Information Request MCU23-0135 [As Published] · MCU23/0135

                 Having regard to the Framework and Character Plan (Figure 7.2.4.5) links are also shown to
                 west of the existing open space area and leading to the (now) proposed Transit Centre location
                 (Lot 24) and to the crossing of the main east west key pedestrian link from the existing Noosa
                 Civic (Stage 1) and the proposed Village Mixed Use Precinct. These links are shown both
                 internally to Stage 1 and externally along the existing carpark area to the east and to the west
                 of the open space spine, where the existing service road is located to the east of Stage 1. It is
                 expected that pedestrian access will be fluid around the NBC, being within and external to the
                 built form.
                 Information Required:
                 3. The proposed development is for a significant expansion of the retail facilities within the
                    NBC and therefore while located within the Retail Precinct, will have a significant impact
                    on pedestrian movement and permeability to all other nearby and adjoining precincts.
                    While having regard to the linkages shown on the NBC Framework & Character Plan
                    (Figure 7.2.4.52), the applicant is to provide further information addressing the following:

                          a) The pedestrian linkages that are to be provided to all nearby and adjoining
                             precincts, including to the proposed Transit Centre in Lot 24, and the Village Mixed
                             Use development. These linkages are to be external to the proposed built form and
                             contribute to and provide for permeability towards the east of the existing and
                             proposed development.

                          b) Explain and demonstrate how is it intended to provide a pedestrian link from the
                             existing Noosa Civic (Stage 1) to the Village Mixed Use Precinct across to the open
                             space spine, given the location of the existing services area to the east of this
                             development. Further, how this pedestrian link will link with the intended pedestrian
                             and cycleway link along the western edge of open space spine that runs north and
                             south.

                          c) The proposed loading and service area for Stage 2 is not conducive to pedestrian
                             permeability towards the east to the proposed Transit Centre and along the
                             western side of the open space spine area and linking with the connection to the
                             Village Mixed Use Precinct to the north and south.

                          d) Provide amended proposal plans to facilitate the pedestrian and cycle linkages as
                             required by the NBC Framework & Character Plan (Figure 7.2.4.5).


                 Activation and Engagement
                 Issue:
                 The Major Centre Zone Code envisages the NBC being a place where the streetscapes will
                 have visual amenity, are activated, vibrant and have pedestrian scale and interest. When
                 considered alongside the existing and proposed built form within the various precincts, it is
                 intended to provide a walkable, active and pedestrian friendly streetscapes within the NBC.
                 While car use will always be a major factor, the design and siting of development to facilitate
                 high amenity, walkable and green streetscapes. To that end, performance outcomes PO8,
                 PO21, PO22, PO24, PO26, PO28 are most relevant, when having regard to the following:
                 A. Lack of street activation:
                 Building and tenancy entrances should be placed to be visible not just from the internalised
                 pedestrian mall but also from the street (i.e. Civic Drive, and the roadway separating the
                 proposal from the existing Noosa Civic (Stage 1), with direct, generous, weather proofed
                 connections to the local footpath network, carparking and the other buildings within the centre.




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