Delegated Report - Code - Planning MCU25 0067 (As Published)

                       An existing sewer line passes through the frontage of the property, earthworks cut is
                       proposed to facilitate access. The proposed earthworks appears achievable, though design
                       refinement will be required during detailed design/op works to ensure appropriate
                       cover/suitable access grades.
               •       Senior Environment Officer, Development Assessment
                       The application material includes Concept Landscape Plans that generally meets the
                       requirements of the Landscape Code.
                       According to material provided, all existing vegetation within the lot requires removal.
                       Vegetation within the verge is proposed to be removed with the exception of mature trees.
                       The Arborist report (Consult Arborist, 21 October 2025) submitted with the application
                       demonstrates the two trees (Scribbly gums – Eucalyptus racemosa) located in proximity to
                       the development in the road verge and the adjacent lot/verge can be retained, subject to
                       recommendations outlined in the Arborist report. The report does make note that one of the
                       trees, located at lot 21 Bottlebrush Ave) within a retaining wall) is showing signs of
                       damage/decay to the basal trunk due to the construction/upgrades to the retaining wall.
                       Although not recommended for removal, the report states Council should monitor and
                       consider removal within the coming years. As such, it is recommended a condition be
                       included for the tree to be assessed by an arborist post construction to determine whether it
                       is safe to retain. While the Arborist report identifies this tree as being in the road reserve, it
                       appears to may be in the front setback of lot 21.
                       The site is not identified as containing areas of biodiversity significance.
                       Standard conditions have been provided.
               •       Waste Collection Officer, Community Services – there are inconsistencies in the Waste
                       Management Plan however the conclusion is adequate.
               •       Strategic Planner, Strategy and Environment – no objection to giving weight to small dwelling
                       plot ratio provision.
               6.      CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
               The proposed development generally complies with the requirements of the planning scheme and
               does not raise any significant issues that cannot be addressed by reasonable and relevant
               conditions. The application is therefore recommended for approval.
               The report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016.
               RECOMMENDATION
               With regard to Application No MCU25/0067 for a Material Change of Use - Rooming
               Accommodation situated at 23 Bottlebrush Ave Noosa Heads Qld 4567 and described as Lot 140
               RP 88934, it is recommended the application be approved in accordance with the following details
               for the Decision Notice:
               1.      APPLICATION DETAILS

                   Application No:              MCU25/0067

                   Street address:              23 Bottlebrush Ave Noosa Heads Qld 4567

                   Real property description:   Lot 140 RP 88934

                   Planning Scheme:             Noosa Plan 2020 (Amendment 2 - 25 September 2020)

               2.      DECISION DETAILS

               Council decided to issue the following type of approval:
               •       Development Permit for a Material Change of Use - Rooming Accommodation (16 units)




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Version: 14, Version Date: 13/08/2026