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TEWANTIN LOCAL PLAN CODE
PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES ACCEPTABLE OUTCOMES COMMENT
Development in the Tewantin Local Plan Area Generally (All Zones)
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies.
Development enhances the role of Tewantin as home
to a significant community as well as being the The proposed development is a Consistent and Code Assessable
gateway to Noosa North Shore, the Noosa Hinterland, use for the Low Density Residential Zone.
Noosa River and the coastal urban areas of the Shire.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Development contributes to the lifestyle and amenity
of residents of Tewantin and its surroundings with a
limited range of visitor services, including low cost
visitor accommodation and marine facilities.
PO3 AO3.1 Not applicable.
Development contributes to the establishment of Development adjacent to a gateway or special place
attractive streetscapes and gateways to enhance the or on land identified as a key corner on Figure 7.2.3.4 The subject site is not identified on Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin
sense of arrival and character of Tewantin. (Tewantin Framework and Character Plan): Framework and Character Plan).
(a) incorporates architectural and landscape
treatments which emphasise the corner
location as show 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 facades.
AO3.2
Development adjacent to a primary streetscape
treatment area on Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin
Framework and Character Plan) provides for
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.
AO3.3
Development on Key Development Sites identified on
Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin Framework and Character
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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 Complies.
The visual amenity surrounding the major road Development adjacent to McKinnon Drive, Butler
network and entry roads is protected and enhanced. Street, Cooroy– Noosa Road, Beckmans Road, The proposed development will incorporate landscaping that
Moorindil Street, Poinciana Avenue, Doonella Street, complements the natural species occurring in the local area,
Memorial Avenue, Sidoni Street and Hilton Terrace protect existing vegetation within the road reserve and incorporate
incorporates landscaping that complements the design elements that add visual interest to the streetscape, so as
natural species occurring in the local area, protects to ensure compliance with Acceptable Outcome AO4 of this
existing vegetation within the road reserve and element.
incorporates design elements that add visual interest
to the streetscape.
PO5 AO5.1 Complies.
Development provides for the retention and Development provides for the retention of landmarks,
enhancement of key heritage and landscape elements memorials and monuments including but not The retention of existing landscape elements will be preserved
including historical landmarks, existing character trees necessarily limited to those identified on the Heritage when possible and practical.
and areas of significant vegetation contributing to the and Character Areas Overlay maps in Schedule 2.
setting and character of the local plan area.
AO5.2
Development provides for the retention and
enhancement of existing mature trees and character
vegetation contributing to the vegetated backdrop and
streetscape character of the local plan area including:
(a) mature poinciana and fig trees, particularly
along Poinciana Avenue;
(b) riparian vegetation adjacent to the Noosa
River, Lake Doonella and Wooroi Creek and
their tributaries within the local plan area; and
(c) other character vegetation and landscaping
where identified in Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin
Framework and Character Plan).
AO5.3
Development adjacent to Poinciana Avenue
incorporates additional poincianas within new street
planting.
PO6 AO6.1 Not applicable.
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Development provides for the retention and Development enhances and does not intrude upon
enhancement of key contextual views to the Noosa important gateways and sightlines to the Noosa River
River, Lake Doonella, Noosa North Shore, Mount and Lake Doonella.
Tinbeerwah, Tewantin State Forest, and to
surrounding rural and natural areas. AO6.2
For Tewantin, buildings and structures do not
significantly interrupt or encroach upon key contextual
views as identified in Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin
Framework and Character Plan) and shown in Figure
7.2.3.5 and Figure 7.2.3.6
Built Form and Streetscape
PO7 AO7.1 Complies.
Buildings, structures and landscaping is consistent Development retains or reuses buildings that have
with, and reflective of, the traditional town character of cultural heritage or townscape significance, including The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
Tewantin in terms of form, composition and use of houses built in or before 1946, sites subject to the include building materials, finishes and colours that are consistent
materials. Heritage and Character Areas Overlay maps (as with the traditional town character of Tewantin with regard to form,
mapped in Schedule 2) or where identified as a composition and use of materials. Compliance with the
heritage site on Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin Framework Acceptable Outcomes of this element will be addressed at the
and Character Plan). subsequent Building Approvals stage.
Editor’s Note— Section 8.2.7 (Heritage Overlay code)
sets out requirements for development on heritage
places and in character areas.
AO7.2
Roof forms use simple, traditional Queensland style
roof designs, including gable, hip, pitched, skillion or
multiple gable roof forms with a roof pitch of no less
than five degrees, examples shown in Figure AP36B.
AO7.3
For residential buildings, roof form is visible from the
street and not concealed behind parapets.
AO7.4
Buildings are designed to:
(a) suit the local subtropical climate;
(b) incorporate lightweight materials such as
timber;
(c) be elevated above the ground on sloping or
lowlying lots;
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(d) incorporate verandahs, open balconies with
transparent or open balustrades or shaded
patios for outdoor living; and
(e) allow for landscaping integrated with the
buildings on site.
AO7.5
Boundary setbacks provide space for trees between
buildings.
Centres and Services
PO8 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
The Tewantin local plan area is serviced by the
following centres providing business, entertainment
and community uses consistent with the Noosa Shire
Centres Hierarchy:
(a) Tewantin District centre;
(b) Noosa Outlook Neighbourhood centre; and
(c) Hilton Terrace Neighbourhood centre.
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Tewantin town centre functions as a district centre
with a wide range of business and community
functions, servicing Tewantin and communities to the
north and west.
PO10 AO10.1 Not applicable.
Poinciana Avenue, between Sidoni Street and Development on Poinciana Avenue and Memorial
Memorial Avenue, is maintained as a traditional Avenue maintains and enhances the wide, attractive
pedestrian orientated main street and primary retail and pedestrian friendly main street.
and commercial focus of the town.
AO10.2
No additional shops or shopping centres, or expansion
of existing shops or shopping centres take pedestrian
access from Blakesly Street, Sidoni Street or Doonella
Street.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Land fronting Pelican Street, Memorial Avenue, Diyan
Street, Sidoni Street, Blakesley Street, and Doonella
Street, serves as a transition area contributing to the
business and community functions of the town centre
but without expansion of active frontages to retail
businesses unless identified as a primary active street
frontage on Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin Framework and
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Character Plan).
PO12 AO12.1 Not applicable.
Development in the District Centre zone: Development:
(a) is sympathetic to the character, streetscape (a) respects the layout, scale (including height
and built form of the Tewantin town centre; and setback) and character of development
(b) contributes to the variety of low set and walk on adjoining sites;
up building styles of various eras in the (b) includes detailing and articulation for
streetscape; horizontal emphasis including awnings, facia
(c) creates vibrant and active streets and public boards, parapet walls and upper level
spaces; verandahs or balconies as shown in Figure
(d) provides continuous weather protection for 7.2.3.7;
pedestrians; and (c) provides a fine scale of built form;
(e) provides integrated and functional car (d) provides active street frontages where
parking and access arrangements that do not identified as primary active street frontage on
dominate the street. Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin Framework and
Character plan) and incorporates shopfronts,
indoor/outdoor cafes and restaurants and
other activities that 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 in
Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin Framework and
Character plan) and Figure AP37A.
