26.8.26 - Letter from ATP - Minor Change 25 August 2026 · MCU24/0074.01

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      •   Amended Proposal - 55 carparking spaces required with 49 carparking spaces being
          provided (including two (2) time sensitive spaces), this being a ratio of 0.89 (89%).

The project architect has provided advice about the changes made to the proposal plans in
response to the issues raised under condition 3 and other conditions more generally (refer
Attachment 2). Condition 3 requires the proposal plans to be amended, prior to the issue of
a development permit for operational works. It is intended through this change application to
obtain approved plans. Further, submit operational works plans to be assessed concurrently
with the change application.

The project architect has also advised about the changes made with the reconfiguration of the
back of house area at ground level. This is in conjunction with the changed traffic and parking
arrangements with access from Thomas Street and egress to Albert Street. This includes a
change to the ground level parking, relocation of the bin storage areas, provision for new glass
crushing facilities, relocated amenities, lift and fire stair consolidation. The basement has been
redesigned to better consolidate the commercial and residential parking into designated
areas, with additional storage also added.

Other changes generally improve the appearance of the built form affecting the southeast and
southwest elevations, including the roof and terrace design. These changes are minor and
include steps in the façade, window openings with decorative hoods, profiled battens to add
rhythm and texture to the façade and provision of lightweight fibre cement cladding. The
proposed design maintains a high quality built form outcome, which is expected for a
development in this location, having an activated ground level and residential development
above2.

The proposed development recognises and reinforces the waterfront location and character
of the area and provides for a high quality, low rise (three storey), sub-tropical built form and
landscape design that promotes a casual outdoor lifestyle. Further, maintains a strong
relationship with the outdoors with the incorporation of natural materials, verandahs and open
space areas and glazing for both the commercial tenancies and the short-term
accommodation units3.

The design also creates visual interest by differentiating the built form with a range of textures,
colours, and finishes. The development contributes to a varied roofline with a building height
that makes a positive contribution to the skyline. Further, provides for varied building setbacks
that create opportunities for landscaping and an interesting design. A significant amount of
landscaping is provided, which contributes positively to the attractive spaces around the built
form 4 . The changes that have been made to the building elements improve the overall
presentation to Gympie Terrace and Thomas Streets.


2
  Noosaville Local Plan Code – OO(2)(m) current planning scheme and OO(z) superseded planning scheme
3
  Noosaville Local Plan Code – OO(2)(d) for both the current and superseded planning schemes
4
  Noosaville Local Plan Code – OO(2)(e) for both the current and superseded planning schemes


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