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Appendix F - Noosa Council Code Responses · MCU21/0146
MAJOR CENTRE ZONE CODE
Table 6.4.1.3 Criteria for assessment
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response
Role and Function
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
The business use or centre The proposal is for a residential
activity is of a type, scale and land use.
intensity that is consistent with a
Major Centre as identified in the
Noosa Shire Centre Hierarchy.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2.
Uses within a Major Centre do The proposed development
not detract from the role or contributes toward the growth
function of another Major Centre. and expansion of the Noosa
Business Centre by providing a
complimentary and supporting
residential land use.
PO3 AO3 Complies with PO3.
Development provides for a mix Development provides for the The proposed development
of retail, business, residential and following activities: provides a residential land use,
community activities to promote which is consistent with the ‘High
a) retail shops;
an activated mixed-use density residential’ designation of
environment. b) food and drink outlets (e.g. the development area, and will
local restaurant and dining contribute towards the
facilities); achievement of an activated
mixed use centre.
c) health care services;
d) offices (e.g. banks and real
estate agencies);
e) entertainment activities (e.g.
a club, function facility or
theatre);
f) residential activities located
above or behind non-
residential activities; and
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g) an appropriate range of
community activities and
support service.
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO4.
Development provides for a Whilst the development does not
range of business activities that directly provide for business
serve the highest level needs of activities, it provides a residential
businesses, residents and land use with is consistent with
visitors within the Shire, and the ‘High density residential
offers a higher level and more ‘designation of the development
diverse range of employment area. This land use provides a
opportunities than other centres key supporting role in the
in Noosa Shire. sustained growth of the Noosa
Business Centre.
PO5 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO4.
The Noosa Business Centre, as The development provides a
a principal function provides for residential land use which will
employment growth in key directly support employment
priority employment sectors for growth in the Noosa Business
Noosa Shire, by enabling a wide Centre.
range of business, commercial
and community activities, as well
as retaining development
capacity in the longer term to
take advantage of potential future
employment opportunities.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO6.
The Noosa Business Centre The development provides a
provides for higher order retailing residential land use which will
and entertainment facilities for support the delivery of higher
the shire including the existing order retailing and entertainment
discount department store and facilities for the Noosa Business
full-line supermarket established Centre.
in the centre. An additional small
format supermarket is
established in the Village mixed
use precinct with a maximum
gross floor area of 2,500m²
PO7 AO7 Not Applicable.
Development in the Noosa The internal link road and The proposed development is
Business centre includes the extension to Hofmann Drive over proposed lots 17 – 19,
construction of an internal link connecting to Walter Hay Drive is which will be created as part of
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road and the extension of to be generally in accordance the existing ROL Development
Hofmann Drive to service new with Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Permit (Consent Order 765 of
development at the first stage of Business Centre Framework and 2020), which delivers the key
development of the site. Character Plan) road network and infrastructure
for the Noosa Business Centre.
The Walter Hay Drive extension
will be delivered as part of the
ROL.
PO8 AO8 Not Applicable.
Development in the Noosa Primary activated frontages are The development area (lots 17 –
Business Centre and Noosa provided to public open space 19) does not adjoin a nominated
Junction is designed to be areas as identified on Figures primary activated street frontage
integrated with and provide 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction on Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
activated edges to public open Framework and Character plan) Business Centre Framework and
space areas. and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Character Plan).
Business Centre Framework and
Character Plan).
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Noosa Junction’s principal role The site is situated in the Noosa
and function is to provide for a Business Centre.
higher order mixed-use centre
prioritising entertainment and
retail uses focused on unique
destination shops with local
brands, restaurants and cafes, as
well as digital and creative
enterprise and health and
professional services.
PO10 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Noosa Junction provides for a The site is situated in the Noosa
diversity of higher order business Business Centre.
and entertainment activities
including specialty retail,
restaurants, cafes and a cinema
located in a compact, fine
grained main street centre with
no additional discount
department store use or
additional fullline supermarket
established.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
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Commercial development is The site is situated in the Noosa
consolidated through increased Business Centre.
floor space within the boundaries
of the Major centre zone in
Noosa Junction.
Open Space AO12 Not Applicable.
PO12 Primary activated frontages are The development area (lots 17 –
provided to public open space 19) does not adjoin a nominated
Development in the Noosa
areas as identified on Figures primary activated street frontage
Business Centre and Noosa
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction on Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
Junction is designed to be
Framework and Character plan) Business Centre Framework and
integrated with and provide
and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Character Plan).
activated edges to open space
Business Centre Framework and
areas.
Character Plan).
Editor's Note- The requirements for the
open space areas for Noosa Junction and
Noosa Business Centre are provided in
the Recreation and Open Space Zone
Code.
Sunshine Beach Road and No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Bottlebrush Road, Noosa
The site is situated in the Noosa
Junction
Business Centre.
PO13
Development located at 43
Sunshine Beach Road
(BUP104047), 1 Eugarie Street
(BUP102871) and where fronting
Bottlebrush Avenue Noosa
Heads, develops for office or
health services uses only to the
exclusion of shops, food and
drink outlets and entertainment
uses.
Short-term accommodation No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
PO14 The proposed development does
not involve Short-term
Short term accommodation is
accommodation.
established in locations close to
entertainment activities and retail
uses.
Former Bowls Site Noosa AO15 Not Applicable.
Junction
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PO15 The link road connecting Noosa The site is situated in the Noosa
Drive to Lanyana Way is to be Business Centre.
Development on the former
generally in accordance with
bowls club site located at Lot 3
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction
RP884396 includes a road
Framework and Character Plan)
connection through the site
linking Noosa Drive to Lanyana
Way which is to be constructed
and dedicated to Council at no
cost as part of the first stage of
development of the site.
Built Form
Height AO16.1 Complies with AO16.1 / PO16.
PO16 Buildings and other structures The proposed development has
have a building height of no more a maximum building height of
Buildings and other structures:
than: generally 12m above natural
a) are low rise and have a ground level. It is noted that
a) Noosa Junction - 12 metres;
visual bulk and architectural some limited portions of the
scale consistent with b) Noosa Business Centre – building sit minimally above the
structures on adjoining or 12m maximum height line, as a
i) if a site is identified as a result of the topography of the
nearby land;
gateway site on Figure land and the roof pitch. This very
b) have the following maximum 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business minor exceedance will not be
building height: Centre Framework and discernible to a casual observer
Character Plan), that and will maintain a built form that
i) for Noosa Junction three
portion of the site located is consistent with community
storeys;
within 50 metres of the expectations for development on
ii) for the Noosa Business street frontage - 12 the site.
Centre two storeys, metres; or
except a gateway site or
ii) are part of a mixed-use
a mixed-use building
building incorporating
incorporating a
residential uses, or in the
residential use which
High density residential
may be three storeys.
precinct -12 metres;
c) do not visually dominate the otherwise
street, surrounding spaces or
iii) 10 metres.
the existing skyline; and
AO16.2 Complies with AO16.2 / PO16.
d) preserve the amenity of
surrounding premises Where excavation is required, Localised cut and fill is proposed
including privacy, views and the maximum portion of the to achieve required grades and
access to sunlight. exposed external façade of the levels for services, access and
building cannot exceed the parking. The maximum building
respective building heights in height has been measured from
AO16.1. natural ground. The exposed
external façade is a maximum of
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Editor's Note—refer to figure AP3-13A to approximately 12m above natural
measure height in storeys. ground level. As noted above,
despite a very minor exceedance
in height for select portions of the
building, this will not be
discernible by a casual observer,
and accordingly the development
provides a built form outcome
that aligns with community
expectations for development on
the site.
Site Cover No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO17.
PO17 The development (which includes
all small dwellings) provides a
The site cover and plot ratio of
site cover of 45% and a plot ratio
buildings and other roofed
of 0.74:1, in compliance with
structures:
PO17. For further details with
a) is of a scale that is regard to the plot ratio proposed,
compatible with surrounding please refer to section 8.2 of the
development; Town Planning Report.
b) does not present an
appearance of bulk to
adjacent properties, roads or
other areas in the vicinity of
the site;
c) maximises the retention of
existing vegetation and
allows for additional soft
landscaping between
buildings;
d) where including residential
development, allows for
adequate area at ground
level for outdoor recreation
and other site facilities; and
e) facilitates onsite stormwater
management and vehicular
access; and
f) at the Noosa Business
Centre in the High density
residential precinct site
cover:
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i) does not exceed 40% of
the site area; or
ii) for small dwellings or for
development which
provides a ratio of at
least three small
dwellings to any other
one dwelling, site cover
does not exceed 45% of
the site area.
Plot ratio No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO18.
PO18 The development proposes a plot
ratio of 0.74:1. For further details,
For the Major centre zone the
please refer to Section 8.2 of the
plot ratio of a building does not
Town Planning Report.
exceed:
a) for Noosa Junction 1.9:1
excluding Lot 54 RP139776
(Noosa Fair), where the plot
ratio is not greater than:
i) 0.8:1 for the first 2,000m²
of site area; plus
ii) 0.3:1 for the balance of
the site area in excess of
2,000m²;
b) for the Noosa Business
Centre:
i) Showroom precinct 0.8:1
ii) Business park precinct
0.8:1
iii) Retail precinct 0.5:1;
iv) Village mixed use
precinct 1.9: 1;
v) High density residential
precinct:
A) 0.65:1 for sites up to
and including
7,000m²; or
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B) 0.6:1 for sites over
7,000m²; or
C) where development
provides a ratio of at
least three small
dwellings to every
one other dwelling,
does not exceed:
(1) 0.75:1 for sites
up to and
including
7,000m2; or
(2) 0.7:1 for sites
over 7,000m2.
Setbacks AO19.1 Complies with PO19.
PO19 Buildings and structures comply The development achieves
with the following minimum compliance with the provisions of
Buildings and other structures
boundary setbacks: the Acceptable Outcome, other
are appropriately designed and
than a minor reduction of 0.5m
sited to: Frontage-
(maximum) to the front boundary
a) provide for users of the a) Noosa Junction: setback for the third storey of
premises as well as preserve Building A. It is noted that this
i) Where shown as having applies to only two (2)
the visual and acoustic
primary active street apartments, whereby the balcony
amenity of adjoining and
frontage in Figure 7.2.5.4 encroaches approximately 0.5m
nearby properties;
(Noosa Junction into the setback prescribed in the
b) provide adequate distance Framework and Acceptable Outcome. Please
from adjoining land uses; Character Plan) no refer to Section 8.4 of the Town
setback required for the Planning Report for further
c) allow space for required
ground floor, second details.
vehicle parking;
storey and third storey
d) preserve any existing provided the third storey
vegetation that will buffer the has an open balcony to
proposed building; any street frontage with a
minimum width of 2.5
e) allow for landscaping to be metres, otherwise a
provided between buildings; setback of 2 metres for
f) maintain the visual continuity the third storey;
and pattern of buildings and ii) notwithstanding the
landscape elements within above, the minimum
the street; and setback for the following
g) avoid large areas of properties at Lots
continuous wall planes by 188,189, 195, 196, 197
and 198 RP88772, Lot 2
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varying the building setbacks RP168311, Lot 2
and using appropriate RP168282 and Lot 1
techniques to provide visual RP173872 fronting
relief. Sunshine Beach Road is
5.5 metres;
iii) if fronting a road and not
referred to above and not
shown as having primary
active street frontage in
Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
Junction Framework and
Character Plan), 3
metres for the ground
floor and second storey
and 5 metres for the third
storey; and
iv) for paragraphs (ii) and
(iii) above the setback
area can contain open
awnings and unenclosed
outdoor dining areas.
b) Noosa Business Centre – 4
metres for the ground and
second storey and 8 metres
for the third storey, where
permissible, except if located
in the Noosa Business
Centre where:
i) If Village mixed use
precinct and in the main
street and shown as
having primary active
street frontage in Figure
7.2.4.5 (Framework and
Character Plan- Noosa
Business Centre) where
no setback is required for
the ground floor and
second storey and third
storey provided the third
storey has an open
balcony to any street
frontage with a minimum
width of 2.5 metres,
otherwise a setback of 2
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metres for the third
storey; or
ii) If High density residential
precinct buildings and
structures meet the
following minimum
boundary setbacks:
A) for frontages-first
and second
storeys— 6 metres,
and thereafter 8
metres;
B) Side boundaries 1.5
metre setback up to
4.5 metres height; 2
metres setback
between 4.5 metres
and 7.5 metres
height; and 2 metres
plus 500 millimetres
for every 3 metres
above 7.5 metres
height or part
thereof; and
C) Rear boundary-first
and second storeys;
6 metres, third storey
- 6 metres - if has an
open balcony with a
minimum width of 2.5
metres, otherwise 8
meters.
Editor's Note— For properties mentioned
in section (a)(ii) above, the minimum
setback can be considered as part of a
separate urban design and planning
study endorsed by Council, to review land
use, built form and streetscape outcomes
for these properties.
Other boundaries- 3 metres from
boundaries that adjoin land in a
residential zone or Environmental
Management and Conservation
Zone, otherwise 0.0 metres.
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AO19.2 Childcare centres
All buildings, structures and
outdoor play areas are set back
at least 3 metres from all site
boundaries adjoining a
residential activity or land
included in a residential zone.
