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Amenity and Function
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Development in the Noosa Heads Local Plan Area generally (All Zones)
PO1 Complies
Development enhances the role of No acceptable outcome provided
Noosa Heads as the principal focus
for visitor accommodation and
services in Noosa Shire with high
levels of accessibility to outdoor
recreational pursuits and urban
services.
PO2 Complies
Development contributes to the No acceptable outcome provided
lifestyle and amenity of residents of
Noosa Heads and its surroundings
and services coastal communities to
the southeast.
PO3 AO3.1 Not applicable
Development contributes to the Development adjacent to a gateway or
establishment of attractive special place or on land identified as a
streetscapes to enhance the character key corner in Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
of Noosa Heads. Junction Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings Street
Framework and Character plan):
(a) incorporates architectural and
landscape treatments which
emphasise the corner location
as shown in Figure AP310A
and Figure AP310B; and
(b) incorporates building
materials such as varied roof
forms, changes in materials
and variations in projected
and recessed elements and Not applicable
facades.
AO3.2
Development adjacent to a primary
streetscape treatment area on Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework
and Character plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5
(Hastings Street Framework and
Character plan) provides streetscape
improvements which are appropriate
to the location, setting and context of
the development and complement
existing or proposed streetscape
works in the local area. Not applicable
AO3.3
Development on Key Development
Sites identified on Figure 7.2.5.4
(Noosa Junction Framework and
Character Plan) incorporates a high
standard of architectural design and
landscape treatment consistent with
the streetscape character.
Editor’s Note— For further
guidance and context in
interpreting the Framework and
Character Plans please refer to PSP7
Framework and Character Plans.
PO4 AO4 Not applicable
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The visual amenity and character Development adjacent to the major
surrounding the major road network road network, particularly Sunshine
and entrance roads, is protected and Beach Road, Eenie Creek Road,
enhances the entrances to Noosa Noosa Drive and Noosa Parade
Heads. incorporates landscaping that
complements the natural species
occurring in the local area, protects
existing vegetation within the road
reserve and incorporates design
elements that add visual interest to
the streetscape.
PO5 AO5 Complies
Development retains enhances the Development retains and enhances The Council’s mapping reflects the fact
existing mature trees and character existing mature trees and character that the existing vegetation on site is
vegetation contributing to the vegetation contributing to the non remnant and dominated by hoop
vegetated backdrop, character and vegetated backdrop, character and pine, Bribie Island pine and brush box.
habitat values of the local area. habitat values of the local plan area, As a result, the vegetation is not
including: mapped in the Plan as character
(a) Noosa National Park and vegetation or as having ecological
Weyba Creek conservation value. Nonetheless, the proposed
areas; layout has been designed to protect
and retain as many of the more
(b) the vegetated hills which frame valuable mature trees as practically
Noosa Heads, Laguna Bay, possible.
Noosa Inlet and Hastings
Street;
(c) the foreshore areas of the
Noosa River, Lake Weyba,
Weyba Creek and their
associated riparian
communities;
(d) Noosa Spit/Noosa Woods;
(e) street trees along Hastings
Street;
(f) the vegetated drainage lines
through residential estates;
and
(g) other character vegetation
where identified in Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5
(Hastings Street Framework
and Character plan)
PO6 AO6.1 Not applicable
Development retains significant views Development does not intrude upon
and vistas contributing to the setting important gateways and sightlines
and character of the local plan area. including:
(a) significant views to the
ocean, Noosa River and
coastal lowlands from
streets, beaches and other
public places;
(b) the vegetated backdrop of
Noosa Hill as seen from
Noosa Main Beach and the
Hastings Street area;
(c) views from Hastings Street to
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Main Beach;
(d) vistas over Laguna Bay and to
the Noosa National Park and
the vegetation stands and hills
within Little Cove;
(e) the scenic view of Noosa
National Park and Weyba
Creek from Cooloola and
Not applicable
Weyba Park Estates; and
(f) vistas across Noosa River from
Noosa Sound.
AO6.2
For Noosa Junction Major Centre and
Hastings Street Visitor Centre,
buildings and structures do not
significantly interrupt or encroach
upon key contextual views as identified
on Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Not applicable
Framework and Character plan) and
Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings Street
Framework and Character plan) and
shown in Figure 7.2.5.7, Figure 7.2.5.8,
and Figure 7.2.5.10.
AO6.3
Buildings and other structures visible
from the beach or public spaces use
materials and finishes that Not applicable
complement the beachside character
and integrate with the surrounding
natural landscape and skyline
vegetation.
AO6.4
Views of building or structures from
the beach are framed or filtered
through vegetation.
Editor's note— Refer to Figure AP3 3A
Built Form and Streetscape
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Built Form and Streetscape
PO7 AO7.1 Complies
Buildings, structures and landscaping Development takes the form of small The development comprises a number
is integrated with the natural separate buildings rather than large of separate buildings. The prevailing
landscape and reflect the beachside, single bulky buildings, stepping down slope across the site drops from the
riverside or hillside character and slopes where applicable and not north east to south western corners of
setting of the local plan area in terms visually dominating the street, the site with ground levels dropping
of form, composition and protection of beachfront, riverfront, adjacent from approximately 77mAHD to
neighbourhood amenity. properties, surrounding spaces or the 72mAHD. As a result the northern and
existing skyline. eastern side of the site are generally
higher. Given the prevailing slope and
the need to provide equitable access
for the residents some earthworks are
required on the site. The extent of
earthworks varies but the layout
retains, or is close to the existing
ground level, adjacent to Viewland
Drive and on the eastern portion of the
site. As the ground level drops towards
the western site boundary some fill will
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be required adjacent to the Share
House and Villa. As both these
buildings will remain in keeping with
the scale of the development on
adjoining properties and throughout
the local area.
AO7.2 Complies
Buildings and structures have a scale The development comprises a mix of
and building height consistent with single and two storey buildings. This
development on adjoining and scale and type of built form is entirely
surrounding land. consistent with the prevailing
character of the area.
AO7.3 Complies
Buildings and structures preserve the There are residential properties
amenity of adjoining land including abutting the western and southern
sunlight to neighbouring properties. boundaries of the site.
All the buildings adjacent to the
western boundary (share House &
Villa) are single storey and comply with
the Council’s minimum boundary
setback. The Villa which is in the south
western corner of the site is also set
back at least 5.4m from the southern
boundary.
The apartment building in the south
eastern corner of the site is two (2)
storeys which has a minimum setback
of 2.42m to the southern boundary.
Given the adjoining buildings are
located on the southern side of the
proposed apartment building it is
considered that the amount of sunlight
enjoyed by these properties will not be
adversely affected. In addition,
appropriate screening measures and
dense landscaping will be used to
minimise overlooking from the two
balconies shown at first floor level of
the apartments.
