Original source · versioned page text
Planning Report
Planning Report 472 and 474 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah QLD 4563 For: Sunshine Butterflies Date: 22 April 2026
See the original
The page text is free to read. Viewing or downloading an original file needs an account.
Log in to see the originalFull text of the other 20 pages
Page 2
© THEREFOR GROUP 2026 This document is and shall remain the property of Therefor Group. The document may only be used for the purposes for which it was commissioned and in accordance with the Terms of Engagement for the commission. Unauthorised use of this document in any form whatsoever is prohibited. Version History Version Description Author Reviewed Date 1 Draft G.Camilleri A.Crawford 26 February 2026 1 Final G.Camilleri A.Crawford 22 April 2026 www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 2 of 21
Page 3
Table of Contents
Summary ................................................................................................................................................... 5
Site and Planning Framework .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Development Application Details ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Supporting Material .................................................................................................................................................................... 6
1. Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 7
2. Proposed Development .................................................................................................................... 8
2.1 Proposal Overview .................................................................................................................................................. 8
3. Site Analysis .................................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Site Characteristics and Servicing ........................................................................................................................ 10
3.3 Context .................................................................................................................................................................. 11
3.4 Development Approval History ............................................................................................................................ 11
4. Technical Analysis ........................................................................................................................... 12
4.1 Lot Layout ............................................................................................................................................................. 12
4.2 Bushfire Hazard Management Plan and Assessment ........................................................................................... 12
4.3 Ecological Assessment .......................................................................................................................................... 12
4.4 Engineering and Infrastructure Assessment ........................................................................................................ 12
4.5 State Controlled Road ........................................................................................................................................... 12
5. State Planning Framework .............................................................................................................. 13
5.1 Planning Act 2016.................................................................................................................................................. 13
5.2 Planning Regulation 2017 ..................................................................................................................................... 13
5.3 Regional Plan ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
5.4 State Planning Policy ............................................................................................................................................ 15
5.5 Designated Premises ............................................................................................................................................ 16
5.6 Temporary State Planning Policies ....................................................................................................................... 16
6. Local Planning Framework .............................................................................................................. 17
6.1 Planning Scheme .................................................................................................................................................. 17
6.2 Category of Assessment and Assessment Benchmarks ....................................................................................... 17
6.3 Temporary Local Planning Instrument/s .............................................................................................................. 19
6.4 Planning Scheme Policies ..................................................................................................................................... 19
6.5 Local Government Infrastructure Plan ................................................................................................................. 19
6.6 Long Term Infrastructure Plan .............................................................................................................................. 19
6.7 Infrastructure charges ........................................................................................................................................... 19
7. Conclusion....................................................................................................................................... 20
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 3 of 21
Page 4
TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1. Site Aerial (Near Maps, 2025) ............................................................................................................................................... 10 Figure 2. Surrounding Context (Near Maps, 2025) ............................................................................................................................. 11 Figure 3. Koala Habitat Mapping (Development Assessment Mapping System, 2025) ..................................................................... 14 Figure 4. SEQ land use category (Development Assessment Mapping System, 2025) ...................................................................... 15 Figure 5. Biodiversity Mapping (State Planning Policy IMS, 2025) ..................................................................................................... 15 Figure 6. Natural Hazards Risk and Resilience (State Planning Policy IMS, 2025) ............................................................................. 16 Figure 7. Zoning map (Noosa Plan 2020 Interactive Mapping) .......................................................................................................... 18 TABLE OF TABLES Table A – Site and Planning Framework Details ................................................................................................................................... 5 Table B – Development Application Details ......................................................................................................................................... 6 Table C – Supporting Material .............................................................................................................................................................. 6 Table D – Key Aspects of Proposed Development ................................................................................................................................ 8 Table F – Site Characteristics and Servicing Information .................................................................................................................. 10 Table G – Site Approval History........................................................................................................................................................... 11 Table H – Referral Summary ............................................................................................................................................................... 14 Table I – Category of Assessment and Assessment Benchmarks ...................................................................................................... 17 Table J – Summary of Overlays .......................................................................................................................................................... 18 www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 4 of 21
Page 5
Summary
Site and Planning Framework
Table A below provides a summary of the key site details and relevant planning framework information.