Editor's Note— If there is a conflict
between minimum boundary setbacks,
the greater setback prevails.
Building Design and Streetscape
PO20 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO20.
Development has design The proposal provides an
elements and materials that architectural design that is
reflect the local streetscape commensurate with the character
character of the area. and style of development in
Noosa, and the local area.
PO21 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO21.
Development creates attractive The design provides a functional,
and functional buildings, streets yet attractive built form outcome,
and places. providing a positive streetscape
contribution.
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Streetscape treatments are Streetscape treatments including
provided to enhance the street trees and footpaths will be
character and amenity of the delivered as part of the ROL
street. Development Permit (Consent
Order 765 of 2020).
PO23 AO23.1 Complies with AO23.1.
Buildings and other structures Buildings incorporate horizontal The building incorporate
present a high level of and vertical articulation. horizontal and vertical articulation
architectural merit with building into the built form.
elements and forms that:
AO23.2 Complies with AO23.2.
a) are consistent with the bulk
and scale of buildings on Elevations are no longer than 15 The proposal includes substantial
adjoining and nearby land; metres without articulation of at articulation across all facades
least 0.75 metres and present with changes in projection,
changes in textures and textures and materials.
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b) break down the facade into materials to break up building
finer scaled components; facades.
c) provide strong visual AO23.3 Complies with AO23.3.
relationships to the
landscape, natural features Frontages to public streets or The building facades that are
and recreation areas in the semi-public spaces are visible from Hoffmann Drive are
vicinity; articulated with vertical elements articulated with finer-grained
to emphasise a finer-grained vertical elements.
d) create a pedestrian scale building frontage.
with visual interest;
AO23.4 Complies with AO23.4.
e) present subtle changes in
colours, textures and Buildings incorporate: The building design incorporates
materials to break up the an array of variations in plan
a) variations in plan shape,
building facades; shape, treatments in the
such as steps, recesses,
patterning of windows and
f) integrate signage with the projections or splays:
shading, addition of balconies
building design; and courtyards, as well as
b) variations in the vertical
g) integrate landscaping into the profile, with steps or slopes landscaping both elevated and at
building design and car at different level; ground level.
parking areas;
c) variations in the treatment
h) are well articulated with and patterning of windows,
strong horizontal and vertical sun protection and shading
design elements providing an devices, or other elements of
interesting streetscape; and a façade treatment at a finer
scale than the overall
i) complement landform
building structure;
changes and landscape
features, stepping down d) balconies, verandahs or
sloping sites and minimising terraces; and
cut or fill.
e) planting, particularly on
terraces, and low-level roof
decks or incorporate other
landscape elements such as
green walls.
AO23.5 Complies with AO23.5.
For multi-site developments The built form has been broken
buildings maintain the into three (3) separate buildings,
appearance of smaller buildings with the addition of fine grained
or varied frontages and reflect details to maintain the
the fine grained character of the appearance of smaller buildings.
existing built form.
AO23.6 Not Applicable.
Any large scale buildings within
the Village Mixed Use Precinct
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are to be sleeved with active The site is situated in the High
shopfronts at street level where density residential precinct.
possible and include landscaping
or design features at upper levels
where visible from public spaces.
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO24.
Buildings and other structures The development provides a
present a high quality high-quality, positive contribution
streetscape with design elements to the streetscape with design
and building forms that: elements and forms that clearly
define the public and private
a) define the street and public
realms, provide a consistent
spaces;
building alignment fronting
b) provide a consistent building Hofmann Drive and Covenant J
alignment fronting the street and creates pedestrian scale and
and public spaces; provides visual interest at ground
levels.
c) contribute to the streetscape
activity and vibrancy of the
centre;
d) create pedestrian scale and
visual interest;
e) contribute to their setting,
including the skyline; and
f) provide areas for outdoor
dining and meeting
opportunities on the ground
level.
PO25 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Buildings on corner sites define The development area (lots 17-
the street intersection and 19) is not a corner site.
include interesting or decorative
features and design elements.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-7A
PO26 AO26 Complies with AO26.
Development addresses the Development: The development includes an
street and makes a positive array of architectural and
a) is designed and sited to
contribution to the visual amenity landscaping features that provide
activate and provide a
and activation of the street during visual engagement with the
positive contribution to the
normal daytime trading hours. street, such as through the
streetscape during
daytime trading hours by
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incorporating architectural, orientation of balconies toward
landscape and furniture Hofmann Drive.
treatments which engage
with the street;
b) includes ground level
building facades that
avoid blank walls and
security shutters and
maintain a shopfront
presence to the street.
PO27 AO27 Not Applicable.
Uses on the ground floor are Ground floor buildings provide a The development does not
predominantly Business activities minimum of 50% transparent include non-residential uses at
or Community activities glazing to shop fronts to create ground level.
accessible to the general public, active building fronts.
including but not limited to shops,
restaurants, cafes, medical
centres, banks, post office,
accountants or real estate
agencies.
PO28 AO28 Not Applicable.
A mix of uses including outdoor Buildings address the street with The development does not
sitting and dining areas are main entrances fronting the include non-residential uses at
incorporated in the design to street or outdoor squares or open ground level.
activate key street frontages and plazas or laneways that
laneways. constitute the focal point of the
centre, rather than to internal
spaces or parking areas.
Editor's note—refer to figure 6.4.4.4,
figure AP3-8A and figure AP3-12A for
design outcomes.
PO29 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
A consistent paving pattern, The development does not
material and design is to be include outdoor public space.
adopted for outdoor public areas.
PO30 AO30
Street awnings in Major centres Street awnings:
are designed and located to:
a) are provided along the full
a) provide continuous weather frontage of the building and
protection to pedestrians; cover the footpath where no
other weather protection is
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b) maintain the continuity and provided for pedestrians as
style of adjacent awnings, part of the building design;
especially in relation to
b) are set back a minimum of 1
height, scale, form and
metre from the kerb and
materials;
where include timber posts,
c) contribute to an attractive the posts are set back not
streetscape environment; less than 1 metre from the
kerb;
d) promote an active building
front by encouraging c) are waterproof;
pedestrian use of the street;
d) conform with the height, form
e) provide a feeling of enclosure and materials of awnings on
and human scale for adjoining properties which
pedestrians so as to share the same frontage;
contribute to the “sense of
e) where falling towards the
place”; and
street, are no less than 2.5
f) have an adequate clearance metres at their lowest point
distance from the kerb to or where cantilevered, are no
prevent obstruction. less than 2.7 metres at their
lowest point;
f) use an awning slope of within
15 degrees of adjacent
awnings;
g) are no more than 500
millimetres higher or lower
than adjacent awnings that
are less than 2 metres away;
and
h) do not exceed 3 metres in
height.
Editor's note—refer to figure 6.4.2.5 for
design outcomes for awnings.
Mechanical plant, equipment AO31.1 Complies with AO31.1.
and storage
Mechanical plant, equipment and Appropriate conditions can be
PO31 storage areas, including vents included within an approval
and exhausts, are not visible package to ensure that all
Mechanical plant and equipment
from any street or public space. mechanical plant will not be
(including air conditioning
visible from a street or public
equipment) and storage areas
space.
are designed and located to:
AO31.2 Complies with AO31.2.
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avoid adverse visual impacts Mechanical plant, equipment and Appropriate conditions can be
when viewed from the street and storage areas are: included within an approval
adjoining properties; and package to ensure that all
located more than 2 metres from
mechanical plant adheres to the
visually integrate with the any property boundary;
requirements of AO31.2. The
building design.
where located at ground level, specific details of mechanical
screened by fencing 1.5 metres plant will be determined at
in height or dense vegetation of detailed design phase.
at least 1.5 metres in width
incorporating grouped trees and
shrubs with a maximum
separation distance of 1 metre
measured from the centre of the
tree or shrub;
a) re visually integrated into the
line and plane of the building
and roof design and do not
project beyond the height or
width of the building when
viewed from the street and
adjoining properties;
b) fully enclosed or screened
where above ground level
such that they are not visible
from the street frontages nor
adjoining premises; and
c) are acoustically screened
from any adjoining sensitive
land use.
Landscaping
PO32 For Noosa Junction- Not Applicable.
Landscaped areas are provided AO32.1 The site is situated in the Noosa
to: Business Centre.
The minimum area required for
a) reduce the impervious area providing landscaping is 10% of
and enhance the visual the site area with a minimum
amenity and natural dimension of 2 metres.
landscape character of the
setting, streetscape and local For Noosa Junction- Not Applicable.
area; AO32.2 The site is situated in the Noosa
b) retain existing native Business Centre.
The minimum average width of
vegetation and enhance landscaping along a street
frontage is 2 metres with the
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buffer areas around property exception of streets where shown
boundaries; as having primary active street
frontage in Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
c) suit the relative size and
Junction Framework and
nature of the development
Character Plan) where no
and its setting;
frontage landscaping is required
d) reduce the visual impact of excluding street trees.
large or bulky structures and
For Noosa Business Centre- Not Applicable.
fencing along watercourses;
AO32.3 The development area does not
e) screen car parking, loading
adjoin Eenie Creek Road or
and service areas of Dense vegetated screening is
Walter Hay Drive.
developments; and provided between the
development and Eenie Creek
f) contribute to pedestrian
Road and Walter Hay Drive.
wayfinding and comfort
through shade.
AO32.4 Complies with AO32.4.
Development where possible The development seeks to retain
retains and incorporates existing as much of the existing
vegetation. vegetation along the rear
boundary as practicable.
AO32.5 Complies with AO32.5.
The minimum area required for The development provides
providing landscaping excluding substantial landscaping on the
High Density Residential Precinct site, equating to 56.23% of the
is 15% of the site area with a total development site area. The
minimum dimension of 2 metres. landscaping areas have a
minimum dimension of 2m.
AO32.6 Not Applicable.
Landscaping excluding High The site is situated in the High
Density Residential Precinct, is density residential precinct.
provided on sites in accordance
with the following:
a) an average width of:
i) 4 metres measured from
a frontage to the internal
circulation road, except
for a main street frontage
where identified as
having a primary active
frontage on Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and
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Character Plan) where it
is 0 metres; and
ii) 2 metres measured from
a frontage to any other
road; and
b) shade trees are provided in
car parks;
c) a landscaped area is
provided between the centre
activity, associated car
parking and any adjacent
residential activity or
residential zone which:
i) has a minimum width of
3 metres and is not used
for storage or
mechanical plant;
ii) is planted with a variety
of screening trees and
shrubs; and
iii) incorporates a minimum
1.8-metre-high solid
screen fence with
acoustic attenuation
where required.
AO32.7 Not Applicable.
For showroom, garden centre, The development proposes a
hardware and trade supply uses residential land use.
the following side and rear
boundary setbacks apply:
a) standard 2 metres width; or
b) 5 metres width along all
boundaries that adjoin land in
a residential zone.
PO33 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO33.
Landscape and streetscape The landscape design provides
treatments are consistent with an outcome that will enhance the
the existing streetscape amenity and character of the
character, enhance the amenity Hofmann Drive streetscape,
and contributes positively to the providing a positive contribution
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major centre, particularly along to the Noosa Business Centre
the major road network. more broadly.
PO34 AO34 Not Applicable.
Landscaping within road Landscaping: Landscaping with the road
reserves: reserve (i.e. street trees) will be
a) is set back a minimum of 500
provided as part of the ROL
a) enhances the streetscape millimetres from the back of
Development Permit (Consent
quality and natural landscape the kerb;
Order 765 of 2020).
character of the area; and
b) ensures landscaping and
b) maintains the functionality of paving styles are consistent
the road reserve for vehicles with any Council endorsed
and pedestrians. streetscape theme; and
c) incorporates a minimum
pedestrian pathway width of
3 metres provided along the
frontage, clear of any planted
area or outdoor business
area.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-5A
PO35 AO35.1 Complies with AO35.1.
Landscape treatments soften and Entries, outdoor spaces and Entries and outdoor spaces are
improve the visual appearance of outdoor dining areas are treated treated with an array of
the building, outdoor spaces and with hard and soft landscaping complementary hard and soft
service areas. features. landscaping features.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-8A for
design outcomes for landscaping outdoor
dining areas.
AO35.2 Complies with AO35.2.
Landscaping may be used to Landscaping is used as a
conceal mechanical plant measure to assist with screening
equipment, loading bays, storage the refuse loading bay and visitor
and service areas. car parking area, positioned at
the front of Building C.
Mixed Use Development
PO36 AO36 Not Applicable.
Where residential development is Development provides for one or The proposal does not provide a
proposed it is provided for in more of the following residential mixed use development.
mixed use buildings with small activities, in the form of small
dwellings, where such activities dwellings only and
are ancillary to and support the
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predominant business functions accommodated in a mixed-use
of the zone. building format:
a) one caretaker’s
accommodation unit;
b) dwelling unit (e.g. shop top
housing);
c) dual occupancies;
d) multiple dwellings.
PO37 AO37.1 Not Applicable.
Residential uses within the Any residential activities are The proposal does not provide a
centre do not interrupt the located above or behind ground mixed use development.
continuity of the streetscape or storey business or community
the active, pedestrian focus of activities.
the street frontage.
AO37.2 Not Applicable.
Where visitor accommodation The proposal does not provide a
incorporates business uses such mixed use development.
as a restaurant, function room or
tour booking service such
facilities are located at the front
of the ground floor so as to
reinforce the interactive
streetscape.
