2019-12-11 SM Agenda - Item 1 - Attachment 7 - Final New Noosa Plan - Part 8-10 Schedule Appendix - Clean version

SC6.3 ­ PSP2              Landscaping
SC6.3.1           Purpose

(1)   The purpose of the landscaping planning scheme policy is to provide for the distinctive landscape character between different
      localities throughout the Shire and to ensure high quality landscaping is provided and maintained as an important visual element
      which contributes to the landscape integrity of the shire.
(2)   The Landscaping planning scheme policy:
      (a)   specifies the technical requirements and specifications for preparing landscaping plans;
      (b)   provides supporting information in relation to the natural landscape character areas of Noosa Shire to help inform
            landscaping plans;
      (c)   provides a plant species schedule for developments which have landscaping requirements; and
      (d)   provides landscaping design guidelines and requirements for development and Council works on public land.

(3)   This policy should be read in conjunction with the Landscaping code and other relevant parts of the planning scheme.


SC6.3.2           Information Council may request

(1)   A Landscape Plan is to be provided and prepared by a suitably qualified landscape architect or landscape designer, drawn to
      scale and setting out the following details:
      (a)   an assessment of whether or not the premises contains any undesirable plant species identified in Table 6.1 and if the
            assessment identifies any undesirable plant species on the premises, an environmental management plan or property
            pest management plan that identifies measures to prevent, control and contain their spread.
      (b)   the location, size and species of existing trees;
      (c)   trees proposed to be retained and necessary protective measures;
      (d)   trees proposed to be removed;
      (e)   the existing contours;
      (f)   the natural (and finished) ground levels;
      (g)   existing soil type and moisture conditions;
      (h)   details of existing underground and overhead services including water, electricity, gas, telephone, sewer, stormwater,
            manhole covers, sewer vents, grease traps, drainage pits and overhead power lines;
      (i)   details of temporary protective drainage and slope stabilisation measures;
      (j)   details of protective fencing to be installed around the dripline of any vegetation that will to be retained on the site;
      (k)   planting schedule of vegetation proposed to be planted and maintained, including botanical and common name of plant
            species, number of plants of each species to be used, details of the minimum size at planting, spacing of plants, and
            estimated tree canopy spread;
      (l)   proposed method of preparation and mulching of planting beds;
      (m)   proposed surface and edging treatments;
      (n)   proposed methods of drainage; and
      (o)   any proposed structures, including retaining walls, fences, pools, water features, furniture, recreation facilities and irrigation
            systems.


SC6.3.3           Natural Landscape Character

(1)   The Noosa Shire is an attractive place due to its landform diversity and natural vegetation. The Shire encompasses beaches,
      sand dunes, river systems, wetlands, heath plains, woodlands, rainforests and ranges. The landform and natural vegetation are
      major reasons for the Shire’s attraction to visitors and residents alike.
(2)   Three broad natural landscape character areas are evident in Noosa Shire these are the Coastal/Beachfront, Woodland/Open
      Forest and the Closed Forest/Rainforest areas. There is no precise delineation between these areas and an individual
      assessment of each site and its natural landscape character should be made. A description of each area is provided below.
      (a)   Coastal/Beachfront Areas ­ These areas are in close proximity to the coast, and are characterised by sandy soil. The


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