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Planning and Environment Committee Meeting
7 February 2017
ATTACHMENT 1- SUBMISSIONS TABLE
Submitter Comments Staff Response
THEME: SETTLEMENT
Sub-Theme: Urban Footprint
1, 14 Encourage development in current urban areas reducing urban sprawl. Would The submission in part supports a number of proposals within the Discussion
rather see 4 storey apartment blocks in commercial/retail/industrial zones and Paper but mixed use outcomes have limited application across residential
community/medical developments in residential zones than disparate/separate areas.
precincts that force us to drive everywhere. Let's mix it up to ensure a vibrant
liveable and successful green urban environment and a sustainable Noosa.
132 Agree with the concept of not increasing the urban footprint yet have concerns at The concern is noted though there are no significant proposals current for
the proposition of increasing the capacity of hinterland for more intensive tourism tourism developments across the hinterland. The new scheme will continue
and commercial accommodation. to facilitate small-scale and nature based visitor experiences and home-based
businesses where impacts on surrounding land uses are negligible.
132 More effort should be made to focus on redevelopment and renewal rather than The submission supports a number of proposals within the Discussion Paper.
allowing the clearing of undeveloped sites that allow biodiversity off-sets. Allowing There is only limited land area available for development that might involve
developer incentives for redevelopment of sites should be investigated to make land clearing.
this a more viable option.
188 Increase housing in rural towns. The existing towns have capacity for additional housing. The new scheme
should improve housing choice within rural towns particularly Cooroy and
Pomona where transport and urban services are readily available.
Sub-Theme: Subdivision/Infrastructure
22 Need infrastructure to kick off housing boom. The provision of local infrastructure to support development is accepted as
the responsibility of a developer.
75 Layout of towns already done - don't like the narrow streets of development There are issues associated with narrow streets regarding access and parking.
estates. Refer to drafting
80, 121 The “population cap” of 61,500 (with current residents of ca 53,000) should not be The draft South East Queensland regional plan has a horizon of 2041. Using
increased further. The cap must be proactively managed and maintained via Queensland Treasury projections, Noosa’s population will grow to
zoning and other measures in respect of projected population growth in SE approximately 63,000 by that date. The New Noosa Plan is likely to have to
Queensland. There should be no more land-clearing for housing, or indeed other, provide for a population around that figure, which suggests no significant
industrial, commercial or agricultural developments. changes would be required.
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Submitter Comments Staff Response
121 When reviewing existing capacity of infrastructure and service networks the New Noosa PlanThrough the preparation of the new planning scheme and
(specifically in relation to transport) it is imperative that Council consider the concurrent Transport Strategy, Council will work with State Agencies and
increased linkages to connect communities and urban centres of Noosa, transport service providers to improve connectivity and accessibility.
Noosaville, Tewantin and Nambour.
132 Concerns with new amendments allowing small granny flats in existing areas Council will be monitoring the extent of secondary dwellings following
which should be monitored as these could have overtime and result in pressures amendment to The Noosa Plan in 2016 and whether they are resulting in any
on traffic and infrastructure. noticeable change in neighbourhood amenity or pressure on infrastructure.
142 Likes the natural environment and low scale nature of development and wide Noted
roads with big parcel of land.
143 Unitywater nominates the key priorities set out on page 10 of the discussion paper Council staff will work with Unitywater staff in the development of the New
be adopted as the key priorities for preparation of the New Noosa Plan; During the Noosa Plan
preparation of the plan that a collaborative integrated land use and infrastructure
planning process be implemented to quantify an appropriate upper limit on
development and realise innovative low cost solutions to provision of affordable
services that enhance lifestyle and protect public and environmental health.
Council adopt total water cycle management planning as a systemic and
transparent approach to identifying innovative least cost ways to adapt to the
impacts of climate change , improve water quality in natural waterways, reduce
energy consumption, reduce demand on drinking water supplies and potentially
contribute to identification of new employment opportunities. During the
preparation of the plan, Council and Unitywater collaborate on the identification
of options to increase the occupancy of existing dwellings with the objective of
reducing the cost to serve.
