Delegated Report - Code - Planning MCU24 0112 [As Published] · MCU24/0112

                     f) be consistent with the predominant character of the surrounding area; and
                     g) protect the natural character and avoid adverse impacts on ecologically important
                        areas such as national parks, waterways and wetlands.

               As a performance-based solution in accordance with PO12 of the Medium Density Residential
               Zone Code, the proposal maintains a high level of amenity to users by providing sun shading along
               the eastern façade of the building. Users of the adjoining premises maintain their visual privacy by
               the design of the eastern elevation not having windows or is screened by a masonry brick screen,
               which will protect the adjoining premises from opportunities for overlooking. The eaves do not
               impact on views and vistas along the side boundary.
               The resulting separation between buildings is approximately 3.7m. A landscape buffer is achieved
               on both setback areas. There is also space within the setback area for the development site to
               provide a landscaped pedestrian path to access the parkland at the Noosa River waterfront. The
               path contains a mix of soft and hard landscaping to provide a vegetated, yet functional pathway
               that will allow residents to carry smaller watercraft, such as kayaks and paddle boards from their
               garages.
               The fence height along the rear boundary is 1.2m following natural ground. The existing rear fence
               will be removed, which had a height of 3.06m.
               External Elevations
               A condition to increase the number of design elements along the eastern elevation has been
               included, so the development better addresses AO14.3(a) of the Medium Density Residential Zone
               Code.
               Parking and Access
               The proposal plans have been amended to include a visitor space at the end of the
               access/driveway. The visitor space is behind the 2 metre wide landscape buffer. The development
               now complies with the car parking requirements (AO13 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple
               Dwelling Code), specifically Table 9.4.1.4 in the Driveways and Parking Code.
               Swept path analysis (RPEQ signed) has been submitted to confirm that the visitor parking location
               complies with the relevant Australian Standards AS2890.1 and local council planning policies
               regarding the ease of access for vehicle manoeuvrability and clearance distances. The dimension
               of the visitor space complies with the above standards and there are no conflicts with structures
               on the driveway and there is adequate clearances for manoeuvring.
               Acceptable Outcome AO12.2 of Driveways and Parking Code requires the following:

                AO12.2 For a minimum of 50% of car parking spaces, pedestrian access to buildings is not
                across or through driveways, carparks, setdown or manoeuvring areas.

               All of the proposed pedestrian access path to the proposed units cross the driveway and
               manoeuvring areas and therefore do not comply with this acceptable solution.

                PO12 A clearly defined pedestrian network is provided that –
                     a) is located in areas where people will choose to walk;
                     b) ensures that pedestrian movement through car parking areas or structures are
                        along aisles rather than across them.

               The proposed pedestrian path is clearly defined by a change in colour and texture to ensure people
               will know where to walk. The orientation of the street and the layout of the development
               necessitates that the paths cross the driveway and manoeuvring areas; however, in accordance
               with the purpose of the code the design protects the safety of pedestrians.
               Access Path



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