plan has been
prepared for the site.
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13.35 Water supply for fire fighting
O8 An adequate and S8.1 For premises not in a The development will be
accessible water supply is water service area – each connected to a reticulated water
provided for fire fighting lot has an accessible da, supply.
purposes swimming pool or water
tank accessible by the fire
brigade tat contains at
least 5000 litres of water.
13.36 Vehicle access and fire trails
Firebreaks and fire S9.1 Firebreaks are Internal access roads within the
access tracks provided by – proposed development will
O9 Firebreaks or fire a) a cleared road reserve provide vehicle access to the
access tracks provide – not less than 20m wide majority of the perimeter
a) adequate access for located around the between buildings and
firefighting and other perimeter of the hazardous vegetation. The
emergency vehicles: and development; roads will be formed pavement
b) adequate width to OR and provide passing and
minimise the risk of fire b) fire access tracks turnaround areas.
crossover. between the development
and surrounding vegetated
lands that –
i) are a minimum cleared
width of 6m;
ii) have a maximum grade
of 1 in 8 (12.5%);
iii) have a formed
pavement;
iv) have access at each
end and in other locations
where necessary;
v) have passing areas and
turning areas;
vi) have clearly identified
access points for
emergency vehicles; and
vii) are located on public
land or within access
easements that are
granted in favour of the
Sunshine Coast Regional
Council (sic) and the
Queensland Fire and
Rescue Service.
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