31 Would like to see electricity cables all put underground to avoid issues during This is appropriate for new urban development but for the existing electricity
seasonal storms with trees coming down on them causing major outages. network the costs would be prohibitive. New technology for domestic
electricity supply could well reduce the extent of the current network over
time.
Sub-Theme: Built Design and Landscaping
1, 121 Like small village atmosphere of towns and suburbs with roundabouts and minimal Noted
traffic lights. Like the importance of endemic sense of place and local knowledge
needs to be clearly accounted for and acknowledged in the processing of
development proposals across the Noosa Shire.
3,16, 39,47, 56, 66, 75, Encourage the renovation of older character homes rather than replacing them The current Noosa Plan includes provisions for encouraging retention of
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192 with new modern homes that are not designed for the coast and are not “Noosa” existing premises having local heritage value. Those provisions are likely to be
style. Heritage architecture needs to be preserved - consultation forums for each continued into the New Noosa Plan. The submissions highlight instances
area where new housing designs seem somewhat out of character with the locality.
Need more Noosa Design style housing. More recent examples are not consistent. Consider with design issues under the New Noosa Plan.
General amenity of residential areas not as good as is it should be. More focus on
design of buildings and place making needs to be updated
15, 27, 39, 121 Promote more energy efficient building design in both public and private buildings. Consider with energy issues under the New Noosa Plan however it is not likely
More sustainable housing choices. Roof top gardens and solar panels. Need to the scheme will include mandatory provisions on houses.
consider design issues with no extra structure. Cost of approvals need to be
reduced.
16, 27, 141 New developments are more visible now which has changed the natural bush As development occurs, even as allowed for through long term planning
amenity overtime. More landscape greening and screening to reduce visual commitments, the landscape changes as a consequence. New housing areas
impacts of buildings and along main road corridors. We are losing green sense of are landscaped in public spaces and on private house sites. Over time these
identity. Thicken buffer planting so there are no glimpses of suburban fences and landscape plantings will mature and should improve the presentation of these
rooftops form main arterial roads. Noosa's uniqueness is its green landscaped developments. The planning scheme will include landscaping requirements
vegetation and we are losing that. for commercial and multi-residential development to soften the built form.
33 More planting of bare areas, reservations, cross overs, streetscapes to include Refer to relevant Branch in Council
tropical natives like palms, Pandanus, Cordylines, gingers .
45 Cottage style dwellings: Single or two storey cottages of single occupancy (not The submitter’s specific interest is in Boreen Point where there would be little
duplexes or units) in the villages. reason to contemplate attached or semi-attached housing styles. Housing here
and in the other smaller villages is likely to remain detached, either low set or
double storey.
46 Smaller houses - less McMansions which are environmentally unfriendly. The size of the dwelling is most commonly at the choice of the property owner
and frequently reflects the size and value of the lot. Council will explore
whether the new scheme should actively encourage smaller dwellings to cater
for an increasing proportion of 1 and 2 person households.
65, 68, 91 Concern regarding the provisions governing roof form for residential buildings The inclusion of a roof pitch and eaves was a specific decision of Council when
appear to be needlessly prescriptive and make no allowance for innovative and drafting the current Noosa Plan. The basis for that approach was primarily that
site specific responses that may fall outside of the 5 degree minimum pitch and most existing residential buildings in Noosa contained roof pitches and eaves.
600mm eave requirements that have been laid out. Placing rigid controls over Despite the possibility of architectural excellence many flat roofed buildings
building form in this way inhibits architectural excellence. detract from the character of local built form. Staff acknowledge that flat
roofed buildings can be designed in a manner that demonstrates architectural
excellence. Currently a specific Council approval is needed to vary the roof
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pitch and eave requirements and there are many instances where such
approval has been granted.
