2019-10-08 Planning & Environment Committee Agenda

PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                  8 OCTOBER 2019


Consistent with the previous application to extend the number of gaming machines it is therefore
recommended that the condition be amended to reflect the currently approved number of gaming
machines to 210 and that the existing restriction relating to the area currently used for gaming
machines be maintained. The proposed increase in gaming machine numbers does not trigger
additional car parking as there is no increase to the gaming floor area.
The applicant’s request to remove the condition is not supported. Maintaining the condition
allows Council to regulate the area in which gaming can occur and ensure that the gaming area
remains ancillary and subordinate to the primary use being the operation of an RSL club.
Furthermore, maintaining the condition will allow for future regulation of gaming machine
numbers in the event that the changes sought under LGAQ Resolution 87 are legislated for.
4.     DRAFT PLANNING SCHEME
The draft planning scheme does not include any provisions with regards to the regulation of
gaming machines.
5.     CONSULTATION
5.1. Referral Agencies
The application was not required to be forwarded to any Referral Agency.
Contact was made with LGAQ to determine the status of Resolution 87.
6.     CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
It is concluded that while it is concerning that the RSL is continuing to increase the number of
gaming machines within the club, the proposed increase is consistent with their current state
licence. Given The Noosa Plan does not currently regulate gaming machines, it is recommended
that the condition be amended to reflect the currently approved number of gaming machines of
210 and the area currently used for gaming machines be limited to the approved area.
The applicant’s request to delete condition 3 is not supported. The current approved gaming area
is maximised, therefore maintaining the condition requires Council approval for increased gaming
machne floor area to accommodate additional machines. Furthermore, maintaining the condition
will allow for future regulation of gaming machine numbers in the event that the changes sought
under Resolution 87 are legislated for.

Departments/Sections Consulted:
   Chief Executive Officer        Community Services                      Corporate Services
     Executive Officer            Community Development                   Financial Services
     Executive Support            Community Facilities                    ICT
                                  Libraries & Galleries                   Procurement & Fleet
                                  Local Laws                              Property
                                  Waste & Environmental Health            Revenue Services

     Executive Services       x   Environment & Sustainable Development   Infrastructure Services
     Community Engagement         Building & Plumbing Services            Asset Management
     Customer Service         x   Development Assessment                  Buildings and Facilities
     Governance                   Economic Development                    Civil Operations
     People and Culture           Environmental Services                  Disaster Management
                                  Strategic Land Use Planning             Infrastructure Planning,
                                                                          Design and Delivery




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