Planning Report - 14-16 Mary Street, Noosaville - Bounce Hostels 15.6.2018

an open and transparent living and recreational environment.
Three Accommodation Pavilions boarder the central recreational area and buffer the internal components of
the development from the surrounding uses. These buildings are visual and acoustic barriers.
A variety of landscaping treatments are proposed to create a lush, sub-tropical and inviting environment for
hostel guests. Established and dense plantings will be used to boarder the site and act as visual and acoustic
barriers. Internal soft and hard landscaping has been varied to create unique spaces within the development
for respite for guests. Statement landscaping treatments have been incorporated at the entry of the
development to create a positive streetscape appeal and visual interest. The large areas of pervious surfaces
not only engage informal entertainment and recreational activities but also assist with the onsite treatment of
stormwater.
External timber cladding and colourbond roofing deliver striking horizontal and vertical design elements. Large
opening glass windows create light filled and welcoming rooms. The materials chosen represent a mixture of
lightweight and textured materials. Additionally, these materials are appropriate and manage the elements of
the coastal environment.




              Figure 11: Proposed Hostel Development – Guest Accommodation and Recreational Facilities
                                              Source: Zest Building Design


A basement carpark is proposed. The basement carpark ensures that the site is highly accessible and does not
negatively impact upon the quality of the development. Noise generated from vehicular traffic is reduced and
light pollution is reduced.
A mechanical flood gate is proposed as a means to provide instantaneous flood protection. The gate is
permanently installed below ground level at the isolation point, ready for deployment when required. The
flood gate will provide uncompromised flood protection and result in an
The design of the basement meets the requirements of the Specific Outcome O17 within Table 11.13 of the
Noosaville Locality Code.




              14-16 Mary Street, Noosaville                                                         34