MCU10/2116 & REC10/2072 Development Application part 2 planning report 5 Opal Street Cooroy

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the locality to-
a)    provide for both passive and active
      recreational pursuits;
b)    provide connectivity for pedestrians,
      cyclists, and horse riders:
c)    provide habitat connectivity for wildlife;
d)    protect watercourses and drainage lines;
e)    protect vegetation on steep slopes; and
f)    form a scenic backdrop for residential
      development;
AND
020 The open space network links-
a)    forests including parts of Tewantin and
      Ringtail State Forests;
b)    the catchment of Lake Macdonald;
c)    the vegetated ranges of the sub-coastal
      escarpment in the north, south, and east of
      the locality; and
d)    the riparian corridors of the Six-Mile and
      Ringtail Creeks and their tributaries.
Noosa Trail Network
 021 A comprehensive network of bridle trails        The development has no impact upon the
and pedestrian and bicycle linkages is               Noosa Trail Network.
established, enhanced and protected
 incorporating road reserves, State forests,
Council owned land and private lands consistent
with the lifestyle and outdoor recreation needs of
 Noosa's residents and visitors;




AND


022 The Noosa Trail Network in the locality is
supported by overnight camping facilities, home-
hosted accommodation and signage, allowing
local residents and visitors to experience the
natural values of the area and to access key
destinations including-
a)    the town of Cooroy;
b)    Lake Macdonald;
c)    the Botanic Gardens; and
d)    State forests, conservation parks and other
      recreation facilities in the locality.




Pedestrian and bicycle pathways
023 Safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle       Pedestrian and bicycle pathways are
pathways are provided and retained between and       available and contributions toward a




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