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App C - Code Responses · RAL23/0009
Rural Zone Code
Role and function Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Role and function
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies
Land uses in the Rural zone are limited to those The proposal is for a boundary realignment
which are compatible with agriculture and the only. The site is currently used for rural
protection of environmental and landscape residential purposes. The existing buildings
values. and land uses will be maintained. The existing
environmental and landscape values of the
land will be preserved.
PO2 AO2.1 Complies
Development does not result in the loss or Development that is incompatible with No changes are proposed to the existing use
diminished productive capacity of Agricultural agricultural activities is not located of the land.
Land Conservation Area. on Agricultural Land Conservation Area and
an adequate separation area between the
Editor’s Note—Agricultural Land Conservation development and the Agricultural Land
Areas are shown on the Agricultural Conservation Area is provided.
Land Overlay Maps in Schedule 2
AO2.2 Not Applicable
Where there is an overriding need for
incompatible development to be located
on Agricultural Land Conservation Area, the
development does not have an irreversible
impact on the productive capacity
of Agricultural Land Conservation Area.
Editor’s Notes—
An irreversible impact on agricultural land
includes a permanent reduction or decline in
the agricultural land, notwithstanding that the
land may be used for agriculture post-
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development, e.g. land that could support
crops pre-development that can only be used
for improved pasture post-development.
Aquaculture is specifically permissible
on Agricultural Land Conservation Area.
AO2.3 Not Applicable
Where located in the Agricultural Land The existing use of the land will not be
Conservation Area accommodation is of a changed. No additional land uses are
temporary or semi-permanent nature (such as proposed.
tents, yurts, relocatable dwellings or
recreational vehicles) or it adaptively reuses
well-established rural buildings.
AO2.4 Not Applicable
No sensitive land use is established closer The existing land uses will be maintained and
than 200 metres from land on an adjacent are suitable.
property included in the Rural zone and
mapped as Agricultural Land Conservation
Area as shown in Agricultural Land Overlap
Maps in schedule 2.
PO3 AO3.1 Not Applicable
With the exception of one dwelling Only the occupants of a dwelling house, The existing land uses will be retained. No
house, caretaker’s accommodation or compliant caretaker’s residence or community additional land uses are proposed.
a community residence, any accommodation residence reside on the property for any
activity is limited to use by short-term guests or period greater than three consecutive months.
seasonal workers employed in a rural activity on
the same site or on adjoining premises. or
AO3.2 Not Applicable
In addition to residents of the dwelling house,
up to 10 people may reside on the site for
periods of no more than six consecutive
months where they are:
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a) employed in a rural activity on
the property; or
b) a spouse or child of a person
employed in a rural activity on the
property.
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided. Not Applicable
Visitor accommodation: Visitor accommodation is not proposed.
a) is at a small scale and low density that
protects the environmental and rural
values of the land;
b) is compatible with rural activities and
nature conservation; and
c) does not detract from the rural amenity
of adjoining properties.
PO5 No acceptable outcome provided. Not Applicable
Uses such as nature-based tourism, outdoor
education, environment facilities and outdoor
sport and recreation may be appropriate where:
a) they cannot be more appropriately
located in urban areas;
b) they have an indelible connection to
rural or ecological values of the site;
c) there is an overriding community benefit
of the development;
d) they are not located on Agricultural
Land Conservation Area as shown on
the Agricultural Land Overlap Maps in
schedule 2 or are temporary in nature
so as not to compromise agricultural
uses in the future; and
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e) they do not interfere with
remnant vegetation or ecologically
important areas.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided. Not Applicable
Extractive industry operations are limited to
designated Key Resource Areas and at other
known resources deposits where:
a) best practice environmental
management is met;
b) the amenity of residents in the vicinity
of extractive industry operations is
maintained;
c) they do not conflict with agricultural
operations;
d) the safety of rural roads is ensured; and
e) the visual amenity of the rural area as
viewed from the major road network is
protected.
Built form Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
PO7 – PO8 are not applicable as the proposal is for a Reconfiguration of a Lot (boundary realignment).
Safety and amenity Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Safety and amenity
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided Complies
Development does not result in environmental
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harm or environmental nuisance to sensitive The proposal is for a boundary realignment
land uses. only. The existing vegetation, buildings,
access, and services will be retained. The
proposed boundary lines allow for the existing
individual water bodies to be retained within
proposed Lot 9. The development does not
result in environmental harm or environmental
nuisance to sensitive land uses.
PO10 AO10 Complies
Development does not compromise the safety, Safe vehicular access is provided to and from The vehicle access to the lots is existing and
capacity or operation of the road network. the site without adversely impacting on the will be maintained.
safety of the road network.
Environment and heritage Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Environment, heritage and scenic amenity
PO11 AO11.1 Complies
Development does not have a significant Development does not result in sediment, soil Only a boundary realignment is proposed. No
adverse impact on the natural values of or other material including building materials construction activities are required.
the site including through: or waste products being released into the road
reserve, stormwater drains, waterways or
a) loss of biodiversity values, fauna habitat adjacent properties.
and fish passage; AO11.2 Complies
b) changes to natural drainage; Natural Vegetation is retained wherever Existing vegetation will be retained.
c) disturbance to any wetland systems; possible.
d) erosion and the transport of
sediments off site (including pollutants AO11.3 Not Applicable
and other contaminants which would Where there is a nominated building No clearing is proposed.
affect the capacity of agricultural lands); envelope on the lot, clearing of
e) worsening of landslide or fire risk; native vegetation and building works do not
f) on-site effluent disposal;
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g) creation of dust and air pollutants; extend beyond the building envelope, except
h) disturbance of buildings and features, for the purposes of a driveway access.
including natural features, of cultural
heritage significance.
PO12 AO12 Not Applicable
Development and associated site works do not Development and associated site works, No development or site works are required.
directly, indirectly or cumulatively cause adverse including filling and excavation are designed
impacts external to the development site by: and constructed to ensure overland flow
and/or flooding is not worsened, impeded, or
a) causing ponding of water; otherwise diverted to adversely affect other
b) increasing flooding, which adversely properties.
affects the safety or use of any land
upstream and downstream;
c) adversely affecting the flow of water in
any overland flow path.
Scenic amenity AO13 Not Applicable
PO13 Development on land adjoining the major road
Development does not detract from the scenic network, Lake Macdonald or the Noosa River
amenity of the hinterland as experienced from system minimises visual impacts on the scenic
the major road network or waterways. amenity of the roadway or waterway by:
a) sensitive siting and design of
buildings, structures, driveways and
works;
b) retaining existing vegetation;
c) incorporating landscape treatments to
visually screen and soften
development; and
d) incorporating building materials and
external finishes that are compatible
with the site’s visual character and
landscape setting.
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Editor’s Note— Residential buildings should
be predominantly finished in colours and
materials that blend well with the colours and
hues of the surrounding vegetation and
landscape without causing glare or reflection.
For agricultural buildings, colours and textures
that blend with the natural setting are preferred
however if not practical, buildings should at
least be well maintained and/or visually
screened.
PO14 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
The visual amenity of Lake Macdonald, its
foreshores and immediate surrounds are
maintained or improved including views:
a) from the lake;
b) to the lake and beyond when viewed
from private lands and from public
areas, including the Botanical Gardens.
Sloping sites and ridgelines AO15.1 Not Applicable
PO15 To protect scenic amenity and other The proposal is for a boundary realignment
The landscape character and visual amenity landscape qualities, buildings, structures and only.
quality of hill slopes and ridgelines are retained associated accessways are not constructed
and buildings and structures: on land with a slope greater than 25%.
