L03 Response to Councils information request

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It is noted that Council has recently approved tandem parking and the use of uncovered parking spaces of
duplex developments for short-term accommodation applications in existing unit developments including:

       MCU20/0097: 1/27 Hill Street ,Sunshine Beach - Short Term Accommodation – 2 spaces

       MCU20/0119: 20 Nannygai Street, Noosaville – Short Term Accommodation (Unit 1) – 2 spaces plus
        tandem

The above approvals and carparking availability on the subject site were discussed with Council staff who
agreed that the use of the driveway area for one tandem space would be acceptable, however they would
need to consider whether the access onto Hill Street was appropriate. It is noted that both the above approvals
do not provide for manoeuvring on site when additional vehicles are parked in tandem and that MCU20/0097
(Hill Street) reverses directly onto Hill Street.

The subject site has a wide driveway and manoeuvring area that extends across the front of the site as
demonstrated by the photograph above. This area provides good visibility and manoeuvring on and off the
site.

The planning scheme also details that motorcycle spaces can be provided on site in lieu of carparking spaces.
In this instance one additional space is required for the use of the site for short term accommodation which
equates to 4 motorcycle spaces. These spaces can easily be accommodated at the front of the site if required.

The proposed carparking layout is considered appropriate based on the small scale nature of the use with
sufficient carparking available on site.


Additional Item :          Concern with regard to the overlooking from the rear of this site into adjoining
property, in particular from the second level balconies. Five properties are potentially affected by this
overlooking. Please provide how this is proposed to be managed and provide visual representation in your
response.

Applicant’s Response to Item: The subject site is located in an area that comprises a mixture of
permanent and holiday accommodation and it is noted that two of the sites to the rear of the premises
(9 and 11 Oak Street) are currently listed as being available for holiday accommodation
(Planetofhotels.com and Airbnb). The plan below details the location of various short term holiday rental
properties that could be sourced from on line sources.

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To address Councils concerns of overlooking the applicant proposes to undertake the following works
on site:

       Undertake supplementary screen planting along the rear of the premises. The applicant is willing to
        consider a condition in this regard.

       Install Zipscreen blinds to the upper rear balconies to reduce opportunities for overlooking. The
        blinds will be secured in place when used for short term accommodation. The applicant is willing
        to consider a condition in this regard.

The applicant notes that the duplex dwelling was approved by Council and has always detailed the provision
of the rear decks and balconies. The use does not seek to change the building form or function merely enable
it to be used for short term accommodation as well as permanent accommodation.


The applicant considers that they have now responded to Council’s information request and withdraws the
notice stopping the information request period. Could you please provide us with a list of adjoining owners so
that we can commence public notification of the application?

Please contact our Sunshine Coast office if you require any further information and/or clarification.


Yours faithfully,




Nadine Gorton
Senior Planner
martoo consulting pty. ltd