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Code Compliance Statement
State code 1: Development in a state-controlled road
environment
State Development Assessment Provisions guideline - State Code 1: Development in a state-controlled road environment. This guideline provides direction on how to
address State Code 1.
Table 1.1 Development in general
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
Buildings, structures, infrastructure, services and utilities
PO1 The location of the development does not AO1.1 Development is not located in a state- Complies with AO1.1
create a safety hazard for users of the state- controlled road. The proposed development is not located within a
controlled road.
State-controlled road.
AND
Complies with PO1
AO1.2 Development can be maintained without
requiring access to a state-controlled road. The proposed development utilises an existing
approved access to the State controlled road.
PO2 The design and construction of the No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO2
development does not adversely impact the
No works are proposed on or within the state-
structural integrity or physical condition of the
state-controlled road or road transport controlled road corridor. The proposed
infrastructure. development does adversely impact the road
corridor.
PO3 The location of the development does not No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO3
obstruct road transport infrastructure or
The development does not obstruct road transport
adversely impact the operating performance of
the state-controlled road. infrastructure nor adversely impact the operating
performance of McKinnon Drive.
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PO4 The location, placement, design and No acceptable outcome is prescribed. PO4 Not Applicable
operation of advertising devices, visible from Advertising devices have not been proposed.
the state-controlled road, do not create a
safety hazard for users of the state-controlled
road.
PO5 The design and construction of buildings AO5.1 Facades of buildings and structures fronting PO5.1 – PO5.4 Not Applicable
and structures does not create a safety hazard the state-controlled road are made of non- This Development Application is for a reconfiguration
by distracting users of the state-controlled reflective materials.
of lot and does not propose any buildings or
road.
AND structures.
The proposed additional lot would support a new
AO5.2 Facades of buildings and structures do not dwelling house, however this will not be visible from
direct or reflect point light sources into the face of
the State controlled road.
oncoming traffic on the state-controlled road.
AND
AO5.3 External lighting of buildings and structures
is not directed into the face of oncoming traffic on
the state-controlled road.
AND
AO5.4 External lighting of buildings and structures
does not involve flashing or laser lights.
PO6 Road, pedestrian and bikeway bridges AO6.1 Road, pedestrian and bikeway bridges over AO6.1 Not Applicable
over a state-controlled road are designed and the state-controlled road include throw protection This Development Application does not propose a
constructed to prevent projectiles from being screens in accordance with section 4.11 of the
road or pedestrian and bikeway bridges over the
thrown onto the state-controlled road. Design Criteria for Bridges and Other Structures
Manual, Department of Transport and Main Roads, state-controlled road.
2020.
Landscaping
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Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
PO7 The location of landscaping does not AO7.1 Landscaping is not located in a state- AO7.1 – AO7.3 Not Applicable
create a safety hazard for users of the state- controlled road. This Development Application does not involve
controlled road.
landscaping.
AND
AO7.2 Landscaping can be maintained without
requiring access to a state-controlled road.
AND
AO7.3 Landscaping does not block or obscure the
sight lines for vehicular access to a state-controlled
road.
Stormwater and overland flow
PO8 Stormwater run-off or overland flow from No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO8
the development site does not create or Stormwater run-off is not directed to McKinnon Drive
exacerbate a safety hazard for users of the
and will not exacerbate safety hazards for users.
state-controlled road.
PO9 Stormwater run-off or overland flow from No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO9
the development site does not result in a Stormwater run-off is not directed to McKinnon Drive
material worsening of the operating
and will not result in the material worsening of the
performance of the state-controlled road or
road transport infrastructure. state-controlled road.
PO10 Stormwater run-off or overland flow from No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO10
the development site does not adversely impact Stormwater run-off is not directed to McKinnon Drive
the structural integrity or physical condition of
and will not adversely impact on the structural
the state-controlled road or road transport
infrastructure. integrity of the state-controlled road.
PO11 Development ensures that stormwater is AO11.1 Development does not create any new Complies with AO11.1
lawfully discharged. points of discharge to a state-controlled road. This Development Application does not create any new
points of discharge to McKinnon Drive.
AND
Complies with AO11.2
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AO11.2 Development does not concentrate flows to This Development Application does not concentrate
a state-controlled road. flows to McKinnon Drive.
AND
AO11.3 Stormwater run-off is discharged to a lawful Complies with AO11.3
point of discharge. Stormwater will be discharged onto natural ground and
allowed to sheet flow to the existing gully located along
AND
the eastern boundary, and contours slope away from
AO11.4 Development does not worsen the condition McKinnon Drive.
of an existing lawful point of discharge to the
state-controlled road. Complies with AO11.4
This Development Application does not worsen the
condition of an existing lawful point of discharge to the
state-controlled road.
Flooding
PO12 Development does not result in a AO12.1 For all flood events up to 1% annual AO12.1 – AO12.3 Not Applicable
material worsening of flooding impacts within a exceedance probability, development results in The site is not affected by flood; therefore, the
state-controlled road. negligible impacts (within +/- 10mm) to existing flood
Development Application can not worsen flood
levels within a state-controlled road.
impacts.
AND
AO12.2 For all flood events up to 1% annual
exceedance probability, development results in
negligible impacts (up to a 10% increase) to existing
peak velocities within a state-controlled road.
AND
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AO12.3 For all flood events up to 1% annual
exceedance probability, development results in
negligible impacts (up to a 10% increase) to existing
time of submergence of a state-controlled road.
Drainage Infrastructure
PO13 Drainage infrastructure does not create a AO13.1 Drainage infrastructure is wholly contained Complies with AO13.1
safety hazard for users in the state-controlled within the development site, except at the lawful Drainage infrastructure associated with this
road. point of discharge.
Development Application is located wholly within the
AND site.
AO13.2 Drainage infrastructure can be maintained Complies with AO13.2
without requiring access to a state-controlled road.
Access to a state-controlled road is not required to
maintain drainage infrastructure.
PO14 Drainage infrastructure associated with, No acceptable outcome is prescribed. PO14 Not applicable
or within, a state-controlled road is This Development Application does not propose
constructed, and designed to ensure the
drainage infrastructure associated with or located
structural integrity and physical condition of
existing drainage infrastructure and the within a state-controlled road.
surrounding drainage network.
Table 1.2 Vehicular access, road layout and local roads
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
Vehicular access to a state-controlled road or within 100 metres of a state-controlled road intersection
PO15 The location, design and operation of a No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
new or changed access to a state-controlled
road does not compromise the safety of users of PO15 - PO20 Not Applicable
the state-controlled road.
