Info Response_ · MCU19/0008

         the dwelling. It is noted that the part of the dwelling within the setback visually dominates
         the streetscape with little opportunities for landscaping.
         Northern boundary: the proposed dwelling proposes a 1.5 metre setback (parts of Level 1
         and Rooftop) in lieu of a 2‐2.5m setback in accordance with Schedule 1 of Noosa Plan.
         ‐ Provide some articulation (greater setback/stepping in) to the western elevation, so that
         it does not present as one horizontal plane to the street. Consider and show landscaping
         opportunities that seek to soften presentation to the street.
Response
In response to this request, the originally proposed front and side boundary setbacks have not been
altered as they are already deemed to effectively comply with O1 of the Detached House Code. In
particular, these setbacks will comply with requirements to: provide amenity for users of the
premises; preserve the visual and acoustic privacy of adjoining and nearby land uses as well as
reasonable access to views and sunlight; preserve existing vegetation which will buffer the proposed
building or structure from adjoining uses; allow for landscaping to be provided between buildings;
and maintain the visual continuity and pattern of buildings and landscape elements within the
street. In regard to complying with these requirements, it is important to note that an amended set
of plans have been prepared which indicate a new courtyard at the front of the site which will be
visible from the street through semi‐transparent battening. This courtyard will not only provide
articulation along the Arakoon Street façade, but effectively soften the overall look of the dwelling
house when viewed from the street. This amendment follows discussions between JRA and Council.



WALL HEIGHT
Item 8. The southern elevation shows a masonry wall up to and over 6 metres in height from
        finished ground level (it is assumed). This has potential impacts on amenity for the
        neighbour adjoining to the south. External building materials in the Eastern beaches should
        generally be of lightweight materials and be a mix of materials, rather than dominant
        rendered block, which contributes to the bulk of the building.
         ‐ Consider and address the extent of masonry wall on the southern elevation through a mix
         of materials and articulation of this part of the building.
Response
In response to this request, an amended set of plans have been prepared which clearly indicate a
reduction of masonry, an increase in landscaping and an increase of articulation along the southern
side façade. In particular, a large timber window has been added to this façade. These amendments
follow discussions between JRA and Council.



POTENTIAL FOR OVERLOOKING
Item 9. There is a potential for overlooking from the roof top terrace into the northern neighbours
        private open space (currently being constructed).



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