Information Request MCU23 0078 [As Published] · MCU23/0078

                 Consequently, it is expected that this area of the VMU Precinct (5D) remain vegetated as an
                 entry into the recreational open space area. It is accepted that in this location an elevated
                 pedestrian walkway or link to “Noosa Civic” will be provided generally in this location to provide
                 pedestrian connectivity; however, it is not necessarily intended that this whole area would form
                 part of the built form development as is being proposed.
                 It is evident from the proposal plans where the proposed “Civic Plaza” to be provided at this
                 location forms part of the built form for the development, and not pavilions, and does not
                 provide for a village green space that is turfed and landscaped, which includes a basement
                 carpark beneath that extends to edge of the western easement, with limited opportunity for
                 deep planting.
                 The open space area is primarily comprised of paved surfaces with limited vegetation. The
                 trees will be within elevated planter boxes with limited surrounding area to enable root growth
                 and the development of the trees. Reference is also made to the comments below with respect
                 to urban design and landscaping.
                 Information Required:
                 12.    Provide further information demonstrating how the proposed “Civic Plaza” achieves the
                        public open space outcomes sought under the planning scheme including having an
                        open air village greenspace comprising 3,000m² that is turfed and landscaped to be
                        used as Green Space/Recreation Open Space under the NBC Framework and
                        Character Plan.
                 13.    Provide further information demonstrating how the proposed development is compatible
                        with the land included within the Environmental Management and Conservation Zone
                        and the Recreation and Open Space Zone.
                 14.    Provide further information demonstrating that the scale of the pedestrian walkway and
                        other structures, and the use of the walkway (as shown on the Connection Plan under
                        the Landscape Concept Deign) within the open space area to the west is consistent with
                        the Environmental Management and Conservation Zone and the environmental
                        covenant over this part of the land.
                 15.    Provide further information demonstrating how the native tree understorey planting,
                        including mature trees is to be achieved as shown on the Landscape Concept Design
                        given the majority of the proposed development at ground level is above the basement
                        with no ability for deep planting within the central area.
                 16.    Provide further information demonstrating high amenity landscaping treatments that
                        reflect the contemporary sub-tropical design including:
                        a) Landscape elevations showing vegetation growth at 5 years;
                        b) Height/depth of planter boxes and design intent for roofed areas; and
                        c) Paving that avoids a monolithic appearance.


                 Issue – Detail about the nature and type of uses
                 The proposal plans provide limited information about the nature and extent of the uses being
                 proposed with overall floor areas provided. Insufficient information is provided about the extent
                 of the various uses within Lot 3 and Lot 7. This includes the floor areas for the extent of retail
                 development within each lot, which are to standalone in terms of the provision of carparking
                 etc. Further, the application material does not inform the floor areas of other uses being
                 proposed, including indoor sport and recreation and what is meant by entertainment given the
                 change to the uses.
                 The town planning report states, … the development application seeks a Development Permit
                 for a Material Change of Use for the following:



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Version: 2, Version Date: 17/07/2023