This Development Application does not involve a new
PO16 The location, design and operation of a No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
new or changed access does not adversely or changed access to McKinnon Drive.
impact the functional requirements of the state-
controlled road.
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PO17 The location, design and operation of a No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
new or changed access is consistent with the
future intent of the state-controlled road.
PO18 New or changed access is consistent with No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
the access for the relevant limited access road
policy:
1. LAR 1 where direct access is prohibited; or
2. LAR 2 where access may be permitted,
subject to assessment.
PO19 New or changed access to a local road No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
within 100 metres of an intersection with a state-
controlled road does not compromise the safety
of users of the state-controlled road.
PO20 New or changed access to a local road No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
within 100 metres of an intersection with a state-
controlled road does not adversely impact on the
operating performance of the intersection.
Public passenger transport and active transport
PO21 Development does not compromise the No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
safety of users of public passenger transport
infrastructure, public passenger services and
active transport infrastructure.
PO22 Development maintains the ability for No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
people to access public passenger transport
infrastructure, public passenger services and PO21 – PO24 Not Applicable
active transport infrastructure. The site is not located within proximity to public
PO23 Development does not adversely impact the No acceptable outcome is prescribed. passenger transport infrastructure, public passenger
operating performance of public passenger services or active transport infrastructure.
transport infrastructure, public passenger
services and active transport infrastructure.
PO24 Development does not adversely impact No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
the structural integrity or physical condition of
public passenger transport infrastructure and
active transport infrastructure.
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Table 1.3 Network impacts
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
PO25 Development does not compromise the No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO25
safety of users of the state-controlled road This Development Application will not compromise
network.
the safety of users of the state-controlled road
network:
▪ The existing access to McKinnon Drive will be
maintained, no changes are proposed.
▪ The Development Application creates one (1)
additional lot which introduces a negligible
increase in traffic generation associated with the
existing access.
PO26 Development ensures no net worsening of No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO26
the operating performance of the state-controlled The scale of the proposed development in the
road network.
context of the existing access point to McKinnon
Drive does not introduce a measurable net worsening
of the operating performance of McKinnon Drive.
The Development Application creates one (1)
additional lot which will not generate significant
traffic nor make a noticeable difference to the
operation of McKinnon Drive.
PO27 Traffic movements are not directed onto a No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO27
state-controlled road where they can be The site has existing access onto Mckinnon Drive
accommodated on the local road network.
which will be maintained. The site does not have
alternative access to a local road network.
PO28 Development involving haulage exceeding No acceptable outcome is prescribed. PO28 Not Applicable
10,000 tonnes per year does not adversely impact This Development Application does not involve
the pavement of a state-controlled road.
haulage exceeding 10,000 tonners per year.
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PO29 Development does not impede delivery of No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO29
planned upgrades of state-controlled roads. This Development Application does not impede
delivery of planned upgrades of state-controlled
roads. There are no known upgrades along McKinnon
Drive.
PO30 Development does not impede delivery of No acceptable outcome is prescribed. Complies with PO30
corridor improvements located entirely within This Development Application does not impede
the state-controlled road corridor.
delivery of corridor improvements located entirely
within the state-controlled road corridor.
Table 1.4 Filling, excavation, building foundations and retaining structures
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
PO31 Development does not create a safety No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
hazard for users of the state-controlled road or
road transport infrastructure.
PO32 Development does not adversely impact the No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
operating performance of the state-controlled
road.
PO33 Development does not undermine, damage No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
or cause subsidence of a state-controlled road. PO31 – PO36 Not Applicable
PO34 Development does not cause ground water No acceptable outcome is prescribed. The Development Application does not propose
disturbance in a state-controlled road. filling, excavation, building foundations or retaining
PO35 Excavation, boring, piling, blasting and fill No acceptable outcome is prescribed. structures.
compaction do not adversely impact the physical
condition or structural integrity of a state-
controlled road or road transport
infrastructure.
PO36 Filling and excavation associated with the No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
construction of new or changed access do not
compromise the operation or capacity of existing
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drainage infrastructure for a state-controlled
road.
Table 1.5 Environmental emissions
Statutory note: Where a state-controlled road is co-located in the same transport corridor as a railway, the development should instead comply with Environmental emissions in State code 2:
Development in a railway environment.
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
Reconfiguring a lot
Involving the creation of 5 or fewer new residential lots adjacent to a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-modal corridor
PO37 Development minimises free field noise AO37.1 Development provides a noise barrier or AO37 Not Applicable
intrusion from a state-controlled road. earth mound which is designed, sited and This Development Application does not result in new
constructed:
residential lots located adjacent to a state-
1. to achieve the maximum free field acoustic
levels in reference table 2 (item 2.1); controlled road.
2. in accordance with:
a. Chapter 7 integrated noise barrier design
of the Transport Noise Management
Code of Practice: Volume 1 (Road Traffic
Noise), Department of Transport and
Main Roads, 2013;
b. Technical Specification-MRTS15 Noise
Fences, Transport and Main Roads,
2019;
c. Technical Specification-MRTS04 General
Earthworks, Transport and Main Roads,
2020.
OR
AO37.2 Development achieves the maximum free
field acoustic levels in reference table 2 (item
2.1) by alternative noise attenuation measures
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where it is not practical to provide a noise barrier
or earth mound.
OR
AO37.3 Development provides a solid gap-free
fence or other solid gap-free structure along the
full extent of the boundary closest to the state-
controlled road.
Involving the creation of 6 or more new residential lots adjacent to a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-modal corridor
PO38 Reconfiguring a lot minimises free field AO38.1 Development provides noise barrier or AO38.1 & AO38.2 Not Applicable
noise intrusion from a state-controlled road. earth mound which is designed, sited and This Development Application does not propose six (6)
constructed:
or more new residential lots.
1. to achieve the maximum free field acoustic
levels in reference table 2 (item 2.1);
2. in accordance with:
a. Chapter 7 integrated noise barrier design
of the Transport Noise Management
Code of Practice: Volume 1 (Road Traffic
Noise), Department of Transport and
Main Roads, 2013;
b. Technical Specification-MRTS15 Noise
Fences, Transport and Main Roads,
2019;
c. Technical Specification-MRTS04 General
Earthworks, Transport and Main Roads,
2020.
OR
AO38.2 Development achieves the maximum free
field acoustic levels in reference table 2 (item
2.1) by alternative noise attenuation measures
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where it is not practical to provide a noise barrier
or earth mound.
