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6.8.4 Rural Residential Zone Code
6.8.4.3 Assessment Criteria
Table 6.8.4.3.1 - Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Role and function
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 - Complies
Development provides for low density, semi-rural living Development other than a dwelling house is The proposal provides for a low density rural
as well as compatible work from home opportunities, inconspicuous and presents as a dwelling house. residential subdivision comprising five large
primary production and small scale visitor AO1.2 allotments within the Rural Residential Zone suitable
accommodation, on large allotments with varying The dwelling house may include one secondary for the establishment of future dwelling houses in a .
a rural residential setting.
levels of services. dwelling with a maximum gross floor area of 65m2 and
no more than two bedrooms.
AO1.2 – Not applicable
AO1.3
Any business operated on site including
AO1.3 – Not applicable
accommodation is subordinate to the use of the
premises for a domestic residence.
PO2 AO2 AO2 – Complies
Development does not result in the diminished With the exception of a Dwelling house, a distance of There is no land within 100m of the site that mapped
productive capacity of rural activities on adjacent or not less than 100 metres is provided between any as an Agricultural Conservation Area.
nearby properties. sensitive land use and land on an adjacent rural zone
property with over 4 hectares of land mapped as
Agricultural Land Conservation Area.
PO3 AO3 AO3 - Not applicable.
With the exception of one dwelling house or a Only the residents of a dwelling house or community
community residence, any accommodation is limited to residence reside on the property for any period greater
use by short-term guests. than three consecutive months.
PO4 AO4.1 PO4 – Not applicable
Visitor accommodation: Buildings and structures do not occupy more than 5%
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(a) is at a scale and density that protects the of the site area, with no more than 500m2 of gross floor
environmental and lifestyle values of the land; area.
(b) complements the substantive role of the property AO4.2
to provide housing to permanent resident(s); and For visitor accommodation, site density does no
(c) does not detract from the rural residential exceed on accommodation building per hectare.
character and amenity of adjoining properties. AO4.3
For a retreat, lodge or guest house not consisting of
self-contained accommodation, a maximum of two
guest rooms are provided per hectare of site area.
AO4.4
Short-term accommodation of a dwelling house on site
is limited to the occasional use of the occupant's
permanent place of residence.
AO4.5
The resident operator of visitor accommodation
remains on site while guest are staying.
Built form
Building height and scale AO5.1 AO5.1 – Not Applicable
PO5 Buildings and structures are no more than 8 metres in The development does not involve the establishment
Buildings and other structures: building height from ground level, providing that they of buildings.
(a) are low rise; may be up to 9 metres where the pitched roof but no
(b) do not present an appearance of bulk to adjacent other part of the building or structure exceeds 8
properties, roads or other areas in the vicinity of metres. AO5.2 – Not Applicable
the site; AO5.2 The development does not involve excavation.
(c) have a low site impact to maximise the The exposed portion of the external elevation of the
opportunity to retain natural site characteristics, building cannot exceed 8 metres in building height and
such as native vegetation and natural landforms; does not appear to exceed more than two storeys AO5.3 – AO5.5 – Not Applicable
(d) respect the scale of surrounding vegetation; when viewed externally from any elevation. The development does not involve the establishment
(e) are no more than two storeys in height; and Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-13A of buildings.
(f) do not visually exceed two storeys when viewed AO5.3
externally from the building. Site cover of all buildings and structures on the site
does not exceed 30%.
Alternative provisions to the QDC
Editor's note—Site cover is calculated by reference only to
that part of the site in the Rural Residential Zone
AO5.4
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Individual buildings or roofed structures do not cover
more than 500m2 of the site.
AO5.5
The total gross floor area of all buildings on site does
not exceed 500m2.
Boundary setback AO6 .1 AO6 .1 – Not Applicable
PO6 Buildings used to house animals, temporary holding The development does not involve buildings used to
Buildings and other structures are designed and sited yards, structures containing areas of animal waste or house animals, by-products or the like.
to:- by-product disposal are not within 100 metres of:
(a) provide a high level of amenity to users of the (a) the boundary of another property in the rural
subject site and adjoining premises, including residential zone or any other residential zone;
provision of visual and acoustic privacy, access (b) an existing dwelling on an adjoining property;
to breezes and protection from noise, odour or (c) the boundary of adjoining properties in the
artificial lighting; environmental management and conservation
(b) provide adequate distance from adjoining land zone, unless such land is in private ownership; or
uses and avoid conflict with existing or future (d) a waterway or wetlands as shown on the
rural uses and activities on adjoining properties; Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay
(c) allow for space and landscaping to be provided Maps in Schedule 2. AO6.2 – Not Applicable
between buildings; AO6.2 The development does not involve buildings used
(d) preserve existing vegetation that will help buffer Buildings or structures which are used for the storage storage of chemicals, machinery or the like.
development; of chemicals or machinery, stockpiling of composting
(e) protect the natural character and avoid adverse or organic fertilisers, or which support artificial lighting
impacts on ecologically important areas such as or irrigation sprayers, are not within 100 metres of:
national parks, waterways and wetlands. (a) the boundary of another property in the Rural
residential zone or any other residential zone;
(b) a dwelling on an adjoining property;
(c) the boundary of adjoining properties in the
Environmental management and conservation
zone, unless such land is in private ownership; or
(d) waterway or wetlands shown on the Biodiversity,
Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Maps in AO6.3 – Not Applicable
Schedule 2. The development does not involve a roadside stall.
AO6.3
Roadside stalls no larger than 9m2 may be located
AO6.4 – Complies
adjacent to the front property boundary provided safe
Both lots have sufficient areas and dimensions to
space for parking of vehicles is also within the property
ensure that dwelling can be established with
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boundary. setbacks that comply with a) – d).
AO6.4
Outside the circumstances of AO6.1, AO6.2 and
AO6.3 above, buildings and structures meet the
following minimum boundary setbacks:
(a) 15 metres from a property boundary adjoining
land in the Environmental management and
conservation zone, unless such land is in private
ownership;
(b) 40 metres from mean high water spring of a
waterway or as otherwise prescribed through the
Queensland Government Erosion Prone Area
Maps;
(c) 10 metres from the road frontage;
(d) 10 metres from the side and rear boundaries or 6
metres where the lot area does not exceed 1
hectare, with the exception that if the height of
the building or structure exceeds 9 metres the
setback to the side and rear boundaries is equal
to twice its height in metres.
Alternative provision to the QDC
Safety and amenity
PO7 No acceptable outcome provided PO7 – Complies
Development does not result in an adverse change to The proposed development would not result in
the light, air quality, noise, accessibility or other adverse changes to light, air quality noise
conditions enjoyed by residents of associated, accessibility or other conditions enjoyed by nearby
adjoining or nearby premises. residents.
Sports courts AO8.1 AO8.1 – AO8.4 Not Applicable
PO8 A 2 metre landscaped buffer separates any private The proposal does not involve sports courts.
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.
occupants of adjoining or nearby premises nor cause AO8.2
unreasonable disturbance to the local fauna. Courts are fenced to a height of—
(a) 3.6 metres for a full-sized court; or
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(b) 2.4 metres for a half court.
AO8.3
Courts are not lit; or
AO8.4
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.
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided PO9 - Complies
Development: The proposal is supported by traffic engineering
(a) does not compromise the safety, capacity or advice which confirms that safe and practical access
operation of the road network; and can be provided to Black Mountain Range Road.
(b) does not result in significant impacts on residents Proposed Lot 1 will obtain a new access to the west,
close to rural roads. proposed Lot 2 will obtain a new access midway
along the lots frontage, proposed Lot 3 will retain the
existing residential access, and proposed Lots 4 and
5 will utilise a new dual access point. The Traffic
Engineering Letter confirms that the relevant sight
distance requirements can be achieved, subject to
vegetation management where identified, and that
the access arrangements are acceptable for the low
density rural residential use of the lots.
Scenic amenity
AO10 - Complies.
