220420 Response to Information Request · MCU21/0201

        A setback of less than 2 & average 4 metres for the second storey and 7 metres for the third
        storey to the front boundary to Hastings Street is not supported by Council.

        Information Required

        2.    Provided amended plans showing the third storey setback 7 metres from the front boundary
              to Hastings Street.

        Please see updated proposal plans which show the third storey setback 7m from the front
        boundary with the exception of the stairs which provide weather protection from Hastings Street
        to Level 3. There are multiple examples of stairs within the setback to Hastings Street and as
        such, the proposal is compliant with PO13

        Design

        The Noosa Local Plan Code require development adjacent to primary streetscape areas (as
        identified in the Hastings Street Strategic Framework and Character Plan) to provide for
        development that facilitates streetscape improvements and complement existing or proposed
        streetscape in the local area. Acceptable Outcome AO7.5 of the Noosa Heads Local Plan Code
        states that design can be achieved through the following:

        a)    Incorporate articulated roof forms which are visible from the street;
        b)    Incorporate a mix of lightweight and textured external building materials or materials that
              reflect the natural environment such as timber and rock face;
        c)    Provide variation through articulation, texture and detailing;
        d)    Incorporate verandahs, open balconies or shaded patios for outdoor living, with open,
              transparent or semi-open balustrades;
        e)    Use understated colour schemes and low-reflective roofing and cladding materials

        The proposal does not comply with (a), (b) and (c). Nor does it comply with AO3.2 and
        corresponding Performance outcome PO3 where development is to contribute to the
        establishment of attractive streetscapes to enhance the character of Noosa Heads. Please note
        that appropriate building setback will assist in the regard. Refer to Item 2 of this Information
        request.

        Moreover, the Overall Outcome (h) requires that development is of a high design quality,
        incorporating low rise contemporary sub-tropical building and landscape design that emphasises
        the casual outdoor lifestyle.

        The proposed design present as substantial bulk to Hastings Street and does not comprise a
        sub-tropical design and therefore does not comply with these outcomes of the Noosa Heads
        Local Plan Code.

        Further, the Tourist Accommodation Zone Code seeks:
        AO14.8 - Subtle changes in colours, textures and materials are used to break up the building
        facades and complement the natural environment.




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