Staff propose to meet with local architects to discuss the issue further and the
issue will then be referred to drafting.
141 Reconsider the policy of removal of all exotic species from buffer zones and Noosa Refer to Parks Branch.
Woods. We are losing the lush green feel closer to town as well as the cooling
effects.
193 There are many examples of relaxations being given, with little to no thought Planning schemes establish a set of development parameters for all forms of
given to the Noosa Plan and its purpose. I would like to see Council regain control development. However Council is obliged to consider requests to vary these
over these approvals for residential developments and take some responsibility standards. Generally an approval will be given if the variation is relatively
for the streetscape. Neighbours are paying the price of rampant relaxations, and in minor, there is appropriate justification arising from the circumstances of the
many cases there are no extenuating circumstances for the approval. Buildings site and there is no adverse impacts anticipated on nearby properties.
should be designed for the block and its respective boundaries and setbacks, not
the setbacks changed to accommodate a building. I would hope the New Noosa
Plan can take this into consideration and strengthen Council’s powers before the
feel of our neighbourhoods are changed forever.
THEME: HOUSING CHOICES
Sub-Theme: Housing Diversity and Affordability
22, 64 More 2 bedroom units to be built and duplexes with careful development. The submissions received under this sub-theme all acknowledge the disparity
between the housing stock in Noosa Shire (particularly newer housing) and the
28 Council establish a housing plan that would support appropriate population mix. characteristics of Noosa’s population which has an increasing proportion of
older people and a high proportion of 1 and 2 person households. Large, low
29 Suggesting infill with multi storey dwellings / apartments in Tewantin CBD, Noosa
density housing is relatively expensive, whereas there are many residents who
Civic Area and Noosa Junction
do not need or cannot afford such homes.
40 For council to aim for infill needs to allow increased residential and height levels Council has commissioned a study into local housing needs. That Housing
for some buildings. This will allow younger workers to be able to afford to live and Needs Assessment details the substantive effect of this disparity now, and
work here. worsening into the future as our population ages. The Discussion Paper
proposes Council consider new initiatives to improve housing choice and
46, 75,150,151, 189 Shortage of high density affordable accommodation for young working people. address the shortage of smaller and affordable accommodation. The Housing
Also retirement villages needed in town areas. Affordable housing for low income Needs Assessment makes a number of recommendations, including ones to
sectors but not small houses on tiny blocks with high fences. Need to be able to inform planning scheme drafting.
talk to your neighbours and good for social wellbeing.
The draft South East Queensland Regional Plan discusses the concept of
48, 121 Maintain and expand aged care facilities in suitable locations for older and “affordable living” which has regard to not just the cost of housing but also
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differently abled people. Modern sustainable aged care units with solar, tanks and additional costs of residing in fringe areas relating to transport and other
grey water for gardens set around community kitchens with landscaped gardens locational disadvantages. Consequently smaller dwelling opportunities in
and vegetable patches. proximity to central areas with infrastructure capacity are encouraged.
Supports the position that a greater mix of people and ages can provide for a The State Planning policy also requires that the planning scheme provide for
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diverse, accessible and well-serviced housing, highlighting that variation in
complete community. Inappropriate or mismatched housing product affects
affordability and this creates a significant barrier to attracting and retaining the housing size and type, built form, density, cost, adaptability, location and
next generation of our workforce. Allowance for multiple use of commercial space tenure will be necessary.
is important consideration. Addressing this issue will be a key initiative in the drafting of the New Noosa
Plan.
57, 155 Increase permanent apartment living for those that don’t want large homes or
allow more residents in classification of holiday accommodation. More resort style
development, for permanent occupation, a bit further from the tourist hot spots
would be welcome.
77 There remains an acute shortage of affordable student housing within the Noosa
Council area. Lexis is currently in preliminary discussions with a Noosa Junction
landowner who has a desire to construct purpose-built student accommodation.
This would need to accommodate 80 students and be a mix of classroom facilities
and new Noosa Plan would need to allow increases in ground floor area,
population density and carparking.