PO38 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Residential uses: The proposal does not provide a
mixed use development.
a) have separate identifiable,
well lit and safe pedestrian
access to building entries
and dwellings; and
b) clearly identify private
residential space by using
features such as low walls,
changes in surface texture or
other landscape treatments.
PO39 AO39.1 Not Applicable.
Dwellings are designed to The proposal does not provide a
incorporate suitable noise mixed use development.
attenuation and privacy
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Mixed-use buildings are measures to reduce amenity
designed and operated to impacts from business uses.
ensure:
AO39.2 Not Applicable.
a) business uses manage
potential impact on residents, The residential component of the The proposal does not provide a
including impacts associated development provides for: mixed use development.
with: a) separate identifiable
i) visual and acoustic residential entries from
privacy; entrances for other building
uses;
ii) safety and security; and
b) clearly defined and safe
iii) lighting. pedestrian access to dwelling
units and accommodation
b) residential uses do not limit
units that are appropriately
the business opportunities of
lit, visible to others and
the site.
directly accessible to units
from areas likely to be used
at night; and
c) security measures such that
building users do not have
access to areas that are
intended for the exclusive
use or residents of, and
visitors to, residential
accommodation;
d) windows, balconies, terraces
of each dwelling are
screened up to a minimum
height of 1.7 metres from the
finished floor level where
overlooking a habitable room
or private open space of
another dwelling within 9
metres; and
e) screening may incorporate
solid translucent screens,
shutters, perforated panels or
trellises which have a
maximum of 50% openings.
Editor's Note—refer to figure AP3-1B and
figure AP3-1C for design outcomes for
overlooking.
AO39.3 Not Applicable.
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Dwellings provide: The proposal does not provide a
mixed use development.
a) clearly identify private
residential space by using
features such as low walls,
changes in surface texture or
other landscape treatments;
and
b) private open space or an
open balcony directly
accessible from a habitable
room with:
c) a minimum area of 9m²,
d) a minimum dimension of 2.5
metres; and
e) is clear of any utilities such
as gas, water tanks and air
conditioning units.
Safety and Amenity
PO40 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Where adjoining land in a The development area does not
residential zone or High Density adjoin land in a residential zone
Residential Precinct, or the High density residential
development ensures that the precinct.
siting, design and hours of
operation do not unreasonably
impact on the amenity enjoyed
by users of adjoining or nearby
premises.
Overlooking AO41 Complies with AO41.
PO41 Development is designed and The development is designed to
arranged to avoid overlooking by avoid, and minimise the potential
Development provides
siting windows and outdoor for overlooking through strategic
reasonable privacy, amenity and
areas, (including balconies and placement of windows, balconies
use of indoor and outdoor living
terraces) to not look into and courtyards, as well as the
areas to surrounding residential
residential dwellings and may addition of screening.
uses.
incorporate screening over
building openings.
PO42 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO42.
Development creates a safe The development includes crime
environment by incorporating key prevention through environment
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elements of crime prevention design measures where
through environmental design in practicable, including orientating
its layout considering: balconies toward the street to
provide casual surveillance
a) casual surveillance and sight
opportunities and minimising
lines;
entrapment locations.
b) exterior building design that
promotes safety;
c) lighting;
d) signage and wayfinding;
e) minimising entrapment
locations; and
f) building entrances, loading
and storage areas that are
well lit and lockable after
hours.
PO43 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Walkways, carparks and publicly The development does not
accessible facilities, including include any publicly accessible
toilets, and bicycle racks are spaces or facilities.
located and designed to allow
casual surveillance by other
persons.
PO44 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Pathways allow clear sightlines in The development does not
all directions. include any publicly accessible
spaces or facilities.
PO45 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Adequate lighting is provided to The development does not
building entrances, carparks and include any publicly accessible
pedestrian routes. spaces or facilities.
Editor’s note—Applicants may find useful
guidance to the Queensland
Government’s Crime Prevention through
Environmental Design Guidelines for
Queensland.
PO46 AO46 Complies with AO46.
All premises and access routes All premises are identified by the Letterboxes for the units are
are clearly identifiable to all provision of the street number in proposed in a communal location
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persons, particularly emergency a prominent location, preferably in a prominent location at the
services personnel. near the site entry, (i.e. on the entrance of the site, behind the
kerb or letterbox or by signage visitor parking spaces.
on the building or site).
PO47 AO47.1 Complies with AO47.1
Building entries are visible and The number of entrances and The development provides clear,
easily identifiable. exits are limited and main and well-defined pedestrian
building entrances/exits are pathways through the site from
located at the front of the site in the main entrance.
view of the street. Where this is
not possible, due to site or
existing building constraints, a
well-defined path is provided to
the entrance/exit.
AO47.2 Not Applicable.
All entrances/exits to buildings, The development does not
are well lit and signed, and include any non-residential land
signage includes hours of uses.
operation.
AO47.3 Not Applicable.
Entrances/exits are located to The development does not
provide a direct link to driveways include any non-residential land
and car parking areas. uses that require direct links to
car parking areas from building
entrances.
AO47.4 Not Applicable.
Recessed doorways are avoided The development does not
where the recess is of sufficient include recessed doorways.
size to conceal a person. Where
recessed doorways are
unavoidable, the following
measures are used to enhance
safety—
a) good lighting;
b) strategically placed mirrors;
c) angled approaches; or
d) gates which restrict access.
Vandalism AO48 Complies with AO48.
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PO48 Buildings or structures that are The development has been
visible from and accessible from designed to minimise
Buildings and structures are
a public street or laneway— opportunities of vandalism where
designed to minimise
possible, including the addition of
opportunities for vandalism. a) avoid the use of solid fences
landscaping to obstruct access to
and blank walls which attract
fences and buildings and by
graffiti. Where solid blank
orientating balconies and
surfaces are unavoidable,
courtyards to the street to
measures in the form of
maintain casual surveillance.
landscaping, creepers,
murals, vandal resistant
paint, etc. are used;
b) with windows at ground level
use measures that deter
break and enters without
obscuring views to
shopfronts; and
c) are constructed to be vandal
and graffiti proof.
Lighting AO49.1 Not Applicable.
PO49 Lighting of appropriate intensities The development does not
is provided which satisfies the include any publicly areas.
Lighting of appropriate intensities
requirements of Australian
is provided to maximise safety.
Standard AS1158: Public
Lighting Code unless otherwise
specified in this Code.
AO49.2 Complies with AO49.2.
External lighting of a graduated Appropriate conditions can be
intensity is provided which starts included to ensure that any
at a lower level of brightness at lighting proposed within the
the perimeter of the site and rises complex, such as in the
to a higher level at the entrance communal recreation area or
to buildings or at the centre of the visitor parking area adheres to
site. the requirements of AO49.2.
AO49.3 Complies with AO49.3.
Lighting is directed onto the site Appropriate conditions can be
and away from neighbouring included to ensure that any
properties. lighting proposed within the
complex, such as in the
communal recreation area or
visitor parking area adheres to
the requirements of AO49.3.
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AO49.4 Not Applicable.
In public and publicly accessible The development does not
areas: provide areas or public access.
a) lighting is vandal-resistant;
and
b) development incorporates
solar lighting where possible.
AO49.5 Not Applicable.
Loading and storage areas are The development is for a
well lit or can be locked after residential land use, with refuse
hours. areas located at the front of
Building C and in the basement.
Refuse collection is envisaged to
occur during daytime hours only
and accordingly it is not
necessary to have this area well
lit. Refuse will stored in a
secured bin room.
Vehicle loading and waste AO50 Complies with PO50.
PO50 Vehicle loading/unloading, waste The refuse collection area is
storage/collection and external located at the front of Building C
Vehicle loading / unloading and
storage areas are enclosed on the ground floor and in the
waste storage and collection
within a service yard or courtyard basement. The area in front of
areas do not significantly impact
and located to the rear or under Building C is screened from view
on the visual or acoustic amenity
the building and not located from the street through the
of the area or sensitive land
along any frontage to a public inclusion of landscaping along
uses.
street or space. the frontage of the site. Refuse
collection is not anticipated to
generate adverse noise impacts
onto surrounding developments,
given that the collection times
would align with that of other
residential developments
surrounding the site.
Earthworks and Drainage
PO51 AO51 Complies with AO51.
Filling and excavation does not Filling and excavation works are Filling and excavation will be
directly, indirectly or cumulatively designed and constructed to designed and constructed to
cause adverse impacts external ensure overland flow and/or ensure that overland flow and/or
to the development site by— flooding is not worsened, flooding is not worsened or
impeded, or otherwise diverted to otherwise diverted to adversely
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a) causing ponding of water on adversely affect other properties affect upstream or downstream
the site or nearby land; or downstream environments. environments.
b) causing erosion or the
transport of sediment off the
site;
c) increasing flooding, which
adversely affects the safety
or use of any land upstream
and downstream;
d) or adversely affecting the
flow of water in any overland
flow path.
Car Parking and Access
PO52 AO52.1 Complies with AO52.1.
Pedestrian safety and Car parking is not located The proposed at-grade visitor
convenience is not threatened or forward of the front building line parking is not located forward of
reduced by additional vehicular or front building setback and is the front building line and front
driveways. screened from view from the setback. Further, the provision of
street and does not to dominate a 6 metre wide landscaping strip
the streetscape. along the frontage of the site will
ensure that the visitor parking will
not dominate the streetscape.
AO52.2 Complies with AO52.2.
Provision is made for shared The development includes a
driveways to minimise the single consolidated driveway for
number of driveways interrupting both private and service vehicle
the flow of pedestrians along the access.
footpath.
Editor's Note—refer to figure
AP3-11A and figure AP3-11B for
design outcomes for car parking.
Basements AO53.1 Complies with PO53.
PO53 For residential development The development provides a
basements: single crossover with a width 6.2
Basement design:
metres, which is required to
a) are limited to one access a
a) does not dominate the street accommodate the servicing and
maximum of 6 metres wide;
or building design; refuse vehicles that will access
and
the development. The basement
b) visually integrates with the levels do not encroach into the
b) do not encroach into building
building; building setback area, is visually
setback areas.
integrated with the building and
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c) is screened through will not present as a storey to the
landscaping; and street. A landscaping strip of
approximately 6 metres in width
d) does not present as a storey
is provided along Hofmann Drive
to the street.
to soften and partially screen
lower levels of the built form.
AO53.2 Not Applicable.
For non residential development The proposed development is for
basements: a residential use.
a) are limited to one access a
maximum width compliant
with the relevant Australian
Standards; and
b) do not encroach into building
setback areas.
Editor's Note—refer to figure 6.9.2
PO54 AO54 Not Applicable.
Car parking including multi-deck Car parking is sleeved with active The development does not
car parking is located and shopfronts at street level where include non-residential land uses.
designed so that it is effectively possible and includes
screened to street frontages at landscaping or design features at
ground level with upper floors to upper levels where visible from
be landscaped or designed to public spaces.
have a good amenity when
viewed from public spaces within
and surrounding the centre.
Access to the Noosa Business AO55 Complies with AO55.
Centre
There are no additional access The development does not
PO55 points to Eenie Creek Road and propose additional access points
Walter Hay Drive. to Eenie Creek Road or Walter
Access to the Noosa business
Hay Drive.
centre is via the existing access
points in Eenie Creek Road and
Walter Hay Drive and Rene
Street.
PO56 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO56.
Development within the Noosa The ROL Development Permit
Business Centre site is of a scale (Consent Order 765 of 2020)
and intensity to operate without requires several road and
the need for traffic lights. intersection upgrades within the
immediate vicinity of the subject
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site. These upgrades consider
the future development
contemplated on each lot within
the Noosa Business Centre. No
further works are required as part
of the proposed development.
New Access to Noosa Junction AO57 Not Applicable.
PO57 Development provides a new The site is located in the Noosa
road linking Noosa Drive near Business Centre.
Development of the former bowls
Pinnaroo Park and Lanyana Way
club site provides a new
and with an access to Council’s
opportunity for improved access
car park, in the first stage.
and connectivity through the site
to Lanyana Way.
Pedestrian and Cycling Connectivity
PO58 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Convenient and legible Pedestrian connections to the
connections are provided for site are provided as part of the
pedestrians and cyclists to the ROL Development Permit
site, particularly having regard to (Consent Order 765 of 2020).
linkages with existing and
proposed public transport
infrastructure, the open space
network, other centres and
community-related spaces.
PO59 AO59.1 Not Applicable.
Public or semi-public spaces are Public and semi-public spaces Pedestrian connections to the
integrated into the centre's key are located to ensure pedestrian site are provided as part of the
pedestrian and cycle networks movement flows through the site ROL Development Permit
and are designed to provide for and connects with the centres (Consent Order 765 of 2020).
and create a safe environment key pedestrian and cycle
and legible wayfinding. networks including where
identified in Figure 7.2.4.5
(Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character Plan)
and Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa
Junction Framework and
Character Plan).
AO59.2 Not Applicable.
Pedestrian arcades, laneways or The development does not
enclosed thoroughfares are a provide an arcade, laneway or
minimum of 6 metres wide, enclosed thoroughfare.
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provide a direct line of sight to a
major pedestrian destination
(major tenancy, car park, public
place, etc.), and are not dead
ends, narrow or circuitous.