AO7.4 Complies
Development respects the scale of Existing trees will be retained wherever
surrounding vegetation and maximises practical and additional planting is
the opportunity for retention of proposed throughout the site to help
existing vegetation and incorporates create a high quality and attractive
soft landscaping between buildings. landscape setting for the
development.
AO7.5 Complies
Buildings and structures: The proposed design building designs
(a) incorporate articulated roof include a variety of roof profiles, a
forms which are visible from mixture of materials, balconies, colours
the street; and articulation to create a high quality
development that will enhance the
(b) incorporate a mix of character and appearance of the local
lightweight and textured area.
external building materials or
materials that reflect the
natural environment such as
timber and rock face;
(c) provide variation through
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articulation, texture and
detailing;
(d) incorporate verandahs, open
balconies or shaded patios for
outdoor living, with open,
transparent or semiopen
balustrades;
(e) use understated colour
schemes and lowreflective
roofing and cladding
materials.
Editor's note— Refer to Figure AP33A
Centres and Services
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Centres and Services
PO8 Not applicable
The Noosa Heads local plan area No acceptable outcome provided
is serviced by the following
centres that provide business,
entertainment and community
activities consistent with the
Noosa Shire Centres Hierarchy:
(a) Noosa Junction Major centre;
(b) Quamby Place Neighbourhood
centre; and
(c) Hastings Street Visitor centre.
PO9 AO9.1 Not applicable
Noosa Junction is a major activity Development in Noosa Junction is to
centre servicing the coastal part of be generally in accordance with
Noosa Shire providing a wide range Figure 7.2.5.4 ( Noosa Junction
of centre activities and employment Framework and Character Plan).
including:
(a) retail uses of supermarkets and AO9.2
specialty retail; The redevelopment of the former
Bowls site in Noosa Junction includes
(b) commercial and professional the dedication of land zoned
office space; Recreation and Open Space Zone with
a minimum area of 1,000m2 to be
(c) creative industries; located generally in accordance with
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
(d) education; Framework and Character Plan).
(e) health and wellbeing;
(f) entertainment activities;
(g) small dwellings in mixeduse
format;
(h) high quality open space and
public realm; and
(i) a transport hub.
PO10 AO10 Not applicable
Development reinforces the main Development on Sunshine Beach Road
street character of Hastings between Noosa Drive and Berrima Row,
Street, Sunshine Beach Road, Arcadia Street, the northern side of
Arcadia Street and the northern Lanyana Way and Hastings Street is
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side of Lanyana Way with a attractive, vibrant and pedestrian
pedestrian scale of friendly.
development and visual
linkages to open space and Editor's note— Refer to Figure 7.2.5.6
natural areas such as Noosa and Figure 7.2.5.9 for character and
National Park, Noosa Hill and built form outcomes for Hastings Street
Noosa Main Beach and Pinaroo and Sunshine Beach Road.
Park.
PO11 AO11 Not applicable
Development in a Centre zone or Development:
Tourist Accommodation zone in (a) respects the layout, scale
Hastings Street: (including height and
(a) is sympathetic to the setback) and character of
existing character, development on adjoining
streetscape and built form; sites;
(b) contributes to the variety (b) includes detailing and
of low set and walk up articulation for horizontal
building styles in the emphasis;
streetscape;
(c) provides a fine scale of built
(c) creates vibrant and active form;
streets and public spaces; and
(d) provides active street
(d) provides integrated and frontages where identified as
functional car parking and primary active street frontage
access arrangements that do on Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
not dominate the street. Junction Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.5.5 (Hastings Street
Framework and Character plan)
that incorporate shopfronts,
indoor/outdoor cafes and
restaurants and other activities
that are likely to foster casual,
social and business interaction
for extended periods. Refer to
Figure AP38A for design
outcomes for active
streetscapes.
(e) has building openings
overlooking the street and
addressing key corners as
indicated on Figure 7.2.5.4
(Noosa Junction Framework
and Character plan) or Figure
7.2.5.5 (Hastings Street
Framework and Character
plan) and Figure AP37A; and
(f) includes the provision of
landscaping, shaded seating
and consistent and simple
paving materials on footpaths
consistent with the character
of its setting including where
shown as primary streetscape
treatment area on Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
Framework and Character
plan) or Figure 7.2.5.5
(Hastings Street Framework
and Character plan).
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PO12 Not applicable
Development in the Neighbourhood No acceptable outcome provided
Centre zone at Quamby Place provides
dining options and lower order goods
and services to support the daytoday
needs of residents and visitors.
PO13 AO13.1 Not applicable
Development is high quality, low rise Pedestrian pathways in and around
and pedestrian focussed reinforcing Hastings Street are maintained for
the character of Hastings Street as a pedestrians as the priority and business
principal focal point for visitors. activities extending to pathways is
limited in extent.
AO13.2
There is no decrease in the amount of
public open space in or around
Hastings Street.
AO13.3
Vehicular access to Hastings Street is
gained via Noosa Drive only.
PO14 Not applicable
Development within the Community No acceptable outcome provided
Facilities zone contributes to
community infrastructure,
utilities and services.
PO15 Not applicable
Office and retail businesses in Noosa No acceptable outcome provided
Heads are typically of a smaller
scale while large floorplate and
land intensive uses including
showrooms, bulky goods and
outdoor sales are more
appropriately located in
Noosaville.
Housing Choice
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Housing Choice
PO16 AO16 Not applicable
Residential development within the Residential dwellings within the Major
Major Centre zone incorporates Centre zone:
small dwellings that provide long (a) do not exceed a floor area of
term housing for employees and 100m2; and
students.
(b) are part of a mixeduse
development with
nonresidential uses at the
ground level.
PO17 Not applicable
Sites currently used or approved for No acceptable outcome provided
residential care facilities continue to
provide such services into the future.
PO18 Not applicable
Development in the Low Density No acceptable outcome provided
Residential zone maintains a high
level of residential amenity for
permanent residents.
Visitor Facilities
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Visitor Facilities
PO19 Not applicable
Development in the Tourist No acceptable outcome provided
Accommodation zone and other
resort complexes provide visitor
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accommodation into the future to
preserve and support the role of
Noosa Heads as a tourism focus area.
Noosa River
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Noosa River
PO20 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable
Commercial development on or
adjacent to the Noosa River:
(a) provides for uses for
marine facility
purposes only,
including water
transport and boat
hire;
(b) is compatible with the scenic
values of the waterway;
(c) provides a high level of
amenity, including
ensuring low ambient
noise levels;
(d) does not increase the
overall scale and intensity
of commercial operations;
(e) ensures no net increase in
gross floor area of building
and structures;
(f) uses materials, natural
finishes and colours that
blend with the
surrounding natural
landscape; and
(g) reflects the character and
setting of the waterfront
locality (such as timber and
tin construction with a
traditional pitched roof
design).
