Objectiontothe Proposed Commercial Development Tim · MCU13/0092

Objection to the Proposed Commercial  Development in the Open Space Recreation zoned area of Peregian Beach
To The Chief Executive Officer, Sunshine Coast Regional Council
Locked Bag 72, Sunshine Coast Mail Centre, QLD 4560
File No: MCU13/0092.   Applicant: Multispan Australia
Address of Land: 5‐7 Rufous street, Peregian Beach.
Proposal: Integrated shopping complex

I object to the development application above.
We live in Woodland Drive and the potential traffic impacts of such a proposal would be very significant for us. It would also have a  substantial adverse impact on the amenity of the residential areas all around the proposed centre, as well as the community activities in Rufous street.
Peregian Beach’s character is closely aligned with low-key, green, quiet space. I see that preliminary advice from council to Multi Span says “The site is zoned Open Space Recreation and the proposed retail and commercial uses are Inconsistent within the zone. At the Pre-lodgement Meeting held on 2 July 2012, the council advised the applicant: “the proposal presents a serious conflict with The Noosa Plan.”
In the same document, the council notes that “The Overall Outcomes for the Open Space Recreation Zone seek the site be used to contribute to the desired lifestyle of residents by offering a variety of passive and active recreational experiences that are conducive to community interaction and wellbeing.”
We have five shopping centres within a 10km radius of this site – surely this is sufficient to provide enough for everyone.  Only five years ago there were only three such centres. Peregian Beach population is close to capacity now, we just do not need more shopping centres.
We are keen tennis players and our family seek to  live healthy and active lives. The Sunshine Coast Council Open Space Strategy 2011 identifies that “Peregian Beach locality area is generally under provided for with recreational parks”(2011:35). The loss of this recreational land for residents and visitors denies future generations  precious facilities to maintain healthy and active lives.
At our local tennis club we have players ranging in age from five  to 85 and we have over 200 people playing tennis at our club each week.  There is plenty of potential in this area for more tennis courts and other recreation facilities to thrive on the Bowls Club site.
Submitter Full Name: Tim Baker
Address: 25 Woodland Drive
Date of Submission: 25 August 2013
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