Material change of use (accommodation activity)
Ground floor level requirements adjacent to a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-modal corridor
PO39 Development minimises noise intrusion from AO39.1 Development provides a noise barrier or
a state-controlled road in private open space. earth mound which is designed, sited and
constructed:
1. to achieve the maximum free field acoustic
levels in reference table 2 (item
2.2) for private open space at the ground
floor level;
2. in accordance with:
a. Chapter 7 integrated noise barrier design
of the Transport Noise Management
Code of Practice: Volume 1 (Road Traffic
Noise), Department of Transport and PO39 – PO41 Not Applicable
Main Roads, 2013;
b. Technical Specification-MRTS15 Noise A Material Change of Use has not been proposed.
Fences, Transport and Main Roads,
2019;
c. Technical Specification-MRTS04 General
Earthworks, Transport and Main Roads,
2020.
OR
AO39.2 Development achieves the maximum free
field acoustic level in reference table 2 (item
2.2) for private open space by alternative noise
attenuation measures where it is not practical to
provide a noise barrier or earth mound.
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PO40 Development (excluding a relevant AO40.1 Development (excluding a relevant
residential building or relocated residential building or relocated building)
building) minimises noise intrusion from a state- provides a noise barrier or earth mound which is
controlled road in habitable rooms at the designed, sited and constructed:
facade. 1. to achieve the maximum building façade
acoustic level in reference table 1 (item 1.1)
for habitable rooms;
2. in accordance with:
a. Chapter 7 integrated noise barrier design
of the Transport Noise Management
Code of Practice: Volume 1 (Road Traffic
Noise), Department of Transport and
Main Roads, 2013;
b. Technical Specification-MRTS15 Noise
Fences, Transport and Main Roads,
2019;
c. Technical Specification-MRTS04 General
Earthworks, Transport and Main Roads,
2020.
OR
AO40.2 Development (excluding a relevant
residential building or relocated building)
achieves the maximum building façade acoustic
level in reference table 1 (item 1.1) for habitable
rooms by alternative noise attenuation
measures where it is not practical to provide a
noise barrier or earth mound.
PO41 Habitable rooms (excluding a relevant No acceptable outcome is provided.
residential building or relocated building) are
designed and constructed using materials to
achieve the maximum internal acoustic level in
reference table 3 (item 3.1).
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Above ground floor level requirements (accommodation activity) adjacent to a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-modal corridor
PO42 Balconies, podiums, and roof decks include: No acceptable outcome is provided.
1. a continuous solid gap-free structure or
balustrade (excluding gaps required for
drainage purposes to comply with the Building
Code of Australia);
2. highly acoustically absorbent material PO41& PO43 Not Applicable
treatment for the total area of the soffit above A Material Change of Use has not been proposed.
balconies, podiums, and roof decks.
PO43 Habitable rooms (excluding a relevant No acceptable outcome is provided.
residential building or relocated building) are
designed and constructed using materials
to achieve the maximum internal acoustic level in
reference table 3 (item 3.1).
Material change of use (other uses)
Ground floor level requirements (childcare centre, educational establishment, hospital) adjacent to a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-modal
corridor
PO44 Development: No acceptable outcome is provided.
1. provides a noise barrier or earth mound that
is designed, sited and constructed:
a. to achieve the maximum free field
acoustic level in reference table 2 (item
2.3) for all outdoor education areas and
outdoor play areas;
b. in accordance with: PO44 – PO46 Not Applicable
i. Chapter 7 integrated noise barrier
design of the Transport Noise A Material Change of Use has not been proposed.
Management Code of Practice:
Volume 1 (Road Traffic Noise),
Department of Transport and Main
Roads, 2013;
ii. Technical Specification-MRTS15
Noise Fences, Transport and Main
Roads, 2019;
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iii. Technical Specification-MRTS04
General Earthworks, Transport
and Main Roads, 2020; or
2. achieves the maximum free field acoustic
level in reference table 2 (item 2.3) for all
outdoor education areas and outdoor
play areas by alternative noise
attenuation measures where it is not
practical to provide a noise barrier or earth
mound.
PO45 Development involving a childcare centre No acceptable outcome is provided.
or educational establishment:
1. provides a noise barrier or earth mound that
is designed, sited and constructed:
2. to achieve the maximum building facade
acoustic level in reference table 1 (item
1.2);
3. in accordance with:
a. Chapter 7 integrated noise barrier design
of the Transport Noise Management
Code of Practice: Volume 1 (Road Traffic
Noise), Department of Transport and
Main Roads, 2013;
b. Technical Specification-MRTS15 Noise
Fences, Transport and Main Roads,
2019;
c. Technical Specification-MRTS04 General
Earthworks, Transport and Main Roads,
2020; or
4. achieves the maximum building facade
acoustic level in reference table 1 (item
1.2) by alternative noise attenuation
measures where it is not practical to provide
a noise barrier or earth mound.
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PO46 Development involving: No acceptable outcome is provided.
1. indoor education areas and indoor play
areas; or
2. sleeping rooms in a childcare centre; or
3. patient care areas in a hospital achieves the
maximum internal acoustic level in reference
table 3 (items 3.2-3.4).
Above ground floor level requirements (childcare centre, educational establishment, hospital) adjacent to a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-
modal corridor
PO47 Development involving a childcare centre No acceptable outcome is provided.
or educational establishment which have
balconies, podiums or elevated outdoor play
areas predicted to exceed the maximum free
field acoustic level in reference table 2 (item 2.3)
due to noise from a state-controlled road are
provided with:
1. a continuous solid gap-free structure or
balustrade (excluding gaps required for
drainage purposes to comply with the Building
Code of Australia);
2. highly acoustically absorbent material PO47 & PO48 Not Applicable
treatment for the total area of the soffit above A Material Change of Use has not been proposed.
balconies or elevated outdoor play areas.
PO48 Development including: No acceptable outcome is provided.
1. indoor education areas and indoor play
areas in a childcare centre or educational
establishment; or
2. sleeping rooms in a childcare centre; or
3. patient care areas in a hospital located
above ground level, is designed and
constructed to achieve the maximum internal
acoustic level in reference table 3 (items 3.2-
3.4).
Air, light and vibration
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PO49 Private open space, outdoor education AO49.1 Each dwelling or unit has access to a
areas and outdoor play areas are protected private open space which is shielded from a
from air quality impacts from a state-controlled state-controlled road by a building, solid gap-
road. free fence, or other solid gap-free structure.
OR
AO49.2 Each outdoor education area and
outdoor play area is shielded from a state-
controlled road by a building, solid gap-free
fence, or other solid gap-free structure.