Table A – Site and Planning Framework Details
Site Details
Address 472 and 474 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah QLD 4565
Lots 1 and 2 on SP199340
Real Property Description
Please note, Lot 1 on SP199340 forms part of the Development Application for the purpose of
providing access and services to the proposed lots only.
▪ Lot 1 SP199340: 1.54 ha
Area
▪ Lot 2 SP199340: 3.90 ha
▪ Lot 1 SP199340: Eddie Albert Carter and Ruth Annette Carter
Owner/s
▪ Lot 2 SP199340: Sunshine Butterflies Inc
▪ Easement C on SP199340 burdens Lot 1 SP199340, benefiting Lot 2 on SP199340. The purpose
of the easement is for access and services.
Easement/s
▪ Easement A on RP838706 burdens Lot 2 on SP199340 to Noosa Shire Council for the purpose of
water supply.
Local Planning Matters
Local Government Noosa Shire Council (Council)
Planning Scheme Noosa Plan 2020 Version 2
Zone Rural Residential Zone
Overlays ▪ Acid Sulfate Soils Overlay
▪ Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay
o MSES Environmental Values
o Area of Biodiversity Significance
o Riparian Buffer Area
▪ Bushfire Hazard Overlay
o High Potential Bushfire Intensity
o Medium Potential Bushfire Intensity
o Potential Impact Buffer
▪ Flood Hazard (Waterway) Overlay
o Waterways
Local Government Infrastructure
N/A
Plan
Temporary Local Planning
N/A
Instrument/s
State Planning Matters
▪ Biodiversity
o MSES – Regulated vegetation (intersecting a watercourse)
o MSES – Regulated vegetation (category B)
o MSES – Regulated vegetation (essential habitat)
State Planning Policy o MSES – Wildlife habitat (koala habitat areas – core)
o MSES – Wildlife habitat (endangered or vulnerable)
▪ Natural Hazards Risk and Resilience
o Flood hazard area – local government flood mapping area
o Bushfire prone area
▪ SEQ Regional Plan
o Rural Living Area
▪ Fish Habitat Areas
o Queensland waterways for waterway barrier works
Development Assessment Mapping
▪ Water Resources
o Water resource planning area boundaries
▪ Native Vegetation Clearing
o Regulated vegetation management map (Category A and B extract)
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 5 of 21
Page 6
▪ Koala Priority Area
o Koala priority area
▪ Koala Habitat Area
o Core koala habitat area
Note the above Local and State planning matters are for Lot 2 on SP199340 given Lot 1 on SP199340 is included for the purpose
of providing access and services to the proposed lots only. Access and services will continue to be in accordance with the terms
of the easement.
Development Application Details
Table B below provides an overview of the development application.
Table B – Development Application Details
Development Application Details
Development Particulars Development permit – Reconfiguration of Lot
Description 1 lot into 2 lots plus access easement
Category of Assessment Code assessment
Public Notification N/A
Assessment Manager Council
Referral(s) Schedule 10, Part 9, Division 4, Subdivision 2, Table 1
Applicant Details
Applicant Sunshine Butterflies
Applicant Representative Therefor Group
Andrew Crawford
Contact Person (07) 3666 5200
[email protected]
Reference: 24-0565P
Supporting Material
Table C below provides an overview of the supporting material which accompanies this application and has been incorporated
and referenced throughout this report.
Table C – Supporting Material
Document Title Prepared By Date
Owner’s consent 10.12.2025
DA Form 1 Therefor Group Undated
Cover Letter Therefor Group 23.04.2026
Plan of Reconfiguration Therefor Group 03.12.2025
Code Compliance Statements Therefor Group 23.04.2026
Relevant Searches Therefor Group 23.04.2026
Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management Plan Therefor Group 12.03.2026
Ecological Assessment Technical Memorandum Therefor Group 12.03.2026
Civil Servicing Statement TOD Consulting 20.02.2026
On-Site Effluent Report Australian Soil Investigation 16.03.2026
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 6 of 21
Page 7
1. Introduction
On behalf of Sunshine Butterflies (the Applicant), Therefor Group has prepared this planning report in support of a Development
Application for the proposed development made over the land at 472 and 474 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah QLD 4565, formally
described as Lots 1 and 2 on SP199340.
