Planning Report

4.2.3      Waterways, Wetlands, Flooding and Acid Sulfate Soils

According to Council’s overlay mapping, the site does not contain any waterways or wetlands and is not subject to
flooding. The northern extremity of the site has an elevation below 5m AHD and is mapped as containing Low
Potential Acid Sulfate Area. It is not proposed to disturb this part of the site.

4.2.4      Site Contamination

The site is listed as containing substantial risk of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO). Referral to SARA is required to
ensure appropriate conditions are imposed in relation to managing risk of UXO.

4.2.5      Heritage

The site does not contain any buildings, structures or landscape features of heritage significance.

4.3     ACCESS AND MOBILITY

4.3.1      Vehicular Access

Direct vehicular access to the site is currently available off David Low Way. It is proposed to retain the existing
access arrangements, with minor upgrading of the access to accommodate a formalised easement over Lot 1 in
favour of Lot 2.

4.3.2      Pedestrian, Cycle and Public Transport

There is no pedestrian infrastructure existing in the vicinity of the site. A marked bicycle lane exists along David
Low Way and public transport is also available along this route, providing a regular service between Noosa and
Maroochydore (Route 620).


4.4     INFRASTRUCTURE

4.4.1      Services

The site is serviced by reticulated water, sealed road, electricity and telecommunications. On-site sewerage is
currently operating, and will continue as the preferred method of sewerage disposal for the proposed lots.

4.4.2      Community Facilities

The site is accessible to existing community facilities in Noosa Heads, Peregian Beach and Coolum.




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