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PO10 AO10 The site adjoins the Bruce Highway corridor to the
Development does not detract from the scenic amenity Development on land adjoining the major road north and Black Mountain Range Road to the south
of the hinterland as experienced from the major road network, Lake Macdonald or the Noosa River system and west which are both identified an being part of
network or the waterways. minimises visual impacts on the scenic amenity of the the major road network. No new buildings are
roadway or waterway by— proposed as part of the subdivision and the
(a) sensitive siting and design of buildings, proposed house site areas are positioned to
structures, driveways and works; maintain the open rural residential landscape setting.
(b) retaining existing vegetation; The subdivision layout generally retains existing
(c) incorporating landscape treatments to visually vegetation and avoids ecologically important areas
screen and soften development; and and riparian corridors. Future dwellings can be
(d) incorporating building materials and external designed with appropriate materials, colours,
finishes that are compatible with the site’s visual landscaping and siting to minimise visual impacts
character and landscape setting. when viewed from the surrounding road network.
Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3 - 3B
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 - Complies.
The landscape character and visual amenity quality of To protect scenic amenity and other landscape The proposal responds to the sloping topography
hillslopes and ridgelines are retained and qualities: and landscape character of the site. The identified
development: (a) buildings or structures are not constructed on house site areas are generally located on suitable
(a) is visually responsive to the natural topography of land with a slope greater than 33%; and rounded spur crests or broad flank slopes and avoid
the site, sitting within the landscape rather than (b) buildings or structures are only constructed on the steeper and more constrained parts of the land.
dominating it; steep slopes if: The Geotechnical Investigation confirms that the
(b) retains natural vegetation that assists in (i) there are no other suitable building sites on proposed subdivision layout is acceptable from a
screening or visually softening development; the property; and geotechnical and slope stability perspective, with a
(c) steps down slopes or uses suspended floor (ii) construction utilises suspended floors or low risk of instability achievable subject to future lot-
construction, minimising cut or fill; and pole footings rather than slab on ground specific design measures. Future dwelling design
(d) uses materials, finishes and colours that construction. can minimise cut and fill, utilise hillside construction
complement the natural setting and integrate with methods where required, and apply materials and
the landscape and skyline. colours that integrate with the surrounding
AO11.2 landscape.
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost
edge of a hill slope: AO11.2 – AO11.4 – Not applicable
(a) roof lines are generally parallel with contours of The proposal does not involve the establishment of
the land; buildings.
(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
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are screened with landscaping or battens.
Editor's note—refer to Figure 6.9.1A and Figure 6.9.1B and
Figure AP3-3B.
AO11.3
On sloping sites:
(a) cut or fill is less than 1.5 metres in depth relative
to natural ground level; and
(b) slab on ground construction is avoided and split
level buildings with small floorplates are used as
an alternative. Post and beam construction or
suspended or pole construction techniques may
be appropriate.
AO11.4
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost
edge of a hill slope, 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.
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9.5.1.3 Assessment Criteria
Table 9.5.1.3 - Criteria for assessment
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided PO1 - Not applicable.
Urban residential development:
(a) is confined to land within the Urban boundaries; The proposal is for rural residential development
(b) provides a mix of lot sizes and configurations to within the Rural Residential zone and does not
cater for variety in housing choice; involve urban residential development within an
(c) contributes to efficient use of land and urban area.
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 PO2 - Complies.
Rural residential development is confined to land within
the Rural Residential zone and included within either The site is included in the Rural Residential zone
the Urban Footprint or Rural Living designations of the and is within the Rural Living Area designation under
South East Queensland Regional Plan. the South East Queensland Regional Plan. The
proposal creates rural residential lots consistent with
this planning intent.
PO3 AO3 AO3 - Not applicable.
Development of land for business and employment Development of land:
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functions occurs within the activity centres and the (a) at the Noosa Business Centre is to be generally The proposal does not involve land for a business or
industrial zones. in accordance with Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa employment function.
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 PO4 - Complies.
With the exception of lots intended to be used by the
Council or State for community infrastructure, The site is not located in a Rural zone,
conservation purposes or public utilities, including road Environmental Management and Conservation zone,
widening, no additional lots are created: Noosa North Shore, nominated Low Density
(a) in the Rural zone unless resultant lots have a Residential area, or a Rural Residential Water
minimum area of 100 hectares; Supply Buffer Area. The proposal is not otherwise
(b) in the Environmental Management and prohibited by this outcome.
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) Lake Entrance Boulevard, Noosaville;
(iii) Lake Weyba Drive Noosaville, south of
Eenie Creek Road; or
(iv) Habitat Place, Noosa Heads;
(f) in the Rural Residential zone, where within a
Water Supply Buffer Area as shown on Regional
Infrastructure Overlay.
Lot areas and dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 AO5.1 – AO5.2 - 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. The proposed lots have areas of approximately
outcomes of the applicable zone or zones; AO5.2 4.284ha, 2.931ha, 3.984ha, 3.954ha and 7.699ha,
(b) are consistent with the size and character of In general, lots have a predominantly regular, which exceed the 1.5ha minimum lot size for the
Rural Residential zone. Each lot is capable of
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surrounding lots; rectangular shape. accommodating a future dwelling, access, services,
(c) can accommodate land uses that are consistent Editor's note-topographical constraints or environmental water storage and on-site effluent disposal while
with the purpose and overall outcomes of the values may call for irregular property boundaries. responding to site constraints.
applicable zone;
(d) allow for siting and construction of buildings,
structures, access ways and car parking while:- AO5.3 – Not applicable
(i) retaining ecologically important areas and AO5.3 The site is not in a residential zone.
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 frontage
(iii) minimising earthworks or retaining walls width of less than 15 metres grouped in a row;
associated with construction on sloping (b) there are no more than three lots with a frontage
sites; width of 7.5 metres or less in a row unless
(iv) retaining the scenic amenity and vegetated serviced by a rear lane;
character of the landscape; (c) lots with a frontage width of less than 15 metres
(v) retaining culturally significant features and are not located opposite other lots with a frontage
protecting views to culturally significant width of less than 15 metres
features;
(vi) minimising detrimental impacts of effluent AO5.4 – Not applicable
disposal or storm water runoff; including AO5.4 The site is not located in an activity centre or
open space for landscaping; ensuring safe In activity centres and industry zones, new lots industry zone.
vehicular manoeuvring areas without contribute to a mix of lot sizes that cater for varied
concentration of driveways in one space; commercial and industrial enterprises, such that:
and (a) smaller lots intended for intensive development
(vii) where not in a water or sewerage service are clustered near centres;
area, allow for water storage tanks and (b) new lots adjacent to sensitive land uses include
suitable effluent disposal. sufficient area for buffering of incompatible land
(e) except where otherwise specified in a local area uses; and
code, comply with the minimum lot size specified (c) lot reconfiguration provides for shared access
in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and arrangements wherever possible.
Dimensions
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided PO6 – Complies.
Development provides for irregular shaped lots to be The lot boundaries are irregular only to the extent
created only where: necessary to respond to topography, existing access
(a) the creation of regular lots is impractical such as opportunities, mapped riparian areas and the
at a curve in the road or because of intended rural residential layout. Each lot remains
suitable for its intended purpose and includes a
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topographical constraints; nominated house site area.
(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
PO7 If located in the Low density residential zone, Medium
Development provides for a lot layout and density residential zone, High density residential zone, AO7.1 – Not applicable.
configuration of roads and pathways that is responsive Tourist accommodation zone or Community facilities The site is not located in the mentioned zones
to:- zone and intended for a residential use, any new lot is
(a) the setting of the site within an urban or non- located outside the modelled flood level of the 1% AEP
urban context; (1:100 year ARI) water surface levels or where not
(b) any natural environmental values present on, or modelled, above the highest known flood level.
adjoining the site; AO7.2
(c) any natural hazards affecting the site or adjoining Flood immunity for development areas is not achieved
land such that the number of properties or by filling land below the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood
persons at risk is not increased; level.