AO15.2 Not Applicable
a) are visually responsive to the natural On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the The existing buildings will be retained.
topography of the site, sitting within the uppermost edge of a hill slope:
landscape rather than dominating it;
a) roof lines are generally parallel with
contours of the land;
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b) step down slopes or use suspended b) roofs do not exceed a pitch of 15
floor construction, minimising cut and fill degrees; and
and avoiding benching of the site; c) buildings do not protrude above the
c) allow for retention of height of prevailing vegetation.
natural vegetation that assists in
screening or visually softening
Editor's note- refer to Figure
development; and
6.9.1A and Figure 6.9.1B. and Figure AP3-
d) incorporate materials, finishes and
3B.
colours that complement the natural
setting and integrate with the landscape AO15.3 Not Applicable
and skyline. Cut or fill is less than 1.5 metres in depth No cut and fill is proposed.
relative to natural ground surface.
Editor’s Note— On visually prominent hill
slopes or ridgelines residential buildings
should be predominantly finished in colours
and materials that blend well with the colours
and hues of the surrounding vegetation and
landscape without causing glare or reflection.
Broad expanses of a single colour are less
desirable and where possible should be
broken up by other colours or design
elements. Shades in the violet, blue, green
and yellow-green side of the spectrum, as well
as greys or browns, should be appropriate with
whites or bright colours restricted to trimmings.
For agricultural buildings, colours and textures
that blend with the natural setting are preferred
however if not practical, buildings should at
least be well maintained and/or visually
screened.
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Noosa Trail Network Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Noosa Trail Network
PO16 AO16.1 Not Applicable
A comprehensive network of bridle trails and Development includes linkages to or between Not required.
pedestrian and bicycle linkages is established, existing or future components of the Noosa
enhanced and protected incorporating road Trail Network, as indicated on the Strategic
reserves, State forests, Council owned land and Framework Infrastructure Map
private lands consistent with the lifestyle and
AO16.2 Complies
outdoor recreation needs of Noosa Shire’s
Development does not have an adverse The development will have no impact on the
residents and visitors.
impact on the access functions of the Noosa access functions of the Noosa Trail Network.
Trail Network.
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Growth Management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Urban residential development: The proposal is for a boundary realignment
within the rural zone.
a) is confined to land within the Urban
boundaries;
b) provides a mix of lot sizes and
configurations to cater for variety in
housing choice;
c) contributes to efficient use of land and
infrastructure;
d) increases residential densities and
reduces lot sizes in close proximity to
public transport and centre zones;
e) provides appropriate buffer areas
between sensitive land
uses, ecologically important areas and
conflicting uses;
f) contributes positively to the amenity and
landscape value of the local area.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Rural residential development is confined to
land within the Rural Residential zone and
included within either the Urban Footprint or
Rural Living designations of the South East
Queensland Regional Plan.
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PO3 AO3 Not Applicable
Development of land for business and Development of land:
employment functions occurs within the activity
centres and the industrial zones. a) at the Noosa Business Centre is to be
generally in accordance with Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character Plan);
b) at the former Bowls site Lot 3
RP884396, Noosa Junction is to be
generally in accordance with Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework
and Character Plan).
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided Complies
With the exception of lots intended to be used The proposal does not include any additional
by the Council or State for community lots in the rural zone. The proposal is for a
infrastructure, conservation purposes or public boundary realignment.
utilities, including road widening, no additional
lots are created:
a) in the Rural zone unless resultant lots
have a minimum area of 100 hectares;
b) in the Environmental Management and
Conservation zone;
c) on Noosa North Shore;
d) in the Low density residential zone at
Cooroibah;
e) in the Low density residential zone
where access is gained via:
i. Noosa Banks Drive,
Tewantin;
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ii. Golf Course Drive, Griffith
Avenue or Carramar
Street, Tewantin;
iii. Lake Entrance Boulevard,
Noosaville;
iv. Lake Weyba Drive
Noosaville, south of Eenie
Creek Road; or
v. Habitat Place, Noosa
Heads;
f) within a Water Supply Buffer Area as
shown on Regional Infrastructure
Overlay.
Lot areas and dimensions Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Lot areas and dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 Complies
New lots have areas and dimensions that: New lots are of a size and shape that can Lot 8 is currently occupied by a retreat and
accommodate the land uses intended by the ranch which is used for holiday
a) are consistent with the purpose and zone. accommodation. Lot 9 includes a dwelling
overall outcomes of the applicable zone house and associated buildings. The
or zones; proposed new lot arrangement allows for the
b) are consistent with the size and retention of the existing buildings, access,
character of surrounding lots; services and vegetation. The proposed lot
c) can accommodate land uses that are sizes are suitable. Please refer to the proposal
consistent with the purpose and overall plan within Appendix B for details.
outcomes of the applicable zone;
AO5.2 Not Applicable
In general, lots have a predominantly regular,
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d) allow for siting and construction of rectangular shape. The existing allotments are not of a regular or
buildings, structures, access ways and rectangle shape. The proposed boundary
car parking while:- Editor's note-topographical constraints or realignment allows for the existing buildings,
i. retaining ecologically environmental values may call for irregular access and services to be retained. In
important property boundaries. addition, the individual waterbodies within the
areas and ecological subject land will be retained within proposed
linkages; Lot 9.
ii. minimising risk of soil
AO5.3 Not Applicable
erosion, landslide, flooding
In residential zones, lots are generally The site is within the rural zone.
and bushfire;
arranged so that:
iii. minimising earthworks or
retaining walls associated
with construction a) there are no more than five lots with
on sloping sites; a frontage width of less than 15
iv. retaining the scenic metres grouped in a row;
amenity and vegetated b) there are no more than three lots with
character of the landscape; a frontage width of 7.5 metres or less
v. retaining culturally in a row unless serviced by a rear
significant features and lane;
protecting views to c) lots with a frontage width of less than
culturally significant 15 metres are not located opposite
features; other lots with a frontage width of less
vi. minimising detrimental than 15 metres
impacts of effluent disposal
or storm water runoff;
including open space for AO5.4 Not Applicable
landscaping; ensuring safe In activity centres and industry zones, new lots
vehicular manoeuvring contribute to a mix of lot sizes that cater for
areas without varied commercial and industrial enterprises,
concentration of driveways such that:
in one space; and
vii. where not in a water or a) smaller lots intended for intensive
sewerage service area, development are clustered near
allow for water storage centres;
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tanks and suitable effluent b) new lots adjacent to sensitive land
disposal. uses include sufficient area for
e) except where otherwise specified in a buffering of incompatible land uses;
local area code, comply with the and
minimum lot size specified in Table c) lot reconfiguration provides for
9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and shared access arrangements
Dimensions wherever possible.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided Complies
Development provides for irregular shaped lots The existing allotments are not of a regular or
to be created only where: rectangle shape. The proposed boundary
realignment allows for the existing buildings,
a) the creation of regular lots is impractical access and services to be retained. In
such as at a curve in the road or addition, the individual waterbodies within the
because of topographical constraints; subject land will be retained within proposed
b) safe access and visual exposure to and Lot 9.
from the site can be provided, while not
adversely impacting on the functionality
of the surrounding road network;
c) it is desirable to
avoid clearing of vegetation and the
fragmentation of habitat in ecologically
important areas; and
d) the irregular lot is demonstrably suitable
for its intended purpose.