(f) provides all weather protection in the form of
continuous cantilevered awnings and/or light
verandah structures over footpath areas with
mature or semimature shade trees planted
along the site frontage adjacent to the
kerbside as per Figure 6.4.2.5 and Figure
7.2.3.7;
(g) for business uses without frontage to
Poinciana Avenue, pedestrian access from
Poinciana Avenue is gained via a covered
walkway or arcade;
(h) includes the provision of landscaping, shaded
seating and consistent and simple paving
materials on footpaths that are consistent
with the character of its setting including
where shown as primary streetscape
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treatment area on Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin
Framework and Character plan);
(i) provides interconnected and integrated off
street car parking accessed from Blakesley
Street, Doonella, Sidoni Street or Diyan
Street; and
(j) provides vehicle access along Sidoni Lane to
connect the Doonella and Sidoni Street car
parks as indicated in Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin
Framework and Character plan).
AO12.2
Expansion of retail floor space on Lot 5 on SP182879
(the supermarket anchored “Poinciana Place”
shopping centre) occurs on the frontage of Poinciana
Avenue consistent with the alignment of adjoining
buildings to the east and west to create an active
frontage.
PO13 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Neighbourhood centres provide lower order goods
and services to support the day today needs of
residents and visitors, forming focal points for the
surrounding neighbourhoods.
Housing Choice
PO14 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Sites currently used or approved for the use of,
relocatable home parks, retirement facilities or
residential care facilities continue to provide such
residential accommodation into the future.
PO15 AO15 Not applicable.
Development in the District and Neighbourhood Residential dwellings within the District centre and
Centre zones contribute to housing diversity by Neighbourhood centre zones:
providing small dwellings, including single level (a) do not exceed 100m2; and
apartments. (b) are part of a mixed use building with non-
residential uses at ground level.
Visitor Facilities
PO16 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Sites at Moorindil Street and Cooroy Noosa Road that
are currently used for tourist parks continue to provide
low cost accommodation for visitors.
PO17 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
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Noosa Lakes Resort at 3 Hilton Terrace continues to
operate as short term resort accommodation for
visitors to the Shire.
Noosa River
PO18 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 the 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).
PO19 AO19.1 Not applicable.
Commercial development on and adjacent to Noosa No additional commercial leases are created on or
River is not increased or expanded beyond existing adjacent to the Noosa River.
building footprints and structures within existing lease
areas. AO19.2
Development does not increase the overall building
footprint, gross floor area or height of buildings or
structures associated with commercial jetties.
PO20 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
The loading and unloading of passengers and boat
docking is confined to the commercial lease areas of
the respective commercial operation.
PO21 AO21 Not applicable.
Parking of vehicles and boat trailers and the loading The loading and unloading of passengers, goods and
and unloading of goods or passengers does not water craft is confined to the commercial lease areas
impede on public open space in the vicinity of the river. of the respective commercial operation provided.
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
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Noosa Marina at Parkyn Court:
(a) provides for the continued operation of the
marina moorings, marine based businesses
and river transport services and ancillary
business uses and food and drink outlets;
(b) does not provide residential uses, indoor
sport and recreation, nightclub entertainment
facility; and
(c) provides required car parking on site.
Access and Connectivity
PO23 AO23 Not applicable.
Development integrates with and extends the existing Development on land including or adjoining a key
street and pathway networks including but not limited pedestrian/cycle link shown in Figure 7.2.3.4
to those identified on Figure 7.2.3.4 (Tewantin (Tewantin Framework and Character plan) facilitates
Framework and Character plan) such that these connections.
connections to and between key local destinations are
provided and reinforced.
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Development provides for access to the Noosa River
system, Lake Doonella and other public open space to
be via formalised communal access points which are
located and designed so as to maintain and enhance
visual amenity, bank stability, habitat values and water
quality.
Environment, Natural Resources and Recreation
PO25 AO25 Not applicable.
Development has no significant adverse effects on Connecting Habitat Areas as identified on Map SFM4
biodiversity, natural vegetation, native fauna habitat, Biodiversity (Strategic Framework) are protected from
landscape quality, water quality or cultural heritage fragmentation and encroachment by development.
values, including those related to—
(a) changes to natural drainage;
(b) disturbance to any wetland system;
(c) management of landslide and fire risk;
(d) erosion and the transport of sediments off
site;
(e) unmanaged public access; and
(f) changes to fauna habitat and behaviour.
PO26 AO26 Not applicable.
Development maintains and protects an integrated Open space corridors identified as Ecological
open space network throughout the locality to— Linkages and Major Recreation areas on Map SFM1
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(a) provide for both passive and active Settlement and Map SFM4 Biodiversity (Strategic
recreational pursuits; Framework) are enhanced and protected from
(b) provide connectivity for pedestrians and fragmentation and encroachment by development.
cyclists;
(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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LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONE CODE
PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES ACCEPTABLE OUTCOMES COMMENT
Role and Function
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies.
Development provides for low density, predominantly
detached housing on a range of lot sizes consistent The proposed development is a Consistent and Code Assessable
with the character of the area, which meets the needs use for the Low Density Residential Zone.
of current and future resident populations including
small households, older persons, people on low
incomes and people with special mobility needs.
PO2 AO2.1 Complies.
Land uses are limited to those which are compatible Land uses do not regularly result in more than ten
with low density living in urban neighbourhoods. unrelated persons being present on site. The intent of the proposed development seeks to create one (1)
additional residential lot capable of accommodating a single
AO2.2 Dwelling House.
Land uses do not adversely affect the amenity of the
residential neighbourhood by the emission of noise,
vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, vapour, steam, soot,
ash, dust, grit, oil, waste water, waste products, or
radio or electrical interference.
AO2.3
Any business operated on site including
accommodation is subordinate to the use of the
premises for a domestic residence.
PO3 AO3.1 Not applicable.
Visitor accommodation is limited to low density Home-based businesses allow for up to four short term
formats compatible with the domestic character and guests to be accommodated within the home of the
use of the area so as not to cause unreasonable loss host while the host remains in residence, such as
of residential amenity, having regard to: traditional bed and breakfast accommodation.
(i) the privacy of adjoining properties;
(ii) any likely increase in noise to adjoining AO3.2
properties; Short-term accommodation:
(iii) the scale of the use and its compatibility (a) does not constitute a party house;
with the surrounding character and uses (b) makes available no more than one self
within the area; contained dwelling at any one time;
(iv) retention of the primary residential function
of an area;
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(v) the impact on the safety and efficiency of (c) noise does not unreasonably impact on the
the local road network; residential amenity enjoyed by the adjoining
(vi) any impact on shared access or uses rights or surrounding properties; and
of way; and (d) makes available no more than five bedrooms.
(vii) waste storage areas are located so they do
not significantly impact on the visual
amenity of the area. AO3.3
Buildings are designed and orientated so that the
majority of outdoor living areas face away from the
habitable areas of adjoining dwellings.
