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 (7)    Primary Active Frontages – The mapped primary active frontages reflect where this type of built form interface currently exists or is
        proposed as it is appropriate, desirable and achievable. It is assumed that all other District Centre Zone streets provide some
        form of active frontages, however they may be secondary in nature with variances such as greater setbacks, or with the interruption
        of driveways.
 (8)    Key Development Sites – These sites have been identified as those with a high likelihood for development/redevelopment in the
        next 5 to 10 year timeframe and have the potential to significantly impact on the character of the centre. It is recommended that
        additional guidance on the urban design and built form outcomes of these sites be sought through a preliminary meeting with
        Council Planning Officers.
 (9)    Streetscape Treatment Areas reinforce the character experience of Cooroy. They establish street hierarchy and character that is
        appropriate for the use and role of the street primarily through the extent, quality and application of materials, placement of
        streetscape elements/furniture and interfaces. Treatments should be consistent with any existing or proposed streetscape
        improvement works in the area. Primary streetscape treatment areas include:
        (a)   High quality materials and finishes that reinforce Maple Street and Emerald Street as main streets and exhibit local
              character;
        (b)   A well connected pedestrian friendly zone with a high level of amenity for pedestrians – low vehicle speeds, attractive
              vegetated streetscaping, continuous, wide, level, weather protected footpaths, safe crossings, etc;
        (c)   Reinforce street activation principles, provide a focus for active interfaces such as well integrated outdoor dining areas;
        (d)   High quality landscaping including enhanced greening at key intersections, street trees with canopy shade cover and
              extensive low level planting;
        (e)   Focus quality public realm around, and connecting to, public transport stops (bus stops on Emerald and Maple Streets and
              the Train Station); and
        (f)   Provide clear, visible, unique and consistent signage at entries into the town to help people understand where they are.

 (10)   Special Place – This is the highest quality space with the highest levels of embellishment in the centre and forms a meeting or
        focal point for the community. The intersection of Emerald Street and Maple Streets marks an important arrival point and meeting
        place in the ‘centre’ of Cooroy, particularly for pedestrians. The intersection of Diamond and Elm street is also identified as a
        special place as any future intersection upgrade is a key opportunity to unify the Cooroy town centre and elevate the public realm
        quality as well as enhance the station (this being the entrance to Noosa Shire for train passengers from the south). This
        intersection has the potential to act as a gateway site between the east and west and an important link for pedestrians and cyclists
        via improved elevated pathway across the rail line. Key attributes of special places include:
        (a)   Maximised public realm and pedestrian priority ­ expanded footpaths, reduced road pavement and low vehicle speeds;
        (b)   High quality materials and finishes (exhibiting local character);
        (c)   Character landscape (intense landscape at the corners and centre);
        (d)   Outdoor dining areas integrated with the streetscape;
        (e)   Multiple opportunities to comfortably rest or sit and talk in an attractive setting;
        (f)   Directional signage; and
        (g)   Corners sites positively addressing the intersection.

 (11)   Key Pedestrian/Cycle Connections – Key links in Cooroy include:
        (a)   Existing Cooroy Railway Crossing at Elm St:
              (i)     Important arrival point for passengers alighting the train;
              (ii)    Critical link for pedestrians and cyclists joining the two sides of the town;
              (iii)   Includes views to Mount Cooroy from elevated walkway;
              (iv)    Includes important connection to the civic and arts uses along Maple Street, and through to Apex Park/ Cooroy Creek;
              (v)     As a connection between Diamond Street and Maple Street it is in need of improvement to make it safe, functional
                      and attractive – this includes improvements to the public realm environment and pedestrian crossings around the
                      Diamond Street/Elm Street intersection.

        (b)   Apex Park to Garnet St 1:
              (i)     Important interface and connection to the town’s key natural assets at Apex Park/ Cooroy Creek and links beyond;
              (ii)    Future development and streetscape improvements should activate the edges of the lanes and where appropriate
                      include mid­block linkages.

        (c)   Apex Park to Garnet St 2:
              (i)     Important mid­block links between Apex Park / Cooroy Creek and key town centre streets and lanes.

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