PO50 Patient care areas within hospitals are AO50.1 Hospitals are designed and constructed
protected from vibration impacts from a state- to ensure vibration in the patient treatment area
controlled road or type 1 multi-modal corridor. does not exceed a vibration dose value of
PO49 – PO51 Not Applicable
0.1m/s1.75.
A Material Change of Use has not been proposed.
AND
AO50.2 Hospitals are designed and constructed
to ensure vibration in the ward of a patient care
area does not exceed a vibration dose value of
0.4m/s1.75.
PO51 Development is designed and sited to No acceptable outcomes are prescribed.
ensure light from infrastructure within, and from
users of, a state-controlled road or type 1 multi-
modal corridor, does not:
1. intrude into buildings during night hours (10pm
to 6am);
2. create unreasonable disturbance during
evening hours (6pm to 10pm).
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Table 1.6: Development in a future state-controlled road environment
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Response
PO52 Development does not impede delivery of a AO52.1 Development is not located in a future AO52 – AO56 Not Applicable
future state-controlled road. state-controlled road. The site is not identified in the Future State Transport
Corridor mapping.
OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING APPLY:
AO52.2 Development does not involve filling and
excavation of, or material changes to, a future
state-controlled road.
AND
AO52.3 The intensification of lots does not occur
within a future state-controlled road.
AND
AO52.4 Development does not result in the
landlocking of parcels once a future state-
controlled road is delivered.
PO53 The location and design of new or AO53.1 Development does not include new or
changed access does not create a safety hazard changed access to a future state-controlled
for users of a future state-controlled road. road.
PO54 Filling, excavation, building foundations and No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
retaining structures do not undermine, damage
or cause subsidence of a future state-controlled
road.
PO55 Development does not result in a material No acceptable outcome is prescribed.
worsening of stormwater, flooding, overland flow
or drainage impacts in a future state-controlled
road or road transport infrastructure.
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PO56 Development ensures that stormwater is AO56.1 Development does not create any new
lawfully discharged. points of discharge to a future state-controlled
road.
AND
AO56.2 Development does not concentrate flows
to a future state-controlled road.
AND
AO56.3 Stormwater run-off is discharged to a
lawful point of discharge.
AND
AO56.4 Development does not worsen the
condition of an existing lawful point of discharge
to the future state-controlled road.
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Noosa Plan 2020: Amendment 2
Part 6 Zones \ 6.8 Other Zones Category \ 6.8.4 Rural Residential Zone Code
6.8.4 Rural Residential Zone Code
6.8.4.1 Application
Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Role and function
PO1 AO1.1 Complies with AO1.1 – AO1.3
Development provides for low density, semi-rural living Development other than a dwelling house is The proposed subdivision supports low density semi-
as well as compatible work from home opportunities, inconspicuous and presents as a dwelling house.
rural living through the intended provision of
primary production and small scale visitor
accommodation, on large allotments with varying levels AO1.2 appropriately sized lots suitable for dwelling houses.
of services. The dwelling house may include one secondary
dwelling with a maximum gross floor area of 65m2 and no
more than two bedrooms.
AO1.3
Any business operated on site including accommodation
is subordinate to the use of the premises for a domestic
residence.
PO2 AO2 Complies with AO2
Development does not result in the diminished With the exception of a Dwelling house, a distance of not The proposed subdivision does not result in the
productive capacity of rural activities on adjacent or less than 100 metres is provided between any sensitive
diminished productivity capacity of rural activities on
nearby properties. land use and land on an adjacent rural zone property
with over 4 hectares of land mapped as Agricultural Land adjacent or nearby properties.
Conservation Area.
PO3 AO3 Complies with AO3
With the exception of one dwelling house or a community Only the residents of a dwelling house or community The proposed subdivision is consistent with the
residence, any accommodation is limited to use by short- residence reside on the property for any period greater
anticipated future use of land.
term guests. than three consecutive months.
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PO4 AO4.1 AO4.1 – AO4.5 Not Applicable
Visitor accommodation: Buildings and structures do not occupy more than 5% of The proposed development is for a subdivision only
the site area, with no more than 500m2 of gross floor
and no visitor accommodation has been proposed.
a. is at a scale and density that protects area.
the environmental and lifestyle values of the
land; AO4.2
b. complements the substantive role of the property For visitor accommodation, site density does no exceed
to provide housing to permanent resident(s); and on accommodation building per hectare.
c. does not detract from the rural residential
character and amenity of adjoining properties. AO4.3
For a retreat, lodge or guest house not consisting of self-
contained accommodation, a maximum of two guest
rooms are provided per hectare of site area.
AO4.4
Short-term accommodation of a dwelling house on site is
limited to the occasional use of the occupant's permanent
place of residence.
AO4.5
The resident operator of visitor accommodation remains
on site while guest are staying.
Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
AO5 & AO6 Not Applicable
Table 6.8.4.3 (part) is not relevant to the Development
Built form
Application as built form is not proposed. The
Development Application concerns reconfiguring a lot.
Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
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Safety and amenity
PO7 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO7
Development does not result in an adverse change to The Development Application will not result in changes
the light, air quality, noise, accessibility or other to light, air quality, noise or accessibility enjoyed by
conditions enjoyed by residents of associated,
surrounding premises.
adjoining or nearby premises.
The Development Application proposes reconfiguring a
lot and does not introduce a land use which could result
in adverse impacts on surrounding premises.
Sports courts AO8.1 AO8 Not Applicable
PO8 A 2 metre landscaped buffer separates any private The Development Application does not propose a sports
Lighting and noise associated with outdoor tennis tennis court, half court or sports court from side court.
courts, half courts or sports courts do not have an property boundaries where adjoining land in a
adverse impact upon the amenity enjoyed by residential zone.
occupants of adjoining or nearby premises nor cause AO8.2
unreasonable disturbance to the local fauna. Courts are fenced to a height of—
(a) 3.6 metres for a full-sized court; or
(b) 2.4 metres for a half court.
AO8.3
Courts are not lit; or
AO8.4
For lit courts:
(a) lighting structures are not more than 8 metres in
height and set back at least 2 metres from any
property boundary;
(b) the court is located at least 60 metres from the
external wall of an existing or approved
residential dwelling on an adjacent or nearby lot
(as measured from the centre line of the court);
(c) the vertical illumination resulting from direct,
reflected or other incidental lighting emanating
from the site does not exceed 8 lux when
measured at any point 1.5 metres outside the
boundary and at any level from ground level
upward; and
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(d) lighting is hooded or baffled to direct lighting
downward or is of a type that gives no upward
component of light when mounted horizontally.