AO3.4
Waste storage areas are screened and located to the
rear or side of a building and are not located along any
frontage to a public street or space.
PO4 AO4 Not applicable.
The Low density residential zone includes established Dwelling houses and associated domestic or home-
house blocks in remote, secluded areas with little or based uses in well-landscaped settings remain the
no urban services or infrastructure. only form of development on small village and
waterfront lots in the Low density residential zone:
(a) on Noosa North Shore; or
(b) at Lake Cooroibah.
PO5 AO5.1 Not applicable.
A secondary dwelling may create permanent housing No more than one secondary dwelling is provided on
for an extended family member or other member of the any site regardless of site area.
household resident in the dwelling house while
protecting the low density character of the site and the AO5.2
zone. A secondary dwelling:
(a) has a maximum gross floor area of 65m²;
(b) has no more than two bedrooms; and
(c) does not occur on any property covered by a
Building Unit Plan.
PO6 AO6.1 Not applicable.
Community residences and rooming accommodation: Development has the external appearance of a
(a) are compatible with the look and feel of the dwelling house occupied by one household.
surrounding housing;
(b) do not exceed the anticipated load on AO6.2
infrastructure; No more than five bedrooms are provided.
(c) do not generate vehicular traffic at a level
unreasonable for the Low Density
Residential Zone; and
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(d) do not exceed the anticipated residential
density of the zone.
Built Form
Building Height AO7.1 Complies.
Buildings and structures are no more than 8 metres in
PO7 building height and do not exceed 2 storeys. The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
Buildings and structures: be no more than 8m in building height and will not exceed two (2)
(a) are low rise and present a building height AO7.2 storeys. Compliance with the Acceptable Outcomes of this
consistent with structures on adjoining and Where excavation is required, the maximum portion of element will be addressed at the subsequent Building Approvals
surrounding premises and with the the exposed external façade of the building cannot stage.
predominant character of the area; exceed 8m in building height.
(b) are designed to provide an interesting
streetscape and complement landform Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3-13A
changes;
(c) do not visually dominate the street or Alternative provision to the QDC.
surrounding area;
(d) respect the scale of surrounding vegetation
and maintain a vegetated skyline;
(e) do not unreasonably obscure views or lead
to overshadowing of neighbouring
properties; and
(f) do not exceed two storeys.
Site Cover and Gross Floor Area AO8.1 Complies.
Site cover of all buildings and structures on site does
PO8 not exceed: The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
Development: (a) for a single storey building – 50%; ensure a compliant site cover is achieved. Compliance with the
(a) is of a scale compatible with surrounding (b) for a building of 2 storeys – Acceptable Outcomes of this element will be addressed at the
development and the particular (i) 50% for one of the storeys; and subsequent Building Approvals stage.
circumstances of the site; (ii) 30% for the other storey; or
(b) has a low site impact to maximise the (iii) 40% for both storeys.
opportunity to retain site characteristics, such
as native vegetation and natural landforms; Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3-9A
(c) allows the opportunity to provide soft
landscaping between buildings; AO8.2
(d) does not present an appearance of bulk to Irrespective of site cover, the total gross floor area of
adjacent properties, roads or other areas in combined buildings does not exceed 500m2 with the
the vicinity of the site. exception of the following properties at Park Road
Noosa Heads, where a maximum gross floor area of
150m2 applies:
(a) Lot 57 RP230895;
(b) Lot 56 RP230895;
(c) Lot 55 RP52918;
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(d) Lot 54 RP52918; and
(e) Lot 3 RP122368.
Alternative provision to the QDC.
Setback AO9.1 Complies.
Buildings and structures have a setback of 6 metres
PO9 from the road frontage, provided that setback to one The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
Buildings and structures are designed and sited to: frontage may be reduced to 4.5 metres where the lot: ensure compliant setbacks are achieved. Compliance with the
(a) provide a high level of amenity to users of the (a) has frontage to more than one road; and Acceptable Outcomes of this element will be addressed at the
subject site and adjoining premises, (b) is less than 600m2 in area; or subsequent Building Approvals stage.
including provision of visual and acoustic (c) is less than 15 metres in width.
privacy and access to sunlight;
(b) not unreasonably obstruct views or cause AO9.2
overlooking of private open space or Buildings and structures meet the following minimum
habitable areas of adjoining premises; boundary setbacks to rear boundaries:
(c) provide adequate distance from adjoining (a) where the lot has an area of at least 550m 2,
land uses; rear setbacks comply with either:
(d) preserve existing vegetation that will help (i) 3 metres setback up to 4.5 metres in
buffer development; height; and 6 metres setback between
(e) allow for space and landscaping to be 4.5 metres and 8 metres height; or
provided between buildings including (ii) no part of the building protrudes beyond
adequate area at ground level for a projection line that rises from 1.8
landscaping with trees, shrubs and outdoor metres above the ground at the property
living; boundary to a point 8 metres in height 6
(f) be consistent with the predominant character metres in from the property boundary,
of the streetscape; and providing that no building or structure is
(g) protect the natural character and avoid setback less than 1 metre from the
adverse impacts on ecologically important boundary, as shown in Figure 6.3.1.4
areas such as national parks, waterways and (b) where the lot area is less than 550m2 the rear
wetlands. boundary setback is per other boundaries as
addressed in AO9.3 below;
(c) where the rear boundary of a lot adjoins a
reserve, public open space or access
easement the rear boundary setback may be
as for other boundaries as addressed in
AO9.3 below.
Editor’s Note—Where the property is a corner lot with
two road frontages, there is no “rear boundary” and
both common property boundaries are considered as
other boundaries as addressed in AO9.3.
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AO9.3
Buildings and structures meet the following minimum
setbacks to boundaries other than road frontages and
rear boundaries:
(a) 1.5 metre setback up to 4.5 metres height;
(b) 2 metres setback between 4.5 metres and 7.5
metres height; and
(c) 2.5 metres if above 7.5 metres height.
AO9.4
Notwithstanding the provisions of AO9.2 and AO9.3, a
lesser building setback to:
(a) side and rear boundaries may apply for the
following provided they comply with the
Queensland Development Code:
(i) open carport;
(ii) swimming pool, garage/shed; and
(iii) rainwater tank, retaining walls,
screens and fences not exceeding
2 metres in height; and
(b) front boundaries may apply for the following
provided they comply with the Queensland
Development Code:
(i) swimming pool less than 1m above
ground level; or
(ii) decks or balconies less than 1m
above ground level.
AO9.5
Buildings and structures on premises with frontage to
the Noosa River system are setback not less than 10
metres from the mean high water spring as shown in
Figure AP3-15A.
Alternative provision to the QDC.
Setback to a Watercourse in the Noosa Waters AO10 Not applicable.
Estate, Noosaville For premises adjoining a watercourse within the
Noosa Waters estate no building work, filling or
PO10 excavation works occurs within 4.5 metres from the
Land adjoining the revetment wall and for a width of centre line of the top of the concrete revetment wall.
4.5 metres serves flood detention and amenity
functions, free of structures and impervious surfaces. Editor's note—refer to Figure 6.3.1.5.
