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

            forms. Localised views to note include:
            (i)     Bend on Mary River Road and Maple Street that focuses views to the Library and heritage character buildings along
                    Maple Street;
            (ii)    Views to the environment of Cooroy Creek from the major road, coupled with vistas to Mount Cooroy and to the Library
                    and Butter factory precinct;
            (iii)   Views to and from Apex Park / Cooroy Creek to the main streets / centre;
            (iv)    Views between Apex Park / Cooroy Creek and the Library and Butter Factory; and
            (v)     Views to RSL Park and the war memorial from Tewantin Road / Diamond Street.

      (c)   Appendix 1 SC6.8 includes photos of key contextual and localised views for Cooroy.

(4)   Open Space and Landscape Treatments – Cooroy has a number of open space assets within and adjoining the centre that play
      a key role in defining the character of the centre. Key landscape treatments include:
      (a)   The high quality landscape / streetscape of Maple Street is a key part of Cooroy’s local character and identity, particularly the
            treatment of the key intersections, pedestrian crossings and the land adjoining the railway line (around community, civic
            and arts uses). This is the benchmark/ standard to meet for all primary streetscape areas (including parts of Diamond and
            Elm Streets);
      (b)   The intersection of Emerald Street and Maple Street is identified as a ‘special place’; it is the most attractive and activated
            streetscape area and identifies as the ‘centre’. The combination of the high quality landscape, outdoor dining areas/activity,
            places to stop, rest and meet and the level of way finding signage contribute to its role and function as the highest order/
            quality streetscape area in Cooroy. The quality and function of this space is to be maintained and enhanced, with further
            activation considered. It may also inform improvements in other centres;
      (c)   Maple Street and Emerald Street are the ‘main streets’ of Cooroy, however the streetscape quality of Emerald Street has
            room for improvement through the addition of street trees and low level planting. With enhancement of landscaping and
            wider footpaths the quality of streetscaping could be more befitting its role, similar to Maple Street.
      (d)   Diamond Street is a major road and the ‘Main Street’ for Cooroy East, although its pedestrian environment and landscape
            quality has scope for improvement through the addition of much needed shade trees. Diamond Street merges with
            Tewantin Road, a major entrance/arrive route. These streets are quite wide and carry a great deal of through traffic travelling
            at speeds that are less conducive to pedestrian environments. Taking cues off the western side of town the landscape
            character could be significantly improved creating a more unified and connected town centre. For instance avenue planting
            could be introduced with a high level of shade coverage and low level landscaping should be enhanced to a standard
            befitting its role as a centre. The intersection of Diamond Street and Elm Street should be enhanced similarly to the
            intersection of Emerald and Maple Streets, creating a safe environment for pedestrians to cross both roads.

(5)   Landmark/Character Buildings – The Library and Butter Factory are considered key landmark buildings with surrounding
      development not diminishing or detracting from the presence of these buildings in the streetscape.
(6)   Key Corners – have been identified on corner sites with some or all of the following characteristics; primary active frontages;
      highly visible; and those that interface with key public realm, park or gateway intersections. Built form should positively address the
      corners, be active and inviting. Roof forms windows and door openings should reflect this character outcome and orientation.
      Landscaping and streetscape treatment should be of a high quality.
(7)   Primary Active Frontages – The mapped primary active frontages reflect where this type of built form interface currently exists or is
      proposed as it is appropriate, desirable and achievable. It is assumed that all other District Centre Zone streets provide some
      form of active frontages, however they may be secondary in nature with variances such as greater setbacks, or with the interruption
      of driveways.
(8)   Key Development Sites – These sites have been identified as those with a high likelihood for development/redevelopment in the
      next 5 to 10 year timeframe and have the potential to significantly impact on the character of the centre. It is recommended that
      additional guidance on the urban design and built form outcomes of these sites be sought through a preliminary meeting with
      Council Planning Officers.
(9)   Streetscape Treatment Areas reinforce the character experience of Cooroy. They establish street hierarchy and character that is
      appropriate for the use and role of the street primarily through the extent, quality and application of materials, placement of
      streetscape elements/furniture and interfaces. Treatments should be consistent with any existing or proposed streetscape
      improvement works in the area. Primary streetscape treatment areas include:
      (a)   High quality materials and finishes that reinforce Maple Street and Emerald Street as main streets and exhibit local
            character;
      (b)   A well connected pedestrian friendly zone with a high level of amenity for pedestrians – low vehicle speeds, attractive
            vegetated streetscaping, continuous, wide, level, weather protected footpaths, safe crossings, etc;


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