(d) the terrain of the land, minimising the need for AO7.3
earthworks; All reconfigured lots on land subject to a constraint or
(e) any places of cultural heritage significance or valuable feature identified on an overlay map contains AO7.3 - Complies.
character areas present on, or adjoining the site; a building envelope marked on a plan of development The layout responds to the non-urban rural
and that demonstrates that there is an area sufficient to residential setting, existing landform, mapped
(f) any important landmarks, views, vistas or other accommodate the intended purpose of the lot, that is environmental constraints, landslide hazard and
areas of high scenic quality present on, or able to not subject to the constraint or valuable feature or that bushfire hazard. Nominated building envelopes are
be viewed from, the site. appropriately responds to the constraint or valuable located on cleared and suitable parts of the site, with
Editor’s Note— Development of land affected by constraints feature. technical reporting confirming the lots can
shown on overlay maps will be subject to overlay codes accommodate future dwellings, access and
AO7.4 servicing.
AO7.4 – Not Applicable
New lots with a site area less than 4,000m2 in area
Each lot substantially exceeds 4,000m2 in area.
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have a slope not exceeding:
(a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
(b) 5% lengthwise slope (longitudinal fall).
AO7.5 AO7.5 – Complies
Lot boundaries, services, utilities and roads are aligned Lot boundaries, services and utilities do not traverse
to avoid traversing ecologically important areas and ecologically important areas and ecological linkages.
ecological linkages.
AO7.6 AO7.6 – Complies
Development does not result in significant modification The development has been designed to ensure that
to natural landform or landscape features including: it does not require significant modification to natural
(a) waterways and drainage lines; landform or landscape features.
(b) native vegetation or significant character trees;
(c) understorey vegetation;
(d) slope;
(e) rock outcrops; or
(f) views.
AO7.7 – Complies
AO7.7 The development retains or provides viable
Development retains or provides viable ecological ecological corridors for wildlife movement along the
corridors for wildlife movement. mapped riparian buffer areas and the vegetation
located adjacent to the eastern boundary of the site.
AO7.8 AO7.8 – Complies
Where no riparian buffer is nominated through the a vegetated buffer is provided no less than 10
Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map in metres wide, measured from the centreline of any
Schedule 2, a vegetated buffer is provided no less than stream is generally maintained throught the site.
10 metres wide, measured from the centreline of any Only one new boundary between Lots 3 and 4
stream . crosses a waterway, however, this follows en
existing farm fence and will not result in any new
impacts.
AO7.9 AO7.9 – Not Applicable
The land predominantly comprises of rural paddocks
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Ecologically important areas are formally protected for that have historically been uses for grazing purposes
the long term through environmental covenant or and vegetation covenants would not be warranted.
transferal to public ownership or through gazettal of a
nature reserve.
Climate Responsive Design AO8.1 AO8.1- AO8.3 - Complies.
PO8 The lot design maximises the number of lots where the The proposed lots are large rural residential
The street design and lot orientation facilitates the longest axis of the lot has a general east-west allotments with sufficient area and flexibility to allow
construction of energy efficient buildings that respond orientation. future dwellings to be designed to respond to solar
to the local climate conditions by: orientation, breezes, shading, landscaping and the
(a) maximising solar access to the north; AO8.2 local subtropical climate at building design stage.
(b) minimising solar access to the west; The street pattern maximises the number of streets
(c) proportioning lots and building envelopes to running in a general north-south direction.
accommodate energy efficient building
orientation; AO8.3
(d) maximising access to any prevailing summer For development within the Low density residential
breezes; and zone each lot contains a rectangular house site area
(e) minimising exposure to prevailing winter winds. where the long axis faces true north or is no more than
20 degrees off true north and has minimum
dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design AO9.1 AO9.1 – AO9.3 - Complies.
PO9 Lots are arranged to front streets and public open The proposal creates a low-intensity rural residential
Development provides for a lot layout, land use and space. subdivision that maintains the established rural
infrastructure configuration that: AO9.2 residential character of the locality. No new roads
(a) provides for an efficient land use pattern; Development maximises opportunities for casual are proposed and the layout provides large lots with
(b) creates compact and walkable neighbourhoods surveillance and avoids areas of concealment by direct or practical access to Black Mountain Range
that are well connected to centres, employment, ensuring pathways and public open space have Road.
education facilities, community services, open defined edges and are visually exposed to roadways.
space and recreation facilities; AO9.3
(c) creates useable and interconnected movement Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways and open
and open space networks; space) are designed with a high degree of legibility
(d) effectively connects and integrates the site with with public spaces and corridors easy to find and
existing or planned development on adjoining recognise.
sites;
(e) provides for moderate and large size
developments to have multiple access points;
(f) promotes a sense of community identity and
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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 PO10 - Complies.
PO10 The proposed lots are capable of being serviced by
Development accommodates and provides for the appropriate rural residential infrastructure, including
efficient and timely delivery of infrastructure electricity, telecommunications, rainwater storage
appropriate to the site’s setting and intended use. and on-site wastewater treatment and disposal.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided PO11 - Not applicable.
Roadway and pathway layout are predominantly The proposal does not create new roads or
rectilinear with a high degree of permeability. pathways. The lot layout utilises the existing road
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road frontage and provides access from Black Mountain
network is addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code Range Road.
Infrastructure and services
PO12 AO12.1 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 lot can be provided with appropriate
appropriate levels of infrastructure including: the Urban boundaries, power supply and infrastructure and services. Reticulated water and
(a) power supply; communications infrastructure are provided sewer are not available in this locality; future
(b) telecommunications; and underground. dwellings will rely on rainwater tanks and on-site
(c) where within Local Plan Areas wastewater treatment and disposal, consistent with
rural residential development in the area.
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(d) reticulated water supply;
(e) reticulated sewerage; and AO12.2 AO12.2 – Not Applicable
(f) stormwater drainage. If located in a water service area each new lot can be The site is not in a water service area.
connected to Unitywater’s water supply network.
AO12.3
If located in a sewerage service area each new lot can AO12.3 – Not Applicable
be connected to Unitywater’s sewerage network. The site in a sewerage service area.
AO12.4
If located in a Local plan area lots can be connected to AO12.4 – Not Applicable
Council’s stormwater drainage network. The site is not in a Local Plan Area. Stormwater can
be appropriately harvested for rainwater purposes
and discharged to a lawful point of discharge within
the site.
AO12.5
If not in a sewerage service area each lot has sufficient AO12.5 – Complies
area and other attributes to ensure efficient and Each lot has a sufficient area for on-site sewerage
effective on-site sewerage disposal. disposal.
PO13 AO13.1 AO13.1 – AO13.3 - Complies.
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient vehicle Vehicular access for the development is consistent A Traffic Engineering Letter prepared by Modus
access with the function and design of the road it takes access confirms that Lot 1 can accommodate sufficient sight
from. distance and that Lots 2, 3 and 4/5 can
AO13.2 accommodate sufficient sight distance subject to
Development does not require new or changed access minor vegetation clearing within the Black Mountain
to a state-controlled road that is a limited access road Range Road verge. Access arrangements are
unless in accordance with the limited access policy for therefore considered safe and convenient.
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
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confirm which are state-controlled roads or limited access
roads.
Movement network
Traffic No acceptable outcome provided PO14 - Complies.
PO14
Traffic generated by the development is within the The traffic generated by four additional rural
acceptable capacity of external roads and does not residential lots will be minor and within the capacity
have an adverse impact upon the functioning of the of Black Mountain Range Road. The traffic
road network. engineering assessment confirms that the proposed
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road access arrangements can achieve acceptable sight
network is addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code distance outcomes, subject to recommended
vegetation clearing where required.
Roads and Pathways AO15.1 AO15.1 – AO15.4 - Not applicable.
PO15 Where involving the construction of a new road, road
Development involving the creation of new roads and planning and design supports the hierarchy and The proposal does not involve the creation of new
pathways ensures infrastructure— functional aspects identified in Council’s Planning roads or pathways.