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO9
Development: The Development Application does not comprise the
(a) does not compromise the safety, capacity or safety and capacity of the road network, nor result in
operation of the road network; and
significant impacts on residents close to rural roads.
(b) does not result in significant impacts on residents
close to rural roads.
The Development Application proposes reconfiguring a
lot, specifically 1 lot into 2 lots. An additional lot will not
create unnecessary pressure on the surrounding road
network.
Access to the lot is via McKinnon Drive, a State controlled
road. McKinnon Drive is able to support any traffic
generated from an additional lot.
Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Scenic amenity AO10 & AO11 Not Applicable
The site does not adjoin Lake Macdonald or the Noosa
River System.
Lot 1 on SP199340 contains Easement C on SP1999340
which provides access to the site. Lot 1 on SP199340
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adjoins McKinnon Drive, a State Controlled Road and
apart of the major road network. The Development
Application proposes reconfiguring a lot, resulting in two
rear lots and no built form. Therefore, Table 6.8.4.3 (part)
is considered not relevant as there is no built form
impacting the scenic amenity.
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Table 9.5.1.3 - Performance outcomes and acceptable outcomes for assessable development
Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided PO1 – Not applicable
Urban residential development: The proposal is located in the Rural Residential Zone
(a) is confined to land within the Urban boundaries; and is not for urban residential development.
(b) provides a mix of lot sizes and configurations to
cater for variety in housing choice;
(c) contributes to efficient use of land and
infrastructure;
(d) increases residential densities and reduces lot
sizes in close proximity to public transport and
centre zones;
(e) provides appropriate buffer areas between
sensitive land uses, ecologically important areas
and conflicting uses;
(f) contributes positively to the amenity and
landscape value of the local area.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2
Rural residential development is confined to land within The Development Application is confined to land within
the Rural Residential zone and included within either the Rural Residential Zone and is located in the SEQ
the Urban Footprint or Rural Living designations of the
Regional Plan Rural Living Area land use category.
South East Queensland Regional Plan.
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PO3 AO3 AO3 Not Applicable
Development of land for business and employment Development of land: The proposal is not for business and employment
functions occurs within the activity centres and the (a) at the Noosa Business Centre is to be generally functions, and the site is not located within the Noosa
industrial zones. in accordance with Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
Business Centre nor the former Bowls site.
Business Centre Framework and Character
Plan);
(b) at the former Bowls site Lot 3 RP884396, Noosa
Junction is to be generally in accordance with
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework and
Character Plan).
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO4
With the exception of lots intended to be used by the Additional sites are not being created in the following
Council or State for community infrastructure, areas:
conservation purposes or public utilities, including road
a) A Rural zone,
widening, no additional lots are created:
(a) in the Rural zone unless resultant lots have a b) An Environmental Management and Conservation
minimum area of 100 hectares; Zone,
(b) in the Environmental Management and c) The Noosa North Shore,
Conservation zone; d) The Low-density residential zone at Cooroibah,
(c) on Noosa North Shore;
(d) in the Low density residential zone at Cooroibah; e) A Low-density residential zone with access via
(e) in the Low density residential zone where access Noosa Banks Drive, Lake Entrance Boulevard, Lake
is gained via: Weyba, or Habitat Place; or
(i) Noosa Banks Drive, Tewantin; f) Within a Water Supply Buffer Area.
(ii) Lake Entrance Boulevard, Noosaville;
(iii) Lake Weyba Drive Noosaville, south of
Eenie Creek Road; or
(iv) Habitat Place, Noosa Heads;
(f) within a Water Supply Buffer Area as shown on
Regional Infrastructure Overlay.
Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
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Growth management
Lot areas and dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 Complies with AO5.1
New lots have areas and dimensions that: New lots are of a size and shape that can The proposed lots are of a size and shape that can
(a) are consistent with the purpose and overall accommodate the land uses intended by the zone. accommodate land uses that are intended by the rural
outcomes of the applicable zone or zones; AO5.2
residential zone.
(b) are consistent with the size and character of In general, lots have a predominantly regular,
surrounding lots; rectangular shape.
(c) can accommodate land uses that are consistent Editor's note-topographical constraints or environmental With respect to PO5(e), Table 9.5.1.4. refers to a
with the purpose and overall outcomes of the values may call for irregular property boundaries. minimum lot size of 1.5ha for the Rural Residential
applicable zone; AO5.3
In residential zones, lots are generally arranged so Zone.
(d) allow for siting and construction of buildings,
structures, access ways and car parking while:- that:
(i) retaining ecologically important areas and (a) there are no more than five lots with a frontage The proposal involves creation of two lots with
ecological linkages; width of less than 15 metres grouped in a row; proposed Lot 1 being 2.664ha and proposed lot 2 being
(ii) minimising risk of soil erosion, landslide, (b) there are no more than three lots with a frontage
width of 7.5 metres or less in a row unless 1.224ha in area. Whilst proposed Lot 2 is below the
flooding and bushfire;
(iii) minimising earthworks or retaining walls serviced by a rear lane; identified minimum lot size, the following relevant
associated with construction on sloping (c) lots with a frontage width of less than 15 metres matters weigh in favour of Council supporting the
sites; are not located opposite other lots with a frontage proposal.
(iv) retaining the scenic amenity and vegetated width of less than 15 metres
character of the landscape; AO5.4
In activity centres and industry zones, new lots 1. The proposed lots average 1.95ha in area, and the
(v) retaining culturally significant features and
protecting views to culturally significant contribute to a mix of lot sizes that cater for varied reduced size of proposed Lot 2 is a function of
features; commercial and industrial enterprises, such that: responding to site features and attributes
(vi) minimising detrimental impacts of effluent (a) smaller lots intended for intensive development
including the ability to maintain on-site
disposal or storm water runoff; including are clustered near centres;
(b) new lots adjacent to sensitive land uses include vegetation
open space for landscaping; ensuring safe
vehicular manoeuvring areas without sufficient area for buffering of incompatible land
concentration of driveways in one space; uses; and 2. Proposed lot 2 is not significantly smaller than the
and (c) lot reconfiguration provides for shared access recommended minimum lot size and remains
(vii) where not in a water or sewerage service arrangements wherever possible.
considerably larger than Council approved nearby
area, allow for water storage tanks and
suitable effluent disposal. lots in the Rural Residential Zone, which are circa
(e) except where otherwise specified in a local area 4,000m2 in area.
code, comply with the minimum lot size specified
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in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and 3. The nearby smaller lots in the immediate locality
Dimensions contribute the localised rural residential character
and support the conclusion that the proposal
aligns with this established character.