Lot layout Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Lot layout
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Site Responsive Design AO7.1 Not Applicable
PO7 If located in the Low density residential The site is within the rural zone.
Development provides for a lot layout and zone, Medium density residential zone, High
configuration of roads and pathways that is density residential zone, Tourist
responsive to:- accommodation zone or Community facilities
zone and intended for a residential use, any
a) the setting of the site within an urban or new lot is located outside the modelled flood
non-urban context; level of the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) water
b) any natural environmental values surface levels or where not modelled, above
present on, or adjoining the site; the highest known flood level.
c) any natural hazards affecting the site or AO7.2 Complies
adjoining land such that the number of Flood immunity for development areas is not
properties or persons at risk is not No filling is proposed. The existing buildings
achieved by filling land below the will be retained on each allotment.
increased; 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood level.
d) the terrain of the land, minimising the
need for earthworks; AO7.3 Not Applicable
e) any places of cultural heritage All reconfigured lots on land subject to a Not required as the existing buildings will be
significance or character areas present constraint or valuable feature identified on an retained on each proposed allotment.
on, or adjoining the site; and overlay map contains a building
f) any important landmarks, views, vistas envelope marked on a plan of
or other areas of high scenic quality development that demonstrates that there is
present on, or able to be viewed from, an area sufficient to accommodate the
the site. intended purpose of the lot, that is not subject
to the constraint or valuable feature or that
Editor’s Note— Development of land affected appropriately responds to the constraint or
by constraints shown on overlay maps will be valuable feature.
subject to overlay codes AO7.4 Not Applicable
New lots with a site area less than 4,000m² in The lots exceed 4000m2 in area.
area have a slope not exceeding:
a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
b) 5% lengthwise slope (longitudinal
fall).
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AO7.5 Complies
Lot boundaries, services, utilities and roads The proposed lot boundaries allow for the
are aligned to avoid traversing ecologically individual water bodies to be retained within
important areas and ecological linkages. proposed Lot 9. The proposed boundary
realignment allows for the retention of the
existing buildings, access, infrastructure and
vegetation. As such, the existing
environmental status of the site will be
preserved.
AO7.6 Complies
Development does not result in significant No changes are proposed to the natural
modification to natural landform or landscape landform or landscape features.
features including:
a) waterways and drainage lines;
b) native vegetation or significant
character trees;
c) understorey vegetation;
d) slope;
e) rock outcrops; or
f) views.
AO7.7 Complies
Development retains or provides viable The existing mapped riparian buffer area
ecological corridors for wildlife movement. along the eastern boundary of the subject land
will be maintained.
AO7.8 Not Applicable
Where no riparian buffer is nominated through The subject land includes a mapped riparian
the Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands buffer area along the eastern boundary of the
Overlay Map in Schedule 2, a vegetated buffer site. As above, this area will be maintained.
is provided no less than 10 metres wide,
measured from the centreline of any stream .
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AO7.9 Not Applicable
Ecologically important areas are formally Not required. The existing environmental
protected for the long term through significance of the site will be preserved.
environmental covenant or transferal to public
ownership or through gazettal of a nature
reserve.
Climate Responsive Design AO8.1 Not Applicable
PO8 The lot design maximises the number of lots No additional lots are proposed.
The street design and lot orientation facilitates where the longest axis of the lot has a general
the construction of energy efficient buildings that east-west orientation.
respond to the local climate conditions by:
AO8.2 Not Applicable
The street pattern maximises the number of A new street is not proposed.
a) maximising solar access to the north; streets running in a general north-south
b) minimising solar access to the west; direction.
c) proportioning lots
and building envelopes to AO8.3 Not Applicable
accommodate energy For development within the Low density The subject site is within the rural zone.
efficient building orientation; residential zone each lot contains a
d) maximising access to any prevailing rectangular house site area where the long
summer breezes; and axis faces true north or is no more than 20
e) minimising exposure to prevailing winter degrees off true north and has minimum
winds. dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design AO9.1 Complies
PO9 Lots are arranged to front streets and public Both allotments have frontage to Happy Jack
Development provides for a lot layout, land use open space. Creek Road. The site does not adjoin any
and infrastructure configuration that: public open space.
AO9.2 Complies
a) provides for an efficient land use
Development maximises opportunities for Both allotments maintain the existing
pattern;
casual surveillance and avoids areas of frontages to Happy Jack Creek Road. The
b) creates compact and walkable
neighbourhoods that are well connected concealment by ensuring pathways and public existing buildings will be retained. There are
to centres, employment, education open space have defined edges and are no pathways or public open space areas
visually exposed to roadways. proposed.
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facilities, community services, open AO9.3 Not Applicable
space and recreation facilities; Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways The proposal is for a boundary realignment.
c) creates useable and interconnected and open space) are designed with a high
movement and open space networks; degree of legibility with public spaces and
d) effectively connects and integrates corridors easy to find and recognise.
the site with existing or planned
development on adjoining sites;
e) provides for moderate and large size
developments to have
multiple access points;
f) promotes a sense of community identity
and belonging;
g) promotes a variety of streetscapes;
h) provides for a high level of amenity,
having regard to potential noise, dust,
odour and lighting nuisance sources;
i) integrates prominent site features
including landmarks,
native vegetation and views into the
design;
j) discourages crime or antisocial
behaviour by facilitating casual
surveillance of streets, paths and public
open space;
k) avoids the sporadic or out-of- sequence
creation of lots; and
l) protects and enhances ecologically
important areas and provides for the
clustering of lots into cleared areas.
Infrastructure No acceptable outcome provided Complies
PO10 As the existing buildings will be retained, the
Development accommodates and provides for existing services will also be retained.
the efficient and timely delivery of infrastructure
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appropriate to the site’s setting and intended
use.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Roadway and pathway layout are predominantly Roadway and pathway are not proposed.
rectilinear with a high degree of permeability.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the
road network is addressed in Part 9.4.8
Transport Code
Infrastructure and services Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Infrastructure and services
PO12 AO12.1 Complies
New lots are located, sized and configured so as All lots are connected to power supply and The existing buildings are provided with all
to ensure each lot is capable of being serviced telecommunications services and where necessary infrastructure which will be
by appropriate levels of infrastructure including: located within the Urban boundaries, power retained.
supply and communications infrastructure are
a) power supply; provided underground.
b) telecommunications; and AO12.2 Not Applicable
c) where within Local Plan Areas If located in a water service area each new lot
d) reticulated water supply; can be connected to Unitywater’s water supply
e) reticulated sewerage; and network.
f) stormwater drainage.
AO12.3 Not Applicable
If located in a sewerage service area each new
lot can be connected to Unitywater’s sewerage
network.
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AO12.4 Not Applicable
If located in a Local plan area lots can be
connected to Council’s stormwater drainage
network.
AO12.5 Not Applicable
If not in a sewerage service area each lot has
sufficient area and other attributes to ensure
efficient and effective on-site sewerage
disposal.
PO13 AO13.1 Complies
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient Vehicular access for the development is The existing vehicle access to each lot will be
vehicle access consistent with the function and design of the retained.
road it takes access from.
AO13.2 Complies
Development does not require new or The development does not have frontage to a
changed access to a state-controlled road that state-controlled road.
is a limited access road unless in accordance
with the limited access policy for the state-
controlled road.
AO13.3 Not Applicable
Access easements are in appropriate Access easements are not proposed or
locations for safe access and egress, and required. The existing individual access to
supply appropriate widths and levels of service each lot will be retained.
for the number of vehicles that will utilise them
as per the requirements of Council’s Planning
Scheme Policy PSP6 Engineering design
standards – Roads, drainage and earthworks.