(a) provides convenient, safe and efficient Scheme Policy PSP6 on Engineering design standards
movement for all modes of transport between — Roads, drainage and earthworks.
land use activities; Editor’s Note— Further detail on road and pathway
(b) prioritises pedestrian movement and bicycle use networks is provided in Part 9.4.7 Transport Code
over vehicle movements;
(c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible bus AO15.2
services that connect to existing and future public The street layout is generally rectilinear in a grid-like
passenger transport facilities; pattern and does not rely on culs-de-sac, or where the
(d) provides through roads and minimises the use of use of a cul-de-sac is unavoidable because of the
culs-de-sac; natural features of the site, it does not exceed a length
(e) minimises the extent of earthworks required by of 200 metres.
being sympathetic to the terrain;
(f) allows for unimpeded and practical access to AO15.3
each proposed lot; and Pathways and pedestrian routes are planned to
(g) provides for mature street trees. provide clear, safe connections between residential,
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
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planting of street trees for shade, amenity and habitat
purposes.
PO16 AO16 AO16 - Not applicable.
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways Network identified The site is in a rural residential locality and the
pedestrian and cyclist linkages with adjoining sites in in the Local Government Infrastructure Plan located in proposal does not involve an urban subdivision
the immediate area. Part 4, the subdivision design and layout includes requiring pedestrian or cyclist linkages to adjoining
pathways: sites.
(a) located in accordance with the Pathways
Network identified in the Local Government
Infrastructure Plan; or
(b) linking to the Pathways Network identified in the
Local Government Infrastructure Plan.
PO17 No acceptable outcome provided PO17 - Not applicable.
Development on land within activity centres with active
frontages are provided with access from a rear lane or The proposal is not located in an activity centre and
other access streets to reduce potential conflicts with does not involve active frontages.
pedestrians and cyclists.
Open space network
PO18 AO18.1 AO18.1 – AO18.8 - Not applicable.
Development provides for parks, drainage reserves Active parkland or open space which links to active The proposal is a small rural residential subdivision
and open space infrastructure that:- parkland is provided in accordance with the Council’s and does not require the dedication of parks,
(a) provides for a range of passive and active infrastructure network planning; drainage reserves or open space infrastructure.
recreation settings, offering a range of informal OR
and formal experiences to the community; AO18.2
(b) accommodates adequate facilities to meet the Park contributions are paid in accordance with the
needs of the community and is designed to applicable infrastructure instrument.
maximise use by the community it serves; AO18.3
(c) provides opportunities for all age groups and Land intended for public open space complements
levels of mobility; existing adjacent and surrounding open space areas
(d) is well distributed and contributes to the legibility and physical linkages to these areas are provided.
and character of the specific town, village or AO18.4
locality; Open space is provided adjacent to waterways, with
(e) creates attractive settings and focal points for the roads servicing the linear parkland and lots located on
community, designed as attractive and enjoyable, the opposite side of the road to the waterways.
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functional and safe places to meet and recreate; AO18.5
(f) benefits the amenity of adjoining land uses; A park has direct road frontages of a minimum of 25%
(g) facilitates the retention and protection of of the total allotment boundary of the park to provide
ecologically important areas, wetlands, physical access and visibility.
waterways, drainage lines and native habitat AO18.6
areas, their associated buffers, ecological Public open space has good connectivity for users via
linkages and other natural and cultural features; pedestrian and cycle paths.
(h) incorporates appropriate measures for AO18.7
stormwater and flood management; Landscaping is designed to create aesthetically
(i) is cost effective to maintain; and pleasing open space areas and to suit the type, setting
(j) is dedicated as public land in the early stages of and purpose of the particular park.
the subdivision. 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 AO19.1 – AO19.3 - Not applicable.
Land provided for active recreation areas is of a Active parkland is of a usable shape free of irregular The proposal does not involve the provision of active
physical standard and condition suitable for the boundaries. recreation land.
intended uses and is not subject to physical or other AO19.2
constraints including contamination, environmental or Active parkland is located on land that is exclusive of—
biophysical constraints or legislative protection that (a) flood inundation below the 20% AEP (1:5 year
would encumber its use. 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;
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(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
the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI level or the highest
recorded flood level), whichever is the greatest.
Small residential lots
PO20 AO20 AO20 - Not applicable.
The site is not in the Low Density Residential zone
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 encumbrances (b) are free of easements;
that would restrict the siting of a house; (c) are regular in shape with a width to depth ratio of
(d) have area and dimensions that can approximately 1:2;
accommodate an appropriate house site area (d) do not have a slope greater than 10%;
without siting variations; (e) can accommodate a house and sufficient car
(e) are distributed across a development to create parking without encroaching into boundary
diversity in lots; and clearances or prescribed building setbacks;
(f) do not result in excessive driveways at (f) allow for landscape and tree planting in deep soil
intersections or corners. zones to soften built form elements;
(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 AO21.1 – AO21.11 – Not Applicable
The proposal does not involve creating rear lots.
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Rear (battle-axe) lots are created only where: The minimum area of the rear lot, exclusive of any Each lot has frontage to Black Mountain Range
(a) it would not be desirable nor practicable for the access strip, complies with the lot reconfiguration Road and can be accessed directly from the road
site to be reconfigured so that all lots have full outcomes in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot size and frontage, including the dual access arrangement for
frontage to a road; dimensions providing that no rear access lot has a lot Lots 4 and 5.
(b) located in the Low density residential zone, Rural size less than 600m2 exclusive of access strip.
residential zone or Rural zone; AO21.2
(c) development positively contributes to the No more than 10% of lots within a subdivision are rear
character of the neighbourhood; lots or lots accessed via an access strip.
(d) development provides a high standard of amenity AO21.3
for residents and other users of the rear lot and No more than two rear lots are located at the end of a
adjoining properties; cul-de-sac.
(e) the lot is large enough to accommodate AO21.4
anticipated land uses including car parking and No rear lot shares a common boundary with more than
manoeuvring; four other lots.
(f) development is not detrimental to the use and AO21.5
amenity of adjoining lots through loss of privacy, No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips
sunlight or breezes once buildings are directly adjoin each other.
constructed; AO21.6
(g) vehicular access to rear lots will not have a No existing lot with a primary street frontage of less
detrimental impact on lots adjoining the access than 12 metres is further divided unless safe access to
strip due to excessive noise, light, dust, the new lot is provided to a secondary street to which a
stormwater runoff and the like; frontage of at least 12 metres is provided.
(h) access arrangements do not adversely affect the AO21.7
safety and efficiency of the road from which Where two rear lots adjoin each other, a single
access is gained; common driveway and reciprocal access easements
(i) their creation does not prejudice the anticipated are provided.
development of adjoining land. 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.
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Rural lots severed by a road
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 - Not applicable.
In the Rural Zone, one lot may be divided into two lots The site is not in the Rural zone and the proposal
less than 100 hectares in area where there is a does not involve rural lots severed by a road.
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 PO23 - Not applicable.
Development provides that the subdivision of space The proposal does not involve a volumetric
above or below the surface of land facilitates efficient subdivision.
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 PO24 - Complies.
Development provides for the effective drainage of lots The proposal maintains the existing rural drainage
and roads in a manner that:- regime and does not require significant modification
(a) maintains the natural flow regime; to natural landform or drainage features. Future
(b) effectively manages stormwater quality and dwelling sites can manage stormwater through
quantity; and detailed design at building approval stage, with
(c) ensures no adverse impacts on receiving waters lawful discharge to stable outlets.
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 PO25 - Complies.
New lots for residential development do not adjoin land The proposed lots do not adjoin land in the Medium
Impact Industry Zone or Low Impact Industry Zone.
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located in the Medium impact industry zone or the Low
impact industry zone.
Rearrangement of lot boundaries
PO26 AO26 AO26 - Not applicable.
Development provides that the rearrangement of lot The rearrangement of lot boundaries results is an The proposal is a 1 into 5 lot reconfiguration and
boundaries is an improvement on the existing situation. improvement to the existing situation whereby the size does not involve a rearrangement of existing lot
and dimensions of proposed lots comply more fully boundaries.
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;
(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 PO27 - Not applicable.
Community title subdivision only occurs once The proposal does not involve community title
construction of approved buildings on site is subdivision.
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
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assessed simultaneously or subsequently against the
relevant parts of this code.
PO28 No acceptable outcome provided PO28 - Not applicable.
Development provides internal access ways and The proposal does not involve community title
driveways which: internal access ways or common property driveways.
(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 PO29 - Not applicable.
