Minor Change Letter · 51995.1645.01

           (i)    that comes into effect after the change application is made but before
                  it is decided; and
           (ii)   that the responsible entity would have been required to consider if the
                  instrument had been in effect when the development application for
                  the development approval was properly made.

As outlined above, the proposed changes involve replacing three existing awnings. Two of the
new awnings, which face Noosa Drive, are smaller in size and will reduce the extent of
encroachment into the road reserve. Additional improvements include new screening for the
outdoor terrace and above the new awning, as well as minor works near the Sports Bar. These
enhancements are intended to improve both the functionality and appearance of the area.

Overall, the proposed changes will enhance the building’s appearance and strengthen its
contribution to the streetscapes of Noosa Drive and Hibiscus Avenue. As such, the amended
design is considered to remain consistent with the intent and conditions of the original
development approval. Furthermore, the proposed design aligns with the relevant outcomes
sought for the Tourist Accommodation Zone under the Noosa Plan 2020, for the following
reasons:

   •   The proposed changes will not alter the overall scale and bulk of the existing building
       and the impact that it currently has on the street.

   •   The changes will not have any adverse impacts on the surrounding premises in terms
       of privacy, views and access to sunlight.

   •   The proposed amendments will not affect any existing vegetation or landscaping on
       the site.

   •   The proposed works will not alter the existing setbacks of the building to the street.

For the reasons outlined above, it is considered that the proposed changes to the approved
building are in keeping with the original development approval and are consistent with the
outcomes sought by the current Noosa Plan and therefore warrant Council’s support.

CONCLUSIONS

This application seeks approval for minor changes to the approved plans for the existing Hotel
building at The Reef, Noosa, 37 – 49 Noosa Drive, Noosa Heads (also known as 19 Noosa
Drive), which is legally described as Lot 100 on SP147914. The proposed works, which are
part of a planned refurbishment of the Hotel, will improve its external appearance and the
contribution that it makes to the character of the local streetscapes.

The assessment set out above confirms that the proposed changes are consistent with the
definition of a minor change in the Planning Act 2016 and demonstrates that the amended
design outcome remains consistent with the original development approval and the current
outcomes sought by the Noosa Plan 2020.

For the reasons outlined above, we request that Council approved this minor change
application and amend the current development approval, 51995.1645 (TPC2856 and 00439)
to include the Proposal Plans in Attachment 1 as Approved Plans.