PO21 AO21.1 Not applicable
Commercial development on and No additional commercial leases are
adjacent to the Noosa River is not created on or adjacent to the Noosa
increased or expanded beyond River.
existing building footprints and
structures within existing lease areas.
AO21.2
Development does not increase the
overall building footprint, gross
floor area or height of buildings or
structures associated with
commercial jetties.
PO22 Not applicable
The loading and unloading of No acceptable outcome provided.
passengers and boat docking is
confined to the commercial lease
areas of the respective commercial
operation.
Access and Connectivity
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Access & Connectivity
PO23 AO23 Not applicable
Development integrates with and Development on land including or
extends the existing street and adjoining a key pedestrian/cycle link
pathway networks including but shown on Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
not limited to those identified on Junction Framework and Character
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction plan) and Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings
Framework and Character plan) Street Framework and Character
and Figure 7.2.5.5 (Hastings Street plan) facilitates these connections.
Framework and Character plan)
such that connections to and
between key local destinations are
provided and reinforced.
PO24 AO24 Not applicable
Development of Lot 3 on RP884396, A link road is constructed to Council's
being the former Noosa Heads specifications as part of the first stage
bowls club, provides a new road link of redevelopment of Lot 3 RP884396
connecting Noosa Drive near generally in accordance with Figure
Pinnaroo Park to Lanyana Way to 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework
improve local connectivity. and Character Plan) and is dedicated to
Council at no cost.
PO25 Complies
Development: No acceptable outcome provided
(a) avoids the generation of
excessive traffic or amenity
impacts on Hastings Street,
Noosa Parade or Noosa Drive;
(b) avoids through traffic on
residential streets;
(c) maintains Hastings Street as a
narrow traffic way;
(d) minimises the potential for
conflict between pedestrian
and vehicular traffic by
consolidating, rather than
increasing vehicular access
points across footpaths; and
(e) ensures car parking does not
dominate the streetscape.
Environment, Natural Resources and Recreation
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Environment, natural resources and recreation
PO26 AO26 Not applicable
Development has no significant Connecting Habitat Areas as identified
adverse impacts on biodiversity, on Map SFM4 - Biodiversity (Strategic
natural vegetation, native fauna Framework) are protected from
habitat, landscape quality, water fragmentation and encroachment by
quality or cultural heritage values, development.
including those related to—
(a) changes to natural drainage;
(b) disturbance to any wetland
system;
(c) management of fire risk;
(d) erosion and the transport of
sediments off site;
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(e) unmanaged public access;
(f) changes to fauna habitat and
behaviour.
PO27 AO27 Not applicable
Development maintains and protects Open space corridors identified as
an integrated open space network to— Ecological Linkages and Major
(a) provide passive and active Recreation areas on Map SFM1
recreational pursuits; Settlement and Map SFM4
Biodiversity (Strategic Framework)
(b) provide connectivity for are enhanced and protected from
pedestrians and cyclists; fragmentation and encroachment by
development.
(c) provide habitat connectivity for
wildlife and fish passage;
(d) protect watercourses and
drainage lines;
(e) protect vegetation on steep
slopes; and
(f) form a scenic backdrop for
residential development.
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COMMUNITY FACILITIES ZONE CODE
Role and Function
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Role and function
PO1 Complies
The Community facilities zone No acceptable outcome provided
accommodates a range of community
activities, infrastructure activities,
special residential uses, recreation
activities and limited low scale
ancillary business uses.
PO2 Complies
Development maintains the ongoing No acceptable outcome provided
provision and use of Community
Facilities zoned land for community
related purposes.
PO3 Complies
Development No acceptable outcome provided
(a) is consistent with the specific
purpose as annotated on the
zone map; or
(b) where the annotated
purpose is no longer
meeting a community
need, replaces it with
another community
related use; or
(c) where there is no specific
purpose annotated on the
zone map, provides a use
consistent with the needs of
the local community.
PO4 Complies
The site and location are accessible and No acceptable outcome provided
suitable for the intended use and
population catchment it serves.
PO5 Complies
Uses are of a type, scale and intensity No acceptable outcome provided
consistent with community needs,
locational characteristics and
supporting infrastructure.
Noosa Business Centre Not applicable
PO6 AO6
The first stage of development at the The location of the transit facility is to
Noosa Business Centre Village mixed be generally in accordance with Figure
use precinct, High density residential 7.2.4.4 (Noosa Business Centre
precinct or the Business park precinct Framework and Character Plan).
(where immediately adjoining either
the Village mixed use precinct or the
High density residential precinct)
incorporates provision for a
subregional transit facility, on a
separate unencumbered lot with a
minimum area of 5,000m².
Residential care
PO7 AO7.1 Not applicable
Existing and approved sites for The following sites are retained as
retirement facilities and residential residential care facilities:
care facilities are retained and continue (a) ‘Kabara Noosa Care’ at 20
to provide such residential uses on Topaz Street, Cooroy, over
the site. Lot 102 SP236318;
(b) ‘Carramar Noosa Care’ at
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186 CooroyNoosa Road,
Tewantin, over Lot 2 on
RP177554 and Lots 18 and
19 on RP162486;
(c) ‘Japara Noosa Aged Care’
at 119 Moorindil St,
Tewantin, over Lot 1 on
SP146053;
(d) ‘Ozcare Noosa’ 100 Cooyar St, Not applicable
Noosa Heads, over Lot 9 on
RP225312
AO7.2
The following sites are developed and
retained as integrated residential care
and retirement facilities:
(a) Land at 82 100 McKinnon
Drive, Tewantin, described
as Lot 2 on RP220516 and
Lot 86 on MCH1415;
(b) Land at Ben Lexcen Drive
and Grasstree Court,
Sunrise Beach, over Lot 9
SP252905 and Lot 6
RP901384; and
(c) "Palm Lake Resort" at 15
Pearsons Road, Cooroy,
over Lots 102 and 103
SP287641.
PO8 Complies
Residential care and retirement No acceptable outcome provided The site is annotated as a potential
facilities develop where there is local residential care facility.
community demand for such residential
uses.
Shortterm accommodation Not applicable
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided
Shortterm accommodation develops
in conjunction with an educational
establishment or hospital on the same
site.
Indoor sport and recreation Not applicable
PO10 No acceptable outcome provided
Indoor sport and recreation develops in
conjunction with a community activity
on the same site and does not include
an amusement parlour or bowling alley.
Markets Not applicable
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided
Temporary or periodic markets are
supported by existing facilities and do
not significantly impact on the amenity,
safe traffic environment and character
of the surrounding area.