Community title subdivision for residential purposes The proposal is not a community title subdivision for
only occurs— residential purposes.
(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;
(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.
Editor's Note— For clarity, a community title subdivision for
Accommodation activities is not required to comply with the
minimum lot size, minimum width and dimensions outlined in
Table 9.5.1.4.
PO30 No acceptable outcome provided PO30 - Not applicable.
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Community title subdivisions intended for business The proposal is not a community title subdivision
uses: 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.
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9.4.1.3 Assessment Criteria
Table 9.4.1.3 - Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Driveways
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 - Complies
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on: Vehicular access is located and designed in Vehicular access is proposed from Black Mountain
(a) safety, capacity and operations of the existing or accordance with the current Australian Standards for Range Road. The Traffic Engineering Assessment
planned road network, cycleways or pedestrian Parking Facilities. Report prepared by Modus at Appendix E confirms
pathway systems; and AO1.2 that Lot 1 can achieve sufficient sight distance and
(b) the existing character and amenity of the Only one driveway crossover is provided. that Lots 2, 3 and the shared Lot 4/5 access can
streetscape Editor’s Note— Justification for additional driveways may achieve acceptable sight distance outcomes, subject
need to be supported by a detailed Traffic Study. to limited vegetation clearing within the road verge
AO1.3 where required. The access arrangements are
Driveways have a maximum grade in accordance with suitable for the low-intensity rural residential
Council’s standard requirements. subdivision.
PO2 AO2.1 AO2.1 - Complies.
Driveways and crossovers Design and construction of driveways, including across The proposed access arrangements are domestic
(a) are suitable and safe for their intended use; and the footpath, is in accordance with: rural residential accesses and can be designed and
(b) match Council infrastructure. (a) Council Standard Drawings as appropriate for the constructed in accordance with Council's standard
particular type of development as annotated on drawings and relevant Australian Standards.
the drawings: or Detailed crossover design can be addressed through
(b) for properties located at number 1 through to 97 conditions of approval and operational stage.
Noosa Parade, Noosa Heads, with Council's
Project Specific Drawing Number 500636 for the
Noosa parade corridor upgrade.
AO2.2
The change of grades in driveways and ramps is in
accordance with Council’s Standard Drawings.
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PO3 AO3.1 AO3.1 – Not Applicable
The number of driveways across pedestrian footpaths Design of multi-tenanted developments include shared
is minimised. driveways and parking areas.
AO3.2
Driveways are located so they abut existing driveways AO3.2 – Complies
of adjoining development where practicable and The number of driveways has been minimised
reciprocal easements are created to reduce the sealed having regard to the rural residential nature of the
driveway width. proposal and the need for each lot to obtain lawful
access. Lots 4 and 5 are proposed to utilise a shared
dual access arrangement, which reduces the
number of separate new access points to Black
Mountain Range Road.
PO4 AO4 AO4 - Complies.
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on the Footpath and kerb crossings are located clear of The proposed access locations can be designed to
capacity, operations and maintenance of the existing existing stormwater inlet structures, water and avoid conflict with existing road infrastructure and
infrastructure. sewerage infrastructure fittings, any other exiting utility services. No adverse impact on the capacity,
infrastructure, existing landscaping and vegetation. operation or maintenance of existing infrastructure is
anticipated.
PO5 AO5 AO5 - Complies.
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on the Vehicular access avoids disturbance to the tree The access design has been informed by the Traffic
health and integrity of existing landscaping or native protection zone of trees on public land. Engineering Letter. Where vegetation removal within
vegetation, where possible. the Black Mountain Range Road verge is required to
achieve sight distance, this will be limited to the
extent necessary for safe access and can be
undertaken in accordance with Council
requirements. No vegetation in the Road reserve is
identified of environmental significance.
Parking and manoeuvring
PO6 AO6.1 AO6.1 – AO6.4 - Not applicable.
Sufficient parking The number of car parking spaces, motor cycle The application is for reconfiguring a lot and does
(a) is provided having regard to the specifics of the spaces, bicycle spaces and loading bays is not less not propose a new parking-generating use. Each
use including— than the minimum number specified in Table 9.4.1.4 proposed lot is sufficiently large to accommodate
(i) the type and intensity of land use; Minimum parking requirements including end of trip parking for a future dwelling house in accordance
(ii) any existing parking available on the site; facilities. with the Planning Scheme requirements.
(iii) hours of operation; Editor's note— with regard to the provision of end of trip
(iv) likely numbers of users; facilities, where there is a conflict with the QDC MP 4.1 for
major developments the QDC applies. For all other
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(v) accessibility to the site by means other than development Table 9.4.1.4 applies.
private motor vehicle; AO6.2
(vi) the peak parking demand periods of uses Where appropriate, motorcycle spaces can be
on the site; and provided on site in lieu of required car parking spaces,
(vii) the availability of alternative car parking; excluding industry activities, at the following rates:
and (a) 2 motorcycle spaces provided for 0.5 car parking
(b) is provided to accommodate the number and space; or
type of vehicles and motorcycles likely to be (b) 4 motorcycles spaces provided per 1 car parking
generated by the development. space; and
(c) up to a maximum of 4 car parking spaces.
AO6.3
Secure and convenient parking spaces for bicycles
and other micro-mobility devices are designed and
provided on site in accordance with—
(a) AS2890.3 Bicycle Parking Facilities; and
(b) Cycling aspects of Austroads Guides (AP-G88-
14).
AO6.4
Bicycle spaces and end of trip facilities need to be
accessible to all users.
PO7 AO7.1 AO7.1 – AO7.2 - Not applicable.
The layout of the development provides adequate, Parking bays, manoeuvring areas, queuing areas, No formal parking area or loading area is proposed
clearly defined and easily accessible loading, set down, pickup areas and driveways are as part of the subdivision. Future dwellings will be
(a) on-site vehicle parking and manoeuvring areas; designed in accordance with the Australian Standards capable of providing parking, manoeuvring and
and for Parking Facilities. servicing areas within each lot.
(b) loading and manoeuvring areas for delivery and AO7.2
service vehicles. Development includes purpose designed spaces for
motorcycles and motor scooters, which are easily
identified from the driveway of the property and located
as close as practicable to the entrance of the building
on site.
PO8 AO8.1 AO8.1 – AO8.3 - Not applicable.
Parking and manoeuvring areas are designed to Parking, service areas and manoeuvring areas are
(a) not unduly conflict with pedestrians; and setback a minimum of 2 metres from road frontages to
(b) be sufficiently setback from road frontages to not allow for landscaping, with the exception of Walter Hay
dominate the streetscape or surrounding areas; Drive, Eenie Creek Road and Holts Road frontages,
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(c) allow for landscaping to reduce the visual impact where no development occurs within the landscaped
of the parking, servicing and manoeuvring areas; frontage setbacks.
(d) complement the future planned character of the AO8.2
area; and In Centre zones, parking, service and manoeuvring
(e) avoid development within the Walter Hay Drive, areas are either integrated within or under buildings
Eenie Creek Road and Holts Road frontage and sleeved by usable floor space, or located to the
setbacks. rear of buildings.
Editor's note— Refer to Figure AP3-11A and Figure AP3-
11B for outcomes for car parking in centres.
AO8.3
Where practicable vehicle access is from rear
laneways.
PO9 AO9 AO9- Not applicable.
On-site car parking spaces are identified and reserved Car parking spaces are provided for people with
for people with disabilities. disabilities at the rate specified in the current
Australian Standards for Parking Facilities.
PO10 AO10 AO10 - Complies.
Access and egress points do not impact on the safety Vehicle manoeuvring areas are provided so vehicles The proposed accesses are domestic in nature and
and operations of the road system. enter and leave the site in a forward gear (excluding will serve future dwelling houses on rural residential
Dual occupancy and Dwelling house located on local lots. The access locations have been reviewed by
roads) in accordance with the current Australian Modus and are capable of achieving acceptable
Standards Australian Standards for Parking Facilities. sight distance outcomes, subject to the
recommended vegetation clearing where required.
Each lot is capable of ensuring vehicles can enter
and leave the site in a forward gear.
PO11 AO11 AO11 - Complies.
