2022-08-09 Planning & Environment Meeting Agenda

PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                          9 AUGUST 2022


 1)      the purpose of the Rural residential zone is to provide for residential uses and activities on
         large lots, including lots for which Council has not provided infrastructure and services.
         (a)        The Rural residential zone provides a high level of amenity for permanent residents.
        (c)    Non-residential activities are limited to small-scale activities that are compatible with
               and do not impact on the rural residential character and amenity of the zone.
6.8.4.3 Assessment Criteria
PO4 Visitor accommodation:
   (a) Is at a scale and density that protects the environmental and lifestyle values of the land;
       and
   (b) Does not detract from the rural residential character and amenity of adjoining properties.
Low Density Housing Code
9.3.1.1 Purpose and Overall Outcomes
      1) the purpose of the Low Density Housing Code is to ensure dwelling houses, community
         residences, rooming accommodation and short term accommodation (where no more than
         one detached dwelling on the site):
                    a)       are appropriately located;
                    b)       achieve a high level of comfort and amenity for occupants;
                    c)       maintain amenity and privacy of neigbouring residential premises; and
                    d)       are compatible with the character and streetscape of the local area.
Visitor Accommodation Code
9.3.5.2 Purpose and Overall Outcomes
 1)      The purpose of the Visitor Accommodation code is to ensure visitor accommodation is
         appropriately located, designed and operated in a manner which meets visitor needs,
         protects and enhances landscape values, protects the amenity of surrounding premises
         and avoids conflicts with surrounding uses.
 2)      The overall outcomes sought for the Visitor Accommodation Code are:
               a)        Visitor accommodation is compatible with and benefits from Noosa Shire’s
                         natural environmental values.
               b)        Visitor accommodation offers a wide range of experiences for guests both in
                         coastal areas and in the hinterland.
               c)        Visitor accommodation is located and designed in a manner which sensitively
                         responds to site characteristics.
               d)        Visitor accommodation does not detrimentally impact upon the biodiversity and
                         natural landscape values of its setting.
               e)        The density and design of visitor accommodation integrates with the urban or
                         landscape fabric of its particular locality.
               f)        Visitor accommodation located near permanent residents does not detract from
                         the amenity enjoyed by residents.
               g)        Visitor accommodation does not impact on the ability of rural land owners to carry
                         out agricultural pursuits.
               h)        Visitor accommodation provides high quality amenities and facilities
                         commensurate with its setting, the types of accommodation supplied and the
                         length of stay accommodated.
               i)        Visitor accommodation forms a key element of the local tourism industry.

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