MCKENZIE Council Ref 132007_2446_05 (1) · 132007.2446.05

In addition, we would like to question the proximity of the building to the property boundaries, as
the setback is very close to the fence. At the current moment, we are overseas until the 16th so
I am not home to measure the setback, but we will need to monitor this closely and would like to
open a discussion regarding the setback of the proposed addition.




‘Low density residential’ is inconsistently applied in the neighborhood and impacting the
value of the neighborhood

The following is from the Noosa council fact sheet on Low Density Residential Zones -
full document here

Protecting Housing for Permanent Residents The purpose of the Low Density Residential zone is to provide
housing for permanent residents, generally in a low rise and low density format, with little impact from visitors. This
purpose will be reinforced with proposed amendments to the the Overall Outcomes of the zone to: • Clearly specify
the use of dwellings for shortterm accommodation is limited to four times and 60 days per calendar year and only
within a resident’s principal place of residence; and • require visitor accommodation be compatible with the
permanent residential character and use of the area to not cause loss of residential amenity. For instance,
short-term accommodation is not to unreasonably impact the residential amenity enjoyed by adjoining or
surrounding properties (for example by noise, light spill, vehicle parking and movements or waste disposal). The
proposed amendments clarify that short-term accommodation and home-based business (bed and breakfast) are
not permitted to operate in a secondary dwelling….