MCU180015 - Submission - Richard Brown · MCU18/0015

Submission to Noosa Council

File Number: MCU 18/0015
27 Attunga Heights Noosa Heads Qld
Submission by Richard Brown

I have significant reservations about the proposed development of 27 Attunga Heights,
Lot 27 — RP 89506.

Noosa is recognised nationally and internationally for the beauty of its natural
environment. The appeal of the area has been maintained by ensuring that
development has minimised the impact on the local landscape, vegetation and wildlife.
As a result, Noosa is highly valued by local residents and both interstate and overseas
tourists.

As an alternative to the proposed development of Lot 27 — RP 89506, I would like to
recommend that council consider negotiating with the owners of the property to
consider rehabilitation and management of this site to create a local "Botanic Garden".
This may require the council purchasing some or all of the property.

I expect that this proposal would receive significantly more support from the local
residents, the broader Noosa community, and tourists, than the proposed development
of further housing and high-density development on Noosa Hill.

Council should be congratulated for the recent improvements to the pathway from
Little Cove into the northern part of the National Park. Similar walkways, seating and
viewing areas in a hill-side garden, close to the centre of Noosa would enhance the
appeal of Noosa.

I am confident that a large group of volunteers from the local community would be
willing to provide labour in order to assist council staff in the establishment and
maintenance of a large garden with a variety of vegetation. This would attract birds
and other wildlife. Many local residents would value the opportunity to contribute to
the natural environment of Noosa in such a tangible manner.