83 Protection of Caravan Parks from pressures of other developments so alternatives
are impact assessable. Parks offer the option of short term emergency housing
solutions for tenants such domestic violence situations.
83 Adaptable housing - introducing a code to include a percentage of new dwellings
to be constructed in accordance with AS4299. Increase versatility of
accommodation for those with or without mobility impairments or allow residents
to age in place.
131, 144, 145 Increase the role of town centres and villages as mixed use community hubs.
Mixed use must consider the provision of all elements including accommodation,
hospitality, entertainment, retail and commercial.
144, 148 It lacks the opportunity for infill development in town centres for independent
small scale residents for the elderly near town centres where there is no need for
a car. We need less two story townhouses and more single story development to
meet the needs of an ageing population.
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145 At present greenfield developers are able to subdivide the land into large lots and
pass these on to builders with covenants which ensure large houses = large profits.
Developers should be required to provide a well-designed mix with, say 25%
affordable.
149 The secondary unit could be larger, or enlargeable. (In many mature countries all
these needs are met in larger family ‘compounds’ which modify from time to time
as needs change – without having to relocate.) Often the income from secondary
accommodation is not taxed. This should apply to all, but management
responsibility should rest with the owner.
152 Council should look at adopting similar policies as the 'new generation boarding
houses' in Sydney and rooming house policy in Brisbane. This would allow clean
modern affordable options for single people in a safe environment. They are
micro apartments and totally consistent with the global tiny house trend.
157 Feel that with amended secondary dwelling planning, the primary dwelling would
provide much needed housing for families and the secondary dwelling could be
used by singles or couples who don't need so much room but still wish to retain
some privacy. Downsizers then stay in the community they love, families have a
home in the community they love and the rural economy benefits and provides
jobs for our families.
15, 83 Need to allow more duplexes to increase housing density. Up zoning in
appropriate locales from medium to high density close to public transport while
maintaining low max height levels and relaxing car parking provisions for sites in
central zones.
Sub-Theme: Visitor Accommodation
15 Ivory Palms needs to be extended to allow occupation for owners extended to 5 The Ivory Palms development in Hilton Terrace has a condition on its
months. development approval that limits the period of time persons can be resident.
This condition is intended to ensure the complex is used for visitor
accommodation. To vary that condition, an appropriate application must be
made to Council.
32 Retain Halse Lodge and not allow it to be developed into a private residence or Halse Lodge is included on the Queensland Government State Heritage
luxury hotel. Has served the world wide backpacking community as a low cost register such that any significant change to the premises requires government
accommodation and dining option for over 20 years. Should remain as Community approval in addition to any Council approval under the Noosa Plan. However a
review of provisions can be undertaken to ensure the continued use of the
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Services/Open Space Conservation. premises. Refer to drafting.
54 Existing commercial zones don't envisage visitor accommodation. Needs to be The submission raises a valid consideration if there is to be encouragement of
acknowledged for Noosa Junction. The New Noosa Plan needs to protect the residential development in existing commercial centres. The concern is that
interests of the commercial centres against residential concerns. new residents may complain about commercial activities that operate in a
manner that is not conducive to permanent residency in close proximity.
Other areas of south-east Queensland have experienced these circumstances
and further investigation may be necessary to determine appropriate
measures such as protecting the residential building from noise intrusions.