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Alternative provision to the QDC.
PO11 AO11.1 Not applicable.
The flood detention and amenity functions of the area A minimum of 25% of the area within 4.5 metres of the
adjoining the Noosa Waters revetment wall are revetment wall is gardens planted with shrubs and
retained and enhanced by ensuring: small trees with a mature height of 3 metres or less.
(a) works do not protrude through a batter line
of 1:4.5 measured from the centre line of the AO11.2
revetment wall; The ground surface within the first metre of the
(b) there is no additional load placed on the revetment wall—
revetment wall;
(c) works do not pose a risk to the membrane (a) is grass or ground cover; and
adjoining the revetment wall; (b) does not include shrubs.
(d) the watercourse and surrounding land uses
are not adversely affected by development AO11.3
(building works, filling or excavation) Side boundary fences within 4.5 metres of the
ensuring: revetment wall taper down to a maximum height of 1.2
(i) the area is predominantly soft metres at the revetment wall and no more than 1.5
landscaping; metres at a distance of 2.25 metres from the revetment
(ii) a maximum of 25% of the area is wall.
impervious;
(iii) dominant impervious areas and AO11.4
masonry retaining walls are avoided; No shore side anchor points are within 4.5 metres of
(iv) retaining structures and the like are the revetment wall.
light weight, low rise and screened by
landscaping;
(v) natural materials such as timber or rock
are used rather than manufactured
materials;
(vi) the acoustic privacy and access to
sunlight of surrounding development is
protected;
(vii) views are not impeded; and
(viii) shore side anchor points are avoided.
Design
Streetscape and Presentation AO12.1 Complies.
Buildings are orientated towards the street by having
PO12 the main entrance easily recognisable from the street The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
Buildings and structures are designed to: and including two or more of the following design ensure compliance with the Acceptable Outcomes of this element
(a) address the street and contribute positively elements in the front facade: at the subsequent Building Approvals stage.
to the streetscape character; (a) verandahs;
(b) avoid large continuous wall planes and bulky (b) porches;
elevations or boxy profiles; (c) external stairs;
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(c) maintain a domestic appearance consistent (d) awning or shade structures; or
with detached dwelling houses. (e) window openings.
AO12.2
No wall greater than 5 metres in height has a length
greater than 20 metres.
AO12.3
Where buildings are raised on posts or stumps with a
suspended floor, the distance between the ground and
the lowest part of the floor of the building does not
exceed 3 metres.
Editor's note—refer to figure 6.9.1B
AO12.4
Development visible from the street includes no more
than:
(a) one letter box;
(b) one electricity meter box;
(c) three wheelie bins; and
(d) three garage doors.
AO12.5
Any shipping containers, railway carriages or similar
are placed behind a dwelling house and not visible
from the street.
PO13 AO13.1 Complies.
Garages and carports are designed and sited to No more than three garage doors, having a combined
visually integrate with the dwelling and avoid total width not exceeding 7.2 metres present to the The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
dominating the street by: street front. ensure compliance with the Acceptable Outcomes of this element
(a) minimising the width of the garaging at the subsequent Building Approvals stage.
structure; AO13.2
(b) minimising projection of the structure forward Double width garages do not occur on any lot less than
of the main face of the dwelling; and 10 metres wide.
(c) ensuring the pedestrian entrance / front door
is visible from the front property boundary. AO13.3
On a lot less than 12.5 metres wide double garages
are permitted only where:
(a) the lot is at least 10 metres wide;
(b) the building is more than one storey in height;
and
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(c) the total width of the garage does not exceed
60% of the width of the lot.
AO13.4
On lots with a width of at least 12.5 metres but not
exceeding 14 metres the total width of the garage does
not exceed 50% of the width of the lot and garage
doors do not exceed a total width of 6 metres.
AO13.5
On lots with a width of more than 14.0 metres, garage
doors within 10 metres of the front boundary do not
present a combined width of more than 6.7 metres or
40% of the lot width whichever is the lesser.
Editor’s Note— The lot width would be measured at
the frontage unless the lot was irregular in shape being
for example on a bend or at the head of a cul-de-sac,
in which case it would be the width of the lot in line with
the front of the garage.
PO14 AO14 Not applicable.
Basements (including the entry points to them): Basements:
(a) do not dominate the street or building design; (a) are limited to one access a maximum of 6
(b) visually integrates with the residential metres wide; and
building; and (b) do not encroach into boundary setback
(c) do not present as a storey to the street. areas.
Editor's note—refer to figure 6.9.2
PO15 AO15 Complies.
Hard standing driveways and manoeuvring areas are Driveways have a maximum width of 6 metres within
designed so as not to dominate the streetscape nor the property and only one footpath crossing is provided The proposed access handle does not dominate the site’s Butler
adversely impact on the low density residential per property as part of the driveway. Street frontage nor does the driveway adversely impact the
amenity. amenity of the local area.
Roof Design AO16.1 Complies.
With the exception of the reuse or renovation of an
PO16 existing building which does not comply, in areas other The future Dwelling House to be established at proposed Lot 2 will
Roof designs: than the Coastal Communities and Noosa Heads local ensure compliance with the Acceptable Outcomes of this element
(a) contribute positively to the character of the plan areas: at the subsequent Building Approvals stage.
streetscape;
(b) incorporate eaves and roof overhangs; (a) the main roof of buildings has a pitch no less
(c) avoid boxy elevations on the front facade of than 5 degrees; and
the building;
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(d) do not present an appearance of excessive (b) eaves apply to at least 75% of the perimeter
bulk to the street or neighbouring properties; of the roof.
(e) do not create opportunities for residents or
building users to overlook the private open Editor’s Note — 450 millimetre eaves will achieve
space or view into habitable windows or AO16.1(b) provided a 150 millimetre gutter is used.
doors of neighbouring properties.
AO16.2
The total width of any parapet wall does not exceed
50% of the width of the front facade of a building.
AO16.3
Development does not include rooftop terraces.
Safety and Amenity
PO17 AO17.1 Complies.
Development is designed to maintain the safety and Boundary fences and walls are designed to allow for
security of persons on the premises and nearby casual surveillance from the property to the street and The proposed infill residential subdivision increases opportunity for
premises and to avoid significant adverse changes to any adjoining public spaces. casual surveillance.
the solar access, air quality, noise, accessibility or
other conditions enjoyed by users of associated, Editors note- Casual surveillance can be achieved by
adjoining or nearby premises. using open construction where no more than 50% of
the fence or wall is solid and can't be seen through.
AO17.2
Landscaping, fences or other works on property
boundaries or road reserves do not create
impediments for pedestrian or cyclist use of the
footpath.
AO17.3
No more than one heavy vehicle (or combination of
heavy vehicles) of more than 4.5 tonnes, or with a total
length in excess of 7.5 metres is parked on the
property overnight.
AO17.4
No flood lighting is used on site and the vertical
illumination resulting from direct, reflected or other
incidental external lighting emanating from the site
does not exceed 8 lux when measured at any point 1.5
metre outside the boundary and at any level from
ground level upward.
