220420 Response to Information Request · MCU21/0201

        PO14 - Development: has a form and architectural scale that does not dominate the streetscape
        or the surrounding properties;
        PO 15 – Development with frontage to Hastings Street presents a particularly high quality
        streetscape with design elements and building forms that contribute to the creation of an
        attractive, contemporary coastal built form that defines rather than dominates, the street and
        public spaces;

        It is noted that the design does not comprise colours, textures and materials which
        complement the natural environment and therefore does not contribute to the creation of an
        attractive, contemporary coastal built form that defines rather than dominates, the street and
        public spaces.

        The current design is not supported.

        Information Required

        3.    Provide amended plans which show compliance with the following provisions in the planning
              scheme:
               i. Noosa Heads Local Plan Code: AO3.2, AO7.5, AO11, PO3, PO7, PO11 and Overall
                  Outcome (h).
              ii. Tourist Accommodation Zone Code: AO14.8, PO14 and PO15.

        Please see attached amended proposal plans demonstrating compliance with the above.

        Regarding PO3 and AO3.2 of the Noosa Heads Local Plan Code, the proposal at hand is not
        required to provide any streetscape improvements. The streetscape and footpath has already
        been constructed to a high standard and no changes are required in this regard. Further, the
        updated proposal plans incorporate appropriate setbacks and a high standard of architectural
        design including appropriate landscape treatment consistent with the streetscape character and
        providing an attractive frontage to Hasting Street.

        The editor’s note associated with PO3 and AO3 of the Noosa Heads Local Plan Code references
        the Framework and Character Plans Planning Scheme Policy for further guidance and context in
        interpreting the local plan. We confirm that the proposal at hand is compliant with the relevant
        sections of the planning scheme policy, including the proposals provision of open space and
        landscape treatments. The proposal at hand provides high quality landscaping which reinforces
        the character of the streetscape. We confirm that the proposed works will not adversely affect or
        impact the existing street tree health or ability to provide extensive canopy coverage and shade.
        While the proposal provides for a very high-quality built form, landscaping and greenery is to be
        the dominant character element. The proposal at hand has taken design inspiration from the
        Hasting Street Visitor Information Centre, identified as a key landmark building. Lightweight
        elements, including recesses, batten screening, eaves and balconies along with landscaping and
        greenery have all been utilised to significantly reduce bulk and scale of the building, presenting to
        the street with appropriate shading indicative of sub-tropical design.

        Regarding PO7 and AO7.5 of the Noosa Heads Local Plan Code, please see updated proposal
        plans which demonstrate compliance. The proposal now provides an articulated roof form. The
        balconies fronting the street incorporate batten screening providing lightweight, textured, and




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