19,87, 115 Recognition of the importance of tourism to the local economy but concern for The remaining submissions under this sub-theme relate to the issue of short-
the emergence of short term visitor accommodation in residential areas and this term visitor accommodation in existing residential areas. Short-term visitor
needs to be managed to ensure that it is not to the detriment of residential accommodation associated with dwelling houses that are accessed via online
amenity with issues around excessive numbers of people in property, noise , booking systems has been increasing dramatically (Between 1,500 and 2,000
vehicle parking and excessive garbage. Air BnB needs more controls as car parking listings in Noosa can be found online through two sites alone, in addition to
an issue on a 4 bedroom home. Suggest minimum and maximum hire limits. others managed through local agencies.) Some of the submissions have been
made by persons who reside near this form of visitor accommodation and who
28, 121, 156 If secondary dwellings are built then will be used for visitor accommodation and are concerned about the local impacts on amenity that arise. Concerns are
should not encouraged. The effect of short term accommodation in residential usually related to additional vehicles and noise. Other submissions support
areas can be damaging for community spirit. This needs to be restricted, regulated this form of accommodation.
and taxed.
Council accepts that there is a prospect of dwelling houses and secondary
Noosa Water is almost fully developed. Restrict overnight rental of housing (Air dwellings being used for visitor accommodation, and this form of
BnB) accommodation is preferred by an increasing proportion of visitors.
38 Issues with houses being converted to student accommodation and houses being According to the submission from the Holiday Rental Industry Association,
rented for short tern visitor accommodation. Large houses becoming party houses such activity is currently a lawful use but this may change with the New Noosa
with vehicles clogging streets and no regard for permanent residents. Plan if it follows the Queensland Planning Provisions Version 4.
This topic will require further investigation in the drafting of the New Noosa
39 Measures to prevent residential housing becoming holiday accommodation (i.e. Plan. That will also be the appropriate time for Council to again consider its
Air BnB, Backpackers) resulting in loss of amenity and causing issues with car policy position about short-term visitor accommodation occurring in dwelling
parking, rubbish etc. Air BNB needs to be charged Tourism levy. Too many getting houses (including home-hosted B&Bs).
away with this and not level playing field for accommodation providers. (x3)
53 The sharing of accommodation, services, experience and so on is an emerging
trend that will continue to shape the way we live and the demand for our built
environment. As such it should be a key consideration in the drafting of the New
Plan. While reference is made to Stayz and AiRBnB we believe a further focus on
the trend of sharing would make The New Noosa Plan more current.
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137 Highlights the economic importance of visitor accommodation to the local
economy and the need for a regulatory framework that allows the industry to
grow in a managed way and supports the Holiday Rental Industry Association
submission (No 138) .
138 The Holiday Rental Industry Association supports the outcomes of the Discussion
Paper and highlights the importance of and the contribution of the holiday and
short term rental industry (HSTR) in achieving these outcomes. Consideration
needs to be given to how HSTR places are assessed under the new planning
scheme and the current definitions of the Queensland Planning Provisions.
Currently they are excluded from the definitions of dwelling house and dwelling
unit. They are included within the broad Column 2 definition of "short term
accommodation" the terminology is considered vague and arguably creates an
undefined land use under QPP. The HRIA would like it to be self-assessable under
the new scheme where a change of use is from an existing lawful dwelling or the
dwelling contains fewer than 4 bedrooms with criteria similar to NSW provisions.
Where outside the criteria the use should be Code assessable with criteria similar
to NSW and in either case the criteria include compliance with the HRIA Code of
Conduct.
Sub-Theme: Residential Density, Building heights and codes
1, 15, 28, 55, 75, 100, Like and support the low building heights. Continue to oppose high rises. Noted
121
16 Fix ambiguity between cut and fill requirements under detached house code + Refer to drafting (Advisory Group)
other provisions
16 Look at including minor building works again. Gatehouses should be exempt and Refer to drafting (Advisory Group)
should just comply with BC.
39 Mandatory 3+6 Metre setbacks make no sense at all. Excessive site cover is also Noted
being approved.
91 The current town plan does not create excellent built outcomes because it The submission highlights one of the aspects of the current planning system
stipulates a number of ‘acceptable’ specific outcomes and then tries to provide regarding the control of development through merit-based codes and suggests
‘acceptable’ solutions. This does not direct, promote, or encourage excellent that this approach will lead to mediocre development forms which manage to
innovative design outcomes, in fact it discourages outstanding built environments. meet the acceptable standard rather than exceed expectations.