4. The proposed subdivision achieves the purpose of
the Code as follows:
▪ It creates lots that are appropriate for their
intended use
▪ It contributes to a high standard of amenity
and aligns with the established character of
the immediate locality
▪ It responds to site attributes and maintains
existing features and values
▪ It is supported by safe, lawful access and the
necessary infrastructure.
Complies with AO5.2
The proposed shared boundary responds to the site
physical features including internal driveways and
predominantly adopts an existing fence line. Whilst
irregular in shape, proposed Lot 2 responds to site
features, supports maintenance of vegetation. Please
refer to the response to PO6.
AO5.3 Not Applicable
The site is located within an ‘other zone’ category not a
‘residential zone.’
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AO5.4 Not Applicable
The site is not within an activity centre on an industry
zone.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO6
Development provides for irregular shaped lots to be The proposed shared boundary responds to the site physical
created only where: features including internal driveways and predominantly
(a) the creation of regular lots is impractical such as adopts an existing fence line. Whilst irregular in shape,
at a curve in the road or because of proposed Lot 2 responds to site features, supports maintenance
topographical constraints; of vegetation
(b) safe access and visual exposure to and from the
site can be provided, while not adversely The proposed lots –
impacting on the functionality of the surrounding a) Can be safely accessed whilst not adversely impacting on
road network; the functionality of the surrounding road network;
(c) it is desirable to avoid clearing of vegetation and b) Does not require the clearing of vegetation nor
the fragmentation of habitat in ecologically fragmentation of habitat in ecologically important areas;
important areas; and
and
(d) the irregular lot is demonstrably suitable for its
intended purpose. c) Is suitable for future residential development as intended
by the rural residential zone code.
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Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Lot layout
Site Responsive Design AO7.1 AO7.1 Not Applicable
PO7 If located in the Low density residential zone, Medium The site is not located within the ‘flooding and
Development provides for a lot layout and density residential zone, High density residential zone, inundation extent’ subcategory of the flood hazard
configuration of roads and pathways that is responsive Tourist accommodation zone or Community facilities
overlay map and is not located within the listed zones.
to:- zone and intended for a residential use, any new lot is
(a) the setting of the site within an urban or non- located outside the modelled flood level of the 1% AEP
urban context; (1:100 year ARI) water surface levels or where not
(b) any natural environmental values present on, or modelled, above the highest known flood level. AO7.2 Not Applicable
adjoining the site; AO7.2 The site is not identified within the ‘flooding and
(c) any natural hazards affecting the site or adjoining Flood immunity for development areas is not achieved inundation extent’ subcategory of the flood hazard
land such that the number of properties or by filling land below the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood overlay map.
persons at risk is not increased; level.
(d) the terrain of the land, minimising the need for AO7.3
earthworks; All reconfigured lots on land subject to a constraint or AO7.3 Not Applicable
(e) any places of cultural heritage significance or valuable feature identified on an overlay map contains The proposed lots do not require a building envelope.
character areas present on, or adjoining the site; a building envelope marked on a plan of development
and that demonstrates that there is an area sufficient to AO7.4 Not Applicable
(f) any important landmarks, views, vistas or other accommodate the intended purpose of the lot, that is
areas of high scenic quality present on, or able to not subject to the constraint or valuable feature or that The proposed lots do not have an area less than 4,000m2.
be viewed from, the site. appropriately responds to the constraint or valuable
Editor’s Note— Development of land affected by constraints feature. Complies with AO7.5
shown on overlay maps will be subject to overlay codes AO7.4 The proposed lot boundaries, services, utilities, and
New lots with a site area less than 4,000m2 in area access does not transverse ecologically important areas
have a slope not exceeding: or ecological linkages.
(a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
(b) 5% lengthwise slope (longitudinal fall).
AO7.5 Complies with AO7.6
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Lot boundaries, services, utilities and roads are aligned The Development Application will not result in
to avoid traversing ecologically important areas and modification to natural landform or landscape features.
ecological linkages.
AO7.6
Complies with AO7.7
Development does not result in significant modification
to natural landform or landscape features including: The Development Application does not interfere with
(a) waterways and drainage lines; ecological corridors designated for wildlife movement.
(b) native vegetation or significant character trees;
(c) understorey vegetation; Complies with AO7.8
(d) slope;
A riparian buffer has been nominated as seen in the
(e) rock outcrops; or
(f) views. Biodiversity, Waterways, and Wetlands Overlay Map.
AO7.7 There is existing vegetation surrounding the riparian
Development retains or provides viable ecological buffer/waterway, the Development Application will not
corridors for wildlife movement. interfere with the existing vegetation.
AO7.8
Where no riparian buffer is nominated through the
Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map in AO7.9 Not Applicable
Schedule 2, a vegetated buffer is provided no less than The site does not contain ecologically important areas.
10 metres wide, measured from the centreline of any
stream .
AO7.9
Ecologically important areas are formally protected for
the long term through environmental covenant or
transferal to public ownership or through gazettal of a
nature reserve.
Climate Responsive Design AO8.1
PO8 The lot design maximises the number of lots where the Complies with AO8.1
The street design and lot orientation facilitates the longest axis of the lot has a general east-west The lots have longer east-west axis, however, overall size
construction of energy efficient buildings that respond orientation. of the lots is sufficient to accommodate climate response
to the local climate conditions by:
design.
(a) maximising solar access to the north; AO8.2
(b) minimising solar access to the west; The street pattern maximises the number of streets
(c) proportioning lots and building envelopes to running in a general north-south direction.
accommodate energy efficient building AO8.2 Not Applicable
orientation; AO8.3 The proposal does not introduce new streets.
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(d) maximising access to any prevailing summer For development within the Low density residential AO8.3 Not Applicable
breezes; and zone each lot contains a rectangular house site area The site is not located within the low-density residential
(e) minimising exposure to prevailing winter winds. where the long axis faces true north or is no more than zone.
20 degrees off true north and has minimum
dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design AO9.1 AO9.1 Not Applicable
PO9 Lots are arranged to front streets and public open The site is a rear lot and is not located near public open
Development provides for a lot layout, land use and space. space.
infrastructure configuration that:
(a) provides for an efficient land use pattern; AO9.2
Complies with AO9.2
(b) creates compact and walkable neighbourhoods Development maximises opportunities for casual
that are well connected to centres, employment, surveillance and avoids areas of concealment by The proposed development does not increase
education facilities, community services, open ensuring pathways and public open space have concealment and will enhance surveillance through the
space and recreation facilities; defined edges and are visually exposed to roadways. introduction of an additional lot.