PO60 AO60 Not Applicable.
Pedestrian and bicycle links are Pedestrian and cycle networks The development does not need
constructed throughout the are provided including where to provide pedestrian and cycle
centre with appropriate external identified indicatively on Figure connections / networks as
connections provided. 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre illustrated on Figure 7.2.4.5
Framework and Character Plan) (Noosa Business Centre
and Figure 7.2.5.4 (Noosa Framework and Character Plan).
Junction Framework and
Character Plan).
PO61 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Pedestrian and bicycle The development does not need
movements between key nodes to provide pedestrian and cycle
within the Noosa Business connections / networks as
Centre site are designated to illustrated on Figure 7.2.4.5
minimise the need to cross over (Noosa Business Centre
roads and where road crossing is Framework and Character Plan).
necessary, central refuges are
provided.
Environment and Heritage
PO62 AO62.1 Complies with AO62.1
Development— Development does not result in The development will not result in
sediment or other material any sediment or other materials
a) does not lead to erosion or
including building materials or being deposited into surrounding
the transport of sediments off
waste products being deposited land.
site;
or released into the road reserve,
b) does not lead to the stormwater drain or adjacent
disturbance of natural properties.
features or buildings or
AO62.2 Not Applicable.
structures;
Development on a site adjoining The development area does not
c) does not lead to the
a local heritage place respects adjoin a local heritage place.
disturbance of natural
the cultural heritage significance
features, buildings or
of the place by mitigating any
structures of cultural heritage
adverse impacts on the setting or
significance.
integrity of the heritage values.
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Editor's note—Local heritage places are
identified on the Heritage and Character
Area Overlay Map in schedule 2.
PO63 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO63.
Development is conducted in an The development is for a
environmentally responsible residential land use and is
manner, operating without therefore expected to be meet
deleterious impacts on the requirements of PO63.
immediate, surrounding or
downstream communities,
environments or environmental
processes.
Infrastructure
PO64 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO64.
Development is supported by The development area will be
adequate infrastructure and connected to all necessary urban
urban services including infrastructure.
reticulated water, sewerage,
stormwater drainage, sealed
roads, pathways and electricity
and telecommunication
infrastructure.
PO65 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO65.
Development does not adversely The development will not
impact on the continued adversely impact on the
operation, viability and continued operation, viability and
maintenance of existing maintenance of existing
infrastructure or compromise the infrastructure within the Noosa
future provision of planned Business Centre, nor will it
infrastructure. compromise the future provision
of planning infrastructure and
upgrades.
Additional Provisions for the Noosa Business Centre Precincts
Showroom Precinct
PO66 No acceptable outcome Not Applicable.
provided.
Within the Showroom precinct The development is not situated
development provides for large in the Showroom precinct.
format showroom premises with
a combined maximum total gross
floor area for retail uses of :
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a) 7,700m2 for Lot 3 SP246584;
and
b) 3,500m2 combined for Lot 4
SP246584 and Lot 1
SP222983.
Business Park Precinct
PO67 AO67 Not Applicable.
Development provides for Development is to be generally The development is not situated
integrated commercial and consistent with Figure 7.2.4.5- in the Business park precinct.
professional office floor space (Noosa Business Centre
offering a wide range of office- Framework and Character Plan).
based uses and employment
opportunities.
PO68 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Development on key gateway The development is not situated
sites exhibits the highest in the Business park precinct.
standard of design.
Food and Drink Outlet AO69 Not Applicable.
PO69 Food and drink outlets have a The development is not situated
gross floor area no greater than in the Business park precinct.
Food and drink outlets occur only
10% of the total gross floor area
when ancillary to and associated
of the site.
with a bonafide office use on site
and are limited in scale and size.
Retail Precinct
PO70 AO70 Not Applicable.
Development provides the retail Shops, shopping centre, service The development is not situated
core of the Noosa Business industry and food and drink in the Retail precinct.
Centre and shops, shopping outlets do not exceed a
centre, service industry and food combined gross floor area of
and drink outlets do not exceed a 24,500m² within the Retail
combined gross floor area of precinct.
24,500m² within the Retail
precinct.
Village Mixed Use Precinct
PO71 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
The Village Mixed use precinct The development is not situated
develops as the core village in the Village mixed use precinct.
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centre with a notable main street
and civic space providing for—
a) retailing to serve local needs;
b) community congregation,
interaction, entertainment
and leisure;
c) activated street frontages
with a pedestrian focus;
d) convenient pedestrian and
bikeway links to adjacent
business and residential
activities;
e) a landscaped setting
incorporating existing trees
that reflects the village look
and feel associated with
Noosa.
Retail Uses AO72 Not Applicable.
PO72 A small format supermarket is The development is not situated
included in the retail mix of uses in the Village mixed use precinct.
The combined gross floor area of
with a gross floor area that does
all retail uses within the village
not exceed 2,500m².
mixed use precinct does not
exceed 7,500m² and does not
include a discount department
store or full-line supermarket.
Walkable Places No acceptable outcome Not Applicable.
provided.
PO73 The development is not situated
in the Village mixed use precinct
The precinct is developed with a
walkable network of streets and
public places that are well
connected, safe, attractive and
inclusive, and provide a platform
for diverse community
interactions and commercial
exchange.
High Density Residential Precinct
PO74 No acceptable outcome Complies with PO74.
provided.
Development provides for higher The development proposes
density multiple dwellings which multiple dwellings, at a scale that
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meets the needs of a diverse is commensurate with the High
range of current and future density residential precinct
resident populations including designation. The development
small households, older persons, proposes a mix of unit and
people on low incomes and bedroom types, to accommodate
people with special mobility a range of households, incomes
needs. and to accommodate those with
special or limited mobility.
PO75 AO75.1 Complies with AO75.1.
Development: Development provides visual The development provides visual
interest to the street and interest to the street and
a) addresses and enhances the
surrounding area through: surrounding area through clearly
streetscape by incorporating
identifying individual apartments
articulation and individual a) highlighting individual
through varied projections, as
design elements that add dwellings and land uses
well as differing materials,
visual interest to the through differing external
finishes and textures. In addition,
development; materials, finishes or
the development includes
textures;
b) has a form and architectural substantial landscaping provision
scale that does not dominate b) offsetting or staggering (equating to more than 50% of
the streetscape or dwellings to provide variation the development area), to soften,
surrounding properties; in the frontage; and and particularly screen the built
form.
c) does not detract from the c) varying the roof form.
visual amenity of adjoining
properties through access to AO75.2 Complies with AO75.2.
sunlight or overlooking; Buildings have the main entrance The main building entrances (to
d) takes the form of small easily recognisable from the Buildings A, B and C) are clearly
separate buildings, rather street and include design recognisable from the street
than large single bulky elements in the front façade such through the provision of a
development; and as verandahs, external stairs, pathway connecting to a ground
awning or shade structures and floor lobby, with identifiable
e) sits within a landscaped window openings. landscaped features.
setting.
AO75.3 Complies with AO75.3.
Buildings and structures are The development is designed to
designed to: include variations and projections
in the façade, ensuring that
a) have a maximum wall length
maximum wall lengths without
of 15 metres and external
variation do not exceed 15
walls incorporate at least one
metres. Landscaping treatments
design element (such as
are included within the design to
windows, pergolas, sun
soften the built form. No more
shading devices, balconies)
than six dwellings are attached in
to add visual interest and
any one plane.
amenity;
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b) allow for landscape
treatments to soften the
development; and
c) avoid more than six dwellings
attached in any one plane.
Garages and carports AO76.1 Complies with AO76.1.
PO76 Covered car parking spaces are The development does not
not located between the building include covered car parking
Garage doors and carports do
and the road frontage. spaces between the building and
not dominate the street or the
the road frontage.
building design.
AO76.2 Complies with AO76.2.
Garages and covered car parking The development includes a
are integrated with the line and basement parking level which
plain of the building does not extend beyond the line
and plain of the building.
AO76.3 Not Applicable.
Where multiple garages face the The development does not
street, they are separated by a include garages which face the
minimum of 2 metres or are street.
staggered in setback by a
minimum of 1 metre.
AO76.4 Not Applicable.
Garages that are visible from the The development does not
street, but do not face the street, include garages which are visible
include a landscaped setback to from the street.
the street and provide
articulation, windows or a mix of
materials to provide interest to
the garage facade.
Front Fences and Walls AO77.1 Not Applicable.
PO77 Front fences or walls are set The development does not
back an average of 1 metre and include a front boundary fence or
Front fences and walls are
are articulated to provide visual wall.
designed and sited to:
interest by stepping the design at
a) contribute to the a maximum of 5 metre intervals.
attractiveness of the
AO77.2 Not Applicable.
streetscape;
Where located on the boundary: The development does not
include a front boundary fence or
wall.
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b) be compatible with the the solid portion of front fences
existing streetscape and walls is no more than 1.2
character; metres high; or
c) avoid interference with the walls contain openings or
movement of surface materials that ensure it is 50%
stormwater; transparent and has a height not
exceeding 1.8 metres.
d) allow for casual surveillance
of the street; AO77.3 Not Applicable.
e) provide planting in front of Solid front fences and walls may The development does not
solid fences and walls; and be 1.8 metres in height if the include a front boundary fence or
property has frontage to an wall.
f) ensure plantings between the
arterial road or a distributor road.
front fence and the footpath
does not create an
AO77.4 Not Applicable.
impediment for pedestrians
using the footpath. The area of land between the The development does not
front fence and the boundary is include a front boundary fence or
landscaped to screen the fence wall.
from the street, however,
landscaping does not encroach
more than 500 millimetres into
the road reserve or within 1.5
metres of a sealed footpath.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-4A
Safety and Amenity AO78.1 Not Applicable.
PO78 Buildings and structures: The development area does not
adjoin any residential uses and
Development: a) are sited and orientated to
therefore will not impact on
minimise the likelihood of
a) provides a high level of amenity or privacy of existing or
overlooking the private open
residential amenity to users future residents.
space of adjacent residential
of the subject site; and
uses;
b) does not unreasonably
b) avoid reduction of sunlight to
impact on the amenity
at least 40% of the private
enjoyed by users of adjoining
open space areas of any
or nearby premises, including
adjoining residences to less
privacy and access to
than 2 hours between
sunlight.
9:00am and 3:00pm on any
Editor's note—Provisions for sill height, day of the year;
glazing, screening and window openings
c) incorporate fencing,
are to improve the residential amenity for
landscaping and screening to
occupants. Thermal performance
mitigate impacts on adjoining
requirements are contained in
residential uses.
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Sustainable Buildings. Energy efficiency Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1A and
requirements are contained in the figure AP3-2A
National Construction Code.
AO78.2 Complies with AO78.2.
Where adjoining non residential The development includes noise
uses, dwellings are designed to attenuation measures to reduce
incorporate suitable noise amenity impacts to future
attenuation measures to reduce residents, in the form of glazing
amenity impacts to occupants of and roof ceiling requirements.
residential uses.
AO78.3 Complies with PO78.
Transparent doors and windows Screening in the form of solid
are designed and located so they walls and aluminium screening
do not directly face transparent devices are included onto
doors or windows or the private balconies, as well as the use of
open space areas of other highlight windows, to minimise
dwellings or accommodation impacts on privacy. The
units within 10 metres; development is designed to
minimise the extent to which
apartments face each other, by
the strategic placement of
buildings around the perimeter of
the site, facing Hofmann Drive
and Covenant J.
AO78.4 Complies with PO78.
Where windows, balconies, Screening in the form of solid
terraces, verandas or decks walls and aluminium screening
overlook or have the potential to devices are included onto
overlook the private open space balconies, as well as the use of
of nearby properties or view into highlight windows, to minimise
habitable room windows within impacts on privacy. The
10 metres: development is designed to
minimise the extent to which
a) windows have a sill height of
apartments face each other, by
not less than 1.7 metres
the strategic placement of
above finished floor level;
buildings around the perimeter of
b) windows and other openings the site, facing Hofmann Drive
are permanently screened to and Covenant J.
a minimum height of 1.7
metres to avoid overlooking;
c) windows and doors use
translucent glazing to
obscure views; or
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d) windows or balconies are
offset by 45 degrees or more.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1C
AO78.5 Complies with AO78.5.
Planter boxes, screens, pergolas, The building design places
landscaping and architectural balconies above courtyards for
design of balconies are used to ground floor dwellings as a
screen the ground floor private screening measure, to minimise
open space of dwellings from overlooking opportunities.
separate upper-level dwellings.
AO78.6 Complies with AO78.6.
Permanently fixed external The design includes permanently
screening devices complement fixed screening devices that
the building's external materials complement and enhance the
and finishes and may incorporate character of the development,
solid translucent screens, including aluminium screens and
shutters, perforated panels or louvres, as well as planted trellis.
trellises which have a maximum
of 50% openings.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1B
PO79 AO79.1 Complies with AO79.1.
