06/1266 - Op Works Transport Type 5 Domestic Marine [As Published] · 142006.1266

Mr Chris Grandemange
16 Mermaid Quay,
NOOSAVILLE QLD 4566

PlFey 293002

  

 

Friday, 16 June 2006

Chief Executive Officer

 

Noosa Shire Council 20 JUN 2006
PO Box 141 NOOSA SHIRE COUNCIL
Tewantin, Qld 4565 RONT COUNTER
Dear Sir,

Re: Construction of Jetties at 16 Mermaid Quay, Noosaville

Reference is made to the attached application for existing jetty structures to be approved at
the above address. The application has been lodged following a request from Council to
remove the structures from the waterway or alternately lodge an application for
consideration.

Firstly I would like to apologise for recognition packages without the necessary approval
however I did not realise that such an approval was required. Both structures were
constructed for safety and amenity reasons for the vessels that I have.

The jetty structure to the west of the existing jetty is necessary to allow for safe access around
the large boat moored at this location. When moored at this location the boat is elevated from
the water on a roller track system. It is necessary due to higher maintenance costs to have the
boat elevated from the water. Further the boat is fitted with storm covers to prevent
stormwater entering the boat when not in use. The fitting of storm covers is not possible
without having a walkway on either side of the boat. This allows for access on both sides of
the vessel when fitting the storm covers. I have personally witnessed my son severely injure
his leg trying to fit storm covers prior to the additional walkway being constructed.

It is noted that this jetty is located a minimum of 600mm from the elongated property
boundary, however, does not cross this boundary. Our vessels are never moored on the
western side of this jetty and always front the property.

The other smaller jetty structure is located discreetly behind the existing jetty for the purpose
of mooring a small tiny. This boat is also elevated from the water for maintenance reasons
and from an amenity perspective the structure prevents the tinny from slapping against the
concrete revetment wall thus creating noise for neighbouring properties. This tinny jetty has
been constructed as shown so that my children can launch the boat without difficulty and in a
safe manner. It should also be noted that the structure prevents damage to the revetment wall
from the boat constantly slapping against it.

I am aware that the structures do not comply with Council's policy however I request the
Council consider approving the application for the following reasons:

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