132938_FurtherAdviceResponse_2020.09.07 · 132008.1128.04

Our ref: PR132983-1




                                                   Figure 1: Site Cover Comparison
While we understand the proposed increase in site cover may be of concern to Noosa Council, the revised
design held at Attachment A is considered a positive amendment for the following reasons:
     Reduction in other key building features as a result of the proposal including reduction in peak building
      height from RL39 to RL38.9, and reduction in gross floor area by 125m2.
     Improved functionality and amenity for residents by locating beds around central living and service
      areas.
     Provides outside all weather access for most rooms.
     Improves infection control within the new facility (particularly important in light of COVID-19) in particular
      infection control lobby, open air circulation, clear paths of ‘dirty’ and ‘clean’, and contactless switches /
      sensors.
     Allows for operational efficiencies from BlueCare’s perspective with the addition of six new residential
      aged care beds.
     Far more aesthetically pleasing, subtropical building nestled within established Black Cockatoo trees
      and new complimentary landscaping – ensuring the proposal integrates seamlessly with Grasstree
      Court and provides a benchmark of design excellence for the development.
Further to the above, the proposal to amend the RAC design underwent a rigorous briefing and design
process to ensure it incorporates current best practices for aged care in Australia, directly responding to the
issues being considered through the Aged Care Commission. The design also underwent a peer review by
clinical specialists and internal review by Uniting Care Health COVID-19 taskforce.
Roof Eaves
Accompanying this response at Attachment A is an Amended Roof Plan as requested that shows the extent
of eaves as being a minimum 600mm. There is a small exception at House B on the northern edge due to
the requirement for a bushfire setback in this location. Solar protection has been addressed in terms of
vertical shading to this façade as reflected in Attachment A.




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