2018-07-10 Planning & Environment Committee Agenda

PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                        10 JULY 2018


The existing approval supports 80m2 of sign face area, acknowledging the applicant’s proposal to
upgrade the centre and declutter and consolidate signage. That assessment concluded the
following:
     Given some existing signage will be removed and updated signage will be consolidated,
       this will result in less visual clutter;
     The site is large with 2 road frontages and some signage is partly screened by vegetation
       when viewed externally;
     The proposed signage (as recommended) is compatible and is designed and integrated
       into the built form;
     The proposed signage (as recommended) does not adversely impact (or detract) on the
       amenity of the area;
     The recommended signage contributes to the overall ‘refresh’ of the centre.
It is acknowledged that the site is large and the signs have been on site for some time. However,
it is considered that the approved signage is appropriate for a site of this size and consistent with
The Noosa Plan provisions for advertising devices. Further additional signage and illumination to
provide directional information for residents and visitors to the site is not considered warranted
and will impact on the amenity and character of the area.

4.     CONSULTATION
4.1. Referral Agencies
Not applicable
4.2. Other Referrals
Not applicable
4.3. Public Notification
Not applicable.

5.     CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The site has 80m2 of approved sign face area which significantly exceeds the allowable 10m 2 per
site allowed under the Noosa Plan. Acknowledgement of the size of the site was considered in
the original assessment and it was determined that the currently approved signage is appropriate
for its use, size and location. Allowing additional sign face area and additional illumination than
what is currently approved is not appropriate.
For these reasons, the applicant’s request is not supported.
Departments/Sections Consulted:


     Chief Executive Officer       Community Services                      Corporate Services
     Executive Officer             Community Development                   Financial Services
     Executive Support             Community Facilities                    ICT
                                   Libraries & Galleries                   Procurement & Fleet
                                   Local Laws                              Property
                                   Waste & Environmental Health            Revenue Services

     Executive Services        X   Environment & Sustainable Development   Infrastructure Services
     Community Engagement          Building & Plumbing Services            Asset Management
     Customer Service          X   Development Assessment                  Buildings and Facilities
     Governance                    Economic Development                    Civil Operations
     People and Culture            Environmental Services                  Disaster Management
                                   Strategic Land Use Planning             Infrastructure Planning,
                                                                           Design and Delivery



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