Club Not applicable
PO12 AO12
Clubs develop in conjunction with a Clubs do not exceed 500m².
community activity on the same site.
Food and drink outlets and shops Not applicable
PO13 AO13.1
Food and drink outlets and shops are Kiosks, cafés and shops are ancillary to
small scale and ancillary to the main the main recreation or community
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recreation or community activity on the activity on the same site and do not
same site. exceed a combined total use area of
150m² and sell only nonalcoholic
drinks and light meals.
AO13.2
Food and drink outlets within an
existing sporting club or community
use, including indoor and outdoor
dining space, does not exceed a gross
floor area of 150m²
Healthcare Not applicable
PO14 No acceptable outcome provided
Hospital and healthcare services
colocate on and near to existing
hospital or health care services sites to
complement existing services and
create health hubs where possible.
Noosa Airport Not applicable
PO15 No acceptable outcome provided
The amenity of sensitive land uses
surrounding Noosa Airport is not
adversely affected by the operations
of the Noosa airport.
PO16 Not applicable
The existing and future operational No acceptable outcome provided
requirements of the Noosa Airport are
protected from inappropriate or
incompatible development.
Built Form
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Built form
Height
PO17 AO17.1 Complies
Buildings and other structures: Within urban boundaries buildings
(a) are low rise and have a visual and other structures are no more
bulk and architectural scale than 8 metres in building height.
consistent with the character
of the area; AO17.2 Not applicable
Outside of urban boundaries
(b) do not visually buildings and structures are no
dominate the street more than 8 metres in building
and surrounding height, providing that they may be
up to 9 metres where the pitched
spaces;
roof but no other part of the
(c) preserve the amenity of building or structure exceeds 8
metres.
surrounding development
including privacy, views and
AO17.3 Complies
access to sunlight to Where excavation is required, the
residential dwellings; maximum portion of the exposed
external façade of the building
(d) respect the scale of the cannot exceed 8 metres in building
surrounding vegetation, height.
maintaining a vegetated Editor's note—refer to figure AP313A
skyline; and
Editor’s Note—utility installations and
(e) have a maximum building telecommunication facilities may
height of two storeys. require a greater height which would be
assessed on a case bycase basis but is
not likely to exceed 15 metres within
urban boundaries or 25 metres outside
urban boundaries.
Site cover, gross floor area and
building bulk AO18.1 Complies
PO18 Individual buildings do not exceed a
Buildings and other structures: gross floor area of 1,000m².
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(a) are fit for purpose and
respect the scale of AO18.2 Complies
surrounding The maximum length of wall in one
development; plane is 30 metres.
(b) do not present an AO18.3 Complies
appearance of bulk to No more than 50% of the site is covered The total site cover of the premises is
adjacent properties, roads by buildings or roofed structures. calculated to be 39.6%.
or other areas in the
vicinity of the site;
(c) maintains natural site
characteristics where
possible, including
native vegetation and
natural landforms;
(d) allows for adequate area at
ground level for
landscaping and site
facilities; and
(e) facilitates onsite
stormwater management
and vehicular access.
Setbacks
PO19 AO19.1 Alternative Solution
Buildings and other structures: Buildings and roofed structures are set The covered areas of private open
(a) provide amenity for users of back: space in from the respite and house
the premises as well as (a) for sites within urban encroach 1.5m into the preferred 6m
preserve the visual and boundaries at least: building to the front setback.
acoustic amenity of
adjoining and nearby (i) 6 metres from a road Minor encroachment on southern
frontage; and boundary and eastern boundary if we
properties;
do a RAL. Checking POS area on
(b) allow space for required vehicle (ii) 3 metres from other western side to see if roofed.
parking; boundaries unless the land
adjoins the Environmental
(c) preserve existing vegetation to Management and
buffer the building; Conservation Zone where
the minimum setback is
(d) allow for landscaping between 5m; or
buildings;
(b) for sites outside of the urban
Not applicable
(e) avoid large areas of boundaries at least:
continuous wall planes by
varying the building (i) for uses involving towers
setbacks and using or tanks, a distance at least
appropriate techniques to equal to the height of the
provide visual relief; and structure;
(f) help protect the natural (ii) otherwise 10 metres from
character and visual amenity any boundary.
of the Noosa River system
and other watercourses AND
where relevant.
(c) a distance greater the riparian
Not applicable
buffer area shown on
Biodiversity, Waterways and
Wetlands Overlay maps.
(d) 100 metres from the level of Not applicable
Highest Astronomical Tide
(HAT) in tidal areas (and to
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incorporate natural
vegetation and other buffer
elements)
(e) 50 metres from freshwater Not applicable
habitats (and to incorporate
natural vegetation and other
buffer elements)
AO19.2
Childcare centres Not applicable
All buildings, structures and outdoor
play areas are set back at least 3 metres
from all site boundaries adjoining a
residential activity or land included in a
residential zone.
AO19.3
Place of public worship Not applicable
Buildings, structure and communal
gathering areas are setback 10m from a
residential zone and 3m from all other
zones.
AO19.4
Buildings and structures with frontage Not applicable
to the Noosa River system are set back
not less than 10 metres from the mean
high water mark as shown in Figure
AP315A.
Editor's note— If there is a conflict
between minimum boundary setbacks,
the greater setback prevails.
Building Design and Streetscape
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Building design and streetscape
PO20 Not applicable
Development for community and No acceptable outcome provided
recreation activities are located,
designed and operated to:
(a) provide focal points for the
community;
(b) relate to the setting and
character of the locality
where relevant;
(c) be accessible and functional
for a wide range of users; and
(d) maximise
opportunities for
colocating a range
of compatible
community and
recreation activities.
PO21 Complies
Buildings are designed using design No acceptable outcome provided
elements and materials that reflect the
local streetscape character of the area.
PO22 Complies
Development incorporates a high No acceptable outcome provided
standard of architecture, design and
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landscaping and creates attractive and
functional buildings, streets and places.
PO23 Complies
Streetscape treatments are provided to No acceptable outcome provided
enhance the character and amenity of
the street, particularly along major
roads.
PO24 AO24.1 Complies
Buildings and other structures present Buildings incorporate horizontal and
a high level of architectural merit with vertical articulation.
building elements and forms that:
(a) are consistent with the AO24.2 Complies
bulk and scale of Elevations are no longer than 15 metres
buildings on adjoining without articulation of at least 0.75
and nearby land; metres and present subtle changes in
textures and materials to break up
(b) break down the facade into building facades.
finer scaled components;
(c) provide strong visual AO24.3 Complies
relationships to the Buildings incorporate:
landscape, natural (a) variations in plan shape, such
features and as steps, recesses, projections
or splays;
(d) recreation areas in the vicinity;
(b) variations in the vertical
(e) create a pedestrian scale with profile, with steps or slopes at
visual interest; different levels;
(f) present subtle changes in (c) variations in the treatment
colours, textures and and patterning of windows,
materials to break up the sun protection and shading
building facades; devices, or other elements of
a façade treatment at a finer
(g) integrate signage with the scale than the overall building
building design; structure;
(h) integrate landscaping (d) balconies, verandas or
into the building design terraces; and
and car parking areas;
(e) planting, particularly on
(i) is well articulated with strong podiums, terraces, and low
horizontal and vertical design level roof decks or
elements providing an incorporate other landscape
interesting streetscape; and elements such as green walls.
