REC14/0007 & OPW14/0253 Report

Land Surveying Dynamics                                                          June 2014




        developed in the locality. In the east, the drainage systems are especially deep and comprise
        Sunshine, Burgess, Castaways, Marcus and Peregian Creeks. In the south and west, Stumers
        Creek drains to the ocean and Murdering Creek and a complex system of dunes and wetlands
        drain to Lake Weyba.

        Particular values of the landform and landscape include—
             Lake Weyba and associated coastal wetlands which form an integral part of the vistas to
                 the west;
             The beach and the natural fore dune system stretching along the beachfront; and
             The coastal dunes, creeks and lagoons.

        A large diversity of indigenous vegetation is supported by the dunes and wetlands, including
        wetland communities, stunted heath land communities and higher eucalypt communities, which
        are critical for dune stability and ensure attractive vistas from the David Low Way and the beach.
        The fore dunes, coastal dunes and lowland habitats also support a wide variety of fauna.

        Sunshine Beach enjoys a casual lifestyle, with its own local shops and restaurants and a distinct
        character focused on accessibility to the beach and the urban services of Noosa Heads. This
        lifestyle and character, in combination with Sunshine Beach’s relatively high proportion of unit
        development, also makes it attractive to visitors. Sunshine Beach provides an extensive mix of
        housing and unit accommodation in a secluded vegetated setting, amongst undulating to steep
        landforms. In beach areas of Sunshine Beach, some larger buildings lead to visual intrusion onto
        the public beach, emphasising the need for special care in the design and construction of new
        development.

        Comment:

        The proposed subdivision of the land into one (1) additional residential allotment is considered
        consistent with the planning areas contextual setting and intent to accommodate a mix of housing
        and unit accommodation.

        Existing vegetation on the site will be retained and protected with minimal disturbance being
        imposed. The development takes into consideration the need for sensitive design and
        construction along the beachfront.

        While the proposal does not meet the minimum lot size requirements specified in Table 14-68, it
        is noted that other properties in close proximity to the subject land are of similar size. The
        proposal meets the planning setting and intent for the Eastern Beaches locality to provide a mix
        of housing and unit accommodation.




Reconfiguring of a Lot – Three (3) into Four (4) Lots
8 Stevens Street, Sunshine Beach
RPD: Lots 675 and 697 on RP48111 and Lot 676 on SP125656                                                14