Development, including Communal outdoor recreational The communal recreation
mechanical plant, vehicle facilities including swimming facilities proposed are:
manoeuvring and communal pools, spas and sports courts
a) setback more than 12 metres
outdoor recreation uses: are:
from the boundary of land in a
a) do not have an adverse a) setback at least 12 metres residential zone (lots 17 – 19 do
effect on the amenity enjoyed from the boundary of land in not adjoin land in a residential
by users of adjacent or a residential zone and zone);
nearby premises through screened by a 5 metre wide
b) are located internally to the
emission of noise, light, buffer densely planted with
arrangement of the buildings on
fumes or smoke; trees and shrubs including
the site;
species from 1 metre to 8
b) do not cause unreasonable
metres in height; or c) appropriate conditions can be
disturbance to local fauna
included in an approval package
through light or smoke b) located internally to the
to ensure the pool area is not
emissions. arrangement of buildings on
used between the hours of
the site; and
9:00pm and 6:30am the following
c) not used between the hours day.
of 9:00pm and 6:30am the
following day
AO79.2 Not Applicable.
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For a lit sports court: The development does not
include a lit sports court.
a) the court is located at least
60 metres from the external
wall of an existing or
approved dwelling on
adjoining or nearby premises
(as measured from the
centre line of the court); and
b) the vertical illumination
resulting from direct,
reflected or other incidental
light emanating from the site
does not exceed 8 lux when
measured at any point 1.5
metres outside the boundary
and at any level from ground
level upward; and
c) any flood lighting is restricted
to the types that give no
upward component of light
where mounted horizontally
(i.e. a full cut off luminare)
AO79.3 Complies with AO79.3.
Mechanical plant is: Appropriate conditions can be
included within an approval
a) located at least 2 metres
package to ensure that all
from side or rear property
mechanical plant adheres to the
boundary;
requirements of AO79.3. The
b) where located at ground specific details of mechanical
level, screened by fencing plant will be determined at
1.5 metres in height or dense detailed design phase.
vegetation of at least 1.5
metres in width incorporating
grouped trees and shrubs
with maximum separation
distance of 1 metre
measured from the centre of
the plant;
c) where located above ground
level, enclosed or screened
such that it is not visible from
the street frontage nor
adjoining properties; and
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d) visually integrated into the
line and plane of the building
and roof design and does not
project beyond the height or
width of the building when
viewed from the street and
adjoining properties.
Editor’s Note— Mechanical plant includes
generators, motors, compressors and
pumps such as air-conditioning or pool
equipment.
AO79.4 Complies with AO79.4.
Waste storage areas, clothes Waste storage areas will be
drying areas and external screened from the street, as it is
storage areas are screened from enclosed within a refuse room on
the street. the ground floor of Building C
and in the basement. The
development does not include
external storage areas. With
regard to clothes drying, it is
anticipated that each apartment
will utilise the individual balconies
for clothes drying and can
include partial screening
measures from the apartments
fronting the street if required.
Housing Diversity and AO80 Complies with PO80.
Affordability
Development: The development provides a
PO80 range of different product types
a) makes provision for
in terms of unit sizes and number
Where there is development for affordable and social
of bedrooms to suit different
multiple dwellings, dwellings are housing;
households, lifestyle needs, as
provided to meet the needs of
b) provides social housing that well as accommodating residents
different households.
is distributed across the at different stages of their life-
development site; course. For further details please
refer to section 8.1 of the Town
c) provides 2 in every 10 Planning Report.
dwellings as affordable
housing;
d) provides 1 in every 10
dwellings as social housing.
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Editor’s Note -
Affordable housing is housing that is
appropriate to the needs of households
with low to moderate incomes, if the
members of the households will spend no
more than 30% of gross income on
housing costs.
Social housing is housing made
up of public and community
housing, that is owned and run
by the government or a not for
profit agency (as the provider) for
people on low incomes or with
special needs.
Landscaping AO81 Complies with AO81.
PO81 For the High Density Residential The development provides a 6
precinct, the front 6 metres of the metre landscaped strip along the
Development contributes to the
property is landscaped open property frontage in accordance
visual amenity and natural
space, provided that uncovered with AO81.
landscape character of the area
visitor parking, or swimming
and retains existing large trees
pools protruding no more than 1
where practicable.
metre above the ground level,
may be as close as 2 metres
from the front boundary.
Editor’s Note— Further
requirements for landscaping and
private open space are located in
9.3.3 Dual Occupancy and
Multiple Dwelling Code.
Development Between Precincts
PO82 No acceptable outcome Not Applicable.
provided.
Where development is located on The development area is only
sites immediately adjoining or located in the High density
within two different precincts: residential precinct (5E).
a) it is designed to appear as
part of an integrated
development site or respond
positively to adjoining
development, including the
continuation of any
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pedestrian or vehicle
connections between
precincts; and
b) the building design provides
for a gradual transition from
one precinct to the next.
Development adjacent to the Central Environment Management and Conservation Zone
PO83 No acceptable outcome Complies with PO83.
provided.
Development adjoining the The development area adjoins
central environmental the central environmental and
management and conservation conservation zoned corridor in
corridor located between the the Noosa Business Centre,
existing development and the which is situated to the east of
Business Park and Village Mixed the lots 17 – 19. The proposal
Use Precincts provides a high achieves a high level of amenity
level of amenity and design when and design quality when viewed
viewed from the adjoining key from surrounding vantage points.
pedestrian/cycle link and other The apartments have been
public spaces and provides for: designed to provide casual
surveillance opportunities by
a) activated frontages and
orientating balconies towards this
lighting to enhance passive
open space area. Figure 7.2.4.5
surveillance; and
(Noosa Business Centre
b) permeable connections Framework and Character Plan)
through the development to does not require the
key pedestrian and cycle development area to provide a
links generally consistent pedestrian or cycle link.
with Figure 7.2.4.5- (Noosa
Business Centre Framework
and Character Plan).
Staging of Development
PO84 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
The first stage of development in The development area, whilst
the Noosa Business Centre being in the High density
Village mixed use precinct, High residential precinct, is separated
density residential precinct or the from the central Village mixed-
Business park precinct (where use precinct by the central
immediately adjoining either the drainage corridor / open space
Village mixed use of High density (Covenant J). Key elements of
residential precincts) includes: PO84 are being delivered as part
of the ROL Development Permit
a) construction of the road link
(Consent Order 765 of 2020),
between Hofmann Drive and
including the road link between
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Walter Hay Drive and Hofmann Drive and Walter Hay
dedication of the road Drive, and the construction of the
reserve to Council; internal circulation road through
the Village mixed use precinct.
b) construction of the internal
Given the substantial
circulation road through the
infrastructure delivery occurring
Village mixed use precinct;
as part of the ROL, it is
c) the internal circulation road is considered that it is reasonable
designed to provide a main to defer some of the additional
street environment with works that are specific to the
proximity to the civic space; Village use precinct to a later
time when development is
d) the main street referred to in proposed on these specific land
(c) is designed in accordance parcels.
with the sections shown in
Figure 6.4.1.5 where Section
1A is provided where there is
a primary active frontage
identified on Figure 7.2.4.5
(Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character
Plan).
e) a pedestrian link between the
Noosa Civic shopping centre
building and the main street
area that passes through the
village green space;
f) development of the Village
mixed use precinct with small
floor plate retail including
shops and food and drink
outlets, with primary active
street frontage to the village
green space; and
g) the construction of a
minimum of 3,000m² of
commercial office floor
space, capable of use for
commercial or professional
offices, constructed in an
adjacent Business park
precinct or precincts.
Editor's Note: The development of the
Noosa Business Centre also includes the
creation of a landscaped village green
space with a minimum area of 3,000m2
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and a site for a future transit facility of
5,000m2 which are included in the
Recreation and Open Space zone code
and Community Facilities zone code
respectively.
Subsequent Stages No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable
PO85 Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noose Business
Centre Framework and
Any subsequent stage of
Character Plan) does not identify
development provides the
any pedestrian infrastructure
completion of the pedestrian
within the vicinity of the site.
network as shown on the Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character Plan).
Additional Provisions for the Noosa Junction Precinct
Hospitality
PO86 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Development provides The site is situated in the Noosa
entertainment, including live Business Centre.
entertainment, in premises such
as cafes, restaurants, bars,
nightclubs, cinemas and markets.
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Table 7.2.4.1 – Criteria for assessable development
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response
Development in the Noosaville Local Plan Area generally (All Zones)
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Not Applicable.
Development enhances the role Whilst the proposal does
of Noosaville as a major focus not specifically provide for
for visitor accommodation and visitor accommodation, the
services in Noosa Shire with development will not
high levels of accessibility to compromise the
outdoor recreational pursuits achievement of this
and urban services. performance outcome.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2.
Development contributes to the The proposed development
lifestyle and amenity of enhances the lifestyle of
permanent residents permanent residents within
of Noosaville, and services the Noosaville locality by
communities outside of the local providing generous
plan area. amounts of private and
communal open space to
residents of the
development whilst also
providing for housing
choice, diversity and
affordability within a key
activity centre of the Noosa
Shire.
PO3 AO3.1 Not Applicable.
Development contributes to the Development adjacent to a gateway, The proposed development
establishment of attractive special place or on land identified as is not located adjacent to a
streetscapes and gateways to a key corner on Figure 7.2.4.4 gateway, special place or
enhance the sense of entry and (Noosaville Framework and on land identified as a key
character of Noosaville and the Character plan) or Figure corner on Figure 7.2.4.5
coastal urban area. 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre (Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character plan): Framework and Character
Plan).
(a) incorporates architectural
and landscape treatments
which emphasise the corner
location as shown in Figure
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AP3-10A and Figure AP3-
10B; and
(b) incorporates building materi
als such as varied roof
forms, changes in materials
and variations in projected
and recessed elements and
facades.
AO3.2 Not Applicable.
Development adjacent to a primary The proposed development
streetscape treatment area is not located adjacent to a
on Figure 7.2.4.4 primary streetscape
(Noosaville Framework and treatment area as identified
Character on Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa
plan) and Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre
Business Centre Framework and Framework and Character
Character plan): Plan).
(a) provides streetscape
improvements which are
appropriate to the location,
setting and context of the
development, and
(b) complement existing or
proposed streetscape works
in the local area.
AO3.3 Not Applicable.
Development on Key Development The proposed development
Sites identified on Figure 7.2.4.4 is not located on a key
development site as
(Noosaville Framework and
identified on Figure 7.2.4.5
Character Plan) incorporates a high (Noosa Business Centre
standard of architectural design and Framework and Character
Plan).
landscape treatment consistent with
the streetscape character.
Editor’s Note— For further guidance and
context in interpreting the Framework and
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Character Plans please refer to PSP7 -
Framework and Character Plans.
PO4 AO4 Not Applicable.
The visual amenity and Development adjacent to the major The proposed development
character surrounding the major road network, particularly Eumundi does not adjoin a road
road network and entrance Noosa Road, Beckmans Road, mentioned in AO4.
roads, including Eumundi Eenie Creek Road, Walter Hay Notwithstanding, the
Noosa Road, Beckmans Road, Drive, Gympie Terrace, Noosa development incorporates
Eenie Creek Road, Walter Hay Parade and Weyba Road landscaping that
Drive, Gympie Terrace, Noosa incorporates landscaping that complements the local
Parade and Weyba Road is complements the natural species species, particularly
protected and enhanced. occurring in the local area, protects through the provision of a 6
existing vegetation within the road metre landscaping strip
reserve and incorporates design along Hofmann Drive.
elements that add visual interest to
the streetscape.
PO5 AO5 Complies with PO5.
Development retains and Development retains and enhances The proposed development
enhances existing mature trees existing mature trees and retains existing mature
and character vegetation contributing to vegetation generally within
character vegetation contributin the vegetated backdrop, character 10 metres of the rear
g to the vegetated backdrop, and habitat values of the local plan boundary, which adjoins
character and habitat values of area, including: the Noosa Civic Shopping
the local plan area. Centre. This provides a
(a) riparian vegetation, bushland backdrop and
particularly mangroves setting to the site, and
adjacent to the Noosa River, provides a visual buffer to
Weyba Creek, Lake the adjoining shopping
Doonella and their centre for future residents.
tributaries;
(b) remnant melaleucas and
eucalypt trees;
(c) the vegetated drainage lines
through residential estates;
and
(d) other
character vegetation where
identified in Figure 7.2.4.4
(Noosaville Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
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Centre Framework and
Character plan):
PO6 AO6.1 Complies with AO6.1.
Development retains significant Development retains and does not The development does not
views and vistas contributing to intrude upon important gateways intrude on any of the views
the setting and character of the and sightlines including the or vistas mentioned within
local plan area including views following: AO6.1.
to the Noosa River, Noosa
(a) Beckmans Road and Walter
North Shore, Noosa foreshore,
Hay Drive;
Lake Weyba and Noosa
National Park. (b) significant views to the
Noosa River, river mouth
and ocean beyond and to
Noosa North Shore;
(c) views from the pathway on
the northern side of Gympie
Terrace in the public open
space area and adjacent
Noosa River foreshore;
(d) scenic views from Noosa
Parade, Weyba Road and
Eenie Creek Road which are
flanked by vegetation and
offer glimpses of
watercourses;
(e) scenic views from Eenie
Creek Road to Noosa
National Park, Noosa
Headlands, the secondary
dune system and Lake
Weyba; and
(f) scenic southern entrances
to Noosaville through
bushland settings, Noosa
National Park and Tewantin
National Park along
Eumundi Noosa Road.
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AO6.2 Not Applicable.