(j) complement landform changes
and landscape features.
PO25 Complies where applicable
Buildings and other structures present No acceptable outcome provided
a high quality streetscape with design
elements and building forms that:
(a) define the street and public
spaces;
(b) provide a consistent building
alignment fronting the street
and public spaces;
(c) contribute to the
streetscape activity and
vibrancy of the street if
located in a business
centre;
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(d) create pedestrian scale and
visual interest;
(e) contribute to their setting,
including the skyline;
(f) enhance corner sites as
key focal points that
contribute positively to
defining the street; and
(g) where a community or
recreation activity, retain and
provide areas for outdoor
gathering and meeting
opportunities on the ground
level.
PO26 Not applicable
Buildings on corner sites define the No acceptable outcome provided
street intersection and include
interesting or decorative features and
design elements.
Landscaping
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Landscaping
PO27 AO27.1 Complies
Landscape treatments soften and Entries, outdoor spaces and outdoor
improve the visual appearance of dining areas are treated with hard and
the building, outdoor spaces and soft landscaping features.
service areas.
AO27.2 Noted
Landscaping may be used to conceal,
and reduce the noise generated from,
mechanical plant equipment, loading
bays, storage and service areas.
PO28 AO28.1
Landscaped areas are provided to: The minimum area required for
(a) reduce the impervious landscaping is no less than 15% of the
area and enhance the site area with the following minimum
visual amenity and dimensions:
natural landscape (a) Frontage— average width of 2 Complies
character of the area, metres; and
streetscape and local
(b) Side boundaries—3 metres Generally complies
area;
width along all boundaries
(b) retain existing native that adjoin land in a
vegetation and enhance residential zone
buffer areas around property
boundaries; AO28.2 Complies
Landscaping is designed, planted and
(c) suit the relative size and
maintained in accordance with PSP2
nature of the development Landscaping.
and its setting;
(d) reduce the visual impact of
large or bulky structures
and fencing along
watercourses;
(e) conceal service, car parking,
loading and service areas of
developments;
(f) contribute to pedestrian
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comfort through shade; and
(g) screen incompatible land uses.
Safety and Amenity
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Safety and amenity
PO29 AO29 Complies
Where land adjoins the major road Where adjoining land in a residential
network, land within a residential zone or a sensitive land use:
zone or a sensitive land use: (a) a minimum 1.8 metre high solid
(a) development is acoustic screen fence and a 2
appropriately setback metre wide landscape strip is
and buffered by provided along the full length
vegetation or other of all common site boundaries;
screening; and
(b) development is of a scale (b) intrusive or noise generating
compatible with buildings in outdoor activities are located
the adjoining residential and orientated away from
zone; and sensitive land uses.
(c) buildings and other structures
contribute to the streetscape
and skyline.
PO30 AO30 Not applicable
Buildings adjacent to land in a Outdoor sport and recreation uses
residential zone or sensitive land use are set back 50 metres from any
ensures the siting, design and hours sensitive land use.
of operation do not unreasonably
impact on the amenity enjoyed by
users of adjoining or nearby
premises.
Overlooking AO31 Complies
PO31 Development is sited to avoid Landscaping and appropriate
Development maintains reasonable overlooking by siting windows and screening has been included in the
privacy, amenity and use of indoor and outdoor areas, (including balconies and design to minimise the potential for
outdoor living areas to surrounding terraces) to not look into residential future residents to overlook adjoining
residential uses. dwellings and may incorporate properties.
screening over building openings.
PO32 AO32 Complies
Service areas including loading, waste Areas used for the loading or unloading
storage areas, mechanical plant and of goods or equipment, mechanical
open air storage are presented in a plant, storage of waste or machinery or
manner that does not detract from stockpiling of other material on site are:
the visual amenity of the local area. (a) located no closer than 3 metres
from any boundary; and
(b) screened from view from
outside the site.
PO33 Complies
Development creates a safe No acceptable outcomes provided
environment by incorporating key
elements of crime prevention through
environmental design in its layout
considering:
(a) casual surveillance and sight
lines;
(b) exterior building design that
promotes safety;
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(c) lighting;
(d) signage and wayfinding;
(e) minimising entrapment
locations; and
(f) building entrances, loading
and storage areas that are well
lit and lockable after hours.
Editor’s note—development should
reflect the principles of Crime
Prevention through Environmental
Design Guidelines for Queensland.
Lighting PO34 AO34.1 Can be conditioned to comply
Lighting of appropriate intensities is Lighting of appropriate intensities is
provided to building entrances, provided which satisfies the
carparks and pedestrian paths is requirements of Australian Standard
provided to maximise safety. AS1158: Public Lighting Code unless
otherwise specified in this Code.
AO34.2 Can be conditioned to comply
Recreation and open space areas are lit
according to AS4282— Control of the
obtrusive effects of outdoor lighting
while still being a minimum 20 lux at
footpath level.
AO34.3 Can be conditioned to comply
External lighting of a graduated
intensity is provided which starts at a
lower level of brightness at the
perimeter of the site and rises to a
higher level at the entrance to buildings
or at the centre of the site.
AO34.4 Can be conditioned to comply
Lighting is directed onto the site and
away from neighbouring properties.
AO34.5 Can be conditioned to comply
Vandalresistant lighting is used in
publicly accessible areas.
PO35 AO35.1 Complies
All property boundaries are clearly Boundaries are identified by such
identifiable with public and private means as:
spaces clearly defined. (a) fencing; or
(b) changes in surface materials or
levels; or
(c) landscape treatments.
AO35.2
Loading and storage areas are well lit or
can be locked after hours.
PO36 AO36 Complies
Sites containing utility installations, Security fencing, signage and
substations, telecommunications landscaping is provided to clearly
facilities, transport infrastructure or delineate private property and prevent
other infrastructure that pose a health unauthorised entry.
or safety risk are secure and maintain
public safety.
PO37 AO37 Complies
All premises and access routes are All premises are identified by the
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clearly identifiable to all persons, provision of the street number in a
particularly emergency services prominent location, preferably near the
personnel. site entry, (i.e. on the kerb or letterbox
or by signage on the building or site).
