PM Submission - David Gardiner - 132008.176.05

Subject: Application reference: 132008.176.05
From: David Gardiner
Date: 2023-08-18T04:08:05+00:00
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I write regarding the above application for a 195-rooms and shops ( 744 m2) luxury hotel development at 3-7<x-apple-data-detectors://0> Serenity Close Noosa Heads by the Calile Group.

Our community is concerned about the proposal and foresees several ongoing ramifications and as their chairman of Elandra I would like to express our joint concerns.

When councillors and their staff assess the development’s compliance with the necessary planning regulations and Noosa’s values in mind, please consider the following.

1. The area traffic management.
2. Residents right to the quite enjoyment of living in the area.
3. Ensuring that the proposed setbacks and the flora within that area are strictly followed in the development and construction process.
4. There seems to be inconsistencies between the development plans and the graphic design photos of the plan development. These to be updated so they reflect the proposed plan and do not lead to any inconsistencies. The graphic designs indicate that they are not in compliance with either the setback requirements or the protection of the vegetation within the setback zones.

1.Traffic management.

As residents of Serenity Close, we have real concerns in respect to the scope of this development, mainly due to the lack of infrastructure to cope with the increase in traffic.

Grant street doesn’t cope very well already and with the increase in traffic it will create further congestion issues and most importantly emergency vehicles may have accessibility issues.

The grant street roundabout will become yet another blockage to the traffic and will have flow on effects to the Junction roundabout, particularly in holiday seasons.

A new entrance to 6 Serenity Close will need be built through the centre strip, or else how are residents and guests supposed to turn around, given the fact that there will be increased traffic parked on either side of Serenity Close and guests and visitors using the entrance to the hotel.

Serious consideration should be given to making the whole of the left-hand side of Serenity Close from Banksia Street to the end of the cul-de-sac being " a non-parking zone”.

This is particularly important on Wednesday and Thursday when a considerable number of refuse and recycled bins are on the street further limiting access along the street for parking and large vehicle access.

If Banksia Street is re-opened the dependence on Grant Street would be substantially reduced and this will also reduce the pressure on the Grant Street roundabout and the junction roundabout.

The traffic report review appears to lack credibility as it states, "that there is currently no traffic in Serenity Close and it will remain that way in next ten years".

If this is true, why have the police recently issued speeding infringement notices to several vehicles.

In fact, there are over 200 units with well over 300  vehicles using Serenity Close and Grant Street<x-apple-data-detectors://1> now.

Council should consider installing 40km speed signs at the entrance to Grant Street and Serenity Close to ensure Public safety concerns are met.

Parking is already a problem for the Junction and this development is only going to add further pressure to the entire area.

Security of our neighbourhood and access to all emergency services is a real concern and access for all emergencies should be made available 24/7 in case of any disaster.

2. Resident entitlement to quite enjoyment of their area.

Noise from the large pool with 90 lounges , 9 gazebos and bar are going to create considerable noise very close to the boundary in some points only 6-7 meters.

The bar just inside the entrance from Serenity Close will add to the noise and security concerns. The lack of transparency over the 744sm of shops is another example that the developer has failed to fully disclose to residents to intended use.

Why didn’t the developer advertise in the local free paper so all residents could be informed and have an opportunity to comment.

At the time of writing this response the developer had failed to clarify the size of the bar, security around the second entrance and the type of boundary fence materials despite being requested on more than one occasion.

This area  ( Second entrance ) is currently the emergency assembly area for local buildings which will creature issues in any emergencies.

Clearly the developer will state that only a few people will use this entrance however the reality will be it will become the key drop off / pick up point for Taxis/Ubers and locals just wanting to drop in for a coffee/drinks/dinner.

The Calile will mostly like earn the reputation of being to top class resort however it’s a pity you can’t get in and out. “I missed my plane again “


3. Proposed building setbacks.

The development plan proposes that the buildings be set back some 6 to 8 metres from the boundary line and that all vegetation within that zone be protected.

Will the council undertake a dilapidation report that identifies all vegetation that must not be removed and have it satisfactorily marked or tagged to ensure that they are not removed as part of the site clearing works.

How will council ensure any dilapidation report is adhered to? What assurance can you provide residents?

There are several fauna species that live in the surroundings and due to the disturbances going on the area it is understandable that no signs were found.

Given the number of dogs off leads in the area it is understandable – just witness the traffic walking to the jetty every day.

What has happened to the Noosa lifestyle that we all appreciated, yet our council fails to consult the community and plan for the necessary infrastructure to support new/preexisting developments in this area.

I have left it to other to address some major concern to do with the environment.

We residents of Elandra are made of real locals and work in and with the Noosa community plus a hand full of part time holiday homeowners.

I really hope that the council can investigate these issues and develop some practical solutions for all residents.

Maybe some open consultation will be useful before it is too late.

I look forward to receiving a written response by 30Th September on how the council will address our concerns .

Best regards

David
David Gardiner
Chairman - Body Corporate
Elandra
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