Parking areas are designed to At locations where pedestrian and vehicle conflicts are The Traffic Engineering Letter confirms that the
(a) provide a progressive reduction in speed likely to occur: proposed access locations can achieve acceptable
between the external road and internal parking (a) sight distances of at least 2.5 seconds of travel sight distance outcomes.
spaces; time at the designated speed are provided;
(b) ensure lower speeds near areas of high (b) splayed corners on structures are incorporated;
pedestrian activity through the use of appropriate (c) landscaping is designed to allow clear views; and
road geometry or devices designed to limit (d) sign placement ensures that sight distance
speed; and requirements are not impeded.
(c) maintain sight distances which are appropriate
for the likely operating speeds in all areas of
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potential pedestrian/vehicle and vehicle/vehicle
conflict.
PO12 AO12.1 AO12.1 – AO12.2 - Not applicable.
A clearly defined pedestrian network is provided that In large open carparks with greater than 200 car The proposal does not include a public or shared car
— parking spaces, a pedestrian path between parking park requiring a formal pedestrian network.
(a) is located in areas where people will choose to spaces is provided on every second aisle.
walk; AO12.2
(b) ensures that pedestrian movement through car For a minimum of 50% of car parking spaces,
parking areas or structures are along aisles pedestrian access to buildings is not across or through
rather than across them. driveways, carparks, setdown or manoeuvring areas.
PO13 No acceptable outcome provided PO13 - Not applicable.
Provision is made for pedestrian and vehicular queues The subdivision will generate only low-volume
at conflict points. domestic traffic associated with rural residential lots
and does not create parking or queuing conflict
points requiring specific queueing provision.
PO14 AO14 AO14 - Not applicable.
Parking areas are lit to provide security for night-time Lighting is provided in accordance with the Australian No formal parking area is proposed as part of the
users. Standard for Road Lighting - Vehicular Traffic subdivision.
(Category V) Lighting - Performance Installation and
Design Requirements.
PO15 AO15 AO15 - Not applicable.
Site facilities encourage users and employees to End-of-trip facilities are maintained and accessible to
access the site by means of foot or bicycle through all users of the premises as part of common property.
provision of appropriate end of-trip facilities including
bicycle parking and shower/change rooms.
PO16 No acceptable outcome provided PO16 – Not applicable
Development with the potential to generate significant
traffic and parking impacts gives appropriate
consideration to transport and land use issues.
Editor’s Note—A detailed Traffic Impact Assessment Report
may be required.
PO17 AO17.1 AO17.1 – AO17.2 – Not applicable
Parking and manoeuvring areas are designed to Development providing less than five car parking No formal car parking area is proposed. Future
ensure run-off is treated to remove pollutants prior to spaces is designed so that the driveway, parking and domestic driveways and parking areas will be
capable of draining to landscaped or pervious areas
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leaving the premises. manoeuvring areas are formed to drain to landscaped within each lot, subject to future detailed design.
areas.
AO17.2
Development providing five or more car parking
spaces is designed to incorporate stormwater
treatment methods to remove water contaminants
likely to runoff from the general operation of the of the
driveway, parking and manoeuvring areas.
Editor’s Note—Further details are provided in the Water
Quality and Drainage Code.
PO18 No acceptable outcome provided PO18 - Not applicable.
Parking areas are designed to ensure drainage without The proposal does not include a formal car park or
the use of pumps or other electrical apparatus. drainage system requiring pump-assisted drainage.
PO19 AO19 AO19 – Not applicable
Site layout and building design provides for soft Below ground components of buildings, including
landscaping to be established. carparks, do not extend beyond the above ground
footprint to allow for the provision of landscaping,
particularly within building setbacks.
Travel demand measures
Note - Travel demand measures only apply to development incorporating significant affordable rental premises
PO20 AO20 AO20 - Not applicable.
For residential or mixed use development at Noosa If at Noosa Junction, Noosa Business Centre or
Junction, Noosa Business Centre and Tewantin, within Doonella Street Tewantin, within 400 metres of a bus
400 metres of a bus stop with a high frequency of stop with a high frequency of buses, where all
buses, where all dwellings are small dwellings and at dwellings are small dwellings and at least 20% of the
least 20% of the residential GFA is affordable rental residential GFA is affordable rental premises,
premises, travel demand measures may be development may apply the following travel demand
incorporated where development: measures:
(a) accommodates sufficient on-site parking having (a) if for carsharing:
regard to the number and type of vehicles and (i) one car share vehicle reduces the minimum
motorcycles likely to be generated by the car parking rate by 4 spaces, up to a
development; maximum of three car share vehicles;
(b) demonstrates the travel demand measures (ii) each car share vehicle has a nominated car
proposed can be successfully managed over the space provided within common property;
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life of the development; (iii) parking is not subject to exclusive use
(c) provides car spaces on-site for car share under a Community Management
vehicles; Statement; and
(d) demonstrates: (iv) provides an on-site carparking operational
(i) the model of carsharing proposed is management and green travel plan
sustainable for the development and its incorporating the car sharing model;
location; and (b) if unbundled car parking is provided:
(ii) for unbundled carparking, a methodology is (i) the reduction to the minimum car parking
in place to allow efficient reallocation of rate is equivalent to a maximum of 10% of
unused car parks; and the total unbundled spaces;
(e) provides an on-site carparking operational (ii) it remains within common property and not
management and green travel plan incorporating part of a dwelling title;
the travel demand measure/s. (iii) it is not subject to exclusive use under a
Community Management Statement; and
(iv) a methodology is in place that
demonstrates efficient reallocation of
unused car parks.
Editor’s Note— A peer to peer carsharing model is more
likely to be appropriate than a commercial operator model.
Editor’s note—As an example of unbundled carparking, if a
development requires a minimum of 20 car spaces and of
those, 10 car spaces are unbundled, a 1 space reduction
applies to the minimum car parking rate of 20 spaces,
resulting in 19 spaces required to be provided for the
development
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8.2.2.3 Assessment Criteria
Table 8.2.2.3.1 - Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Comments
Ecologically important areas
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 - Complies.
Development is sited and designed to protect the Ecologically important areas are conserved or Ecologically important areas are retained and
physical and ecological integrity and biodiversity of improved to ensure their ongoing contribution to the protected. The proposed subdivision layout,
ecologically important areas through protection of: natural resources and biological diversity of Noosa including the nominated house site areas, avoids
(a) existing habitat areas and ecological linkages; Shire. vegetation mapped as Areas of Biodiversity
and AND Significance and generally avoids mapped riparian
(b) existing riparian vegetation, waterways and buffer areas.
wetland habitat values. AO1.2
Buildings, structures and associated works are located AO1.2 - Complies.
within existing cleared areas or areas of lowest Future building areas are located within existing
ecological value. cleared or lower ecological value parts of the site,
AND rather than within mapped ecologically important
areas.
AO1.3
Where constructing a dwelling house or community
residence, buildings and associated structures are not
located on land identified as an area of biodiversity AO1.3 - Complies.
significance on a Biodiversity, Waterways and The proposed house site areas are not located
Wetlands Overlay Map. within land mapped as an Area of Biodiversity
or Significance. Any future clearing associated with
Clearing vegetation (other than for a driveway access) dwelling houses or class 10 structures can be
does not extend beyond— contained within the prescribed clearing limits and
(a) 30 metres of a habitable building or 10 metres of assessed at the relevant future building stage.
a class 10 structure on lots greater than 10
hectares; or
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(b) 10 metres of a habitable building or class 10
structure on lots 10 hectares or less but more
than 3,000m2; or
(c) 3 metres of a habitable building or class 10
structure on lots 3,000m2 or less.
AND
AO1.4
Clearing of vegetation for a boundary fence does not
extend beyond 5 metres either side of the fence. AO1.4 - Complies.
Any clearing associated with future boundary fencing
can be limited to the minimum area necessary and
no more than 5 metres either side of the fence.
Reconfiguring a lot
PO2 AO2 AO2 – Complies
New lots are only created if they maintain ecological Where clearing vegetation for the purpose of The development, including the new boundaries, will
linkages and minimise the clearing of vegetation. Reconfiguring a Lot: not result in any clearing of significant vegetation.