PO38 AO38.1 Complies
Building entries are visible and easily The number of entrances and exits are
identifiable. limited and main building
entrances/exits are located at the front
of the site in view of the street. Where
this is not possible, due to site or
existing building constraints, a
welldefined path is provided to the
entrance/exit.
AO38.2 Can be conditioned to comply
All entrances/exits to buildings are well
lit and signed.
AO38.3 Complies
Entrances/exits are located to provide a
direct link to driveways and car parking
areas.
AO38.4 Complies
Recessed doorways are avoided where
the recess is of sufficient size to conceal
a person. Where recessed doorways are
unavoidable, the following measures
are used to enhance safety:
(a) good lighting;
(b) strategically placed mirrors;
(c) angled approaches; or
(d) gates which restrict access.
PO39 AO39 Complies
Buildings and structures are designed Buildings or structures that are visible
to minimise opportunities for from and accessible from a public street
vandalism. or laneway—
(a) avoid the use of solid fences
and blank walls which attract
graffiti or where solid blank
surfaces are unavoidable,
employ measures in the form of
landscaping, creepers, murals,
vandal resistant paint;
(b) with windows at ground level
use measures that deter break
and enters; and
(c) are constructed to be vandal
and graffiti proof.
Site Access PO40 Complies
Development encourages the use of No acceptable outcome provided
public transport and access to the site
via alternative motor vehicles such as
scooters.
PO41 Complies
Vehicle, cyclist and pedestrian access to No acceptable outcome provided
a site for community and recreation
activities is appropriate for the
intended use and likely users, including
emergency vehicles, heavy vehicles,
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machinery and plant as well as the
general public.
Editor’s note— Development will meet
the requirements of the Driveways and
Parking Code.
PO42 AO42 Not applicable
Where located in the centre of towns Where on land adjacent to a centre
and villages or where involving uses zone, easily navigated car parking is
that attract children or aged persons, located at the rear of the building with
particular priority is given to pedestrian safe pedestrian movement prioritised
access, safety and amenity. between the building and the street.
Editor’s note— Specific access
requirements are specified with the
Community activities code.
PO43 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable
Vehicle access to Carramar Noosa Care
is to be via Cooroy Noosa Road only
with no vehicular access off Carramar
Street, Tewantin
Vehicle loading and waste Complies
PO44 AO44
Vehicle loading / unloading and waste Vehicle loading/unloading, waste
storage and collection areas do not storage/collection and external storage
significantly impact on the visual or areas are enclosed within a service yard
acoustic amenity of the site or it's or courtyard and located to the rear or
surrounds. under the building and not located
along any frontage to a public street or
open space.
Pedestrian and cycling connectivity Not applicable
PO45 AO45
Areas used for community and Areas used for community and
recreation activities complement, and recreation activities are physically
where practicable, are connected to connected by a sealed pathway to other
open space or community uses. land in the Community facilities zone,
Recreation and Open Space zone and
the Environmental management and
conservation zone within a radius of
500 metres of the site.
PO46 AO46.1 Complies
Pedestrian safety and convenience is Car parking is not located forward of
not threatened or reduced by the front building line or front building
additional vehicular driveways. setback and is screened from view from
the street.
AO46.2 Complies
Provision is made for shared driveways
to minimise the number of driveways
interrupting the flow of pedestrians
along the footpath.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP311A
for design outcomes for car parking.
PO47 AO47 Not applicable
Multi deck car parking is located and Car parking is sleeved with active land
designed so that it is effectively uses at street level where possible and
screened to street frontages at ground include landscaping or design features
level with upper floors to be landscaped at upper levels where visible from
or designed to have a good amenity public spaces.
when viewed from public spaces within
and surrounding the centre.
Earthworks and drainage
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Earthworks and drainage
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PO48 AO48 Complies
Development and associated site Development and associated site
works including filling, excavation works, including filling and excavation,
and retaining structures do not are designed and constructed to ensure
directly, indirectly or cumulatively overland flow and/or flooding is not
cause adverse impacts external to worsened, impeded, or otherwise
the development site by: diverted to adversely affect other
(a) causing ponding of water on properties.
the site or nearby land;
(b) increasing flooding, which
adversely affects the safety
or use of any land
upstream and downstream;
or adversely affecting the
flow of water in any
overland flow path.
Environment and Heritage
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Environment, heritage and scenic amenity
PO49 AO49.1 Can be conditioned to comply
Development: Development does not result in
(a) retains natural vegetation sediment or other material including
wherever possible; building materials or waste products
being deposited or released into the
(b) has minimal impact on the road reserve, stormwater drain or
natural landform of the site; adjacent properties.
(c) does not lead to erosion or the AO49.2 Not applicable
transport of sediments off site; Where there is a nominated building
envelope on the lot, clearing of native
(d) does not lead to the vegetation and building works does not
disturbance of natural features, extend beyond the building envelope,
buildings or structures of cultural except for the purposes of a driveway
heritage significance. access.
AO49.3 Not applicable
Development on a site adjoining a
heritage site respects the cultural
heritage significance of the site by
mitigating any adverse impacts on the
setting or integrity of the heritage.
Editor’s Note— Heritage sites are
identified on the Heritage and
Character Areas overlay maps in
schedule 2.
Infrastructure
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comment
Infrastructure
PO50 Complies
Development is supported by No acceptable outcome provided
adequate infrastructure and services
including reticulated water,
sewerage, stormwater drainage,
sealed roads, pathways, electricity
and telecommunication
infrastructure.
PO51 Complies
Development does not adversely No acceptable outcome provided
impact on the continued operation,
viability and maintenance of existing
infrastructure or compromise the
future provision of planned
infrastructure.
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SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
Location
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
All Relocatable home parks, Residential care facilities, Retirement facilities and Rooming accommodation
Location
PO1 AO1.1 Complies
Development has reasonable access to Development is located within the
a variety of essential services and urban boundary.
facilities, including retail, commercial,
social and medical facilities and public AO1.2 Complies
transport services. Development is located in one of the
following:
(a) Community facilities zone;
(b) Medium density residential
zone; or
(c) High density residential zone.
AO1.3 Not Applicable
For Relocatable home parks,
retirement facilities and rooming
accommodation:
(a) the use is located within 400
metres (measured along a
sealed footpath with grade of
no more than 5%) of a public
transport stop; or
(b) where no public transport is
available, an alternative means
of transport, such as a minibus,
is made available to the
residents.
AO1.4 Noted
Where a health care service is not
located within 400 metres, medical or
therapy services for residents may
form part of the use and be provided
on site providing the total proportion
of gross floor area used for health care
services does not exceed 10%.