Editor's note- Reference should be made to
the Queensland Government's Development
Assessment Mapping System to confirm
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which are state-controlled roads or
limited access roads.
Movement network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Movement network
Traffic No acceptable outcome provided Complies
PO14 As the proposal is for a boundary realignment,
Traffic generated by the development is within there will be no changes to traffic generation
the acceptable capacity of external roads and as a result of this development.
does not have an adverse impact upon the
functioning of the road network.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the
road network is addressed in Part 9.4.8
Transport Code
Roads and Pathways AO15.1 Not Applicable
PO15 Where involving the construction of a new No new road is proposed.
Development involving the creation of new road, road planning and design supports the
roads and pathways ensures infrastructure— hierarchy and functional aspects identified in
Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 on
a) provides convenient, safe and efficient Engineering design standards – Roads,
movement for all modes of transport drainage and earthworks.
between land use activities;
b) prioritises pedestrian movement and Editor’s Note— Further detail on road and
bicycle use over vehicle movements; pathway networks is provided in Part
c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible 9.4.8 Transport Code
bus services that connect to existing AO15.2 Not Applicable
The street layout is generally rectilinear and
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and future public passenger transport does not rely on culs-de-sac, or where the use
facilities; of a cul-de-sac is unavoidable because of the
d) provides through roads and minimises natural features of the site, it does not exceed
the use of culs-de-sac; a length of 200 metres.
e) minimises the extent of earthworks
required by being sympathetic to the AO15.3 Not Applicable
terrain; Pathways and pedestrian routes are planned
to provide clear, safe connections between
f) allows for unimpeded and
residential, open space, transit stops and retail
practical access to each proposed lot;
areas, and are located along, or are visible
and
from, streets or other public spaces.
g) provides for mature street trees.
AO15.4 Not Applicable
Sufficient space and soil depth is provided for
the planting of street trees for shade, amenity
and habitat purposes.
PO16 AO16 Not Applicable
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways Network
pedestrian and cyclist linkages with adjoining identified in the Local Government
sites in the immediate area. Infrastructure Plan located in Part 4, the
subdivision design and layout includes
pathways:
a) located in accordance with the
Pathways Network identified in
the Local Government Infrastructure
Plan; or
b) linking to the Pathways Network
identified in the Local Government
Infrastructure Plan.
PO17 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Development on land within activity centres with
active frontages are provided with access from
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a rear lane or other access streets to reduce
potential conflicts with pedestrians and cyclists.
Open space network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Open space network
PO18 AO18.1 Not Applicable
Development provides for parks, drainage Active parkland or open space which links to The proposal does not include active parkland
reserves and open space infrastructure that:- active parkland is provided in accordance with or open space. The proposal is for a boundary
the Council’s infrastructure network planning; realignment.
a) provides for a range of passive and
active recreation settings, offering a OR
range of informal and formal AO18.2 Not Applicable
experiences to the community; Park contributions are paid in accordance with
b) accommodates adequate facilities to Park contributions are not required as no
the applicable infrastructure instrument. additional lots are proposed. There will be no
meet the needs of the community and is
increase on the demand for infrastructure as
designed to maximise use by the
a result of this development.
community it serves;
c) provides opportunities for all age groups AO18.3 Not Applicable
and levels of mobility; Land intended for public open
d) is well distributed and contributes to the space complements existing adjacent and
legibility and character of the specific surrounding open space areas and physical
town, village or locality; linkages to these areas are provided.
e) creates attractive settings and focal
points for the community, designed as AO18.4 Not Applicable
attractive and enjoyable, functional and Open space is provided adjacent to
safe places to meet and recreate; waterways, with roads servicing the linear
parkland and lots located on the opposite side
of the road to the waterways.
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f) benefits the amenity of adjoining land AO18.5 Not Applicable
uses; A park has direct road frontages of a minimum
g) facilitates the retention and protection of 25% of the total allotment boundary of
of ecologically important areas, the park to provide physical access and
wetlands, waterways, drainage lines visibility.
and native habitat areas, their
associated buffers, ecological AO18.6 Not Applicable
linkages and other natural and cultural Public open space has good connectivity for
features; users via pedestrian and cycle paths.
h) incorporates appropriate measures for AO18.7 Not Applicable
stormwater and flood management; Landscaping is designed to create
i) is cost effective to maintain; and aesthetically pleasing open space areas and
j) is dedicated as public land in the early to suit the type, setting and purpose of the
stages of the subdivision. particular park.
AO18.8 Not Applicable
Active parkland in all areas other than the Low
impact industry zone and Medium impact
industry zone will contain embellishment in
accordance with the Local Government
Infrastructure Plan in Part 4 such as:
a) children’s play facilities catering for
various ages including a soft fall
surface where required and a shade
cover over play equipment;
b) seating;
c) picnic table/s with seats; and
d) landscaping.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on
Landscaping is addressed in
Part 9.4.5 Landscaping Code
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PO19 AO19.1 Not Applicable
Land provided for active recreation areas is of a Active parkland is of a usable shape free of
physical standard and condition suitable for the irregular boundaries.
intended uses and is not subject to physical or
AO19.2 Not Applicable
other constraints including contamination,
environmental or biophysical constraints or Active parkland is located on land that is
legislative protection that would encumber its exclusive of—
use.
a) flood inundation below the
20% AEP (1:5 year ARI level);
b) land affected by stormwater or
overland flow discharge from adjacent
allotments;
c) drainage reserves and detention
basins, which cannot be shown to
safely and effectively contribute to the
network of parks and open space
areas;
d) land with a slope, or subject to cut or
fill with a batter slope, that exceeds
a slope of 15%;
e) areas of land less than 15 metres
wide, such as access and service and
utility easements;
f) land required to serve primarily as a
buffer area to any existing
development or major transport
corridor; and
g) power easements.
AO19.3 Not Applicable
At least 10% of the total open space provision
for active parkland is exclusive of flood
inundation below the 1% AEP (1:100
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year ARI level or the highest recorded flood
level), whichever is the greatest.
Small residential lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
PO20 is not applicable. The proposal does not create small residential lots.
Rear lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
PO21 is not applicable. The proposal does not include rear lots.
Rural lots severed by a road Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
PO22 is not applicable. The proposal is for a boundary realignment within the Rural zone.
Volumetric subdivisions Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
PO23 is not applicable. Volumetric subdivision is not proposed.
Stormwater management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Stormwater management
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided Complies
Development provides for the effective drainage
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of lots and roads in a manner that:- The existing stormwater management will be
maintained for each allotment.
a) maintains the natural flow regime;
b) effectively manages stormwater quality
and quantity; and
c) ensures no adverse impacts on
receiving waters and surrounding land.
Editor’s Note— Requirements for the design
and construction of stormwater management
infrastructure are addressed in Part 9.4.9 Water
Quality and Drainage code
Conflicting land uses Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
PO25 is not applicable. The subject land is within the rural zone.