Specifically, this development application is seeking approval for the following aspects of development (proposed
development):
▪ Development permit – Reconfiguration of Lot (1 lot into 2 lots plus access easement).
The development application is subject to code assessment.
This report addresses the merits of the proposed development and provides an in-depth discussion and assessment of the
proposed development with respect to the relevant provisions of the state and local planning instruments, the Planning Act 2016
(Planning Act) and other relevant legislation.
In conjunction with the supporting material, this report aims to outline the facts and circumstances which weigh in favour of
approval of the proposed development, and demonstrate it should be approved, subject to reasonable and relevant conditions.
Specifically, this report provides the following to assist in assessment of the development application:
▪ An overview of the key aspects of the proposed development.
▪ A summary of the planning merit and alignment with the planning intent for the site and wider area.
▪ A site analysis which provides details of the key characteristics of the site and surrounding area, including relevant
development approval/s.
▪ A summary of the technical analysis which has informed the design of the proposed development.
▪ An overview of the state planning framework as it relates to the site, including referral details and some commentary on the
proposed development’s alignment with the state planning interests, where relevant.
▪ An overview of the local planning framework as it relates to the site, including some commentary on the proposed
development’s alignment with the local planning intent.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 7 of 21
Page 8
2. Proposed Development
2.1 Proposal Overview
The Development Application has been made over 474 and 472 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah (Lots 1 and 2 on SP199340). As
abovementioned, 474 McKinnon Drive (Lot 1 on SP199340) is included for the purpose of access and services via existing
Easement C on SP199340 to the proposed lots. The subdivision solely relates to 472 Mckinnon Drive (Lot 2 on SP199340). For the
purposes of this report, 472 Mckinnon Drive is hereafter referred to as the site.
The site contains an existing dwelling house and outbuildings. It is owned by Sunshine Butterflies and is utilised for the purposes
of a dwelling house. Sunshine Butterflies is also the owner of adjacent premises at 468 Mckinnon Drive, Cooroibah (the adjoining
site), known as ‘Our Backyard,’ a community facility which provides a range of programs, support services, and activities for
people with disabilities. ‘Our Backyard’ supports 96 members each week offering a range of daily recreational, educational and
life skill programs all which create a sense of purpose and belonging.
Through engagement with their community and families, Sunshine Butterflies is aware of the significant and growing shortage of
housing for younger people with disabilities in the Noosa Region, particularly for those who require residential care services. The
current dwelling house provides conveniently located housing for people within the Sunshine Butterflies community and who
rely on support services at the adjacent premises.
The purpose of the proposed subdivision is to support the establishment of a purpose built dwelling house within a rural
residential setting, which addresses the shortage of specialised housing for younger people with disabilities, in a convenient
location adjacent to support services used by the intended residents.
Table D below provides a summary of the key aspects of the proposed development.
2.1.1 Summary
Table D – Key Aspects of Proposed Development
Component Development Detail
Existing lots 1 lot
Proposed new lots 2 lots
Lot 1 – 2.664 ha
Proposed Lot Sizes
Lot 2 – 1.244 ha
Gross Area of Site 3.90 ha
2.1.2 Access
Site access is from McKinnon Drive, which is a State controlled Road, and will utilise an existing shared driveway located on
Existing Easement C on SP199340 provides access and services to the site. In addition to vehicle access to the premises, the
easement provides for necessary services infrastructure including water, drainage, sewerage, gas, electricity, and
telecommunications. Use of Easement C on SP199340 will be maintained as it will provide the described services and access to
the proposed lots. Continued use of the easement is in accordance with QLD Dealing Statement 710803022.
A new easement is proposed to provide vehicular access from Easement C on SP199340 to proposed Lot 2. The new easement
will burden proposed Lot 1 and benefit proposed Lot 2. In accordance with PSP6 Engineering Design Standards in the planning
scheme, the proposed easement is 10m wide ensuring vehicles can pass as they enter or exit proposed Lot 2.
2.1.3 Provision of Infrastructure
Please refer to the accompanying Civil Servicing Statement prepared by TOD Consulting which details provision of
infrastructure and services in support of the proposed subdivision.