Sports Courts AO18.1 Not applicable.
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PO18 A 1.5 metre landscaped buffer separates any private
Lighting and noise associated with outdoor tennis tennis court, half court or sports court from side
courts, half courts or sports courts do not have an property boundaries where adjoining land in a
adverse impact upon the amenity enjoyed by residential zone or in the Rural Residential zone.
occupants of adjoining or nearby premises nor cause
unreasonable disturbance to local fauna. AO18.2
Courts are fenced to a height of—
(a) 3.6 metres for a full sized court; or
(b) 2.4 metres for a half court.
AO18.3
Courts are not lit.
or
AO18.4
For lit courts:
(a) lighting structures are not more than 8 metres
in height and set back at least 2 metres from
any property boundary;
(b) the court is located at least 60 metres from
the external wall of an existing or approved
residential dwelling on an adjacent or nearby
lot (as measured from the centre line of the
court);
(c) the vertical illumination resulting from direct,
reflected or other incidental lighting
emanating from the site does not exceed 8
lux when measured at any point 1.5 metres
outside the boundary and at any level from
ground level upward; and
(d) lighting is hooded or baffled to direct lighting
downward or is of a type that gives no upward
component of light when mounted
horizontally.
Environment, Heritage and Scenic Amenity
PO19 AO19.1 Not applicable.
Development: For landscape amenity reasons, cut or fill is less than
(a) has minimal impact on the natural landform 1.5 metres in depth relative to the ground level.
and landscape of the site;
(b) does not lead to erosion or the transport of AO19.2
sediments off site; and
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(c) does not lead to the disturbance of natural Development does not result in sediment or other
features, buildings or structures of cultural material including building materials or waste products
heritage significance. being deposited or released into the road reserve,
stormwater drain or adjacent properties.
AO19.3
Development on a site adjoining a local heritage place
respects the cultural heritage significance of the place
by mitigating any adverse impacts on the setting or
integrity of the heritage values.
Editor’s Note—Local heritage places are identified on
the Heritage and Character Area Overlay Maps in
Schedule 2.
PO20 AO20.1 Not applicable.
Development on sloping sites: To protect scenic amenity and other landscape
(a) is visually responsive to the natural qualities:
topography and sits within the landscape (a) buildings and structures are not constructed
rather than dominating it; on land with a slope greater than 33%; and
(b) steps down slopes or uses suspended floor (b) buildings and structures are only constructed
construction, minimising cut or fill and on steep slopes if:
avoiding benching of the site; (i) there are no other suitable building sites on
(c) retains natural vegetation that assists in the property; and
screening or visually softening development; (ii) construction utilises suspended floors or
and uses materials, finishes and colours that pole footings rather than slab on ground
complement the natural setting and integrate construction.
with the landscape and skyline.
AO20.2
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost
edge of a hill slope:
(a) roof lines are generally parallel with contours
of the land;
(b) roofs do not exceed a pitch of 15 degrees;
(c) buildings do not protrude above the height of
prevailing vegetation; and
(d) undercroft areas exceeding 1.5 metres in
height are screened with landscaping or
battens.
Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3-3B
AO20.3
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On sloping sites slab on ground construction is
avoided to minimise building bulk and benching of the
site. Split-level buildings with small floorplates are
used as an alternative. Post and beam construction or
suspended floor or pole footings may be appropriate.
Editor's note—refer to Figure 6.9.1A and Figure
6.9.1B
AO20.4
Buildings:
(a) are constructed in lightweight materials such
as timber or board, stainless steel, glass and
corrugated iron;
(b) are finished with exterior colours of moderate
to darker shades of olive green, brown,
green, blue, charcoal or wood stains that
blend with the colour and hues of the
surrounding vegetation and landscape;
(c) avoid large expanses of solid colours or
reflective surfaces.
Earthworks and Drainage
PO21 AO21 Not applicable.
Filling and excavation for operational works do not Filling and excavation for operation works are
directly, indirectly or cumulatively cause adverse designed and constructed to ensure overland flow
impacts external to the development site by: and/or flooding is not worsened, impeded, or otherwise
(a) causing ponding of water on the site or diverted to adversely affect other properties or
nearby land; downstream environments.
(b) increasing flooding, which adversely affects
the safety or use of any land upstream or
downstream; or
(c) adversely affecting the flow of water in any
overland flow path.
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RECONFIGURING A LOT CODE
PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES ACCEPTABLE OUTCOMES COMMENT
Growth Management
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies.
Urban residential development:
(a) is confined to land within the Urban The proposed development is a Consistent and Code Assessable
boundaries; use for the Low Density Residential Zone.
(b) provides a mix of lot sizes and configurations
to cater for variety in housing choice;
(c) contributes to efficient use of land and
infrastructure;
(d) increases residential densities and reduces
lot sizes in close proximity to public transport
and centre zones;
(e) provides appropriate buffer areas between
sensitive land uses, ecologically important
areas and conflicting uses;
(f) contributes positively to the amenity and
landscape value of the local area.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Rural residential development is confined to land
within the Rural Residential zone and included within
either the Urban Footprint or Rural Living designations
of the South East Queensland Regional Plan.
PO3 AO3 Not applicable.
Development of land for business and employment Development of land:
functions occurs within the activity centres and the (a) at the Noosa Business Centre is to be
industrial zones. generally in accordance with Figure 7.2.4.5
(Noosa Business Centre Framework and
Character Plan);
(b) at the former Bowls site Lot 3 RP884396,
Noosa Junction is to be generally in
accordance with Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
Junction Framework and Character Plan).
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
With the exception of lots intended to be used by the
Council or State for community infrastructure,
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conservation purposes or public utilities, including
road widening, no additional lots are created:
(a) in the Rural zone unless resultant lots have a
minimum area of 100 hectares;
(b) in the Environmental Management and
Conservation zone;
(c) on Noosa North Shore;
(d) in the Low density residential zone at
Cooroibah;
(e) in the Low density residential zone where
access is gained via:
(i) Noosa Banks Drive, Tewantin;
(ii) Golf Course Drive, Griffith Avenue or
Carramar Street, Tewantin;
(iii) Lake Entrance Boulevard, Noosaville;
(iv) Lake Weyba Drive Noosaville, south of
Eenie Creek Road; or
(v) Habitat Place, Noosa Heads;
(f) within a Water Supply Buffer Area as shown
on Regional Infrastructure Overlay
Lot Areas and Dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 Complies.
New lots have areas and dimensions that: New lots are of a size and shape that can
(a) are consistent with the purpose and overall accommodate the land uses intended by the zone. Both proposed lots comply with the minimum lot size specified in
outcomes of the applicable zone or zones; Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and Dimensions, being 600m2, as
(b) are consistent with the size and character of AO5.2 demonstrated by the Plan of Proposed Subdivision prepared by
surrounding lots; In general, lots have a predominantly regular, Bennett + Bennett included at Appendix C.
