2020-09-08 Planning & Environment Committee Agenda

PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                8 SEPTEMBER 2020


It is acknowledged that due to existing development onsite, the subject site is significantly
constrained in terms of limited remaining vacant site area. In addition, it is considered the locality
would benefit more from improved public transport, pedestrian or cycle facilities compared to the
provision of additional car parking onsite. The additional use area for Entertainment and Dining
Business - Type 1 Food & Beverages generates the requirement for an additional 1.41 car spaces,
and given site constraints , the applicant has advised that they are agreeable to enter into an
Infrastructure Agreement to make contributions in lieu of car parking. It is therefore recommended
Council enter into an Infrastructure Agreement for one carparking space, at a rate of $24,000 per
space (subject to indexation), as per the Contributions in Lieu of the Provision of Onsite Car Parking
Council policy.
4.    NOOSA PLAN 2020
The Noosa Plan 2020, which commenced on 31 July 2020, zones the subject site as Tourist
Accommodation. This zone reflects the intent of the Visitor Mixed Use zone under the Noosa Plan
2006. The new scheme provisions for site cover accord with the Noosa Plan 2006. It is considered
that no changes to the assessment or recommendation would result under the Noosa Plan 2020.
5.    CONSULTATION
5.1. Referral Agencies
Not applicable
5.2. Other Referrals
The application was forwarded to the following internal Council specialists:
    Ecologist, Development Assessment
6.    CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The proposed development seeks a minor change to a Development Permit for Multiple Dwelling
of 20 units, 8 Shops and 2 Restaurants situated at Noosa on the Beach, 49 Hastings Street, Noosa
Heads. The proposed alterations are to an existing restaurant (Bistro C), which is a consistent use
within the Visitor Mixed Use zone.
Despite not complying with Specific Outcome O9 in respect to maximum site cover under The
Noosa Plan Noosa Heads Locality Code, the proposal complies with Specific Outcome O10 of the
Locality Code. The development provides for additional use area for an entertainment and dining
business in an appropriate location. The development is consistent with the bulk and scale of
buildings within the locality, maintaining the visual continuity and pattern of buildings along The
Parade. The proposal will replace an existing unapproved structure with an attractive and
contemporary design, revitalising the dated façade addressing The Parade and Main Beach, and
presenting a high quality and interesting streetscape via an improvement in the existing built form
of the building, whilst the changes to landscaping will provide a more natural and visually appealing
outcome. Although additional onsite carparking cannot be provided due to site constraints, the
applicant has advised they are agreeable to enter into an Infrastructure Agreement to make
contributions in lieu of car parking. The application is therefore recommended for approval subject
to reasonable and relevant conditions.




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