Water
The existing dwelling on lot 1 has a reticulated water connection from the Unitywater trunk water main, as shown on the
marked up plan in Appendix C. This water supply will be retained as part of the development to continue to supply water to the
existing house. Rainwater tanks are proposed to supply potable water to any new dwelling on the newly created Lot 2.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 8 of 21
Page 9
Sewer
The existing dwelling on new lot 1 has an existing septic sewer system and infiltration trenches. It is proposed to retain this
system for the existing dwelling which is fully self-contained on the new proposed Lot 1. Aussie Soil Investigations has prepared
an effluent disposal report for proposed Lot 2, which confirms the site is suitable for an on-site management system. The report
recommends:
▪ Employment of an advanced secondary aerated wastewater treatment systems with surface spray or covered sub-surface
drip irrigation.
▪ Adoption of a minimum land application area of 240m2 for a category 5 site be provided for a typical 4 bedroom dwelling
with a maximum population of 6 people (the report notes that an area of 9270m2 is available for the disposal of effluent).
Stormwater
Roofwater from the existing house on the site discharges into the dry gully east of the house that feeds into the existing dam
located in the eastern section of the lot. It is proposed that this arrangement be retained. Roofwater from any new dwelling
constructed on the newly created lot 2 would similarly be discharged onto natural ground east of the dwelling, and allowed to
sheet flow to the existing gully within the lot on the eastern boundary.
Electricity, gas and telecommunications
Electricity and telecommunications infrastructure are available to the proposed development.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 9 of 21
Page 10
3. Site Analysis
3.1 Overview
The site, shown in Figure 1, is located at 472 McKinnon Drive, Cooroibah QLD 4563. The site is generally rectangular in shape
and has a total area of 3.90ha. It is improved by an existing dwelling house and outbuildings.
Figure 1. Site Aerial (Near Maps, 2025)
3.2 Site Characteristics and Servicing
Table E below provides an overview of the key site characteristics and servicing information.
Table E – Site Characteristics and Servicing Information
Site Characteristics
As shown in the aerial imagery above, the site currently contains a dwelling house and four
Existing Use / Improvements
outbuildings.
Access and Frontage The site is a rear lot. Access is provided via Easement C in SP199340.
▪ Easement C on SP199340 burdens Lot 1 SP199340, benefiting Lot 2 on SP199340. The purpose
of the easement is for access and services.
Easements
▪ Easement A on RP838706 burdens Lot 2 on SP199340 to Noosa Shire Council for the purpose of
water supply.
The site has a gradual slope from the western boundary to the eastern boundary. Contour mapping
Topography confirms a maximum site level of approximately 26m RL along the western boundary and a minimum
level of 15m RL along the eastern boundary.
The site contains areas of ‘biodiversity significance’ along the eastern, southern and western
Vegetation
boundary. Landscape vegetation is concentrated around the existing dwelling house.
Waterways and Waterbodies A body of water is located within the north-west corner of the site.
Contaminated Land / Environmental The site is not identified on the contaminated land or environmental management register/s (see
Management attached site searches).
Servicing Information
There is an established water connection to the existing dwelling located on proposed Lot 1. Lot 2
Water will be serviced by potable water supply. Refer to the attached Civil Servicing Statement for further
information.
Located on proposed Lot 1, the existing dwelling is serviced by a septic sewer system and infiltration
Sewer trenches. Proposed Lot 2 will be similarly serviced by a septic sewer system and infiltration
trenches. Refer to the attached Civil Servicing Statement for further information.
Given the nature of the lot, stormwater can be absorbed by the natural ground. Excess stormwater
Stormwater will be directed towards the existing dam. Refer to the attached Civil Servicing Statement for
further information.
Electricity, Gas and Electricity and telecommunication infrastructure is available to the site.
Telecommunications
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 10 of 21
Page 11
3.3 Context
The site is located in Cooroibah, a suburb within Noosa local government area (LGA). Cooroibah, situated north-west of Tewantin,
consists of a small village, rural residential properties, open space, and natural bushland. The suburb can be considered as a
transitional area between coastal urban areas (to the east) and rural countryside (to the west).