(c) can accommodate land uses that are rectangular shape.
consistent with the purpose and overall
outcomes of the applicable zone; Editor's note- topographical constraints or
(d) allow for siting and construction of buildings, environmental values may call for irregular property
structures, access ways and car parking boundaries.
while:-
(i) retaining ecologically important areas AO5.3
and ecological linkages; In residential zones, lots are generally arranged so
(ii) minimising risk of soil erosion, landslide, that:
flooding and bushfire; (a) there are no more than five lots with a
(iii) minimising earthworks or retaining walls frontage width of less than 15 metres
associated with construction on sloping grouped in a row;
sites; (b) there are no more than three lots with a
(iv) retaining the scenic amenity and frontage width of 7.5 metres or less in a row
vegetated character of the landscape; unless serviced by a rear lane;
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(v) retaining culturally significant features (c) lots with a frontage width of less than 15
and protecting views to culturally metres are not located opposite other lots
significant features; with a frontage width of less than 15 metres.
(vi) minimising detrimental impacts of
effluent disposal or storm water runoff; AO5.4
including open space for landscaping; In activity centres and industry zones, new lots
ensuring safe vehicular manoeuvring contribute to a mix of lot sizes that cater for varied
areas without concentration of driveways commercial and industrial enterprises, such that:
in one space; and (a) smaller lots intended for intensive
(vii) where not in a water or sewerage service development are clustered near centres;
area, allow for water storage tanks and (b) new lots adjacent to sensitive land uses
suitable effluent disposal. include sufficient area for buffering of
(e) except where otherwise specified in a local incompatible land uses; and
area code, comply with the minimum lot size (c) lot reconfiguration provides for shared access
specified in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size arrangements wherever possible.
and Dimensions.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Development provides for irregular shaped lots to be
created only where:
(a) the creation of regular lots is impractical such
as at a curve in the road or because of
topographical constraints;
(b) safe access and visual exposure to and from
the site can be provided, while not adversely
impacting on the functionality of the
surrounding road network;
(c) it is desirable to avoid clearing of vegetation
and the fragmentation of habitat in
ecologically important areas; and
(d) the irregular lot is demonstrably suitable for
its intended purpose.
Lot Layout
Site Responsive Design AO7.1 Complies.
If located in the Low density residential zone, Medium
PO7 density residential zone, High density residential zone, Both proposed lots are responsive to the setting of the site,
Development provides for a lot layout and Tourist accommodation zone or Community facilities specifically, the Bushfire Hazard trigger. Refer to the Bushfire
configuration of roads and pathways that is responsive zone and intended for a residential use, any new lot is Management Plan prepared by Bushfire Risk Reducers, included
to:- located outside the modelled flood level of the 1% AEP at Appendix F.
(a) the setting of the site within an urban or non- (1:100 year ARI) water surface levels or where not
urban context; modelled, above the highest known flood level.
(b) any natural environmental values present on,
or adjoining the site; AO7.2
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(c) any natural hazards affecting the site or Flood immunity for development areas is not achieved
adjoining land such that the number of by filling land below the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood
properties or persons at risk is not increased; level.
(d) the terrain of the land, minimising the need
for earthworks; AO7.3
(e) any places of cultural heritage significance or All reconfigured lots on land subject to a constraint or
character areas present on, or adjoining the valuable feature identified on an overlay map contains
site; and a building envelope marked on a plan of development
(f) any important landmarks, views, vistas or that demonstrates that there is an area sufficient to
other areas of high scenic quality present on, accommodate the intended purpose of the lot, that is
or able to be viewed from, the site. not subject to the constraint or valuable feature or that
appropriately responds to the constraint or valuable
Editor’s Note— Development of land affected by feature.
constraints shown on overlay maps will be subject to
overlay codes. AO7.4
New lots with a site area less than 4,000m² in area
have a slope not exceeding:
(a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
(b) 5% lengthwise slope (longitudinal fall).
AO7.5
Lot boundaries, services, utilities and roads are
aligned to avoid traversing ecologically important
areas and ecological linkages.
AO7.6
Development does not result in significant modification
to natural landform or landscape features including:
(a) waterways and drainage lines;
(b) native vegetation or significant character
trees;
(c) understorey vegetation;
(d) slope;
(e) rock outcrops; or
(f) views.
AO7.7
Development retains or provides viable ecological
corridors for wildlife movement.
AO7.8
Where no riparian buffer is nominated through the
Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map in
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Schedule 2, a vegetated buffer is provided no less than
10 metres wide, measured from the centreline of any
stream .
AO7.9
Ecologically important areas are formally protected for
the long term through environmental covenant or
transferal to public ownership or through gazettal of a
nature reserve.
Climate Responsive Design AO8.1 Not applicable.
The lot design maximises the number of lots where the
PO8 longest axis of the lot has a general east-west
The street design and lot orientation facilitates the orientation.
construction of energy efficient buildings that respond
to the local climate conditions by: AO8.2
(a) maximising solar access to the north; The street pattern maximises the number of streets
(b) minimising solar access to the west; running in a general north-south direction.
(c) proportioning lots and building envelopes to
accommodate energy efficient building AO8.3
orientation; For development within the Low density residential
(d) maximising access to any prevailing summer zone each lot contains a rectangular house site area
breezes; and where the long axis faces true north or is no more than
(e) minimising exposure to prevailing winter 20 degrees off true north and has minimum
winds. dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design AO9.1 Not applicable.
Lots are arranged to front streets and public open
PO9 space.
Development provides for a lot layout, land use and
infrastructure configuration that: AO9.2
(a) provides for an efficient land use pattern; Development maximises opportunities for casual
(b) creates compact and walkable surveillance and avoids areas of concealment by
neighbourhoods that are well connected to ensuring pathways and public open space have
centres, employment, education facilities, defined edges and are visually exposed to roadways.
community services, open space and
recreation facilities; AO9.3
(c) creates useable and interconnected Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways and open
movement and open space networks; space) are designed with a high degree of legibility
(d) effectively connects and integrates the site with public spaces and corridors easy to find and
with existing or planned development on recognise.
adjoining sites;
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(e) provides for moderate and large size
developments to have multiple access
points;
(f) promotes a sense of community identity and
belonging;
(g) promotes a variety of streetscapes;
(h) provides for a high level of amenity, having
regard to potential noise, dust, odour and
lighting nuisance sources;
(i) integrates prominent site features including
landmarks, native vegetation and views into
the design;
(j) discourages crime or antisocial behaviour by
facilitating casual surveillance of streets,
paths and public open space;
(k) avoids the sporadic or out-of- sequence
creation of lots; and
(l) protects and enhances ecologically
important areas and provides for the
clustering of lots into cleared areas.
Infrastructure No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
PO10
Development accommodates and provides for the
efficient and timely delivery of infrastructure
appropriate to the site’s setting and intended use.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Roadway and pathway layout are predominantly
rectilinear with a high degree of permeability.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road
network is addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code.
Infrastructure and Services
PO12 AO12.1 Complies.
New lots are located, sized and configured so as to All lots are connected to power supply and
ensure each lot is capable of being serviced by telecommunications services and where located within Each proposed lot will be serviced by standard urban infrastructure
appropriate levels of infrastructure including: the Urban boundaries, power supply and services.