(c) creates useable and interconnected movement
and open space networks; AO9.3 AO9.3 Not Applicable
(d) effectively connects and integrates the site with Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways and open
existing or planned development on adjoining space) are designed with a high degree of legibility The Development Application proposes reconfiguring a
sites; with public spaces and corridors easy to find and lot, specifically 1 lot into 2 lots. Roads, pathways, and
(e) provides for moderate and large size recognise. open space is not required to service the 2 lots as the
developments to have multiple access points; existing is sufficient.
(f) promotes a sense of community identity and
belonging;
(g) promotes a variety of streetscapes;
(h) provides for a high level of amenity, having
regard to potential noise, dust, odour and lighting
nuisance sources;
(i) integrates prominent site features including
landmarks, native vegetation and views into the
design;
(j) discourages crime or antisocial behaviour by
facilitating casual surveillance of streets, paths
and public open space;
(k) avoids the sporadic or out-of- sequence creation
of lots; and
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(l) protects and enhances ecologically important
areas and provides for the clustering of lots into
cleared areas.
Infrastructure No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO10
PO10 The Development Application provides for the efficient
Development accommodates and provides for the and timely delivery of infrastructure which is required
efficient and timely delivery of infrastructure
for the sites intended use. Refer to the attached Civil
appropriate to the site’s setting and intended use.
Servicing Statement for further information.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided PO11 Not Applicable
Roadway and pathway layout are predominantly A roadway and pathway layout is not required for the
rectilinear with a high degree of permeability. proposed Development Application.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road
network is addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Infrastructure and services
PO12 AO12.1 Complies with AO12.1
New lots are located, sized and configured so as to All lots are connected to power supply and All lots are capable of being connected to power supply
ensure each lot is capable of being serviced by telecommunications services and where located within and telecommunications services.
appropriate levels of infrastructure including: the Urban boundaries, power supply and
(a) power supply; communications infrastructure are provided
(b) telecommunications; and underground. Complies with AO12.2
(c) where within Local Plan Areas AO12.2 The site has an existing Unity water connection which
(d) reticulated water supply; If located in a water service area each new lot can be will be maintained. Refer to the attached Civil Servicing
(e) reticulated sewerage; and connected to Unitywater’s water supply network. Statement for further information.
(f) stormwater drainage. AO12.3
AO12.3 Not Applicable
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If located in a sewerage service area each new lot can The site will be serviced via an on-site sewerage
be connected to Unitywater’s sewerage network. disposal system, not Unity Waters sewerage network.
AO12.4
If located in a Local plan area lots can be connected to
A012.4 Not Applicable
Council’s stormwater drainage network.
AO12.5 The site is not located in a Local Plan Area.
If not in a sewerage service area each lot has sufficient
area and other attributes to ensure efficient and Complies with AO12.5
effective on-site sewerage disposal.
The site is not located within a sewerage service area;
therefore, will be serviced by an effective on-site
sewerage disposal system. Refer to the attached On-
site Effluent Report for further information.
PO13 AO13.1 Complies with AO13.1
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient vehicle Vehicular access for the development is consistent Access to the site is provided via Easement C on
access with the function and design of the road it takes access SP199340, this will be maintained.
from.
AO13.2
Development does not require new or changed access Complies with AO13.2
to a state-controlled road that is a limited access road The proposed Development Application does not
unless in accordance with the limited access policy for require new or changed access to McKinnon Drive, a
the state-controlled road . State-controlled road.
AO13.3
Access easements are in appropriate locations for safe
access and egress, and supply appropriate widths and Complies with AO13.3
levels of service for the number of vehicles that will Access to the site is provided via Easement C on
utilise them as per the requirements of Council’s SP199340, this will be maintained.
Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 Engineering design
standards — Roads, drainage and earthworks.
Editor's note- Reference should be made to the A new easement is proposed providing connection
Queensland Government's Development Assessment between Easement C on SP199340 and proposed Lot 2.
Mapping System to confirm which are state-controlled roads
or limited access roads. The new easement has a width of 10m, compliant with
Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 Engineering
design standards.
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Movement Network
Traffic No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO14
PO14 The Development Application proposes reconfiguring a
Traffic generated by the development is within the lot specifically, 1 lot into 2 lots. The creation of an
acceptable capacity of external roads and does not
additional lot will introduce limited additional traffic
have an adverse impact upon the functioning of the
road network. generation and is within the acceptable capacity of the
Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road surrounding road network.
network is addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
AO15.1 – AO15.4 Not Applicable
Roads and Pathways AO15.1
PO15 Where involving the construction of a new road, road The Development Application proposes reconfiguring a
Development involving the creation of new roads and planning and design supports the hierarchy and lot specifically, 1 lot into 2 lots.
pathways ensures infrastructure— functional aspects identified in Council’s Planning
(a) provides convenient, safe and efficient Scheme Policy PSP6 on Engineering design standards The construction of new roads or pedestrian routes are
movement for all modes of transport between — Roads, drainage and earthworks.
land use activities; Editor’s Note— Further detail on road and pathway not required for 2 residential lots. The existing
(b) prioritises pedestrian movement and bicycle use networks is provided in Part 9.4.7 Transport Code infrastructure and services within the area is sufficient to
over vehicle movements; AO15.2 support an additional lot, and future development.
(c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible bus The street layout is generally rectilinear in a grid-like
services that connect to existing and future public pattern and does not rely on culs-de-sac, or where the
passenger transport facilities; use of a cul-de-sac is unavoidable because of the
(d) provides through roads and minimises the use of natural features of the site, it does not exceed a length
culs-de-sac; of 200 metres.
(e) minimises the extent of earthworks required by AO15.3
being sympathetic to the terrain; Pathways and pedestrian routes are planned to
(f) allows for unimpeded and practical access to provide clear, safe connections between residential,
each proposed lot; and open space, transit stops and retail areas, and are
(g) provides for mature street trees.
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located along, or are visible from, streets or other
public spaces.
AO15.4
Sufficient space and soil depth is provided for the
planting of street trees for shade, amenity and habitat
purposes.