The site is generally surrounded by rural residential land, containing detached dwelling houses which is reflective of the rural
lifestyle within Cooroibah. Immediately south is ‘Our Backyard,’ a facility owned and operated by Sunshine Butterflies. The
existing facility provides the space for Sunshine Butterflies to deliver a range of programs, activities, and support services to those
with disabilities. Land uses within the greater area consist of environmental management and conservation, and rural land.
Figure 2. Surrounding Context (Near Maps, 2025)
3.4 Development Approval History
Subject Site
The site is a result of a parent subdivision, Table F below provides an overview of the Development Approval history of the site,
where relevant.
Table F – Site Approval History
Council Reference Description Approval Date
Development Permit for Reconfiguration of Lot (Boundary realignment plus access
152006.1355 30 June 2006
easement).
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 11 of 21
Page 12
4. Technical Analysis The proposed development will involve works and other outcomes which require technical assessment. A number of technical reports have been prepared to accompany this development application and are summarised below. 4.1 Lot Layout The lot layout involves subdivision of the existing 3.9ha site into two lots being proposed Lot 1 (containing existing dwelling house, outbuildings and services) measuring 2.664ha and proposed Lot 2 measuring 1.224ha in area. 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, and is sufficient in size to accommodate a future dwelling house and associated infrastructure, whilst maintaining the rural residential character of the area. Table 9.5.1.4 of the Planning Scheme proposes a minimum lot size of 1.5ha for land in the Rural Residential Zone. The proposal involves creation of two lots with one lot being 1.224ha in area, and an average lot size of 1.95ha. Notably the proposed lots are significantly larger than the size of nearby lots in the Rural Residential Zone, which are circa 4,000m2 in area. The assessment demonstrates that the proposed lots achieve the purpose of the Reconfiguring a Lot Code and Rural Residential Zone Code. Please refer to the submitted Plan of Reconfiguration for further details. 4.2 Bushfire Hazard Management Plan and Assessment As the site is subject to the Bushfire Hazard overlay, a Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management Plan has been prepared by Therefor Group. This report confirms suitability of proposed Lot 2 for residential use and makes recommendations for future development on the site. 4.3 Ecological Assessment An Ecological Assessment has been prepared by Therefor Group, and this addresses State and local regulatory matters to the extent relevant to the proposed development. This includes: ▪ Mapping, research and survey of site ecological features ▪ Determination of regulatory matters ▪ Discussion and assessment, including code responses ▪ Summary and recommendations. The report confirms the proposed development does not present any unacceptable impact s on environmental and ecological values of the site. An assessment of the proposal has been undertaken in respect of the assessment benchmarks in Schedule 11 of the Planning regulation which demonstrates compliance. The report recommends support for the proposed reconfiguration. 4.4 Engineering and Infrastructure Assessment Please refer to the Civil Servicing Statement by TOD Consulting and the On-Site Effluent Report by ASI. Collectively these reports demonstrate the proposed development complies with applicable works codes and is able to be appropriately serviced or provide on-site solutions for water provision and on-site sewage management. Further details are provided in the respective reports and Section 2.1.3 of this report. 4.5 State Controlled Road McKinnon Drive is a State controlled road, and the existing site access is via an easement burdening 474 McKinnon Drive. As per Section 5.2.1 of this report, the development application triggers referral assessment against State Code 1. The proposed development has been assessed against State Code 1 and is considered to comply with the assessment requirements. www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 12 of 21
Page 13
5. State Planning Framework
5.1 Planning Act 2016
The Planning Act 2016 (Planning Act) and its subordinate legislation is the statutory framework for decision making in relation to
land use and development in Queensland.
The proposed development constitutes the following aspects of “development” as defined in Schedule 2 of the Planning Act:
▪ Reconfiguring a lot
5.1.1 Category of Assessment
In accordance with Section 43 of the Planning Act, the relevant categorising instrument for this Development Application is the
Noosa Plan 2020 (planning scheme). As identified in Section 7.2.1 of this report, the planning scheme categorises the proposed
development as code assessable.
Section 45(3) of the Planning Act states:
A code assessment is an assessment that must be carried out only—
(a) against the assessment benchmarks in a categorising instrument for the development; and
(b) having regard to any matters prescribed by regulation for this paragraph.
