MCU21_0154 Objection letter

12 October 2021

Attention: Assessment Manager
Noosa Shire Council
PO Box 141 Tewantin, Qld 4565


Dear Sir / Madam,

Re: MCU21/0154 - Objection to small scale meat processing plant

We are writing to express our objection to the proposed small-scale meat processing facility located
at 82 Patterson Drive, Tinbeerwah (Lot 62 on RP886676). Our objection is based on the following
concerns, listed below:

-   Negative compatibility with residential status of neighbourhood
-   Close proximity of business activities adjacent to residential properties
-   Detrimental impact on residential property values
-   Minimal ‘value add’ to amenity / character of neighbouring residence
-   Transference of carcasses in an open vehicle
-   Lack of consultation / advice of existing business operation without proper Council approval
    prior to operation of business
-   Noise impact from compressors and generators to maintain business operations
-   Concerns with future business expansion
-   Concerns with release of aqueous waste within proximity to water courses

With respect to the above concerns the following rationale for the objections is provided below.



Negative compatibility with residential status of neighbourhood

The proposal is for a medium impact industry to be located within a rural residential area which is in
close proximity to neighbouring properties. The proposed home-based business is located approx.
150m from our residence and significantly closer to adjoining lots with minimal buffering. Despite
the assertion that there will not be impacts associated with the business there will be negative
impacts in some shape or form that will detract from the lifestyle and amenity enjoyed by the
existing neighbouring properties.

It is recognised that rural residential and rural lots allow for small home-based business under the
Noosa Plan 2020. It is questionable whether the proposal ‘adds value’ or complements the amenity
and character of the neighbouring residential area. It is our opinion that the majority of residents in
Tinbeerwah would have no objections to a home-based business that are more ‘traditional’ in nature
such as hairdressing, art studio, book-keeping, yoga, massage etc. However, a small meat processing
plant is more in keeping with larger rural zoned allotments associated with traditional agriculture or
within an industrial zoned area. We strongly argue that the definition of what constitutes a
compatible home based business has been well and truly stretched in this instance. We question its
compatibility in a residential area against current planning intents despite all of the efforts to
minimise impacts.