PO16 AO16 AO16 Not Applicable
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways Network identified The site is not located within 1km of the Pathways
pedestrian and cyclist linkages with adjoining sites in in the Local Government Infrastructure Plan located in Network identified in the Local Government
the immediate area. Part 4, the subdivision design and layout includes
Infrastructure Plan.
pathways:
(a) located in accordance with the Pathways
Network identified in the Local Government
Infrastructure Plan; or
(b) linking to the Pathways Network identified in the
Local Government Infrastructure Plan.
PO17 No acceptable outcome provided PO17 Not Applicable
Development on land within activity centres with active The site is not located within an activity centre.
frontages are provided with access from a rear lane or
other access streets to reduce potential conflicts with
pedestrians and cyclists.
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Open Space Network AO18 & AO19 Not Applicable
In accordance with Council’s Infrastructure Networking
Planning, the Development Application is not required to
provide active parkland or open space.
Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Small Residential Lots PO20 Not Applicable
The site is not located within the Low-Density
Residential Zone.
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Rear Lots
PO21 AO21.1 Complies with AO21.1
Rear (battle-axe) lots are created only where:-: The minimum area of the rear lot, exclusive of any Proposed lots are both considered rear lots. The area of
(a) it would not be desirable nor practicable for the access strip, complies with the lot reconfiguration the rear lots exceed the minimum requirements
site to be reconfigured so that all lots have full outcomes in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot size and
identified in Table 9.5.1.4. Proposed Lot 1 has an area of
frontage to a road; dimensions providing that no rear access lot has a lot
2.664 ha whilst proposed Lot 2 has an area of 1.244 ha.
(b) located in the Low density residential zone, Rural size less than 600m2 exclusive of access strip.
residential zone or Rural zone; AO21.2 Please refer to the response to PO1 regarding lot size.
(c) development positively contributes to the No more than 10% of lots within a subdivision are rear
character of the neighbourhood; lots or lots accessed via an access strip. Complies with PO21
(d) development provides a high standard of amenity AO21.3 With respect to AO21.2 the proposal involves
for residents and other users of the rear lot and No more than two rear lots are located at the end of a subdivision of an existing large battle-axe lot. Within
adjoining properties; cul-de-sac.
(e) the lot is large enough to accommodate the context of the surrounding locality, the proposed
AO21.4
anticipated land uses including car parking and No rear lot shares a common boundary with more than subdivision does not contribute to an excess of battle-
manoeuvring; four other lots. axe lots and maintains a high standard of amenity.
(f) development is not detrimental to the use and AO21.5
amenity of adjoining lots through loss of privacy, No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips AO21.3 Not Applicable
sunlight or breezes once buildings are directly adjoin each other.
constructed; The rear lots are not accessed via a cul-de-sac.
AO21.6
(g) vehicular access to rear lots will not have a No existing lot with a primary street frontage of less
detrimental impact on lots adjoining the access than 12 metres is further divided unless safe access to Complies with AO21.4
strip due to excessive noise, light, dust, the new lot is provided to a secondary street to which a The rear lots do not share a common boundary with
stormwater runoff and the like; frontage of at least 12 metres is provided. more than four other lots.
(h) access arrangements do not adversely affect the AO21.7
safety and efficiency of the road from which Where two rear lots adjoin each other, a single Complies with AO21.5
access is gained; common driveway and reciprocal access easements
(i) their creation does not prejudice the anticipated are provided. No more than two rear lots adjoin each other.
development of adjoining land. AO21.8
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No more than three lots gain access from the same AO21.6 Not Applicable
access strip. The site does not have a primary street frontage.
AO21.9
Any lot with a road frontage has no more than one rear Complies with AO21.7
lot created to its rear and has a rear lot access strips
The two rear lots which adjoin each other are accessed
located on no more than one side.
AO21.10 by a common driveway and access easement.
The gradient of the access strip does not exceed 10%.
AO21.11 Complies with AO21.8
Access strips have a minimum width of 4.5 metres. Three lots, being the two proposed lots and adjoining
lot, gain access from the same access strip.
AO21.9 Not Applicable
The site does not have road frontage.
Complies with AO21.10
The access easement is relatively flat and does not have
a gradient which exceeds 10%.
Complies with AO21.11
The access easement has a width of 10m, exceeding the
minimum requirements.
Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Rural lots severed by a road PO22 Not Applicable
The site is not located within the Rural Zone.
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Volumetric Subdivisions PO23 Not Applicable
A volumetric subdivision is not proposed.
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Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Stormwater Management
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with AO24
Development provides for the effective drainage of lots The development provides for effective drainage of lots
and roads in a manner that:- which:
(a) maintains the natural flow regime;
▪ Maintains the natural flow regime;
(b) effectively manages stormwater quality and
quantity; and ▪ Effectively manages stormwater quality and
(c) ensures no adverse impacts on receiving waters quantity; and
and surrounding land. ▪ Ensures no adverse impacts on receiving waters
Editor’s Note— Requirements for the design and
construction of stormwater management infrastructure are
and surrounding land.
addressed in Part 9.4.9 Water Quality and Drainage code Roof water from future dwellings will be discharged
onto the natural ground and allowed to sheet flow to
the existing gully.
Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
Conflicting land uses
PO25 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with AO25
New lots for residential development do not adjoin land The new residential lots do not adjoin the Medium
located in the Medium impact industry zone or the Low Impact Industry Zone or Low Impact Industry Zone.
impact industry zone.
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Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Growth management
A026 Not Applicable
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries The Development Application proposes a subdivision,
not the rearrangement of lot boundaries.
PO27 – PO30 Not Applicable
The Development Application does not involve common
If involving a standard format lot with common property such as requiring a community management
scheme under the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 property which requires a community management
scheme under the Body Corporate and Community
Management Act 1997.
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9.4.3.1 Application
Table 9.4.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comments
Assessable development
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided PO1 Not Applicable
Development near a stormwater drain, overland flow Development is not occurring near a stormwater drain
path or associated structure does not— and will not interfere with an overland flow path.
(a) adversely affect the function of the service;
(b) place an additional load on the service; and
(c) unduly increase future maintenance costs.
AO2.1 – AO2.3 Not Applicable
PO2 AO2.1
Maintenance access is provided to all stormwater For trunk infrastructure, a registered easement in There are no stormwater drains or mapped overland
drains, overland flow paths and associated structures. favour of Council is created over all underground flow paths. Th e site naturally drains to the north east
infrastructure located in private property. corner where there is an existing dam and mapped
AO2.2 waterway under the Flood overlay, which is retained
The width of the easement required is in accordance
with Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 and not impacted.
Engineering Design Standards — Roads, drainage and
earthworks.
AO2.3
The easement is centred over the centreline of the
infrastructure.
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