The matters outlined in section 45(3)(a) above are identified in Section 6.2 of this report and subsequently addressed.
With respect to section 45(3)(b), the matters Planning Regulation prescribes are:
▪ The matters stated in Schedules 9 and 10 of the Planning Regulation for the development.
▪ The planning scheme (see Section 6).
▪ The regional plan for the region, to the extent it is not identified in the planning scheme as being appropriately integrated.
▪ The State Planning Policy, to the extent it is not identified in the planning scheme as being appropriately integrated.
▪ Any designation applying to the premises.
▪ Any temporary State Planning Policy applying to the premises.
▪ Any development approval for, and any lawful use of, the premises or adjacent premises (see Section 3.4).
▪ The common material.
Unless otherwise stated, the following sections assess the development application against the above matters.
5.2 Planning Regulation 2017
The purpose of the Planning Regulation 2017 (Planning Regulation) is to prescribe instruments and address matters provided
for under the Planning Act and provide the mechanics for the operation and implementation of the Planning Act.
5.2.1 Schedules 9 and 10 (Assessable Development and Referrals)
Schedules 9 and 10 of the Planning Regulation outlines various types of development which are prohibited development,
assessable development or development requiring referral agency assessment. The Development Assessment Mapping System
(DAMS) assists to identify development assessment triggers and referrals under the Planning Regulation.
The mapping and the Planning Regulation has been reviewed in the context of this Development Application, the following is
confirmed (refer to attached Site Searches):
▪ The proposed development is not prohibited development.
▪ The proposed development is assessable development as follows:
Development on premises in koala priority areas not interfering with koala habitat—assessment by assessment
manager under Schedule 10, Part 10, Division 5, Table 1 of the Planning Regulation. Assessment is required against
Schedule 11, Part 2 of the Planning Regulation.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 13 of 21
Page 14
Reconfiguring a lot under Schedule 10, Part 14, Division 1, Section 21 of the Planning Regulation. The proposed
development is identified as code assessable under Schedule 10, Part 14, Division 2, Table 1 of the Planning
Regulation, but does not trigger assessment against Schedule 12 or Schedule 12A of the Planning Regulation.
▪ The proposed development does require referral, and further detail is outlined in Table H below.
Table G – Referral Summary
Referral Trigger Aspect of Development Referral Agency State Code(s)
Schedule 10, Part 9, Division 4, Reconfiguring a Lot near a State State Code 1 – Refer to Code
Chief Executive
Subdivision 2, Table 1 Transport Corridor Compliance Statements.
5.2.2 Development on premises in koala priority areas not interfering with koala habitat
As shown in Figure 3, the site is located within the Koala Priority Area mapping, and a very small portion of the site is identified
in the Core Koala Habitat Area. The proposed development does not involve interfering with mapped koala habitat. Please refer
to Section 4.3 of this report and the Ecological Assessment prepared by Therefor Group accompanying this application which
provides an assessment against Schedule 11, Part 2 of the Planning Regulation.
Figure 3. Koala Habitat Mapping (Development Assessment Mapping System, 2025)
5.2.3 Reconfiguring a Lot near a State Transport Corridor
As per Section 4.5 of this report, the proposed development has been assessed against State Code 1 and is considered to
comply with the assessment requirements. The scale of the proposed development and associated vehicle trip generation is
not considered to introduce a measurable net worsening on the performance of the road network function.
5.3 Regional Plan
The site falls within the bounds of the South East Queensland Regional Plan 2023 (ShapingSEQ). ShapingSEQ provides the
framework for managing growth, change, land use and development in the SEQ Region to the year 2046.