For Noosaville District Centre, The proposed development
buildings and structures do not is not located within the
significantly interrupt or encroach contextual views identified
upon key contextual views as in Figure 7.2.4.4
identified in Figure 7.2.4.4 (Noosaville Framework and
(Noosaville Framework and Character plan) or 7.2.4.6.
Character plan) and shown
in Figure 7.2.4.6
Built Form and Streetscape
PO7 AO7.1 Complies with AO7.1.
Buildings, structures and Development takes the form of small The proposed development
landscaping are integrated with separate buildings rather than large provides for 96 units across
the natural landscape and single bulky buildings and does not 3 separate and distinct
reflect the riverside character visually dominate the street, buildings which have been
and setting of the local plan riverfront, adjacent properties, integrated into the green
area in terms of form, surrounding spaces or the existing backdrop of the Noosa
composition and protection of skyline. Business Centre. The
neighbourhood amenity. proposed built form is also
screened by a 6m wide
landscape buffer fronting
Walter Hay Drive, resulting
in a non-dominant built
form to the streetscape and
surrounding context.
AO7.2 Complies with AO7.2.
Buildings and structures have a The proposed development
scale and building height consistent is of a bulk and scale which
with development on adjoining and is commensurate to its
surrounding land. locality and immediate
surrounds. The proposal
will result in a 3 storey built
form which is
approximately 12m in
height.
AO7.3 Complies with AO7.3.
Buildings and structures preserve The proposed development
the amenity of adjoining land sits on an isolated land
parcel that does not adjoin
any existing or future
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including sunlight to neighbouring residential land uses.
properties. Notwithstanding, the
development has been
consciously designed and
sited to ensure the it does
not impact on the ability for
future development to gain
access to natural light and
breezes.
AO7.4 Complies with AO7.4.
Development respects the scale of The proposed development
surrounding vegetation and provides generous
maximises the opportunity for amounts of landscaping at
retention of existing vegetation and 56.23% of the total
incorporates soft development area. This
landscaping between buildings. landscaping comprises
additional landscaped
areas new complementary
soft landscaping between
buildings and the perimeter
of the development area,
as well as the retention of
mature vegetation at the
rear of the development
adjacent to the Noosa Civic
Centre.
AO7.5 Complies with AO7.5.
Buildings and structures: The proposed development
incorporates an articulated
(a) incorporate articulated roof roof form and with a pitch
forms which are visible from of 5 degrees, along with an
the street and have a pitch architectural design
of no less than 5 degrees; comprising a mix of
lightweight structures,
(b) incorporate a mix of
verandahs and balconies.
lightweight and textured
The overall bulk and scale
external building materials or
of the design has been
materials that reflect the
reduced through the
natural environment such as
inclusion of physical
timber and rock face;
breaks, vertical
landscaping and varied
materials and projections of
building elements for each
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(c) provide variation through of the proposed buildings.
articulation, texture and The proposed material
detailing; palette and proposed
colour scheme includes
(d) incorporate verandahs, open natural hues in line with the
balconies or shaded patios Noosa ‘beachside’
for outdoor living, with open, character.
transparent or semi-open
balustrades;
(e) use understated colour
schemes and low-reflective
roofing and cladding
materials.
Editor's note— Refer to figure AP3-3B
Centres and Services
PO8 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
The Noosaville local plan area The proposal is located
is serviced by the following within the Noosa Business
centres that provide business, Centre, which is identified
entertainment and as a Major Centre.
community uses consistent with
the Noosa Shire Centres
Hierarchy:
(a) Noosaville District
centre;
(b) Bushlands
Neighbourhood centre;
(c) Weyba Road
Neighbourhood centre;
and
(d) Gympie Terrace Visitor
centre.
PO9 AO9 Complies with AO9.
The Noosa Business Centre off The development of the Noosa The proposal is consistent
Eenie Creek Road is a major Business Centre is to be generally in with the Noosa Business
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activity centre and provides the accordance with Figure 7.2.4.4 Centre Framework and
widest range of centre activities (Noosa Business Centre Framework Character plan, as the
and employment including: and Character Plan). development is for a low-
medium rise residential
development within an area
(a) commercial and within the Noosa Business
professional office spac Centre which is earmarked
e for a range of sectors; for residential
development.
(b) digital economy;
(c) tertiary education;
(d) health and medical
uses;
(e) retail uses including
one only discount
department store,
supermarkets, large
format retail
showrooms and
specialty retail;
(f) entertainment activities;
(g) environmental
industries;
(h) research and
technology industries;
(i) small dwellings in a
mixed-use format;
(j) community and civic
functions;
(k) high quality community
open space and
(l) a sub-regional transit
centre.
Editor’s note— The Noosa Business
Centre is the only Major Regional Activity
Centre in Noosa Shire designated in the
South East Queensland Regional Plan.
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PO10 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Development in the District The proposed development
Centre zone: is not located within the
District centre zone.
(a) provides a range of
business,
entertainment, health
and wellbeing activities
to service the needs of
residents and visitors;
(b) includes small
dwellings as part of
mixed-use
development;
(c) retains more intensive
uses between Mary
Street and Gibson
Road, with less
intensive uses at the
edges of the zone
providing a transition to
adjoining residential
areas;
(d) on the southern side of
Gibson Road is
primarily used for large
format retail; and
(e) does not detract from
the role and function of
the larger centres of the
Noosa Business Centre
and Noosa Junction.
PO11 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Development in The proposal is not located
the Neighbourhood Centre within the Neighbourhood
zone provides lower order centre zone.
goods and services to support
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the day-to-day needs of
residents and visitors, forming
focal points for the surrounding
neighbourhoods.
PO12 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Development in Thomas Street, The proposal is not located
north of Mary Street, maintains on Thomas Street, north of
a pedestrian scale of Mary Street.
development, vibrant
active ground level uses with
pedestrian and visual links to
Noosa River.
PO13 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
The proposed new main street Key internal infrastructure
at Noosa Business centre to the Noosa Business
creates a pedestrian orientated Centre will be delivered as
character with active ground part of the ROL
level uses and Development Permit
pedestrian access and visual (Consent Order 765 of
linkages to the proposed civic 2020). This includes the
space. provision of the internal
road network and ensuring
the new main street
maintains a primary active
frontage. These works are
currently in the process of
being delivered pursuant to
the ROL.
PO14 AO14 Complies with AO14.
Development in a centre zone Development: The proposal has been
or Tourist Accommodation designed and sited in order
Zone fronting Gympie Terrace (a) respects the layout, scale to maintain the amenity of
or Thomas Street: (including height surrounding sites and
and setback) and character adjoining development
(a) is sympathetic to the of development on adjoining through the provision of
character, streetscape sites; generous setbacks and
and built form of the landscaping and an overall
locality; (b) includes detailing and
low to medium rise built
articulation for horizontal
form. Additionally, the
(b) contributes to the emphasis including awnings,
proposed development will
variety of low set and facia boards, parapet walls
not prejudice the delivery of
walk up building styles
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of various eras in the and upper level verandahs the relevant infrastructure
streetscape; or balconies; associated with the existing
ROL and OPW permits that
(c) creates vibrant and (c) provides a fine scale of built are currently in the process
active streets and form; of being carried out on the
public spaces; and site.
(d) provides active street
(d) provides integrated and frontages where identified as
functional car parking primary active
and access arrangeme street frontage on Figure
nts that do not 7.2.4.4
dominate the street. (Noosaville Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and
Character plan) that
incorporate shopfronts,
indoor/outdoor cafes and
restaurants and other
activities that are likely to
foster casual, social and
business interaction for
extended periods. Refer
to Figure AP3-8A for design
outcomes for active
streetscapes;
(e) has building openings
overlooking the street and
addressing key corners as
indicated in Figure 7.2.4.4
(Noosaville Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and
Character plan) and Figure
AP3-7A; and
(f) includes the provision of
landscaping, shaded seating
and consistent and simple
paving materials on
footpaths consistent with the
character of its setting
including where shown as
primary streetscape
treatment area on Figure
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7.2.4.4
(Noosaville Framework and
Character plan) or Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and
Character plan).
PO15 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Development in the Low Impact The proposed development
Industry zone and the Medium is not located within an
Impact Industry zone: industrial zone.
(a) provides a range of
enterprises that contribute
to the economic diversity of
the Shire and local
employment options;
(b) provides important
industries and service-
related functions to the
whole of Noosa Shire but
particularly the coastal
area;
(c) offers a range and diversity
of employment types;
(d) does not accommodate
uses better located in a
centre zone
(e) does not detract from the
safe function or amenity of
Eumundi Noosa Road,
Walter Hay Drive or Eenie
Creek Road; and
(f) does not accommodate
uses that would harm the
environment, including
Eenie Creek, Lake Doonella
and Lake Weyba, through
excessive pollutants.
PO16 AO16.1 Complies with AO16.1.
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Development within The Noosa Business Centre The proposed development
the Community Facilities includes the provision for a sub- does not compromise the
zone contributes to community regional transit facility integrated future delivery of the
infrastructure, utilities and within the major centre to provide for regional transit centre
services. public transport, park and ride or integrated into the Noosa
other transit related infrastructure. Business Centre. The
‘transit lot’ is being
delivered (dedicated to
Council) pursuant to the
ROL Development Permit
(Consent Order 765 of
2020).
AO16.2 Not Applicable.
Wallace Park, located off Eumundi The proposal is not located
Noosa Road is developed for a wide at Wallace Park.
range of indoor sport and recreation,
community care and community
uses which foster social interaction,
learning, health and fitness and
artistic and creative pursuits.
AO16.3 Not Applicable.
The Noosa Hospital, located at The proposal is located
Goodchap Street: within the Noosa Business
Centre.
(a) is the primary medical focus for
the coastal part of Noosa Shire;
(b) is developed and operated to
provide for maximum co-location
of hospital and allied health care
services;
(c) makes efficient use of the site;
(d) incorporates employee and
visitor parking on-site
(e) is supported by additional health
care services at Lot 1 on
RP900855 on the corner of
Goodchap Street and Eumundi-
Noosa Road.
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AO16.4 Not Applicable.
Key sites developed for educational The proposed development
establishments, child care centres, is for a residential use.
places of worship and community
uses are well connected and easily
accessible from
throughout Noosaville and the
broader area they service.
Housing Choice
PO17 AO17 Complies with PO17.
Development in the Major Residential dwellings within the The proposed development
Centre zone and District Centre Major Centre zone and District provides for residential
zone contribute to housing Centre zone: units, all of which are single
diversity by providing small level and do not exceed a
dwellings, including single level (a) do not exceed a floor area of GFA of 100m2.
apartments. 100m2;
(b) are part of a mixed-use
development with non-
residential uses at the ground
level.
PO18 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Sites currently used or The development area is
approved for retirement facilities not currently improved by
continue to provide such any land uses.
residential accommodation into
the future.
PO19 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Development in the Low The proposed development
Density Residential zone is located within the Major
maintains a high level of centre zone.
residential amenity for
permanent residents.
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Visitor Facilities
PO20 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Development in the Tourist The development is not
Accommodation zone and other located in the Tourist
resort complexes provide visitor accommodation zone or an
accommodation into the future existing resort complex.
to preserve and support the role
of Noosaville as a tourism focus
area.
PO21 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
A range of visitor The proposed development
accommodation including low does not include visitor
cost and family friendly short accommodate facilities.
term accommodation
and tourist
park accommodation, including
the Noosa River
Caravan Park at Russell Street.
is maintained.
Noosa River
PO22 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Commercial development on The proposed development
and adjacent to the Noosa is not located adjacent to
River is designed to – the Noosa River.
(a) provide for uses for
marine facility purposes
including water
transport and boat hire;
(b) be compatible with the
scenic values of
the waterway;
(c) provide a high level of
amenity, including
ensuring low ambient
noise levels;
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(d) not increase the overall
scale and intensity of
commercial operations;
(e) use materials, natural
finishes and colours
that blend with the
surrounding natural
landscape; and
(f) reflect the character
and setting of the
waterfront locality (such
as timber and tin
construction with a
traditional pitched roof
design).
PO23 AO23.1 Not Applicable.
Commercial development on No additional commercial leases are The proposed development
and adjacent to the Noosa created on or adjacent to the Noosa is not located adjacent to
River is not increased or River and no additional areas are the Noosa River.
expanded beyond added to the current commercial
existing building footprints and leases.
structures within existing lease
areas. AO23.2 Not Applicable.
Development does not increase the The proposed development
overall building footprint, gross floor is not located adjacent to
area or height of buildings or the Noosa River.
structures associated with
commercial jetties.
PO24 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
The loading and unloading of The proposed development
passengers and boat docking is is not located adjacent to
confined to the commercial the Noosa River.
lease areas of the respective
commercial operation.
PO25 AO25 Not Applicable.
Parking of vehicles and boat The loading and unloading of The proposed development
trailers and the loading and passengers, goods and water is not located adjacent to
unloading of goods or craft is confined to the commercial the Noosa River.
passengers does not impede
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on public open space in the lease areas of the respective
vicinity of the river. commercial operation.
PO26 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
The slipway accessed from Mill The proposed development
Street provides essential is not located adjacent to
infrastructure for waterfront the Noosa River.
based marine industries and is
limited to this existing
commercial lease area
adjoining Chaplin Park.
PO27 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
The slipway at 238 Gympie The proposed development
Terrace, Noosaville serves is not located adjacent to
as important infrastructure for the Noosa River.
small vessels.