(a) power supply; communications infrastructure are provided
(b) telecommunications; and underground.
(c) where within Local Plan Areas reticulated
water supply; AO12.2
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(d) reticulated sewerage; and If located in a water service area each new lot can be
(e) stormwater drainage. connected to Unitywater’s water supply network.
AO12.3
If located in a sewerage service area each new lot can
be connected to Unitywater’s sewerage network.
AO12.4
If located in a Local plan area lots can be connected to
Council’s stormwater drainage network.
AO12.5
If not in a sewerage service area each lot has sufficient
area and other attributes to ensure efficient and
effective on-site sewerage disposal.
PO13 AO13.1 Complies.
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient vehicle Vehicular access for the development is consistent
access. with the function and design of the road it takes access Each proposed lot is provided with safe and convenient vehicle
from. access to Butler Street. Refer to the Engineering Site Servicing
Report undertaken by Ferg & Roeds Pty Ltd included at Appendix
AO13.2 D.
Development does not require new or changed access
to a state-controlled road that is a limited access road
unless in accordance with the limited access policy for
the state-controlled road.
AO13.3
Access easements are in appropriate locations for
safe access and egress, and supply appropriate
widths and levels of service for the number of vehicles
that will utilise them as per the requirements of
Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 Engineering
design standards – Roads, drainage and earthworks.
Editor's note- Reference should be made to the
Queensland Government's Development Assessment
Mapping System to confirm which are state-controlled
roads or limited access roads.
Movement Network
Traffic No acceptable outcome provided. Complies.
PO14
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Traffic generated by the development is within the
acceptable capacity of external roads and does not
have an adverse impact upon the functioning of the
road network.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road
network is addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
Roads and Pathways AO15.1 Not applicable.
PO15 Where involving the construction of a new road, road
planning and design supports the hierarchy and
Development involving the creation of new roads and functional aspects identified in Council’s Planning
pathways ensures infrastructure— Scheme Policy PSP6 on Engineering design
(a) provides convenient, safe and efficient standards – Roads, drainage and earthworks.
movement for all modes of transport between
land use activities; Editor’s Note— Further detail on road and pathway
(b) prioritises pedestrian movement and bicycle networks is provided in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
use over vehicle movements;
(c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible bus AO15.2
services that connect to existing and future The street layout is generally rectilinear and does not
public passenger transport facilities; rely on culs-de-sac, or where the use of a cul-de-sac
(d) provides through roads and minimises the is unavoidable because of the natural features of the
use of culs-de-sac; site, it does not exceed a length of 200 metres.
(e) minimises the extent of earthworks required
by being sympathetic to the terrain; AO15.3
(f) allows for unimpeded and practical access to Pathways and pedestrian routes are planned to
each proposed lot; and provide clear, safe connections between residential,
(g) provides for mature street trees. open space, transit stops and retail areas, and are
located along, or are visible from, streets or other
public spaces.
AO15.4
Sufficient space and soil depth is provided for the
planting of street trees for shade, amenity and habitat
purposes.
PO16 AO16 Not applicable.
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways Network identified
pedestrian and cyclist linkages with adjoining sites in in the Local Government Infrastructure Plan located in
the immediate area. Part 4, the subdivision design and layout includes
pathways:
(a) located in accordance with the Pathways
Network identified in the Local Government
Infrastructure Plan;
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(b) linking to the Pathways Network identified in
the Local Government Infrastructure Plan.
PO17 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Development on land within activity centres with active
frontages are provided with access from a rear lane or
other access streets to reduce potential conflicts with
pedestrians and cyclists.
Open Space Network
PO18 AO18.1 Not applicable.
Development provides for parks, drainage reserves Active parkland or open space which links to active
and open space infrastructure that:- parkland is provided in accordance with the Council’s
(a) provides for a range of passive and active infrastructure network planning;
recreation settings, offering a range of
informal and formal experiences to the OR
community;
(b) accommodates adequate facilities to meet AO18.2
the needs of the community and is designed Park contributions are paid in accordance with the
to maximise use by the community it serves; applicable infrastructure instrument.
(c) provides opportunities for all age groups and
levels of mobility; AO18.3
(d) is well distributed and contributes to the Land intended for public open space complements
legibility and character of the specific town, existing adjacent and surrounding open space areas
village or locality; and physical linkages to these areas are provided.
(e) creates attractive settings and focal points for
the community, designed as attractive and AO18.4
enjoyable, functional and safe places to meet Open space is provided adjacent to waterways, with
and recreate; roads servicing the linear parkland and lots located on
(f) benefits the amenity of adjoining land uses; the opposite side of the road to the waterways.
(g) facilitates the retention and protection of
ecologically important areas, wetlands, AO18.5
waterways, drainage lines and native habitat A park has direct road frontages of a minimum of 25%
areas, their associated buffers, ecological of the total allotment boundary of the park to provide
linkages and other natural and cultural physical access and visibility.
features;
(h) incorporates appropriate measures for AO18.6
stormwater and flood management; Public open space has good connectivity for users via
(i) is cost effective to maintain; and pedestrian and cycle paths.
(j) is dedicated as public land in the early stages
of the subdivision. AO18.7
Landscaping is designed to create aesthetically
pleasing open space areas and to suit the type, setting
and purpose of the particular park.
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AO18.8
Active parkland in all areas other than the Low impact
industry zone and Medium impact industry zone will
contain embellishment in accordance with the Local
Government Infrastructure Plan in Part 4 such as:
(a) children’s play facilities catering for various
ages including a soft fall surface where
required and a shade cover over play
equipment;
(b) seating;
(c) picnic table/s with seats; and
(d) landscaping.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on Landscaping is
addressed in Part 9.4.5 Landscaping Code
PO19 AO19.1 Not applicable.
Land provided for active recreation areas is of a Active parkland is of a usable shape free of irregular
physical standard and condition suitable for the boundaries.
intended uses and is not subject to physical or other
constraints including contamination, environmental or AO19.2
biophysical constraints or legislative protection that Active parkland is located on land that is exclusive of—
would encumber its use. (a) flood inundation below the 20% AEP (1:5
year ARI level);
(b) land affected by stormwater or overland flow
discharge from adjacent allotments;
(c) drainage reserves and detention basins,
which cannot be shown to safely and
effectively contribute to the network of parks
and open space areas;
(d) land with a slope, or subject to cut or fill with
a batter slope, that exceeds a slope of 15%;
(e) areas of land less than 15 metres wide, such
as access and service and utility easements;
(f) land required to serve primarily as a buffer
area to any existing development or major
transport corridor; and
(g) power easements.
AO19.3
At least 10% of the total open space provision for
active parkland is exclusive of flood inundation below
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the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI level or the highest
recorded flood level), whichever is the greatest.
Small Residential Lots
PO20 AO20 Not applicable.