(a) new boundaries to lots do not transect and
fragment existing native vegetation;
(b) new lots are created to allow for suitable building
envelopes for future buildings and works to be
located within existing cleared areas or areas of
low ecological value;
(c) building envelopes are designated for each lot;
and
(d) ecological linkages and ecologically important
areas are secured by environmental covenant or
transferred to public ownership or through
gazettal of a nature reserve.
Management of impacts
PO3 AO3.1 AO3.1 – Complies
Development is designed and sited to manage adverse Where clearing of vegetation cannot be practicably The development, including the new boundaries, will
impacts on ecologically important areas by: avoided, the development: not result in any clearing of significant vegetation.
(a) minimising the total footprint within which all (a) ensures the design and siting limits the loss of
activities, buildings, structures driveways and vegetation to the smallest extent possible;
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other works are contained; (b) protects and retains ecological values and
(b) locating development in existing cleared areas or ecosystem processes to the greatest extent
areas of low ecological value over other areas to possible within and adjacent to the site;
the greatest extent possible; and (c) provides measures to allow for safe movement of
(c) incorporating siting and design measures to fauna through the site; and
protect and retain ecological values and (d) provides suitable habitat replacement and
ecosystem processes within or adjacent to the replanting in accordance with PSP3 Ecological
development site; and Assessment Guidelines.
(d) where adverse impacts have been minimised, AO3.2
any residual impacts on ecological values are Habitat trees, recruitment habitat trees, and roosting,
compensated for through suitable habitat breeding and feeding areas are protected for native
replacement and replanting on site in the first fauna habitat.
instance or in a way that results in a net gain and
enhancement of the overall habitat values of
Noosa Shire.
PO4 AO4.1 AO4.1- Complies.
Development provides for effective measures during Vegetation is protected from disturbance or damage The mapped vegetation of importance is located in
construction and operation to protect ecological values from construction and operation activities by: the eastern portion of the site and will be retained
including: (a) clearly marking trees to be retained with flagging and protected.
(a) avoiding disturbance to or clearing of vegetation tape;
in and within the vicinity of the site; (b) installing protective fencing around the dripline of
(b) managing habitat disturbance and physical harm the vegetation and avoid filling and excavating in
to fauna from noise, vibration, dust, light, these fenced areas;
dewatering or excavating; and (c) ensuring stockpiling, storage and vehicle parking
(c) avoiding clearing in areas where erosion or occurs outside the identified vegetation areas;
slippage could occur. and
(d) using low impact construction techniques around
vegetation.
AO4.2
Vegetation which is capable of forming or contributing AO4.2 - Complies.
to a buffer between different land uses or a buffer The vegetation in the eastern portion of the site will
against pollution, light spillage or noise is retained. be retained and continue to provide a buffer to the
adjoining rural residential land uses.
AO4.3
Lighting associated with development: AO4.3 - Not applicable.
(a) does not contribute an unacceptable level of The reconfiguration does not propose external
lighting. Future dwelling lighting can be designed to
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illuminance (greater than 1 lux) for light sensitive avoid unacceptable light spill to ecologically
species within or at the boundary of an important areas.
ecologically important area; and
(b) does not contribute to an unacceptable level of
illuminance on landward horizons along coastal
areas and known marine turtle nesting beaches.
AO4.4
Clearing of vegetation does not involve clearing that AO4.4 - Complies.
may cause or contribute to hillslope erosion, bank The proposal will involve minimal disturbance to
erosion, or slippage. vegetation throughout the site and will not cause
clearing that would cause or contribute to hillslope
erosion, bank erosion or slippage. Future works can
be managed through standard erosion and sediment
controls and site-specific design.
Connectivity
PO5 AO5 AO5 - Complies.
Development is designed and operated to maintain Development is designed and operated to maintain
and enhance connectivity between and across ecological linkages and maximise opportunity for Ecological linkages will be retained throughout the
ecologically important areas and connecting habitat connectivity and the movement of fauna by: site, particularly along the eastern boundary of the
and support unimpeded and safe movement of (a) ensuring protection of wildlife refuges; site and the gully lines along the central and western
terrestrial and aquatic fauna. (b) maintaining vegetation in patches of the greatest part of the site.
possible size and within the smallest possible
edge-to-area ratio;
(c) enhancing connectivity through planting and
rehabilitation works, including across property
boundaries, to areas of national park, state forest
or reserve;
(d) avoiding the creation of physical barriers and
safety hazards (such as roads, pedestrian
access and instream structures) along and within
the ecological linkage;
(e) providing mitigation measures such as wildlife
movement infrastructure, fauna exclusion and
directional fencing, underpasses/overpasses and
traffic calming devices, signage and lighting; and
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(f) where offsets are necessary, delivering offsets
that support and enhance ecological linkages.
Waterways and wetlands
PO6 AO6.1 AO6.1 – Complies with Overall Outcomes
The biodiversity and ecosystem values of waterways, Development and clearing of vegetation does not
wetlands and adjacent riparian zones are protected by: occur within: The proposal does not involve buildings, structures
(a) avoiding any new development in a riparian (a) a riparian buffer area; or vegetation clearing within a mapped riparian
buffer area and wetland area; (b) a wetland area; or buffer area. However, a small portion of the common
(b) retaining aquatic and terrestrial habitat in riparian (c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of other boundary between proposed Lots 1 and 2 traverses
zones; waterways identified on a Biodiversity, the outer extent of a mapped riparian buffer
(c) maintaining and enhancing wildlife corridors and Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map. associated with a first order stream. The proposed
connectivity along watercourses and drainage boundary is located approximately 41.6m from the
lines for native fauna movement; associated waterway, which presents as a grassed
(d) avoiding edge effects and damage from adjacent AO6.2 gully line in this location.
land uses; Development provides for the rehabilitation of land
(e) maintaining stream integrity and bank stability by within: In addition, the common boundary between
minimising bank erosion and slumping; (a) a riparian buffer area; proposed Lots 3 and 4 crosses a mapped waterway.
(f) maintaining water quality through filtering (b) a wetland area; and However, this boundary follows an existing farm
sediments, nutrients and other pollutants; and (c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of any fence line.
(g) removing pest species and replacing them with other waterway identified on a Biodiversity,
local native species. Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map. Despite the technical non-compliance with AO6.1,
the proposal is considered to comply with the
relevant Overall Outcomes of the code, including
Overall Outcomes 2(b), 2(c), 2(d) and 2(e), for the
following reasons:
AO6.3
Recreational facilities (eg. playgrounds, pergolas, (a) the development has been designed and sited
barbeques) are setback a minimum of 10 metres from in a way that avoids adverse impacts on
the top of the bank of a waterway. ecologically important areas, ecological systems
Editor’s Note—Setbacks to waterways for certain uses and and processes, in that:
works are also specified in the relevant codes. i. the common boundary between proposed
Editor's Note—Wetland areas are identified on the Lots 1 and 2 is located through a cleared
Queensland Wetland Program mapping paddock and is approximately 41.6m from
Editor's Note—Any clearing of vegetation also needs to the associated waterway. The boundary will
meet the outcomes of the Earthworks Code and the Water not result in any buildings, structures or
Quality and Drainage Code. vegetation clearing within the riparian zone
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associated with the waterway;
ii. the proposed common boundary between
Lots 3 and 4 follows an existing farm fence
line and will not result in any additional
clearing beyond that which may otherwise
be exempt for the maintenance of a
boundary fence; and
iii. the lot design ensures that proposed Lot 3
can retain the existing dwelling house, while
proposed Lot 4 contains a large
unconstrained house site adjacent to the
road frontage, thereby avoiding the need for
future dwelling works to encroach into the
more sensitive parts of the site;
(b) the proposal will maintain ecological linkages
along the western boundary of the site and the
gully lines located through the central and
western parts of the site;
(c) the proposal will not impact on riparian
vegetation associated with the mapped
waterway and will maintain the existing
ecological linkage in its current form; and
(d) the proposal will maintain an appropriate buffer
to the mapped waterway.
AO6.2 - Not applicable / performance outcome.