Rearrangement of lot boundaries Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Growth Management
Rearrangement of lot boundaries
PO26 AO26 Complies
Development provides that the rearrangement of The rearrangement of lot boundaries results is While it is noted that Table 9.5.1.4 specifies a
lot boundaries is an improvement on the existing an improvement to the existing situation minimum lot size of 100 hectares in the rural
situation. whereby the size and dimensions of proposed zone, the existing allotments are well below
lots comply more fully with Table 9.5.1.4 this area. There are a number of existing
Minimum lot size and dimensions. and at least allotments within the immediate area that are
of a similar or smaller area than the proposed
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one of the following is achieved: new lot sizes. Proposed Lot 8 becomes similar
in area to existing Lot 9, and proposed Lot 9
a) the rearrangement of lots remedies an becomes similar in area to existing Lot 8.
existing boundary encroachment by
a building or structure; The proposed boundary realignment allows
b) the rearranged lots will be made more for the existing buildings, access,
regular in shape; infrastructure, and vegetation to be retained.
c) access is provided to a lot that The existing individual water bodies will be
previously had no access or an retained within proposed Lot 9.
unsuitable access;
d) the rearranged lots better meet the
overall outcomes for the zone and the Please refer to the proposal plan within
local plan area in which the site is Appendix B for details.
situated;
e) the rearrangement of lots provides for
a significant improvement in rural
productivity; or
f) the rearrangement of lots results in a
significant improvement in the
protection of environmental values.
If involving a standard format lot with common property such as requiring a community management scheme under the Body Corporate
and Community Management Act 1997
PO27 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Community title subdivision only occurs once
construction of approved buildings on site is
completed.
Editor’s Note—As a building is to be
constructed prior to sealing of subdivision plans,
assessment of the development is to be
undertaken as part of the development
application for a material change of use if that
development is assessable under the planning
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scheme. Reconfiguring a lot can be assessed
simultaneously or subsequently against the
relevant parts of this code.
PO28 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Development provides internal access ways
and driveways which:
a) are designed to clearly indicate the
function of the access way; and
b) provide acceptable levels of access,
functionality, safety, amenity and
convenience for users, as well as
catering for car parking facilities.
PO29 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Community title subdivision for residential
purposes only occurs—
a) where lots are located close to services
and facilities;
b) in the Low density residential
zone, Medium density residential
zone, High density residential
zone, Tourist accommodation
zone or Centre zone;
c) where they are consistent with the
character of the locality they are located
in;
d) if appropriate house site areas and car
parking needs can be accommodated;
e) where they are supplied with adequate
infrastructure to meet the needs of
users;
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f) where they minimise adverse effects on
the environment;
g) if they are of suitable shape
and slope to minimise constraints to
development; and
h) if they are sufficient areas to
provide reasonable amenity for users.
PO30 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Community title subdivisions intended for
business uses:
a) only occur in a centre zone or industry
zone; and
b) provide adequate areas on site for
vehicular parking, private and
communal open space, landscaping
and site facilities to meet the needs of
users.
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Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Code
Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Ecologically important areas
PO1 AO1.1 Complies
Development is sited and designed to protect Ecologically important areas are conserved or The proposal is for a boundary realignment
the physical and ecological integrity and improved to ensure their ongoing contribution only. The existing buildings, access, services,
biodiversity of ecologically important to the natural resources and biological and vegetation will be retained. As such, there
areas through protection of: diversity of Noosa Shire. will be no impact to the ecologically important
areas within the subject land as a result of this
a) existing habitat areas and ecological AND development.
linkages; and
AO1.2 Not Applicable
b) existing riparian vegetation, waterways
Buildings, structures and associated works are Not required as existing buildings, access and
and wetland habitat values.
located within existing cleared areas or areas services are to be retained within each
of lowest ecological value. allotment.
AND
AO1.3 Not Applicable
Where constructing a dwelling The proposal is for a boundary realignment.
house or community residence, buildings and
associated structures are not located on land
identified as an area of biodiversity No clearing of vegetation is proposed.
significance on a Biodiversity, Waterways and
Wetlands Overlay Map.
or
Clearing vegetation (other than for a
driveway access) does not extend beyond—
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1. 30 metres of a
habitable building or 10 metres
of a class 10 structure on lots
greater than 10 hectares; or
2. 10 metres of a
habitable building or class 10
structure on lots 10 hectares or
less but more than 3,000m2; or
3. 3 metres of a
habitable building or class 10
structure on lots 3,000m2 or less.
AND
AO1.4 Not Applicable
Clearing of vegetation for a boundary fence No clearing of vegetation is proposed.
does not extend beyond 5 metres either side
of the fence.
Reconfiguring a lot Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Reconfiguring a lot
PO2 AO2 Not Applicable
New lots are only created if they Where clearing vegetation for the purpose No clearing of vegetation is proposed.
maintain ecological linkages and minimise of Reconfiguring a Lot:
the clearing of vegetation.
a) new boundaries to lots do not transect
and fragment existing
native vegetation;
b) new lots are created to allow for
suitable building envelopes for future
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buildings and works to be located
within existing cleared areas or areas
of low ecological value;
c) building envelopes are designated for
each lot; and
d) ecological linkages and ecologically
important areas are secured by
environmental covenant or transferred
to public ownership or through
gazettal of a nature reserve.
Management of impacts Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Management of impacts
PO3 AO3.1 Not Applicable
Development is designed and sited to manage Where clearing of vegetation cannot be
No clearing of vegetation is proposed.
adverse impacts on ecologically important practicably avoided, the development:
areas by:
a) ensures the design and siting limits
a) minimising the total footprint within the loss of vegetation to the smallest
which all activities, buildings, structures extent possible;
driveways and other works are b) protects and retains ecological values
contained; and ecosystem processes to the
b) locating development in existing cleared greatest extent possible within and
areas or areas of low ecological value adjacent to the site;
over other areas to the greatest extent c) provides measures to allow for safe
possible; and movement of fauna through the site;
c) incorporating siting and design and
measures to protect and retain d) provides suitable habitat replacement
ecological values and ecosystem and replanting in accordance
processes within or adjacent to the with PSP3 Ecological Assessment
development site; and Guidelines.
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d) where adverse impacts have been AO3.2 Complies
minimised, any residual impacts on Habitat trees, recruitment habitat trees, and
Any existing vegetation will be retained.
ecological values are compensated for roosting, breeding and feeding areas are
through suitable habitat replacement protected for native fauna habitat.
and replanting on site in the first
instance or in a way that results in a net
gain and enhancement of the overall
habitat values of Noosa Shire.
PO4 AO4.1 Complies
Development provides for effective measures Vegetation is protected from disturbance or
There will be no construction activities as a
during construction and operation to protect damage from construction and operation
result of this development. Vegetation will be
ecological values including: activities by:
retained on site.
a) avoiding disturbance to a) clearly marking trees to be retained
or clearing of vegetation in and within with flagging tape;
the vicinity of the site; b) installing protective fencing around
b) managing habitat disturbance and the dripline of the vegetation and
physical harm to fauna from noise, avoid filling and excavating in these
vibration, dust, light, dewatering or fenced areas;
excavating; and c) ensuring stockpiling, storage and
c) avoiding clearing in areas where vehicle parking occurs outside the
erosion or slippage could occur. identified vegetation areas; and
d) using low impact construction
techniques around vegetation.
AO4.2 Not Applicable
Vegetation which is capable of forming or
contributing to a buffer between different land
uses or a buffer against pollution, light spillage
or noise is retained.
AO4.3 Not Applicable
Lighting associated with development:
a) does not contribute an unacceptable
level of illuminance (greater than 1
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lux) for light sensitive species within or
at the boundary of an ecologically
important area; and
b) does not contribute to an
unacceptable level of illuminance on
landward horizons along coastal
areas and known marine turtle nesting
beaches.
AO4.4 Not Applicable
Clearing of vegetation does not
Clearing of vegetation is not proposed.
involve clearing that may cause or contribute
to hillslope erosion, bank erosion, or slippage.