5.3.1 SEQ land use category
As shown in Figure 4 below, the site is located within the Rural living area defined by ShapingSEQ. Land which is located within
the Rural living area is to provide housing and lifestyle choices whilst limiting the impact of the inefficient use of land and other
values within the region. The Development Application is considered consistent with the intent of the land use category for the
following reasons –
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 14 of 21
Page 15
Figure 4. SEQ land use category (Development Assessment Mapping System, 2025) 5.4 State Planning Policy The current State Planning Policy 2017 (SPP) relates to 17 separate State interests, grouped together under 5 broad themes and provides direction to Local Governments in relation to the assessment of Development Applications. State interest matters are spatially defined as layers included within the SPP Interactive Mapping System to assist Local Government, the community, and industry to understand and interpret how state interest policies apply to land use planning and development. Relevant layers are detailed below and a full copy of the SPP report can be found in the attached Site Searches. 5.4.1 Biodiversity As shown in Figure 5 below, the site is identified within the MSES regulated vegetation and wildlife habitat areas, relating to the ‘Biodiversity’ State interest. In accordance with Part 2.1.1 of the Planning Scheme, regulated vegetation and wildlife habitat areas have been integrated into the framework and additional assessment is not required. Refer to Ecological Assessment Report and accompanying code responses for further information. Figure 5. Biodiversity Mapping (State Planning Policy IMS, 2025) www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 15 of 21
Page 16
5.4.2 Natural Hazards Risk and Resilience As shown in Figure 6 below, the site is identified within the local government flood mapping area and bushfire prone area, relating to the 'Natural Hazards Risk and Resilience’ State interest. In accordance with Part 2.1.1 of the Planning Scheme, flood mapping areas and bushfire prone areas have been integrated. Please refer to the Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management Plan and accompanying code responses for further details. Figure 6. Natural Hazards Risk and Resilience (State Planning Policy IMS, 2025) 5.5 Designated Premises The site is not identified as being a designated premises. 5.6 Temporary State Planning Policies No temporary State planning policies have been identified as being relevant to the site or this development application. www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 16 of 21
Page 17
6. Local Planning Framework
6.1 Planning Scheme
The Noosa Plan 2020 (planning scheme) is the key local planning instrument which sets out the intent for development within
the bounds of the Noosa Shire local government area (LGA).
6.2 Category of Assessment and Assessment Benchmarks
6.2.1 Summary
Table H below summarises the category of assessment for the proposed development and the relevant assessment benchmarks
of the planning scheme. As identified below, the development application will be subject to code assessment.
Table H – Category of Assessment and Assessment Benchmarks
Provision Category of Assessment Assessment Benchmark/s Response Location
▪ Rural Residential Zone Code Code Compliance Statements
Rural Residential Zone Code assessment ▪ Reconfiguring a Lot Code Code Compliance Statements
▪ Works Codes Code Compliance Statements
Acid Sulfate Soils Overlay Not Applicable - -
Biodiversity, Waterways, ▪ Biodiversity, waterways, and
No change Ecological Assessment
and Wetlands Overlay wetlands overlay code
Bushfire Hazard Assessment and
Bushfire Hazard Overlay No change ▪ Bushfire hazard overlay code
Management Plan
Flood Hazard Overlay
No change ▪ Flood hazard overlay code Refer Section 6.2.3 below.
(Waterway)
The following position has been adopted with respect to assessment against the Works Codes:
▪ The Driveway and Parking Code is considered to be generally not applicable to the proposed subdivision. With respect to
property access, this has been addressed in response to other codes. In addition the existing solid surface domestic
driveway over 474 McKinnon Drive provides appropriate access to the site. The proposed 10m wide easement burdening
proposed Lot 1 and benefitting proposed Lot 2 is sufficient for extension of the driveway to provide access to proposed Lot
2, and accommodate vehicle manoeuvring or passing if required.
▪ The Earthworks Code is not applicable as the proposed development does not involve earthworks.
▪ A response has been provided to the Existing Services Code.
▪ The Fire services for common private title code is not applicable as the proposed subdivision is in the Rural Residential
Zone which is not part of the Residential Zone category. Section 7.10 of the Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management
Plan recommends the dwelling in the southern lot include dedicated fire-fighting water storage to protect from potential
bushfire hazard.
▪ The Landscaping Code is not applicable to the proposed development.
▪ The Sustainable Building Design Code is not applicable as the proposed development.
6.2.2 Zone
As shown in Figure 7 below, the site is located within the Rural Residential Zone. The immediate area is located within the Rural
Residential Zone, and the greater area located within either the Environmental Management and Conservation Zone or Rural
Zone.
The proposed development has been assessed against the provisions of the Rural Residential Zone Code. Pursuant to Section
6.8.4 (1) of the planning scheme, the purpose of the zone is to provide residential uses and activities on large lots, which are
compatible with the rural character of the area. The Proposed Development is considered to be consistent with the intent and
purpose of the Rural Residential Zone Code.