The new Town Plan could take an alternative approach, instead of the underlying The subject is worthy of further discussion and will be raised through meetings
base planning strategy being to ‘make poor outcomes acceptable’, it could
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endeavour to ‘encourage and promote excellent design outcomes’. with local architects. However it is difficult to regulate for good design
outcomes and offer some opportunity for innovation and not all building
proponents are in a position to engage talented designers.
147 New developments could have smaller blocks e.g. 400 sq. metres. Older people This can be a consideration for remaining development areas that are
may want to downsize without being forced into a retirement village house which preferably not on the urban fringe. More intense forms of development are
they never own anyway. preferable in locations closer to centres and services.
190 More reasonable size blocks of land - not SMALL like 400m2 but minimum 600m2. Currently there are relatively few lots under 600m2 and where they are more
Units behind Civic are disgusting. More 1 acre blocks available however know that common (such as Tewantin and Sunshine Beach) they are the original
developers won't do that. People want space its only developers saying we want settlement pattern dating back many years.
small blocks. As indicated above large lot housing is not suitable or affordable to all
residents and it is necessary that remaining developable sites offer housing
choices to accommodate the needs of our whole community.
THEME: ECONOMY AND EMPLOYMENT
Sub-Theme: Activity centres
22, 27 Smaller shops selling unique Noosa products. Keep chain stores out. A planning scheme is unable to regulate retail outlets based on the brand of
the operator.
54 New Noosa Plan needs to better cater for mixed use development and encourage Consider with the business opportunities issue.
economic development and be receptive to changing commercial landscape.
Enable redevelopment of sites.
54 The Civic is not a desirable place for accommodation or businesses as currently too The New Noosa Plan is unable to influence the cost of land or of leasing
expensive. Evidenced by most stores being national chains. premises. See also commentary below on the Shire Business Centre.
54 Council needs to look at the definitions of businesses and how these impact on As legal documents planning scheme terminology can be cumbersome and
commercial entities as these are out-dated and need updating. difficult to understand. In preparing the scheme Council will be obliged to
follow a planning scheme structure and definitions regulated by the
Queensland government and so is not at liberty to alter these, however it
should ensure consistency from local government to local government. User
guides also assist the community in their understanding of the scheme.
62 Need expansion of Noosa Civic to go ahead so people spend money in Noosa not It is a reasonable argument to suggest that additional retail in Noosa will
in Sunshine Coast. reduce the amount of escape expenditure to Southern centres such as
Maroochydore. However the Maroochydore centre is the regional centre for
the Noosa community and there will always be a need for residents to visit
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that centre from time to time as it provides a higher order and variety of retail
outlets and other services. Escape expenditure will always be a feature of
Noosa’s retail spending.
67 This submission is from the Queensland Investment Corporation and relates to the The recent Planning and Environment Court appeal in respect to proposed
future planning for the Noosa Shire Business Centre. QIC believes there is a strong additional retail development at the Shire Business Centre has provided a
demand for additional retail floor space in the Shire Business Centre and disagrees considerable amount of expert assessment of the current circumstances in
with the statement that demand for more retail in Noosa will be modest and Noosa of retail and non-retail commercial demand. Other aspects particularly
commensurate with low levels of population increase. There is a need for traffic generation of additional retail were also examined.
additional supermarkets, large discount department store and additional speciality Staff propose a review of the expert evidence and the current provisions for
retail stores to serve the quantified needs of trade area residents. The list of this centre to consider whether a varied approach towards its future
priorities fails to recognise the promotion of retail development in activity centres. development is warranted. This will be done as part of the overall Centres
There is a limited need for commercial office space and other non-retail uses. Strategy as well as more localised master planning. Ideally planning a way
There is sufficient land available in the Shire Business Centre to accommodate forward for the centre will involve discussion with the land owner.
office floor space and non-retail uses and land set aside is vastly in excess of any (At the time of drafting this report, the Planning &Environment Court appeal
long term demand. Retail development in the SBC in stages consistent with had been decided in Council’s favour but the opportunity for the appellant to
community needs will support the State’s and council’s hierarchy of centres in lodge a further appeal was still current.)
particular the role of the SBC as the highest order centre in Noosa.