Connectivity Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Connectivity
PO5 AO5 Complies
Development is designed and operated to Development is designed and operated to The proposal is for a boundary realignment
maintain and enhance connectivity between and maintain ecological linkages and maximise only and the existing buildings are to be
across ecologically important areas and opportunity for connectivity and the movement retained. No construction activities are
connecting habitat and support unimpeded and of fauna by: required as a result of this development. As
safe movement of terrestrial and aquatic fauna. such, any ecological linkages existing will not
a) ensuring protection of wildlife refuges; be affected by the proposal.
b) maintaining vegetation in patches of
the greatest possible size and within
the smallest possible edge-to-area
ratio;
c) enhancing connectivity through
planting and rehabilitation works,
including across property boundaries,
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to areas of national park, state forest
or reserve;
d) avoiding the creation of physical
barriers and safety hazards (such as
roads, pedestrian access and
instream structures) along and within
the ecological linkage;
e) providing mitigation measures such
as wildlife movement infrastructure,
fauna exclusion and directional
fencing, underpasses/overpasses and
traffic calming devices, signage and
lighting; and
f) where offsets are necessary,
delivering offsets that support and
enhance ecological linkages.
Waterways and wetlands Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Waterways and wetlands
PO6 AO6.1 Not Applicable
The biodiversity and ecosystem values of Development There is no development or vegetation
waterways, wetlands and adjacent riparian and clearing of vegetation does not occur clearing proposed.
zones are protected by: within:
a) avoiding any new development in a) a riparian buffer area;
a riparian buffer area and wetland area; b) a wetland area; or
b) retaining aquatic and terrestrial habitat c) 10 metres either side of the centre line
in riparian zones; of other waterways identified on
c) maintaining and enhancing wildlife a Biodiversity, Waterways and
corridors and connectivity along Wetlands Overlay Map.
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watercourses and drainage lines for AO6.2 Not Applicable
native fauna movement; Development provides for the rehabilitation of As there is no clearing or construction
d) avoiding edge effects and damage from land within: activities required as a result of the proposed
adjacent land uses;
boundary realignment, there will be no impact
e) maintaining stream integrity and bank
a) a riparian buffer area; to the existing environmental status of the
stability by minimising bank erosion and
b) a wetland area; and land and rehabilitation is not necessary.
slumping;
c) 10 metres either side of the centre line
f) maintaining water quality through
of any other waterway identified on
filtering sediments, nutrients and other
a Biodiversity, Waterways and
pollutants; and
Wetlands Overlay Map.
g) removing pest species and replacing
them with local native species. AO6.3 Not Applicable
Recreational facilities (eg. playgrounds, Recreational facilities are not proposed.
pergolas, barbeques) are setback a minimum
of 10 metres from the top of the bank of
a waterway.
Editor’s Note—Setbacks to waterways for
certain uses and works are also specified in
the relevant codes.
Editor's Note—Wetland areas are identified
on the Queensland Wetland Program
mapping
Editor's Note—
Any clearing of vegetation also needs to meet
the outcomes of the Earthworks Code and
the Water Quality and Drainage Code.
PO7 No acceptable outcome provided. Not Applicable
Vegetation within 400 metres of the full ponded
water within Lake Macdonald is retained.
PO8 AO8.1 Complies
Development on land adjacent to Development adjacent to
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a waterway or wetland maintains appropriate a waterway or wetland provides that: A waterway runs through the eastern portion
extent of public access to waterways and of the subject land. The proposed boundary
wetlands and minimises edge effects. a) no new lots directly back onto realignment does not result in lots backing
a riparian buffer area; and directly onto a riparian buffer area. No public
b) new public roads are located between roads are proposed.
a riparian buffer area or riparian
zone and the proposed development
area.
Water hydrology Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Surface and ground water hydrology
PO9 AO9.1 Complies
Development ensures that the natural surface Development does not impact on the natural The proposal does not involve any
water and ground water hydrologic regimes of surface water or groundwater hydrologic construction activities. As such, there will be
waterways, wetlands and hydrologically- regimes and this is facilitated by: no impact on the natural surface water or
sensitive plant communities are not adversely groundwater hydrologic regimes.
impacted. a) avoiding or minimising channelization,
redirection or interruption of flow;
Editor's Note—Groundwater dependent b) avoiding groundwater extraction;
ecosystems are identified on Queensland c) maintaining groundwater recharge
Government Wetland Info mapping. and discharge processes;
d) maintaining natural groundwater
fluctuations;
e) avoiding causing ingress of saline
water into freshwater aquifers of
wetlands; and
f) avoiding contaminants entering
groundwater (e.g. from runoff, effluent
disposal).
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Rehabilitation of ecologically important areas Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Rehabilitation of ecologically important areas
PO10 AO10.1 Not Applicable
Development provides for ecologically Landscaping and As the proposal is for a boundary realignment
important areas to be restored and enhanced rehabilitation complements and only and the existing buildings, infrastructure
through: supports ecologically important areas by: and vegetation will be retained, there will be
no impact on the existing environmental
a) designing landscaped areas to a) utilising local native species; status of the site. As such, landscaping and
complement and enhance b) utilising suitable plant species rehabilitation is not required.
existing vegetation and ecological identified in PSP2 Landscaping;
linkages; c) restoring degraded ecosystems to
b) removing species likely to displace achieve a functional ecosystem state
native flora species or degrade fauna that requires minimal human
habitat; intervention;
c) replanting and rehabilitating degraded d) replicating adjacent remnant habitats
habitat; of the same type, including the
d) replacing any vegetation removed with understorey vegetation;creating or
suitable local native species; enhancing linkages between existing
e) providing for fauna habitat; and habitats;
f) avoiding the planting of pest plant e) avoiding the use of pest plant species
species. listed in PSP2 - Landscaping;
f) planting riparian zones to filter
stormwater run-off, stabilise soil and
provide for wildlife habitat; and
g) providing ground and arboreal
structures for fauna, which may
include ground depressions, rocks,
hollows, nesting boxes and in-stream
habitat.
AO10.2 Not Applicable
Vegetation cleared is replaced with: No vegetation will be cleared.
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a) plantings of equivalent area that
replicate the floristic structure of
the vegetation removed; or
b) where this is not possible due to the
characteristics of the site and the
development, plantings twice the
number of the removed trees and
plants.
Editor’s Note — Revegetation and
rehabilitation works are to be carried out in
accordance with an approved Revegetation
and Rehabilitation Management Plan, as
referred to in PSP3 Ecological assessment
guidelines.
Koala habitat protection and enhancement Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Koala habitat protection and enhancement
PO11 AO11.1 Not Applicable
Development is designed, constructed and Development design complies with the Koala- The subject site is not within the koala priority
operated to— sensitive Design Guideline: A guide to koala area overlay or koala habitat area overlay. No
sensitive design measures for planning and vegetation clearing is proposed.
a) protect and enhance koalas and koala development activities.
habitat and avoid adverse impacts;
AO11.2 Not Applicable
b) provide measures to assist the survival
Development incorporates revegetation and
of koala populations in the area to
landscaping that provides food, shelter and
mitigate any potential threats or risk to
movement opportunities for koalas.
koalas; and
AO11.3 Not Applicable
Development is designed to maximise and
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c) provide for safe and appropriate koala enhance connectivity between koala habitat
movement across the landscape. trees and ensure safe koala movement.
