planning report Kabi golf and farm stay STA

6.1 Strategic Framework

The following are the most relevant Strategic Outcomes.


3.3.1   Settlement
   (e) Outside urban and rural residential areas, lands are maintained for their rural, landscape and
       biodiversity values. The hinterland accommodates vibrant villages, rural living, agricultural
       and complementary enterprises, and natural bushland tracts against a backdrop of
       mountains, ranges and waterways.
   (r) A significant proportion of Noosa Council's energy needs are obtained from renewable
       sources and Council has set a target of zero net emissions by 2026.
   (s) Council works with the community to encourage energy efficiency, and take up and
       investment in renewable energy opportunities.
   (t) Development is designed to suit the subtropical climate; to incorporating materials that are
       recycled or have low levels of embodied energy; and to be energy, water and waste efficient.


Assessment
Outcome 3.31 seeks that rural land is kept for agricultural pursuits and complementary enterprises
and seeks to encourage efficient and sustainable building practices. The proposed farm stay
complements the expanding and existing agricultural pursuits in accordance with 3.3.1(e) as
permaculture is not solely a rural enterprise. Rather the proposal integrates residential living with
food production without the need for toxic chemicals and harm to the environment. The farm stay is
part of permaculture experience and will provide benefits not only to the land, but also educates
guests on sustainable farming and living practices that can be undertaken without harm to the
surrounding environment.


The accommodation and new clubhouse will utilise photovoltaic power, collect stormwater and use
a range of natural building materials. The Short term accommodation is complementary to the
agricultural use onsite and will benefit the economy by employing local people and goods.


3.3.4   Biodiversity and Environment
   (h) The quality and quantity of groundwater, surface water and wastewater discharge is
       optimised to minimise impacts to receiving waters, maximise opportunities for reuse,
       recovery and groundwater recharge, protect drinking water supply through provision of
       appropriate buffers and setbacks for new development to waterways and drinking water
       storages to maintain the quality of urban water supplies and future catchment viability. The
       high quality of waters also enhance opportunities for agriculture, fisheries, tourism and
       recreation.
   (v) Sustainable land management practices and effective erosion and sediment controls are
       utilised to protect water quality and catchment health. Land condition and soil health is
       maintained and improved.
   (i) Ecological buffers to wetlands and waterways are provided to protect and improve ecosystem
       health, water quality and habitat for flora and fauna and to support fisheries, recreation,
       tourism and flood regulation functions.
   (j) The Aboriginal cultural heritage values of Noosa Shire are recognised and respected in
       planning and natural resource management-related processes.



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