A full assessment of the Proposed Development against the provisions of the Rural Residential Zone Code is provided in the
attached Code Compliance Statements.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 17 of 21
Page 18
Figure 7. Zoning map (Noosa Plan 2020 Interactive Mapping)
6.2.3 Overlays
Table I below provides an overview of the overlays which are mapped over the site and provides some commentary on the
effect of each overlay on the proposed development.
Table I – Summary of Overlays
Overlay Mapping Summary
Acid Sulfate Soils Overlay
Pursuant to Table 5.9.1, the proposed subdivision is not assessable
against the Acid Sulfate Soils Overlay Code.
Biodiversity, Waterways, and Wetlands Overlay
The site is mapped under the following sub-categories of this
overlay:
▪ MSES Environmental Values
▪ Area of Biodiversity Significance
▪ Riparian Buffer Area
Pursuant to Table 5.9.2, the proposed subdivision is assessable
against the Biodiversity, Waterways, and Wetlands overlay code.
Please refer to the Ecological Assessment for further details.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 18 of 21
Page 19
Bushfire Hazard Overlay
The site is mapped under the following sub-categories of this
overlay:
▪ High Potential Bushfire Intensity
▪ Medium Potential Bushfire Intensity
▪ Potential Impact Buffer
Pursuant to Table 5.9.3, the proposed subdivision is assessable
against the Bushfire Hazard overlay code. Please refer to the
Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management Plan for further
details.
Flood Hazard Overlay
The site is mapped under the following sub-categories of this
overlay:
▪ Waterways
Pursuant to Table 5.9.6, the proposed subdivision is assessable
against the Flood Hazard overlay code. Refer comments below.
With respect to the Flood Hazard Overlay Code, in this instance the extent of relevance is limited to the location of the mapped
waterway which only just affects the site. The proposed subdivision does not propose any changes or issues for this mapped
waterway. In addition, the assessment benchmarks are pre-disposed to matters of flood risk, earthworks and resilience, and
are not applicable to the subject site. Accordingly. a full response to the overlay code is not provided.
6.3 Temporary Local Planning Instrument/s
The site is not identified as being subject to any TLPIs.
6.4 Planning Scheme Policies
The relevant planning scheme policies have been addressed as part of the response to the assessment benchmarks.
6.5 Local Government Infrastructure Plan
The site is located outside of the Priority Infrastructure Area (PIA) and there are no mapped future trunk infrastructure upgrades
identified on or near the site.
6.6 Long Term Infrastructure Plan
There is no known long term infrastructure plan under the planning scheme.
6.7 Infrastructure charges
The proposed development may be subject to infrastructure charges, determined in accordance with Council’s infrastructure
charges and resolution and associated policies. This will be discussed and confirmed in consultation with Council.
www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 19 of 21
Page 20
7. Conclusion In summary, this report, and the supporting material, has provided a comprehensive assessment of the proposed development in accordance with requirements and framework of the Planning Act and applicable common law, and confirms that the proposed development satisfies all relevant matters of assessment and is able to be approved. On a balanced assessment, it is considered the facts and circumstances outlined within this report and the supporting material are overall favourable to the approval of the proposed development. As such, it is recommended the proposed development be approved, subject to reasonable and relevant conditions. It is expected that reasonable and relevant conditions will be imposed on the development approval in accordance with section 65 of the Planning Act. www.thereforgroup.com.au Planning Report | 24-0565P 20 of 21
Page 21
therefor GROUP Therefor Group is dedicated to enhancing the potential of place by understanding Pred cael When you need that broader perspective; When you need more than a bottom line; Whenyou need a commitment to leading Plena Lyon erat ag eC Longland Place Level 2, 76 Skyring Terrace Newstead QLD 4006 PO Box 436 New Farm QLD 4005 Ph +617 36665200 [email protected] SST eee Building 1 Rie les ola le co8 se) Sippy Downs QLD 4556 Ph +61 75294 0374 [email protected] Gold Coast Level 2, 14 Edgewater Court Robina QLD 4226 Ph +61 75636 9943 [email protected] BCLS EL) iret ie EL]