AO11.4 Not Applicable
Editor's Note—Koala habitat mapping is in During construction, measures are
Schedule 2 Mapping. incorporated to not increase the risk of death
or injury to koalas, by including safe koala
Editor's Note—The Planning Regulation 2017, movement measures, as defined in the
schedule 10 states that development that Planning Regulation 2017.
interferes with koala habitat, in an area that is
both a koala priority area and a koala habitat
area, is prohibited development (subject to the
exceptions stated in schedule 10 of the Planning
Regulation 2017).
Editor's Note - These performance outcomes
and acceptable outcomes apply to:
a) development on land in a koala priority
area, where the development does not
interfere with koala habitat and where
the benchmarks are additional to and
not inconsistent with, the assessment
benchmarks stated in schedule 11, part
2 of the Planning Regulations 2017; and
b) development on land outside the koala
priority area, where the development
does not interfere with koala habitat in
koala habitat areas.
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Bushfire management Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Bushfire management
PO12 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
Bushfire management measures are adopted As the existing buildings and access ways are
based on ecological principles, which: to be retained, no new bushfire management
measures are required.
a) maintain and enhance biodiversity;
b) minimise threat of fire to the natural
environment, as well as life and
property; and
c) provide for effective use and
maintenance of buildings and
structures.
Editor's note—The performance outcome
applies to properties in bushfire hazard areas
and only where clearing is reasonably
necessary for the control of bushfire risk to
a building or structure. Bushfire hazard areas
are shown on Bushfire Hazard Overlay maps in
Schedule 2.
Scenic amenity Table 8.2.2.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Scenic amenity
PO13 O13.1 Complies
The scenic amenity and vegetated character of Vegetation is retained: Existing vegetation will be retained.
the landscape is protected by a) on and within 30 metres of prominent
ridgelines and on sloping sites;
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retaining vegetation: b) in gullies;
c) along watercourses and drainage
a) along and around watercourses and lines;
drainage lines; d) within 10 metres of the major road
b) on steep slopes and ridgelines; network; and
c) along the major road network; and e) along the front coastal dune system.
d) that forms coastal vistas to and from
beaches.
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Flood Hazard Overlay Code
Table 8.2.6.3 Criteria for assessable development
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Floodplain protection, immunity and safety – for development areas
PO1 AO1 Complies
Development provides that for all flood events The finished flood level is not less than the The subject land includes mapped waterways
up to and including the DFE : minimum design levels specified in Table but is not affected by the flooding and
8.2.6.4 inundation extent overlay.
a) the safety of people on the site is The existing buildings will be retained within
protected; and each allotment. No construction activities are
b) the risk of damage to property on required. The existing levels of the buildings
the site is avoided or minimised as far are suitable.
as practicable.
PO2 AO2 Complies
All lots have sufficient area that is The minimum area above flood level (flood As the existing buildings will be retained,
above the DFE flood level or where modelling is free area) for each lot, is in accordance suitable flood levels are achieved.
not available, the highest recorded flood level, to with Table 8.2.6.5.
safely and adequately accommodate the
intended use.
PO3 AO3 Complies
For reconfiguring a lot or operational works, Development areas are not filled to reduce No fill is proposed.
development is undertaken in a manner that flood risk.
ensures:
a) natural hydrological systems are
protected from erosion, scour or flood
damage on the premises or other
premises;
b) natural landforms and drainage lines
are maintained to protect the hydraulic
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performance of waterways and flood
plain; and
c) development integrates with the natural
landform rather than modifying the
landform to suit the development as far
as practicable.
PO4 AO4.1 Not Applicable
For reconfiguring a lot, development does not Development provides an effective evacuation Not required as there will be no changes to the
compromise the safety of people resulting from route that remains passable, with sufficient existing buildings.
the flood risk associated with events exceeding flood warning time, to enable people to
the DFE. progressively evacuate to safe areas above
the PMF in the face of advancing flood or
waters for events that exceed the DFE.
OR
AO4.2 Not Applicable
Development provides for an area of sufficient Not required as there will be no changes to the
size and dimensions on site above existing buildings.
the PMF that allows for safe congregation and
refuge.
AO4.3 Not Applicable
Where the existing roads servicing a Not required as the existing access to the
development provide a specific flood immunity buildings will be unchanged.
(as determined by the Qld Transport Road and
Drainage Design Manual, Queensland Urban
Drainage Manual and the Australian Rainfall
and Runoff Guide), all lots have access to the
flood free area identified in Table 8.2.6.5 that
matches the road immunity.
PO5 AO5 Complies
For reconfiguring a lot or operational works, In the Flood Hazard Overlay, or in areas
development does not directly, indirectly or otherwise determined to be subject to
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cumulatively alter the flood characteristics the DFE or DSTE, development ensures: There will be no changes to the flood
external to the development site for all flooding characteristics of the area as a result of the
and inundation events up to and including a) there is no loss of on-site flood proposed boundary realignment.
the DFE or DSTE based on: storage capacity;
b) all changes to level, depth, duration
a) current climate conditions; and and velocity of floodwaters are
b) incorporating an appropriate allowance contained within the site for all flood
for the predicted impacts of climate events up to and including
change. the DFE based on current climate and
predicted impacts of climate change
at 2100;
c) there is no acceleration or retardation
of flows, or any retardation in flood
warning times, elsewhere on the
floodplain and to any overland flow
paths; and
d) there is no increased stormwater
ponding on sites upstream,
downstream or in the general vicinity
of the site.
Resilient building design and form
PO6 AO6.1 Not Applicable
Development ensures that building design Buildings are designed to integrate well with No buildings are proposed as part of this
and building form: the street level and the levels of adjoining development.
a) accounts for potential flood risk; properties to facilitate pedestrian flows and
b) is resilient to flood events; and visual and physical connectivity between the
c) maintains a functional and attractive footpath and ground floors.
street address appropriate to the AO6.2 Not Applicable
intended use. Buildings incorporate appropriate screening to
ensure that any under-storey is not visible
from the street, where such screening does
not impede flood water flows.
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AO6.3 Not Applicable
Residential buildings minimise risk
from flooding by providing parking and other
low intensive, non-habitable uses at ground
level, rather than habitable uses.
AO6.4 Not Applicable
Non-residential buildings and structures are
oriented to the street by activating the
street frontage with appropriate uses and
urban design treatments such as recessed
wall treatments, screening or landscaping,
whilst allowing for flow through of flood waters
on the ground floor.
Editor's Note— The use of flood
resilient building materials is also encouraged
for building works up to the probable
maximum flood to reduce the consequences
of flooding.
AO6.5 Not Applicable
Basements and underground car parking
areas are designed to drain and function safely
during a flood event and power failure.
Editor's note—Basements should have flood
immunity above the 1%AEP defined flood
event with alternative means to mechanical
pumping used to achieve such immunity.
Disaster management
PO7 AO7.1 Not Applicable
Development supports, and does not unduly Development is located to support self-
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burden, disaster management response or evacuation of people and ensure sufficient There will be no changes to the existing
recovery capacity or capabilities. warning time for the nature of the use. buildings or roads. There will be no change to
disaster management response.
AO7.2 Complies
Development does not:
a) increase the number of people
calculated to be at risk from flooding;
b) increase the number of people likely to
need evacuation;
c) shorten flood warning times for other
uses in the floodplain; or
d) impact on the ability of traffic to use
evacuation routes, or unreasonably
increase traffic volumes on
evacuation routes.
AO7.3 Not Applicable
Materials stored on site: Not required.
a) are readily able to be moved in a flood
event to a flood free area; or
b) are contained in order to minimise
movement in times of flood.
