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

SC6.6 ­ PSP5              Sustainable Building Design
SC6.6.1           Purpose

(1)   (1) The purpose of the Sustainable Building Design planning policy is to:
      (a)   Encourage high quality traditional or contemporary Queensland vernacular architecture that responds to the local
            subtropical climate;
      (b)   Provide context and guidance for the distinctive ‘Noosa style’ design requirements which are based on subtropical building
            design principles to satisfy acceptable outcomes in the Noosa Plan;
      (c)   Specify the architectural elements and building design features considered appropriate for residential, commercial and
            tourist developments in Noosa Shire; and
      (d)   Encourage sustainable buildings that are designed to be climate responsive, to conserve energy and water as well as the
            reuse of stormwater for non­potable purposes; and
      (e)   Encourage sustainable adaptable buildings to provide comfort and liveability for people throughout the various stages of
            their life.

(2)   This planning scheme policy provides guidance on achieving consistency with the requirements and the outcomes of the
      following parts of the planning scheme:
      (a)   Strategic Framework;
      (b)   Zone codes;
      (c)   Local Plan codes; and
      (d)   Landscaping Code


SC6.6.2           Subtropical Design Principles

(1)   The following subtropical design principles apply to subtropical coastal areas such as Noosa Shire:
      (a)   Respect topography ­ protect the integrity and character of the hill­slopes, ridge­lines and dunes that are important in
            framing and defining the environment. Integrate development with the natural land form rather than modifying the land form
            to suit development.
      (b)   Consider local character and design ­ recognise the contribution of contemporary design and appropriate use of building
            materials to the character and diversity of the subtropical environment.
      (c)   Orientation ­ design for appropriate climate­based orientation, provide shade and allow for the capture of winter sunlight
            and penetration of breezes.
      (d)   Use vegetation ­ integrate development with the natural landscape and make use of native vegetation such as large shade
            trees in private and public spaces. Avoid the introduction of landscaping that conflicts with or threatens the viability of the
            natural landscape fabric.
      (e)   Use nature in transport ­ incorporate significant local vegetation in transport corridors.
      (f)   Ensure diversity of open space ­ ensure open space is diverse, integrated and designed to form networks.
      (g)   Incorporate access to open space ­ reflect the proximity of nature in subtropical environments and Noosa’s outdoor­based
            lifestyle in the access to open space.
      (h)   Design for water ­ reflect the importance and presence of water and provide for public access to natural or artificial
            waterways.
      (i)   Develop outdoor centres ­ outdoor dining, entertainment, recreation, sheltered access to public transport and shaded
            pedestrian pathways are the attributes of informality and village­like character.
      (j)   Develop outdoor meeting places ­ incorporate outdoor meeting places into building and design.


SC7.6.3           Noosa Design Principles

(1)   The Noosa Design Principles were developed in 2015 and represent the unique local character of Noosa with buildings that
      respond strongly to the subtropical climate of the region. These principles are based on the foundation that the built environment
      responds to and does not dominate the natural environment and the need to respect the character of existing towns and villages,
      and protect vistas to landscapes and natural assets.


  **FINAL DRAFT ­ Post Consultation 2019**
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