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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).




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