Editor's Note— Businesses should ensure
that necessary emergency and continuity
plans are in place to account for the potential
need to evacuate personnel and to relocate
property prior to a flood event.
Essential network infrastructure
PO8 AO8 Not Applicable
Essential network infrastructure maintains Essential network infrastructure that is likely to
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effective function during and immediately after fail to function or may result in contamination Existing infrastructure will be retained.
flood and storm tide inundation events. when inundated by flood water (e.g. water
supply pipeline air valves and the like) is
located above the DFE level (or where
the DFE has not been modelled for the area,
above the highest recorded flood level for the
area).
Essential community infrastructure
PO9 AO9.1 Not Applicable
Essential community infrastructure is able to Essential community infrastructure is sited The proposal does not involve essential
function effectively during and immediately after and constructed to ensure that flood levels community infrastructure.
flood events. comply with flood immunity requirements
specified in Table 8.2.6.4.
AO9.2 Not Applicable
Essential community infrastructure which is
located below the specified flood immunity
requirements:
a) is designed and constructed to
function effectively during and
immediately after the recommended
flood level event; and
b) has direct access to low hazard
evacuation routes or an emergency
rescue area above the PMF, if it is
for emergency services (including
emergency shelters, police facilities,
hospitals and associated facilities).
Earthworks
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PO10 AO10 Not Applicable
Excavation and filling for operational works only Filling, other than accessways: No filling is proposed.
occur where they:
a) does not extend more than the
a) result in the protection, rehabilitation equivalent of 3 metres around the
and repair of ecologically important main building, measured from the
areas, watercourses, drainage lines and outer walls of the building;
wetlands; b) is limited to a maximum of 500m2;
b) do not adversely impact on the overall and
hydrology, hydraulics and flood capacity c) does not impact on the local drainage
of a waterway; of adjoining properties.
c) do not directly, indirectly or cumulatively
cause adverse impacts external to
the site;
d) do not cause increased flooding, which
adversely affects the safety or use of
any land upstream or downstream;
e) do not cause ponding of water on
the site or nearby land;
f) do not result in a reduction in flood
storage capacity;
g) do not adversely affect the flow of water
in any overland flow path; and
h) do not adversely affect the privacy or
visual amenity of surrounding property.
Editor’s Note— The Earthworks Code sets out
further requirements for earthworks.
Hazardous materials
PO11 AO11.1 Not Applicable
Development ensures that public safety and the Materials manufactured or stored on site are The proposal does not involve hazardous
environment are not adversely affected by not hazardous or noxious, or do not comprise materials.
materials that may cause a detrimental effect
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avoiding the release of hazardous materials into on the environment if discharged in a flood
flood waters and the environment. event.
OR
AO11.2 Not Applicable
If a DFE is adopted, structures used for the
manufacture or storage of hazardous material
are located above the DFE level.
Editor’s Note— Refer to the Work Health and
Safety Act 2011 and associated Regulation
and Guidelines, the Environmental Protection
Act 1994 and the
relevant building assessment provisions
under the Building Act 1975 for requirements
relating to the manufacture and storage of
hazardous substances. Information is
provided by Business Queensland on the
requirements for storing and transporting
hazardous chemical.
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Landslide Hazard Overlay Code
Table 8.2.8.3 - Criteria for assessable development
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Landslide hazard
PO1 AO1.1 Complies
Development maintains the safety of people, Development, including associated access, is The existing buildings and access ways are to
property and hazardous materials stored in bulk not located on land identified as a landslide be retained on proposed Lots 8 & 9. The
from the risk of landslide hazard area on a Landslide Hazard Overlay buildings are located outside of the mapped
Map; landslide hazard areas.
OR
AO1.2 Not Applicable
Development, including associated access, is AO1.1 is complied with.
located outside moderate, high and very high
landslide hazard areas and areas with
15% slope or greater, as determined by a site-
specific slope-analysis;
Editor's Note—A site- specific geotechnical
assessment may be used to demonstrate that
although the proposed development is shown
on the Landslide Hazard Overlay as being in
the moderate, high or very high landslide
hazard area, the landslide risk is low or very
low.
OR
AO1.3 Not Applicable
A site-specific geotechnical assessment is
prepared by a registered professional
engineer to certify that:
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a) the stability of the site, including
associated buildings and
infrastructure, will be maintained and
operational for the life of the
development;
b) the site is not subject to the risk of
landslide activity originating from
other land, including land above
the site; and
c) development of the site will not
increase the risk of landslide activity
on other land;
Editor's Note— PSP8 Natural
Hazards provides further guidance on
assessing landslide hazard.
AND
AO1.4 Not Applicable
Any specific measures identified in
a site specific geotechnical assessment for
stabilising the site or development are to be
fully implemented.
Essential community infrastructure Table 8.2.8.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
PO2 is not applicable as the proposal does not include essential community infrastructure.
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Sloping sites, landscape character and scenic amenity Table 8.2.8.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Sloping sites, landscape character and scenic amenity
PO3 AO3.1 Complies
Development, including associated access, is Buildings present no more than two storeys at The existing buildings will be retained on
designed and constructed to: any one point when viewed from the road or proposed Lots 8 & 9.
other public space.
a) be responsive to the natural AO3.2 Complies
topography and constraints imposed by Buildings and associated accesses are not The existing buildings and access ways will be
the slope; constructed on land with a slope greater than retained on proposed Lots 8 & 9. The
b) retain the natural landforms, landscape 25%.
character, vegetation, including the buildings are located outside of the mapped
visual amenity of hill slopes and landslide hazard overlay areas.
ridgelines; AO3.3 Not Applicable
c) visually integrate into the streetscape No additional lots intended to provide house No additional lots are proposed.
and the natural surrounds; and sites are created on land with a slope of 25%
d) ensure buildings and structures are not or greater.
visually obtrusive, particularly from
ridgelines, public open spaces, scenic AO3.4 Not Applicable
routes and other critical vantage points, Buildings are designed to follow the natural The proposal is for a boundary realignment
outside the site. landform rather than modify it. only. The existing buildings are to be retained.
Editor's note- Designs that step down
the slope using split level construction or
elevated construction on suspended floors are
a preferred alternative to standard slab on
ground construction reliant on cut and fill of
sites.
AO3.5 Not Applicable
The extent of filling or excavation No filling or excavation is proposed.
is revegetated immediately
following completion of the works.
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AO3.6 Not Applicable
Any building, including any associated The proposal is for a boundary realignment.
car parking structure:- The existing buildings are to be retained.
a) has a maximum undercroft height at
the perimeter of the building of 3
metres above ground level; or
b) incorporates landscape screening for
the full height of any undercroft
higher than 3 metres above ground
level at the perimeter of the building.
Editor's note- Vertical battens are also useful
to enclose the undercroft area.
AO3.7 Not Applicable
On sloping sites roof lines are generally The proposal is for a boundary realignment.
parallel with contours of the land and roof
pitch does not exceed 15 degrees.
PO4 AO4.1 Not Applicable
Development on sloping sites provides safe Driveways are not steeper than 20% for more The existing accessways are to be retained
and efficient access for vehicles and than 20 metres or one quarter of their length, and are suitable.
pedestrians whichever is the lesser, and not steeper than
25% in any location.
AO4.2 Not Applicable
Vehicle turning areas are provided at the end The proposal is for a boundary realignment.
of driveways so that it is not necessary to The existing buildings and access are to be
reverse up or down driveways. retained and are suitable.
AO4.3 Not Applicable
Where a driveway is steeper than 20% in any
part, it is provided with a slip-
resistant surface.
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