121 New commercial development should be sustainable relative to population to Council promotes an appropriate hierarchy of centres across Noosa Shire.
ensure Noosa caters for both residents and visitors. However within those centres there is a broad allowance for a range of uses
depending on market needs and the enterprise of the business community.
121 Continue to support and encourage community events, markets and other Refer to Social, Economic Development and Property Branches of Council.
festivals in activity centres and in other suitable locations as well as new outdoor The planning provisions will seek to ensure built form outcomes that create
venues. Improve community access to the hinterland for special events through useable open space amongst buildings.
public and private partnerships. Encourage a balance between commercial and
community use of public land allowing for commercial activities where there is
community benefit.
183 In the longer term the middle of the Civic could be easily modified for Educational Refer to drafting in conjunction with the Shire Business Centre.
and Technical purposes like TAFE/University leaving the northern end as a viable
local shopping area. The Civic 3 site is ideal for medium density
staff/student/affordable accommodation.
Sub-Theme: Emerging Business
1 Need incentives for business and manufacturing to create more diverse Council received a number of submissions proposing better opportunities for
employment opportunities. establishing new forms of business. The Discussion Paper acknowledges that
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16, 132 Flexible plan that allows for changes in economic development opportunities. Council’s regulatory role can provide an environment conducive to business
Allow new businesses to expand and develop and expand our economic diversity. development. It lists a series of priorities for Noosa’s economy and
Need to innovate to respond to changes in business. (21st Century thinking). There employment including support to new priority sectors, cost-effective business
needs to be some consideration within existing urban footprints to adapt to establishment, hubs of creativity and a review of work from home
changing business needs like shared space for start-ups and micro-business. opportunities. These business issues will be the subject of further investigation
in conjunction with drafting the New Noosa Plan.
16, 192 Need more co-working spaces such as Rufus St Precinct. Council also proposes to seek local business input as part of this process.
53 Support further consideration of connectivity and the role of the digital economy Consider with the business opportunities issue.
in Noosa and education and the creation of effective learning centres or nodes.
Specifically there are lessons to learn from the TAFE relocation (Tewantin to The J)
61 Better NBN - work from home opportunities.
111 Diversify options for education and smart business in the industrial areas
158 Mixed use zones - Residential / light industry use like in the Byron Shire where
owners can live above their start up business premise.
159, 192 "Active support for new business owners and young entrepreneurs across all
sectors (E.g. hospitality, arts, service). - Improvement on Council DA and
reassessment of council's restrictions and response to complaints to provide fairer
operating conditions. - Encourage and assist local young entrepreneurial
community to build networks across major cities through partnership events,
workshops etc. Will help to encourage service sector and non-tourism reliant
industry."
160 Assist the development of boutique historic art, food & cultural regions and
provide more effective transport routes to allow a better flow of visitors to this
area.
Sub-Theme: Supporting Business Growth and Education Opportunities to support Local Business
30, 50 Less reliance on tourism - bring a big government agency to Noosa that will See above.
provide higher paid jobs. Need better opportunities for younger generation that is
not just shops
121 Clear and consistent guidelines to support and foster sustainable economic growth
in and across key industries and factor in true triple bottom line sustainability
measures. New employment is enhanced by cultivation of smart, innovative ideas,
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rather than potentially inappropriate development. Noosa council works
collaboratively with external stakeholders to develop innovative local solutions to
regional unemployment. Council should promote and encourage a more
sustainable circular economy within the Noosa Shire to ensure money flows
around small local business rather than out through national and international
chains. Development of Noosa's own complementary currency or local system of
exchange similar to the Bristol pound to support a shop local message.