Access and Connectivity
PO28 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Gympie Terrace is The proposed development
maintained as a low speed, low is not located adjacent to or
trafficked environment and along Gympie Terrace.
maintains safe
pedestrian access to Noosa
River.
PO29 No acceptable outcomes provided Complies with PO29.
Eenie Creek Road and to a The proposed development
lesser extent Gibson Road will not compromise the
provides for through traffic function, operation and role
around and of Eenie Creek Road as a
bypassing Noosaville. key through traffic
connector in Noosaville.
PO30 AO30 Not Applicable.
Development integrates with Development on land including or Key internal infrastructure
and extends the existing street adjoining a key pedestrian/cycle link to the Noosa Business
and pathway networks including shown in Figure 7.2.4.4 Centre will be delivered as
but not limited to those (Noosaville Framework and part of the ROL
identified on Figure 7.2.4.4 Character plan) and Figure Development Permit
(Noosaville Framework and 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre (Consent Order 765 of
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Character plan) and Figure Framework and Character 2020). This includes the
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre plan) facilitates these connections. provision of the internal
Framework and Character road network and ensuring
plan) such that connections to the new main street
and between key local maintains a primary active
destinations are provided and frontage. These works are
reinforced. currently in the process of
being delivered pursuant to
the ROL.
Environment, natural resources and recreation
PO31 AO31 Complies with PO31.
Development has no significant Connecting Habitat Areas as The clearing of vegetation
adverse effects on biodiversity, identified on Map SFM-4 - within the development
natural vegetation, native fauna Biodiversity (Strategic area will not have any
habitat, landscape quality, Framework) are protected from significant adverse effects
water quality or cultural heritage fragmentation and encroachment by on biodiversity, natural
values, including those related development. vegetation, native fauna
to— habitat or the like. Matters
pertaining to vegetation
(a) changes to natural protections have been
drainage; assessed as part of the
existing approvals on the
(b) disturbance to
land. It is noted that
any wetland system;
vegetation clearing has
(c) management of fire been suitably offset, which
risk; has been captured within
the existing Infrastructure
(d) erosion and the Agreements executed
transport of between the Applicant and
sediments off site; Noosa Council.
(e) unmanaged
public access;
(f) changes to fauna
habitat and behaviour.
PO32 AO32 Not Applicable.
Development maintains and Open space corridors identified The development area is
protects an integrated open as Ecological Linkages and Major not identified as containing
space network throughout the Recreation areas on Map SFM-1 - Ecological Linkages or
locality to— Settlement and Map SFM-4 - Major Recreation Areas on
Biodiversity (Strategic Framework) Map SFM-1 Settlement and
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(a) provide for both passive are enhanced and protected from Map SFM-4 Biodiversity
and active recreational fragmentation and encroachment by (Strategic Framework).
pursuits; development.
(b) provide connectivity for
pedestrians and
cyclists;
(c) provide habitat
connectivity for wildlife
and fish passage;
(d) protect watercourses a
nd drainage lines;
(e) protect vegetation on st
eep slopes; and
(f) form a scenic backdrop
for residential
development.
Natural Hazard
PO332 AO33 Not Applicable.
New lots for residential No additional residential lots The development does not
purposes are not created where take access via Lake Entrance result in additional
the presence of natural hazards Boulevard or Lake Weyba Drive, residential lots gaining
such as bushfire or flooding south or Eenie Creek Road. access via Lake Entrance
would increase the number of Boulevard, Lake Weyba
people and homes subject to Drive south or Eenie Creek
risk. Road.
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Table 9.3.3.3 – Criteria for assessment
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response
Location
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1.
Development is located within The proposed development
the urban boundaries on land provides for a multiple
with good access to a variety dwelling on land which is
of essential services and earmarked for urban
facilities, including retail, development within an
commercial, social and urbanised setting. The
medical facilities and public development area is well
transport services. located within the Noosa
Business Centre and offers
connectivity through to the
wider centre, enabling
convenient access to
essential services as well
as commercial and retail
uses.
PO2 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO2.
A dual occupancy or multiple The proposed development
dwellings occur only on land is located on land which is
that is suited to the unconstrained from natural
development and occupation disasters, with the
of residential buildings exception of bushfire,
avoiding risk to people or which has been suitably
property from natural disaster. addressed. A Bushfire
Hazard Assessment/
Management Plan has
been prepared by
Queensland Busfhire
Planning and included as
Appendix I to this report.
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Effects of Use
PO3 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO3.
Development does not The proposed development
adversely impact on existing does not impact on the
or future infrastructure existing infrastructure
including water or sewerage assumptions for the area,
utilities, electricity or transport as the development in
infrastructure. terms of scale and density
accords with what is
envisaged to occur on the
site. The Noosa Business
Centre is currently being
subdivided pursuant to the
existing ROL Development
Permit. This will provide for
the relevant urban
infrastructure to the
development area
(including services and
road connections),
providing a ‘development
ready’ lot/s to enable the
multiple dwelling
development to occur.
Safety and Amenity
PO4 AO4 Complies with AO4.
Development addresses the Dual occupancy and multiple The proposed development
street, contributes to the dwellings do not occur on battleaxe is not located on a
streetscape and does not or rear allotments or lots with a battleaxe or rear lot.
adversely impact on the frontage less than 10.5 metres in
amenity of any adjoining land width.
on which residential
development is permitted.
PO5 AO5 Complies with PO5.
Development is designed to Bedroom windows are at least 3 The development has been
minimise noise carrying metres away from shared designed to minimise noise
between dwelling units or driveways, car parking areas, impacts resulting from
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accommodation units by mechanical plant, refuse and noise generating areas of
locating noise sensitive recycling areas, vents and the development, including
spaces such as bedrooms exhausts. the refuse servicing and
away from noise generating visitor car parking around
areas of the development, located at the front
such as car parking areas or entrance of the site. It is
mechanical plant and considered that refuse
equipment or recreational collection will not generate
facilities. adverse impact onto the
residents of the sites or
surrounds, given that it will
occur during daytime hours
and be consistent with
collection times of
surrounding residential
uses. Notwithstanding,
acoustic attenuation
measures in the form of
glazing and roof / ceiling
construction will assist with
minimising impact on future
residents. Appropriate
conditions relating to the
use of the communal open
space (between 6:30am –
9:00pm) can be imposed to
address noise impacts
arising from the use of this
space within the complex.
PO6 AO6.1 Complies with AO6.1.
Where dwellings form part of a Clearly identifiable entry areas for The proposal provides for a
mixed use development, the the residents of, and visitors to, varied built form outcome
development provides multiple dwellings are provided with the incorporation of
residents with reasonable separately from entrances for other three distinct buildings
privacy and security. site users and provide for safe which incorporate physical
entry from streets, car parking breaks and recesses with
areas and servicing areas. the inclusion of pedestrian
accessways to each
ground floor apartment
which make up Building A
and Building B. The
proposed development has
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been designed to respond
to its context and its
physical attributes with a
consolidated access point
for vehicles with distinctive
and separate pedestrian
access.
AO6.2 Complies with PO6.
Clearly marked, safe and secure The proposed development
parking areas are provided for provides for a total of 127
residents and visitors which are covered resident car parks
separate from parking areas within proposed Basement
provided for other site users. Level 1. The proposal also
provides for 8 visitor car
parking spaces at ground
level near the vehicle entry
point from Hofmann Drive.
Whilst the visitor car parks
are not covered or secured,
the proposed built form
provides opportunities for
overlooking and casual
surveillance of the visitor
parking area.
AO6.3 Complies with AO6.3.
Security measures are installed The proposed development
such that site users do not have will provide for the
access to areas that are intended necessary on-site safety
for the exclusive use of residents and security measures for
of, and visitors to, dwellings. future residents (I.e. key
card access to basement
level for residents only).
AO6.4 Complies with A06.4.
Dwellings are designed to The dwellings include
incorporate suitable noise appropriate noise
attenuation and privacy measures attenuation and privacy
to reduce amenity impacts from measures including
business uses. glazing, roof / ceiling
construction, aluminium
screening, and the
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retention of mature
vegetation at the rear of the
site.
AO6.5 Complies with AO6.5.
Windows, balconies and terraces of All private open space
each dwelling are screened where areas are adequately
overlooking a habitable room or screened from adjoining
private open space of another apartments/ open space
dwelling within 9 metres. areas.
PO7 AO7.1 Complies with AO7.1.
Buildings and outdoor spaces Development of the site enhances: The proposed development
are designed to allow for provides for casual
a) opportunities for passive
natural surveillance without surveillance of the
surveillance of communal
adversely impacting the communal open space and
spaces including providing
privacy of on-site or adjoining can be seen by all internal
well-lit, active and
residents. facing apartments across
overlooked places and
the three (3) buildings. The
routes;
internal pedestrian network
b) legibility of the site and within the site is legible,
ease of navigation; clear and save, with
building entrances and
c) clear distinction between landscaping providing a
public and private spaces; clear distinction between
and public and private space.
d) ease of maintenance
Editor’s Note—development should
comply with the principles of Crime
Prevention through Environmental
Design - Guidelines for
Queensland
PO8 AO8.1 Complies with PO8.1.
Development, including The main entrance is clearly The main entrance to the
entrance ways and outdoor identifiable and visible from the development will adjoin the
spaces, are designed to street, footpath, visitor car parking visitor car parking area at
protect the personal security areas and driveway. ground level and is easily
and safety of residents as well accessible and visible from
as legitimate site visitors. Hofmann Drive.
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AO8.2 Complies with AO8.2.
The internal path network has clear The proposed development
sightlines to the main entry and has an internal ground floor
street access points. plane and footpath network
that promotes permeability
and wayfinding around the
apartment complex.
AO8.3 Complies with AO8.3.
Visitors have direct access to the The proposal allows for
main entrance without passing visitors to have direct
through private outdoor living access to the main
areas. entrance of the
development without
having to pass through
private outdoor living
areas.
PO9 AO9 Complies with PO9.
Multiple dwellings can be One in three multiple dwelling units: The proposed development
accommodated and visited by will be delivered in
a) is accessible by a safe,
a wide cross section of the accordance with the
continuous and step free
community including people relevant DDA requirements
path of travel from the
with limited mobility. and will provide access to a
street entrance of the
wide range of residents
property or from a car
and visitors including
parking space;
people with limited mobility.
b) has a step-free entrance
door with opening width of
at least 820 millimetres;
and
c) contains a bathroom on the
entry level.
Landscaping & Private Open Space
PO10 AO10.1 Not Applicable.
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Development: Landscaping is provided to a The proposed development
minimum of 40% of the site area incorporates small
enhances liveability and
and 60% of this is soft landscaping. dwellings.
promotes outdoor living;
OR
contributes to the visual
amenity and natural landscape AO10.2 Complies with AO10.2.
character of the area;
If for small dwellings or for The proposal provides for
retains existing large trees development which provides a ratio 56.23% of the site for
where practicable; of at least three small dwellings to landscaping.
one other dwelling, landscaping is
provides privacy between
provided to a minimum of 35% of
uses;
the site area and 60% of this is soft
reduces the bulk and scale of landscaping.
development; and
conceals services, car parking
and manoeuvring areas.
PO11 AO11.1 Not Applicable.
Private open space: Private open space is provided for The proposed development
each dwelling at the following rate: incorporates small
is provided to all dwellings and
dwellings.
is adequate in size, shape and at ground level—a minimum of
dimensions to suit the needs 25m² directly accessed from living
of the occupants; spaces; or
receives adequate sunlight; if above ground level—12m² with a
and minimum width of 2.5 metres
accessed directly from the living
is designed and orientated to
spaces.
ensure privacy is maintained
between uses. OR
AO11.2 Complies with AO11.1.
Private open space is provided for The proposed development
each small dwelling at the following provides for private open
rate: space areas at ground floor
in excess of 20m2 and in
at ground level—a minimum of
excess of 9m2 for units
20m² directly accessed from living
located above ground floor.
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spaces and exclusive of clothes
drying area; or
if above ground level—9m² with a
minimum width of 2.5 metres
accessed directly from the living
spaces.
AO11.3 Complies with AO11.3.
Private open space contributing to The private open space
the above calculations has a areas, in the form of
maximum gradient of 10% (1 in 10) courtyards and balconies
and is clear of any utilities such as will achieve the maximum
gas, water tanks and air gradient of 10% and will be
conditioning units. clear of any utilities such as
gas, water tanks and air
conditioning units.
PO12 AO12.1 Complies with AO12.1.
Safe vehicular access is Development does not gain direct The proposal gains access
provided to and from the site access from any road with a legal via Hofmann Drive, which
without adversely impacting on speed limit of 80 kilometres per is has a speed limit of
the safety of the road network. hour or above. 50km/h.
PO12.2 Complies with PO12.2.
Where located on any road of a The proposed development
higher order than local road or provides for adequate on-
where accommodating three or site manoeuvring allowing
more households, vehicle all vehicles to exit the site
manoeuvring areas are provided on in a forward gear.
site such that vehicles enter and
leave the site in a forward gear.
PO13 AO13 Complies with PO13.
Sufficient on-site car parking is Car parking is provided in Sufficient on-site car
provided to accommodate the accordance with Table 9.4.1.4 in parking is provided to cater
number and type of vehicles the Driveways and Parking Code for the expected traffic
likely to be generated by the demand. Please refer to
residential use without Section 8.5 of the Town
impacting on the safety or Planning Report.
