Meeting papers

Performance outcomes                                             Acceptable Outcomes
PO21                                                           AO21.1
Buildings and structures are low rise and unobtrusive, respond Buildings are of a light­weight construction and incorporate
to the landscape and landform character and incorporate high natural sustainable materials where possible, including natural
quality building and landscape design consistent with the      timber and natural rock.
character of open space in Noosa Shire.
                                                               Editor’s Note— By way of example, rock facing or mass rock
                                                               walls are used rather than rendered block.

                                                                 AO21.2
                                                                 Buildings and structures incorporate colours and textures that
                                                                 blend with and complement the natural setting through low
                                                                 reflective surfaces and timbers that can fade to grey without
                                                                 requiring high maintenance.

                                                                 Editor’s Note— Colours and materials that blend well with the
                                                                 colours and hues of the surrounding vegetation and landscape
                                                                 without causing glare or reflection are likely to be in the violet,
                                                                 blue, green and yellow green side of the spectrum as well as
                                                                 greys or browns including low gloss metal finishes. Broad
                                                                 expanses of a single colour are less desirable and where
                                                                 possible should be broken up by other colours or design
                                                                 elements. Whites or bright colours should be restricted to
                                                                 trimming.

                                                                 AO21.3
                                                                 Structures, improvements and public art are subtle and
                                                                 sensitive to the environment and local character.
Roof form
PO22                                                             AO22
Roof forms contribute positively to the local skyline and do not The main roof of the building has a roof pitch no less than 5
present an appearance of excessive bulk to adjacent sites or degrees and incorporates minimum 600 millimetre eaves.
public spaces around the site.
                                                                 Editor’s Note — a 450 millimetre eave with a 150 millimetre
                                                                 gutter meets a 600 millimetre eave requirement.
PO23                                                             AO23
Buildings, structures and site facilities provide equitable      Site facilities provide for equitable access, safety and comfort
access and comfort for all members of the community              for all anticipated site users.
including seniors, families with young children, and people
with disability or mobility impairment.
PO24                                                             AO24
Different styles of seating and shaded spaces are provided for A reasonable level of shade is provided over public facilities
comfort and to promote social interaction.                       (such as seating, tables and chairs and playground
                                                                 equipment) to improve the amenity and aesthetics of the
                                                                 facilities and filter or block ultraviolet radiation.

                                                                 Editor’s Note— Design considerations for creating shade at
                                                                 public facilities is available from Queensland Health, specific
                                                                 to facilities such as sporting grounds, public pools and parks
                                                                 and recreation areas.



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