Residential lots less than 600m2: Within the Low Density Residential zone, new lots of
(a) occur only where they are consistent with the less than 600m²:
size of established adjacent lots; (a) are no smaller than the size of established
(b) are not less than 500m2 in area; adjacent lots;
(c) are free of physical constraints or (b) are free of easements;
encumbrances that would restrict the siting of (c) are regular in shape with a width to depth
a house; ratio of approximately 1:2;
(d) have area and dimensions that can (d) do not have a slope greater than 10%;
accommodate an appropriate house site (e) can accommodate a house and sufficient car
area without siting variations; parking without encroaching into boundary
(e) are distributed across a development to clearances or prescribed building setbacks;
create diversity in lots; and (f) allow for landscape and tree planting in deep
(f) do not result in excessive driveways at soil zones to soften built form elements;
intersections or corners. (g) are not created by further dividing an existing
rear (battle-axe) lot; and
(h) are not located at the end of a T-intersection
or at a bend in the road.
Rear Lots
PO21 AO21.1 Complies.
Rear (battle-axe) lots are created only where:-: The minimum area of the rear lot, exclusive of any
(a) it would not be desirable nor practicable for access strip, complies with the lot reconfiguration Proposed Lot 2, being designed to a rear (hatchet) configuration,
the site to be reconfigured so that all lots outcomes in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot size and complies with Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and Dimensions,
have full frontage to a road; dimensions providing that no rear access lot has a lot ensuring the minimum area (600m2) exclusive of the area of the
(b) located in the Low density residential zone, size less than 600m2 exclusive of access strip. access handle is achieved.
Rural residential zone or Rural zone;
(c) development positively contributes to the AO21.2 It is acknowledged that the proposed access handle does not
character of the neighbourhood; No more than 10% of lots within a subdivision are rear satisfy compliance with Acceptable Outcome AO21.11, as the
(d) development provides a high standard of lots or lots accessed via an access strip. width of the access handle is 4.2m, falling short of complying with
amenity for residents and other users of the the minimum width (4.5m) by .3m (refer to the Plan of Proposed
rear lot and adjoining properties; AO21.3 Subdivision included at Appendix C). It is noted that during our
(e) the lot is large enough to accommodate No more than two rear lots are located at the end of a formal pre-lodgement meeting held with Noosa Council on the 25
anticipated land uses including car parking cul-de-sac. November 2020, Council expressed support for the proposed
and manoeuvring; access arrangement provided the access driveway is constructed
(f) development is not detrimental to the use AO21.4 to a standard 3m seal and landscaping is able to be planted along
and amenity of adjoining lots through loss of No rear lot shares a common boundary with more than each side of the access handle; the proposed development will
privacy, sunlight or breezes once buildings four other lots. conform in this regard.
are constructed;
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(g) vehicular access to rear lots will not have a AO21.5
detrimental impact on lots adjoining the No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips
access strip due to excessive noise, light, directly adjoin each other.
dust, stormwater runoff and the like;
(h) access arrangements do not adversely affect AO21.6
the safety and efficiency of the road from No existing lot with a primary street frontage of less
which access is gained; than 12 metres is further divided unless safe access to
(i) their creation does not prejudice the the new lot is provided to a secondary street to which
anticipated development of adjoining land. a frontage of at least 12 metres is provided.
AO21.7
Where two rear lots adjoin each other, a single
common driveway and reciprocal access easements
are provided.
AO21.8
No more than three lots gain access from the same
access strip.
AO21.9
Any lot with a road frontage has no more than one rear
lot created to its rear and has a rear lot access strips
located on no more than one side.
AO21.10
The gradient of the access strip does not exceed 10%.
AO21.11
Access strips have a minimum width of 4.5 metres.
Rural Lots Severed by a Road
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
In the Rural Zone, one lot may be divided into two lots
less than 100 hectares in area where there is a
compliance with the South East Queensland Regional
Plan and each resultant lot is relatively free of physical
constraints such that it can accommodate a dwelling
house, effluent disposal, vehicular access and other
improvements and land uses that are consistent with
the purpose of the Rural Zone.
Volumetric Subdivisions
PO23 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
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Development provides that the subdivision of space
above or below the surface of land facilitates efficient
development in a manner that is consistent with the
overall outcomes for the zone and Local plan area in
which the site is located.
Stormwater Management
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies.
Development provides for the effective drainage of
lots and roads in a manner that:- Refer to the Engineering Site Servicing Report included at
(a) maintains the natural flow regime; Appendix D.
(b) effectively manages stormwater quality and
quantity; and
(c) ensures no adverse impacts on receiving
waters and surrounding land.
Editor’s Note— Requirements for the design and
construction of stormwater management
infrastructure are addressed in Part 9.4.9 Water
Quality and Drainage code.
Conflicting Land Uses
PO25 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
New lots for residential development do not adjoin
land located in the Medium impact industry zone or the
Low impact industry zone.
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries
PO26 AO26 Not applicable.
Development provides that the rearrangement of lot The rearrangement of lot boundaries results is an
boundaries is an improvement on the existing improvement to the existing situation whereby the size
situation. and dimensions of proposed lots comply more fully
with Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot size and dimensions.
and at least one of the following is achieved:
(a) the rearrangement of lots remedies an
existing boundary encroachment by a
building or structure;
(b) the rearranged lots will be made more regular
in shape;
(c) access is provided to a lot that previously had
no access or an unsuitable access;
(d) the rearranged lots better meet the overall
outcomes for the zone and the local plan area
in which the site is situated;
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(e) the rearrangement of lots provides for a
significant improvement in rural productivity;
or
(f) the rearrangement of lots results in a
significant improvement in the protection of
environmental values.
If Involving a Standard Format Lot with Common Property such as requiring a Community Management Scheme under the Body Corporate and Community Management
Act 1997
PO27 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Community title subdivision only occurs once
construction of approved buildings on site is
completed.
Editor’s Note—As a building is to be constructed prior
to sealing of subdivision plans, assessment of the
development is to be undertaken as part of the
development application for a material change of use
if that development is assessable under the planning
scheme. Reconfiguring a lot can be assessed
simultaneously or subsequently against the relevant
parts of this code.
PO28 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Development provides internal access ways and
driveways which:
(a) are designed to clearly indicate the function
of the access way; and
(b) provide acceptable levels of access,
functionality, safety, amenity and
convenience for users, as well as catering for
car parking facilities.
PO29 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Community title subdivision for residential purposes
only occurs—
(a) where lots are located close to services and
facilities;
(b) in the Low density residential zone, Medium
density residential zone, High density
residential zone, Tourist accommodation
zone or Centre zone;
(c) where they are consistent with the character
of the locality they are located in;
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(d) if appropriate house site areas and car
parking needs can be accommodated;
(e) where they are supplied with adequate
infrastructure to meet the needs of users;
(f) where they minimise adverse effects on the
environment;
(g) if they are of suitable shape and slope to
minimise constraints to development; and
(h) if they are sufficient areas to provide
reasonable amenity for users.
PO30 No acceptable outcome provided. Not applicable.
Community title subdivisions intended for business
uses:
(a) only occur in a centre zone or industry zone;
and
(b) provide adequate areas on site for vehicular
parking, private and communal open space,
landscaping and site facilities to meet the
needs of users.