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amenity of the adjoining
streets.
PO14 No acceptable outcomes provided Not Applicable.
Underground car parking The site is not mapped as
areas are designed to drain not flood affected within
and function safely during a Noosa Council’s Overlay
flood event and power failure. Mapping and therefore
does not require further
assessment or
consideration.
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9.4.6 SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN CODE
Table 9.4.6.3 Criteria for assessable development
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response
Energy efficiency
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO1.
Development minimises energy The development has been
consumption and the production designed to maximise access to
of greenhouse gas emissions. natural ventilation, cooling and
sunlight, to minimise reliance on
mechanical heating and cooling
and energy consumption.
Water efficiency and stormwater management
PO2 AO2.1 Complies with PO2.
Development maximises water If for accommodation activities, a Appropriate conditions can be
efficiency on site by minimum 3,000 litres of rain water included within an approval to
incorporating rainwater storage is provided per dwelling ensure rainwater collection
collection and reuse measures and reused for non-potable measures are for the
for non-potable purposes such purposes and incorporated into a development, which can be
as irrigation. stormwater management plan for determined at detailed design
the development. phase.
AO2.2 Complies with PO2.
With the exception of Appropriate conditions can be
accommodation activities, rain included within an approval to
water storage sufficient for the ensure rainwater collection
intended use is captured and used measures are for the
on-site for non-potable purposes development, which can be
and incorporated into a stormwater determined at detailed design
management plan for the phase.
development.
Editor’s note—The Queensland
Development Code includes provisions for
the installation of rain water tanks and the
reuse of stormwater.
PO3 AO3.1 Complies with PO3.
Development reduces The development reduces
stormwater run-off by minimising stormwater runoff by minimising
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impervious areas and Development incorporates water impervious areas on the site.
maximising site vegetation to sensitive urban design measures The development dedicates
absorb water on site. to manage stormwater. more than 50% of the
development area for soft
landscaping.
AO3.2 Complies with PO3.
Development incorporates porous The development reduces
pavements on low trafficked areas stormwater runoff by minimising
such as footpaths and car parks. impervious areas on the site.
The development dedicates
Note: Porous pavements are not
more than 50% of the
considered landscaping and do not form
development area for soft
part of the minimum landscape
landscaping.
requirements.
PO4 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO4.
Development limits changes and
The development limits cut and
disturbances to the site
fill on the land to preserve
topography to preserve existing
natural drainage channels as
drainage channels as much as
much as practicable. The
possible.
development includes the
provision of a defined swale at
the rear of the property, to
enable existing natural flow
paths to be retained.
Landscaping
PO5 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies with PO5.
Development minimises hard The proposed development
surface areas that reflect or incorporates a substantial
store heat and maximises quantum of soft landscaped
vegetation and soft landscaping. areas which comprise a
combination of new and retained
vegetation. Overall, the
proposed development provides
for 5,690m2 or 56.23% of
landscaping.
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies with PO6.
Vegetation is incorporated into The proposal incorporates
the building design to create generous amounts of
shade and cooling around landscaping which provide
buildings. access to shading and cooling
around buildings.
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Design
Site characteristics No acceptable outcome provided. Complies with PO7.
PO7 The development provides a
built form outcome that is
Development and building siting
responsive to the local climate,
is responsive to Noosa Shire’s
through maximising access to
sub-tropical climate and the
natural light and North-East
site’s characteristics including
exposure, provision of high
topography, orientation, existing
ceilings as well as wide eaves
vegetation and prevailing winds.
and awnings and a neutral
colour scheme that reduces
heat load.
Building design AO8.1 Complies with PO8.
PO8 Development provides a detailed A design report has been
assessment including supporting prepared by Mode Architects
Development -
documents, demonstrating the which provides an overview of
(a) orientates buildings and means by which the design meets how the development meets the
windows to make the PO8. provisions of PO8. Please refer
most of prevailing to the design report contained in
winds, natural Appendix G.
ventilation and cross
AO8.2 Complies with PO8.
breezes;
Development demonstrates a A design report has been
(b) maximises shade to
measured equivalent to a 5-star prepared by Mode Architects
east and west walls;
Green Star rating. which provides an overview of
(c) contains an open and how the development meets the
Editor’s note—The publications QDesign
permeable built form provisions of PO8. Please refer
and QCompanion, prepared by the State of
that connects indoor to the design report contained in
Queensland, provide climate responsive
and outdoor spaces in Appendix G.
design principles for development in south
an integrated design;
east Queensland. Council encourages
(d) retains existing building and landscape designers to
vegetation and natural incorporate best practice outcomes
shading where possible; described in these publications to help
development comply with PO8.
(e) incorporates passive
building design to
reduce the need for
auxiliary heating and
cooling;
(f) uses low toxic internal
and external building
materials;
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(g) uses natural light rather
than artificial light, and
may include skylights,
atriums and light wells;
(h) contains a minimum of
two openings per
habitable room;
(i) provides a minimum
floor to ceiling height of
2.7 metres; and
(j) enables efficient
operation and use of the
building.
Editor's Note: Refer to Figure 9.4.6.4.
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9.4.10 WASTE MANAGEMENT CODE
Table 9.4.10.3 Criteria for assessable development
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Response
Waste Separation
PO1 AO1.1 Complies with AO1.1.
Development that generates Construction, operational and An Operational Waste
several classes of waste is demolition works are planned and Management Plan has been
designed so waste is collected, managed in accordance with prepared by TTM in accordance
stored and disposed of in a safe Planning Scheme Policy PSP9 with Council’s PSP 9 – Waste
and ecologically sustainable Waste management. Management and included in
manner. Appendix M.
Editor’s Note— PSP9 Waste Management
requires Waste Management Plans to be
prepared as part of certain types of
development applications to ensure proper
consideration is given to waste
minimisation, segregation and reuse.
AO1.2 Complies with AO1.2.
Adequate area is provided on-site Adequate area is provided in the
for the collection and separate basement and at the front of
storage of recyclable, non- Building C to provide bin storage
recyclable, vegetative and areas of the three buildings.
hazardous materials in their This includes separation
specific waste streams during between general waste and
construction or demolition works recycling.
and the operational phase of
development.
PO2 AO2.1 Complies with AO2.1.
Waste storage areas provide for Waste storage areas allow for the The development as a whole will
adequate separation of all separate storage of different waste provide 6 x 1100L bins for
recyclable and non-recyclable materials for reuse or recycling by: general waste and 6 x 1100L
materials. bins for co-mingled recycling
providing sufficient area to store all
within the areas highlighted
recyclable material and recycling
above. The development will
containers; and
also provide one bin tug.
sign posting the types of waste
stored.
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Design and location
PO3 AO3.1 Complies with AO3.1.
Waste storage areas are located Waste storage areas are designed An Operational Waste
so that they are convenient and and maintained in accordance with Management Plan has been
safe to use and to collect from. Planning Scheme Policy PSP9 prepared by TTM in accordance
Waste management. with Council’s PSP 9 – Waste
Management and included in
Appendix M. The nominated
waste storage areas on-site are
provided in accordance with
PSP9 – Waste Management.
AO3.2 Complies with AO3.2.
Waste storage areas are designed An Operational Waste
and located so they: Management Plan has been
prepared by TTM in accordance
(a) are easily accessed and
with Council’s PSP 9 – Waste
convenient to use;
Management and included in
(b) have unobstructed access Appendix M. The nominated
for the collection of the waste storage areas on-site are
waste by service vehicles; provided in accordance with
PSP9 – Waste Management.
(c) without the need for The nominated waste storage
manual handling; areas on-site are located so that
(d) are clear of carparking they are easily accessible,
bays, loading bays and unobstructed and clear of any
similar areas; car parking bays.
(e) are clear of footpaths and
pedestrian access;
(f) are capable of being
serviced by the collection
vehicle without impeding
traffic flow; and
(g) have a level area provided
for the storage of waste,
recyclable materials and
green waste in standard
bins.
AO3.3 Not Applicable.
For uses that do not employ a Building Management will be
caretaker or central management, responsible for the transfer of
the maximum distance between
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waste storage areas and the refuse and collection by private
kerbside is 60 metres. contractor.
AO3.4 Complies with AO3.4.
Pathways used to transport bins: All refuse collection and transfer
of bins will occur within the
(a) have a maximum grade of
basement to the collection point
1:15; and
at the front of Building C. The
(b) are free of steps, stairs or transfer route is free of steps,
other impediments. stairs and other impediments
and do not exceed a maximum
grade of 1:15.
PO4 AO4.1 Complies with AO4.1.
Waste storage areas are
Waste storage areas are The bin storage areas will be
designed for ease of
constructed of impermeable and constructed of concrete and
maintenance and ease of
durable surfaces that are easily masonry and will be easily
access for cleaning.
cleaned. cleaned. Bin storage areas will
have a hose cock and drain to
waste for cleaning purposes.
AO4.2 Complies with AO4.2.
Sufficient space is provided A bin wash area will be
between and around waste accommodated within every
storage bins to allow for refuse room.
manoeuvring and washing of bins.
PO5 No acceptable outcome provided Complies with PO5.
Waste storage areas provide a The waste storage areas (in
safe and secure environment for secured refuse rooms) for each
users through: building are provided within the
basement level and at the front
(a) appropriate siting and
of Building C.
access;
(b) the provision of lighting;
and
(c) restricting access to the
general public by
making the area clearly
identifiable as private
space.
Editor’s note— The use of landscaping,
a change of paving material or fencing
are examples of delineating a waste
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storage area. The locking of the area is
not preferred and should be avoided.
Water management
PO6 AO6 Complies with AO6.
Waste storage areas are The waste storage area is The bin storage areas will be
designed to contain and constructed of impermeable and constructed of concrete and
appropriately dispose of leakage durable surfaces and: masonry and will include a hose
from bins and wastewater from cock and drain. Appropriate
(a) is bunded and graded so
bin washing. conditions can be included in an
that washwater and bin
approval to ensure that the
leakage are drained to the
design of the refuse rooms
sewer or an on-site
which will occur at detailed
effluent disposal system
design phase will adhere to the
via a gully within the
requirements of AO6.
storage area;
(b) has a bund wall with a
maximum height of 100
millimetres;
(c) is serviced by a
conveniently located
hosecock and backflow
prevention device, and
connected to a water
supply; and
(d) is roofed or otherwise
covered if the storage area
is—
i. more than 1m²; or
ii. storing wet waste; or
iii. storing other waste
with a high potential to
cause pollution if
washed or leaked from
the bins, including
waste oil or
putrescibles.
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Safety and protection of infrastructure when demolishing or removing buildings
PO7 AO7.1 Not Applicable.
Demolition, removal, relocation Infrastructure including reticulated The proposed development
or associated works do not water, sewerage, stormwater, and does not include any demolition
result in: electricity are protected from works.
damage and made safe to the
'live' or 'active' infrastructure that
standard required by the regulatory
may present risk to people using
authority.
the site or surrounding areas; or
AO7.2 Not Applicable.
damage to infrastructure or
other works. Infrastructure is disconnected, The proposed development
capped or sealed including: does not include any demolition
Editor's note— An approval will
works.
be required from Council's (a) electricity meters are
Building and Plumbing Services removed and electrical
for decommissioning plumbing wires disconnected;
apparatus including:
(b) telephone lines are
sanitary drains or reticulated disconnected; and
water supply; and
(c) data cables are
septic tanks, holding tanks or disconnected and
on-site treatment systems. removed.
AO7.3 Not Applicable.
A temporary crossing is provided The proposed development
to protect road reserve does not include any demolition
infrastructure including kerb and works.
channel.
AO7.4 Not Applicable.
Any damage to footpaths, street The proposed development
plantings, natural vegetation, kerb does not include any demolition
and channel, bridges or roadways works.
at the removal site, the new site or
between the sites is repaired or
reinstated to at least pre-existing
conditions.
PO8 AO8.1 Not Applicable.
Waste materials are removed from
the site.
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Waste materials are removed The proposed development
from the site to avoid causing does not include any demolition
unhealthy conditions including: works.
(a) potential fire hazard; AO8.2 Not Applicable.
(b) ponding of water; and If a development permit has not The proposed development
(c) breeding of vermin. been issued for the future use of does not include any demolition
the site: works.
(a) hard surfaced areas
including concrete slabs
are removed or covered
with a minimum of 300
millimetres of soil; and
(b) disturbed areas are
revegetated.
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided. Not Applicable.
The potential for movement from The proposed development
the site, of soils or similar does not include any demolition
materials is minimised. works.
PO10 No acceptable outcome provided. Not Applicable.
Vacant sites do not have an The proposed development
adverse impact upon the does not include any demolition
amenity of the surrounding works.
areas.
PO11 AO11.1 Not Applicable.
The demolition or removal of a All building materials containing The proposed development
building does not cause a health asbestos, including asbestos does not include any demolition
risk. cement sheeting or roofing and works.
lagging, are removed from the
Editor's note— Council may require a
building prior to demolition or
report identifying any asbestos products
relocation.
and how they may be managed to avoid
health risks. AO11.2
All building materials containing
asbestos products are disposed of
in accordance with industry best
practice.
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