PO2 AO2 Not applicable
Rooming accommodation is Rooming accommodation is located
located on a site with convenient within:
access to employment or (a) 1,500 metres walking
education. distance, via a sealed
pathway, of land within the
Major centre zone or District
centre zone or 800 metres of
land within the
Neighbourhood centre zone;
or
(b) 800 metres walking
distance, via a sealed
pathway of a dedicated
public pedestrian access
point of a hospital or tertiary
education establishment; or
(c) 400 metres walking
distance, via a sealed
pathway, of a Translink bus
stop.
PO3 Complies
Residential uses occur only on land No acceptable outcome provided
that is suited to the development
and occupation of residential
buildings without risk to people and
property from natural disaster.
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PO4 AO4 Complies
Development is located so as to avoid Development does not occur within:
conflicts with surrounding land uses. (a) 150 metres of land within the
Low impact industry zone;
(b) 200 metres of land within the
Medium impact industry zone;
(c) the designated separation area
of a Key resource activity; or
(d) 250 metres of an existing
intensive animal industry,
intensive horticulture use or a
rural industry.
Editor’s Note—Key resource areas and
separation areas are shown on the
Regional Infrastructure Overlay Maps
contained in schedule 2.
PO5 Complies
Development is located on a site with No acceptable outcome provided
sufficient area to accommodate:
(a) buildings and structures
including accommodation
and support facilities;
(b) setbacks;
(c) vehicle access, parking,
manoeuvring and circulation;
(d) pedestrian access; and
(e) landscaped open space.
Effects of Use
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
All Relocatable home parks, Residential care facilities, Retirement facilities and Rooming accommodation
Effects of Use
PO6 Complies
Development has a residential density No acceptable outcome provided
that is compatible with the intent of
the zone and the preferred character
for the local area in which it is located.
PO7 Complies
The residential use integrates with No acceptable outcome provided
the broader neighbourhood and
allows residents to interact with the
wider community in the vicinity.
PO8 Complies
Development does not adversely No acceptable outcome provided
impact on existing or future
infrastructure including water or
sewerage utilities, electricity or
transport infrastructure.
Design and Siting
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
All Relocatable home parks, Residential care facilities, Retirement facilities and Rooming accommodation
Design and siting
PO9 Complies
The residential use is appropriately No acceptable outcome provided
sited and designed in a manner
which:
(a) integrates with the natural
landform and landscape of
the site;
(b) is compatible with the
developed character of its
particular neighbourhood;
(c) maximises the retention of
existing vegetation and
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allows for spaces and
landscapes between
buildings;
(d) allows sufficient area at
ground level for private and
communal open space, site
facilities, resident and visitor
parking and landscaping;
and
(e) facilitates ease of resident
access around the
development such that all
communal buildings and
recreational facilities are
conveniently located.
Safety and Amenity
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
All Relocatable home parks, Residential care facilities, Retirement facilities and Rooming accommodation
Safety and Amenity
PO10 AO10 Not applicable
The use does not have a significant Development ensures that where
adverse impact on the amenity chemical, laundry or cooking odour
enjoyed by users of adjoining or is released, exhaust vents are
nearby premises. discharged vertically and directed
away from adjoining sensitive land
uses.
PO11 Complies
Safety, security and comfort of No acceptable outcome provided
residents, staff, visitors and
neighbours is considered and
incorporated into the design of the
facility.
PO12 AO12 Alternative Solution
Development is designed to minimise Bedroom windows are at least 3 Refer Town Planning Report
noise carrying between dwelling units metres away from shared driveways,
or accommodation units by locating car parking areas, mechanical plant,
noise sensitive spaces such as refuse and recycling areas, vents and
bedrooms away from noise generating exhausts.
areas of the development, such as car
parking areas or mechanical plant and
equipment or recreational facilities.
PO13 AO13 Complies
Development provides for the With the exception of a relocatable
accommodation needs of users of all home park, residential uses that
ages and abilities at various stages of cater for independent living are
their lives, allowing for an optimum accessible or able to be made
degree of independence for people accessible for people with physical
with disabilities, seniors, or people disabilities through:
requiring assisted living. (a) providing an accessible path of
travel from the footpath or car
parking area to the front entry
of the residential building;
(b) incorporating the kitchen,
living/dining area, at least one
bedroom, a bathroom, and the
laundry on the ground floor if
the residential building spans
two or more storeys in height;
(c) providing 1.2 metre wide
passageway and doorways of
at least 920 millimetres wide
and level entry thresholds to
all accessible rooms on the
ground floor; and
(d) ensuring ground floor
kitchen and bathroom
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facilities are accessible or
have sufficient physical
dimensions to allow for
wheelchair access.
Editor’s Note—Compliance with this
acceptable outcome can be achieved
by meeting the planning and design
standards and key design elements of
PDA guideline no. 02 Accessible
housing published by the Queensland
Department of Infrastructure, Local
Government and Planning May 2015
PO14 AO14 Complies
Buildings and outdoor spaces are Development of the site enhances:
designed to allow for natural (a) opportunities for passive
surveillance without adversely surveillance of common spaces
impacting the privacy of onsite or including providing welllit,
adjoining residents. active and overlooked places
and routes;
(b) legibility of the site and ease of
navigation;
(c) clear distinction between public
and private spaces; and
(d) ease of maintenance.
Editor’s Note—development should
comply with the principles of Crime
Prevention through Environmental
Design Guidelines for Queensland
PO15 AO15.1 Complies
Development, including entrance ways The main entrance is clearly
and outdoor spaces are designed to identifiable and visible from the street,
protect the personal security and footpath, visitor car parking areas and
safety of residents as well as legitimate driveway.
site visitors.
AO15.2 Complies
The internal path network has clear
sightlines to the main entry and street
access points.
AO15.3 Complies
Visitors have direct access to the main
entrance without passing through
private outdoor living areas.
PO16 AO16.1 Complies
Building and access works are located, The residential use has access to a
designed and sited to protect persons reliable alternative power supply in the
(including residents with limited event of prolonged power outage or
mobility) and property in the event of disconnection from grid supplied
a natural disaster, emergency or power electricity.
failure.
AO16.2 Complies
The residential use is designed,
constructed and operated so as to
allow residents and staff including
mobility impaired persons to take
shelter on site from severe weather
events or floods.
AO16.3 Complies
At a minimum, Residential Care
facilities, Retirement facilities and
Rooming accommodation provide:
(a) an early warning system;
(b) emergency lighting;
(c) safe and secure paths of travel
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to exits;
(d) emergency escape exits;
(e) protected exit paths;
(f) exit signage;
(g) portable fire extinguishers;
(h) fire hose reels;
(i) firefighting water supply;
(j) smoke hazard management;
and
(k) sprinkler systems.
