Appendix B Code Assessment Report - 14-16 Mary Street, Noosaville - Bounce Hostels 15.6.2018

f) are well articulated with strong horizontal and vertical
design elements to provide an interesting streetscape and to
complement landform changes and landscapes.
Setbacks                                                           S9.1 Buildings and structures comply with the setbacks   Complies
O9 Buildings and other structures are appropriately designed       identified in Schedule 1 - Minimum Boundary              The four pavilion buildings have been
and sited to—                                                      Setbacks.                                                appropriately sited. Large vegetated side
a) provide amenity for users of the premises as well as                                                                     and rear boundaries provide guests and
preserve the visual and acoustic amenity of adjoining and                                                                   adjacent properties with landscaped
nearby properties;                                                                                                          buffers which are visually pleasing and
b) provide adequate distance from adjoining land uses;                                                                      reduce the perceived noise and light
c) allow space for required vehicle parking;                                                                                pollution generated by the proposed
d) preserve any existing vegetation that will buffer the                                                                    hostel accommodation.
proposed building;
e) allow for landscaping to be provided between buildings;
f) maintain the visual continuity and pattern of buildings and
landscape elements within the street; g) avoid large areas of
continuous wall planes by varying the building setbacks and
using appropriate techniques to provide visual relief; and
h) help protect the natural character and visual amenity of the
Noosa River system and other watercourses.
Site cover, gross floor area and plot ratio                        No solution provided                                     Complies
O10 The site cover, gross floor area and plot ratio of buildings                                                            The proposed building massing and
and other roofed structures—                                                                                                composition is consistent with the strategic
a) results in a building scale that is compatible with                                                                      intent of the site as prescribed within the
surrounding development;                                                                                                    Mary Street/Thomas Street Precinct.
b) does not present an appearance of bulk to adjacent
properties, roads or other areas in the vicinity of the site;                                                               Internal soft and hard landscaping has been
c) maximises the retention of existing vegetation and allows                                                                varied to create unique spaces within the
for soft landscaping between buildings;                                                                                     development for respite for guests.
d) allows for adequate area at ground level for outdoor                                                                     Statement landscaping treatments have
recreation, entertainment, clothes drying and other site                                                                    been incorporated at the entry of the
facilities; and                                                                                                             development to create a positive
e) facilitates onsite stormwater management and vehicular                                                                   streetscape appeal and visual interest.
access.
                                                                                                                            The development presents a light, natural
                                                                                                                            and transparent living environment and

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