Rehabilitation works are not proposed because the
development avoids direct impacts to the riparian
buffer area. The retention of the riparian area and
avoidance of vegetation clearing is considered
sufficient to protect the relevant values for the
purposes of PO6.
AO6.3 - Not applicable.
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No recreational facilities are proposed.
PO7 No acceptable outcome provided. PO7 - Not applicable.
Vegetation within 400 metres of the full ponded water The site is not located within 400 metres of the full
within Lake Macdonald is retained. ponded water within Lake Macdonald.
PO8 AO8.1 AO8.1 – Performance Outcome
Development on land adjacent to a waterway or Development adjacent to a waterway or wetland The proposal is a rural residential subdivision and
wetland maintains appropriate extent of public access provides that: does not create an urban public access interface to a
to waterways and wetlands and minimises edge (a) no new lots directly back onto a riparian buffer waterway or wetland. While some proposed lots
effects. area; and contain mapped riparian buffer areas, future dwelling
(b) new public roads are located between a riparian envelopes are located away from these areas and
buffer area or riparian zone and the proposed no development or clearing is proposed within the
development area. waterway corridor. No new public roads are
proposed between the riparian buffer and
development area. PO8 is achieved because the
proposal maintains the existing rural residential
interface, avoids direct impacts to waterways and
wetlands, and minimises edge effects by locating
house site areas outside riparian buffer areas.
Surface and ground water hydrology
PO9 AO9.1 AO9.1 - Complies.
Development ensures that the natural surface water Development does not impact on the natural surface The proposal does not involve channelisation,
and ground water hydrologic regimes of waterways, water or groundwater hydrologic regimes and this is redirection or interruption of natural surface water
wetlands and hydrologically-sensitive plant facilitated by: flows. Future stormwater and effluent disposal can
communities are not adversely impacted. (a) avoiding or minimising channelization, redirection be designed within each lot to avoid contaminants
Editor's Note—Groundwater dependent ecosystems are or interruption of flow; entering groundwater, including through site-specific
identified on Queensland Government Wetland Info mapping. (b) avoiding groundwater extraction; wastewater design at the building stage.
(c) maintaining groundwater recharge and discharge
processes;
(d) maintaining natural groundwater fluctuations;
(e) avoiding causing ingress of saline water into
freshwater aquifers of wetlands; and
(f) avoiding contaminants entering groundwater
(e.g. from runoff, effluent disposal).
Rehabilitation of ecologically important areas
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PO10 AO10.1 AO10.1- Not applicable.
Development provides for ecologically important areas Landscaping and rehabilitation complements and The proposal relies on avoidance and retention of
to be restored and enhanced through: supports ecologically important areas by: ecologically important areas rather than rehabilitation
(a) designing landscaped areas to complement and (a) utilising local native species; works. No substantial vegetation clearing or riparian
enhance existing vegetation and ecological (b) utilising suitable plant species identified in PSP2 disturbance is proposed. PO10 is achieved because
linkages; Landscaping; ecologically important areas are retained, future
(b) removing species likely to displace native flora (c) restoring degraded ecosystems to achieve a development is directed to cleared or low ecological
species or degrade fauna habitat; functional ecosystem state that requires minimal value areas, and the proposal does not preclude
(c) replanting and rehabilitating degraded habitat; human intervention; future native landscaping or rehabilitation where
(d) replacing any vegetation removed with suitable (d) replicating adjacent remnant habitats of the same appropriate.
local native species; type, including the understorey vegetation;
(e) providing for fauna habitat; and (e) creating or enhancing linkages between existing
(f) avoiding the planting of pest plant species. habitats;
(f) avoiding the use of pest plant species listed in
PSP2 - Landscaping;
(g) planting riparian zones to filter stormwater run-
off, stabilise soil and provide for wildlife habitat;
and
(h) providing ground and arboreal structures for
fauna, which may include ground depressions,
rocks, hollows, nesting boxes and in-stream
habitat.
AO10.2
Vegetation cleared is replaced with:
(a) plantings of equivalent area that replicate the AO10.2 - Not applicable.
floristic structure of the vegetation removed; or No ecologically important vegetation is proposed to
(b) where this is not possible due to the be cleared as a result of the development.
characteristics of the site and the development,
plantings twice the number of the removed trees
and plants.
Editor’s Note — Revegetation and rehabilitation works are
to be carried out in accordance with an approved
Revegetation and Rehabilitation Management Plan, as
referred to in PSP3 Ecological assessment guidelines.
Koala habitat protection and enhancement
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 - Complies.
The proposal adopts a koala-sensitive design
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Development is designed, constructed and operated Development design complies with the Koala-sensitive response by avoiding mapped ecologically important
to— Design Guideline: A guide to koala sensitive design areas and minimising vegetation clearing.
(a) protect and enhance koalas and koala habitat measures for planning and development activities.
and avoid adverse impacts; AO11.2 AO11.2 - Not Applicable.
(b) provide measures to assist the survival of koala Development incorporates revegetation and The proposal will retain natural landscaped and not
populations in the area to mitigate any potential landscaping that provides food, shelter and movement involve clearing of koala food trees.
threats or risk to koalas; and opportunities for koalas.
(c) provide for safe and appropriate koala movement
across the landscape. AO11.3 AO11.3 - Complies.
Editor's Note—Koala habitat mapping is in Schedule 2 Development is designed to maximise and enhance The mapped Koala Habitat located in the eastern
Mapping. connectivity between koala habitat trees and ensure portion of the site will be retained and protected
Editor's Note—The Planning Regulation 2017, schedule 10 safe koala movement. which will support koala movement across the
states that development that interferes with koala habitat, in AO11.4 landscape.
an area that is both a koala priority area and a koala habitat
area, is prohibited development (subject to the exceptions
During construction, measures are incorporated to not
increase the risk of death or injury to koalas, by AO11.4 - Complies.
stated in schedule 10 of the Planning Regulation 2017). The mapped Koala Habitat will be maintained and
Editor's Note - These performance outcomes and including safe koala movement measures, as defined
acceptable outcomes apply to: in the Planning Regulation 2017. protected in the eastern portion of the site. The
(a) development on land in a koala priority area, where the development will involve minimal site disturbance
development does not interfere with koala habitat and during construction can incorporate safe koala
where the benchmarks are additional to and not movement measures, pre-start checks to avoid risk
inconsistent with, the assessment benchmarks stated to koalas.
in schedule 11, part 2 of the Planning Regulations
2017; and
(b) development on land outside the koala priority area,
where the development does not interfere with koala
habitat in koala habitat areas.
Bushfire management
PO12 No acceptable outcome provided PO12 - Complies.
Bushfire management measures are adopted based The proposal is supported by a Bushfire
on ecological principles, which: Management Report which confirms that future
(a) maintain and enhance biodiversity; dwellings can achieve a maximum radiant heat flux
(b) minimise threat of fire to the natural environment, of less than 29kW/m2 and that the development
as well as life and property; and complies with the Bushfire Hazard Overlay Code.
(c) provide for effective use and maintenance of Bushfire management measures are based on siting
buildings and structures. future dwellings within nominated house site areas
Editor's note—The performance outcome applies to and maintaining asset protection areas in a manner
properties in bushfire hazard areas and only where clearing that minimises unnecessary clearing and balances
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is reasonably necessary for the control of bushfire risk to a bushfire risk with ecological outcomes.
building or structure. Bushfire hazard areas are shown on
Bushfire Hazard Overlay maps in Schedule 2.
Scenic amenity
PO13 AO13.1 AO13.1 - Complies.
The scenic amenity and vegetated character of the Vegetation is retained: Mapped important vegetation on prominent
landscape is protected by retaining vegetation: (a) on and within 30 metres of prominent ridgelines ridgelines, sloping areas, gullies, watercourses and
(a) along and around watercourses and drainage and on sloping sites; adjacent to the major road network will be retained.
lines; (b) in gullies;
(b) on steep slopes and ridgelines; (c) along watercourses and drainage lines;
(c) along the major road network; and (d) within 10 metres of the major road network; and
(d) that forms coastal vistas to and from beaches. (e) along the front coastal dune system.
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