PO17 AO17 Complies
Development provides acceptable Residential care facilities, Retirement
standards of health, safety and amenity facilities and Rooming
for residents. accommodation provide:
(a) hygienic and adequately sized
and configured kitchen, dining,
sanitary and laundry facilities;
(b) adequately sized common areas
and bedrooms;
(c) storage facilities; and
(d) adequate ventilation to
habitable rooms.
Editor’s Note—Compliance with this
acceptable outcome can be achieved
by satisfying the requirements of MP
5.7 Residential Services Building
Standard of the Queensland
Development Code.
Landscaping & private open space Complies
PO18 AO18.1 The proposed development provides
Development: Landscaping is provided to a minimum approximately 1,367m2 or 44% of the
(a) enhances liveability and of 40% of the site area and 60% of this site area dedicated to landscaping. Of
promotes outdoor living and is soft landscaping. this landscaping area, it is determined
social interaction; that over 60% is dedicated to soft
(b) contributes to the visual OR landscaping.
amenity and natural
landscape character of the AO18.2
area; If for small dwellings or for
(c) retains existing large trees development which provides a ratio of
where practicable; at least three small dwellings to one
(d) provides privacy between uses; other dwelling, landscaping is
(e) reduces the bulk and scale of provided to a minimum of 35% of the
development; and site area and 60% of this is soft
landscaping.
(f) conceals services, car parking
and manoeuvring areas.
PO19 AO19.1 Complies
Private open space: Private open space is provided for each
(a) is provided to all dwellings dwelling at the following rate:
and is adequate in size, shape (a) at ground level—a
and dimensions to suit the minimum of 25m² directly
passive and active recreation accessed from living
needs of the occupants; spaces; or
(b) receives adequate sunlight; and (b) if above ground level—
(c) is designed and orientated to 12m² accessed directly
ensure privacy is maintained from the living spaces.
between uses.
OR
AO19.2
Private open space is provided for each
small dwelling at the following rate:
(a) at ground level—a
minimum of 20m² directly
accessed from living
spaces; or
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(b) if above ground level—
10m² with a minimum
width of 2 metres
accessed directly from the
living spaces.
OR
AO19.3 Not applicable
A minimum of 30m2 of private open
space is provided per relocatable
home.
AO19.4 Complies
Private open space contributing to the
above calculations has a maximum
gradient of 10% (1 in 10) and is clear of
any utilities such as gas, water tanks,
clothes drying areas and air
conditioning units.
PO20 AO20.1 Complies
Safe vehicular access is provided to The residential use does not gain direct
and from the site without adversely access from any part of the major road
impacting on the safety of the road network which has a legal speed limit
network. of 90 kilometres per hour or above.
AO20.2 Complies
Vehicle manoeuvring areas are
provided on site such that vehicles
enter and leave the site in a forward
gear.
PO21 AO21 Complies
Site design and layout ensures Efficient and safe access and egress for
emergency services personnel and emergency vehicles is provided.
vehicles have access to the premises at
all time.
PO22 Complies
Sufficient onsite car parking is No acceptable outcome provided
provided to accommodate the number
and type of vehicles likely to be
generated by the residential use
having regard to the number of
dwellings, residents, visitors or staff
(including changeover of shift
workers).
Editor’s Note— detailed parking
requirements including the rate of
vehicle parking are addressed in the
Driveway and Parking Code.
Relocatable Home Park
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
All Relocatable home parks, Residential care facilities, Retirement facilities and Rooming accommodation
Relocatable home park
PO23 AO23.1 Not applicable
Relocatable home parks provide The relocatable home park
housing for permanent residents in accommodates only manufactured
relocatable homes. homes designed with the capacity to
be moved from one position to
another.
Editor’s Note— it would be
expected that relocated or
manufactured homes are fixed or
secured to the site (i.e.not on
wheels) but not in a manner that
prevents future relocation. They
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would require a development
approval for building works.
AO23.2
The relocatable home park is
occupied by permanent residents
for whom the premise is their
principal place of residence.
PO24 AO24.1 Not applicable
Each relocatable home has the The relocatable home park does
character of a small detached dwelling not include caravans, recreational
house. vehicles or tents.
AO24.2
No single relocatable home exceeds a
gross floor area of 120m2.
AO24.3
Each relocatable home is separated by
a distance of at least 2 metres from any
other relocatable home (measured
from external walls or balconies).
Residential Care Facilities and Retirement Facilities
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
All Relocatable home parks, Residential care facilities, Retirement facilities and Rooming accommodation
Residential Care Facilities and Retirement Facilities
PO25 Complies
Residential care facilities provide No acceptable outcome provided
appropriate management,
supervised care and social and
recreational facilities to support and
meet the needs of residents of the
facility.
PO26 AO26 Complies
The facility meets the needs of A range of easily accessible
anticipated users, and is designed to accommodation designs are
allow ‘aging in place’ to occur. provided in the development to
cater for different individual and
household needs.
Editor’s Note— Compliance with
Platinum performance level of
the Liveable Housing Design
Guidelines 4th Edition (published by
Liveable Housing Australia in 2017)
would meet this Acceptable Outcome.
PO27 AO27 Not Applicable
For independent living, dwellings are The gross floor area of any dwelling
of a small size to accommodate the does not exceed 100m² provided that
needs of the residents only. the average gross floor area for all
independent living units does not
exceed 90m².
PO28 AO28.1 Complies
Residents have good access to onsite Development includes social facilities,
communal and social facilities which including recreational space and
are located to maximise opportunities communal buildings.
for interaction with and observation of
the local community. AO28.2 Complies
Development provides communal
buildings and facilities that are easily
accessible.
AO28.3 Complies
Residents are able to easily navigate
the site on foot, bicycle, wheelchair,
mobility scooter or with the assistance
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of mobility aids.
Editor’s Note— compliance with this
outcome will be achieved if internal
pathways meet AS1428.1 Design for
Access and Mobility
AO28.4 Complies
Communal facilities and open space
components of the development are
sited to enable interfacing with
surrounding public realm areas (such
as streets and parks).
PO29 AO29.1 Complies
Development provides pedestrian Development provides an internal
movement areas within the site with: sealed pathway network which links to
(a) comfortable vantage points existing external pathways.
to rest, socialise and observe
surrounding activities; and AO29.2 Complies
(b) opportunities for interesting Development provides a variety of
exercise routines and a variety places to rest at intervals along internal
of circulation options. walkways, including shaded seats and
handrails.
PO30 AO30.1 Complies
The entrance to the office, reception Access to the site by persons other
area and guest lounge is designed to than residents and employees is
be obvious and easily identifiable. limited to a single public entry which
may be controlled using gates or other
security devices.
AO30.2 Can be conditioned to comply
The entrance to office/reception and
visitor areas are lit and signed.
AO30.3 Complies
Entrances/exits are located to provide
a direct link to driveways and car
parking areas.