211118 - 11-19 Hastings Street, Noosa TP Report · MCU21/0201

3.2.4 Level of Assessment
The application is seeking approval for Material Change of Use (Development Permit) for the purpose of a Short
Term Accommodation within the and is subject to Impact Assessment.

3.3 GROUNDS FOR APPROVAL
The proposed development is considered appropriate for the site and beneficial to the sites future use. Reasons
that the proposal should be granted approval are as followed:

•    The proposed use is consistent with uses in along Hastings Street and is considered appropriate for the site;
•    The proposal at hand incorporates high-quality architectural materials and finishes, addressing the
     streetscape with a character sensitive design;
•    The proposal at hand involves a reduction in carparking demand of the existing site and proposes a use
     which will ultimately reduce the demand on the on-street parking of Hastings Street;
•    The proposal at hand involves an extension to an existing building and the character of Hastings Street will
     not be impacted by the proposal at hand;
•    The proposal will retain the existing retail uses on the ground floor and as such will continue to contribute to
     the activation of Hastings Street;
•    The proposal at hand will not compromise any views and vistas contributing to the setting and character of
     the Noosa Heads area;
•    The proposal will add to the variety of building styles in the streetscape, contributing to the vibrant
     streetscape;
•    Sufficient carparking is provided onsite and is able to cater for the demand of the proposed extension. This
     carparking is existing on site, associated with the wider Seahaven site;
•    The proposal is generally compliant with the provisions of the Noosa Plan 2020.




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Material Change of Use (Development Permit)
Short Term Accommodation – 9-11 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads