old approval · 131999.982857.1

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    1.        SITE/PROPOSAL

    The subject site is situated on the northern side of Arakoon Crescent in Sunshine Beach. The
    steeply sloping site drops away to the north and accommodates a three storey dwelling house.
    A site inspection suggested modifications to the house had been made and there is some doubt
    that its existing state would be lawful, as sliding glass doors at upper levels have no balconies
    or decks attached. Other detached dwelling houses adjoin the site on both sides with parkland
    to the rear.

    The applicant seeks to make alterations and additions to the dwelling house which is situated
    in a sand dune problem area. Most alterations will incorporate internal changes to the existing
    building, however a new portion of building will be constructed between the existing garage
    and the existing external walls at the front of the house. At level 1 this will include a new
    bedroom, at level 2 incorporate a piano room and deck and at level 3 new roofing. The
    internal arrangements of living kitchen and dining room will be renovated and relocated.

    2.        ASSESSMENT

    The applicant has submitted a report from a structural engineer regarding the proposed
    construction work. The Manager of Building is satisfied no geotechnical report will be
    required. The Engineering Department have also stated they have no objection to the proposal.
    The proposed amendments are not likely to dramatically alter the external appearance of the
    building and if anything improve the ageing structure. There are existing trees at the front and
    sides of the building and care should be taken during construction not to damage or remove
    these trees.

    This application is in order for Council approval subject to conditions.

    RECOMMENDATION

    With regard to 17603 DA (Holly Pitman) for a Material Change of Use of Premises for a
    extensions to a dwelling house in a Sand Dune Problem Area at 40 Arakoon Crescent
    Sunshine Beach, described as Lot 802 on RP 48111, Parish of Weyba, Council approve the
    application and grant a Development Permit, subject to the following conditions:-

              Building

    1         The plans submitted for a Development Permit for building works are to comply with
              the approved plans and the Building Code of Australia.

    2         Construction work and other associated activities are permitted only during the hours
              of 7.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Monday to Saturday. No work is permitted on public
              holidays, except where extended hours are approved by the Manager of Building.




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