Town Planning Report - Boutique Hotel Development Noosa Springs - June 2021

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         Marina, Noosa National Park, Sunshine Beach, Peregian Beach, Noosa North Shore and the
         hinterland.

         Under part 3.2.9, it is stated the … Noosa Local Economic Plan aims to broaden the economic
         structure of the local economy by achieving growth in 'smart' industry sectors that offer high
         economic value and low environmental impact. Sustainable tourism is supported as an ongoing
         economic driver. However, encouraging and developing new priority sectors is required to develop
         an economy less reliant on tourism and population driven industries. The priority sectors are
         identified as:
             • Health and wellness (including, but not limited to, aged care facilities and services)
             • Digital economy
             • Rural enterprise
             • Environmental industries
             • Education and training
             • Tourism
             • Professional services
             • creative industries (emphasis added)

         Under 3.3.1, the Strategic outcomes for settlement by 2041, at (n) states … Noosa continues to be
         a highly regarded destination for visitors from around Australia and overseas. Varying types of
         accommodation and services cater for visitor needs.

         Under part 3.3 Strategic Outcomes and part 3.3.1 Settlement, the strategic outcomes for
         settlement by 2041 include:
             m) …
             n) Noosa continues to be a highly regarded destination for visitors from around Australia and
                overseas. Varying types of accommodation and services cater for visitor needs.
             o) …
         (emphasis added)

         Under part 3.3.3 Housing Choice, the strategic outcomes for housing choice by 2041 are:
            m) The planning scheme protects areas for visitor accommodation where a range of
               accommodation styles support the local tourism Industry.
            n) Neighbourhoods of permanent housing are protected from short term visitor
               accommodation that would impact on the amenity enjoyed by residents, however residents
               may share their home with guests in a well-managed fashion to limit potential impacts.
               (emphasis added)

         Under part 3.3.4 Biodiversity and Environment, the most relevant strategic outcomes include:

             a) …
             b) The natural environment is protected and enhanced to maintain and improve biodiversity,
                ecological processes, native habitat, connectivity, native species health, landscape character
                and scenic amenity.
             c) …
             l) Koala habitat and connectivity is maintained and improved contributing to the long term
                health and recovery of koala populations across the Noosa Shire and SEQ.



         Noosa Springs Boutique Hotel – GH Australia Pty Ltd                               Page 25