121,141 Supports home based business and encourage business sharing resources such as
hubs and working spaces. New plan needs to be flexible to allow for start-up small
business egg multiple businesses under one roof , home based business , multi-
purpose spaces and support for new business through mediation/arbitration
rather than fines.
142 Loves Noosa but does not see any future job opportunities in Noosa and will study
elsewhere as impractical.
187 Re-open TAFE college as the creative hub it was designed for and reintroduce
more busking/music events.
3, 46, 61, 111, 191, Need to buy and renovate TAFE building to offer an alternative to Uni. Old Noosa
191 TAFE should be utilised for trade training and revamp or language school.
46, 59 Encourage education facilities including Tech industries. Tertiary education
opportunities for the Noosa Shire.
161 More incentives for a more diverse sustainable economy (clean energy,
sustainable food production, education, arts, etc.) and not just tourism.
162 More educational institutions where we can offer employment! Language
schools, environmental studies, high tech companies, sophisticated designer and
marketing industry studies. We need small, inventive business friendly
environment where young people can try their fresh ideas and of course the big E!
Entertainment industry could be in the forefront along with tourism.
THEME: COMMUNITY WELLBEING
Sub-Theme: Public Realm and Open Space
15 Need more running and walking trails to complement Noosa Headland track. Refer to Infrastructure Planning and Design Branch
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38, 121 If increasing residential density then we must make provision for new community Noosa has large tracts of open space in the form of National Parks, State
open spaces to cater for influx of new residents. New open space in tourist areas Forests and parkland reserves.. The open spaces in the settled areas are under
doesn't benefit locals more pressure due to their proximity and attractiveness, such as the beaches,
Need to be more specific about the design, purpose and nature of the open space Noosa National Park and the riverside parks. Over time this pressure increases.
being conserved and how this links to the biodiversity plan where relevant and It will not so much be the case of providing more open space than considering
how this will be measured and evaluated. Need to consider expanding communal how demands may be met by encouraging use of underutilised and accessible
spaces and amenity to encourage more social interaction in both urban and rural open space areas, particularly in the hinterland.
areas. Encourage linkages to open space networks but also need to improve This is a whole-of-Council issue, through things like the decentralisation of
accessibility of these networks by non private car usage such as park n ride events and construction of parkland infrastructure and improvements in the
facilities, cycling etc. hinterland.
38 Place Sport and Rec facilities into areas where there is younger population and Refer to the Sport and Active Recreation Plan.
families away from Tourist areas (i.e. Girraween, Aquatic centre, AFL Grounds)
48 Community gardens for elderly people to visit and be part of. Refer to the Community Services Department.
121 Consider appropriate open communal spaces in developments for gated Given the appropriate site, land developers may propose gated communities
communities. Strengthen sense of community by fostering connectivity and however Council does not specifically encourage them. It is a housing option
wellbeing through carefully planned shared open space to engender a village feel. preferred by some members of the community, often retirees who appreciate
the security and the communal facilities, generally achieved through a group
title or other central ownership such as that allowed through the
Manufactured Home (Residential Parks) Act. There would be few remaining
urban sites suitable to accommodate such development.
56, 190 Interpretive walks from Noosa Heads / National Parks. Refer to Infrastructure Planning and Design Branch
Trail network linking Wooroi to Lake Macdonald
Sub-Theme: Tourism and Events
1, 12 Good mix of events throughout the year. Could increase live music events and These submissions mostly recognise the value of holding special events for
buskers both the community and visitors. However there is a dissenting voice
regarding an over-abundance of events and associated visitors.
15 More sports events year round so cafes/restaurants/accommodation are not so
seasonal Tourism is a priority sector for the Noosa Shire economy and part of our point
of difference are experiences focused on the natural environment, sport and
15 Promote Tourism in the Hinterland eg Tours. recreation, healthy lifestyles and consumption of locally produced food. There
is perhaps a need to decentralise events and visitor accommodation /
47 Recognise the value of and inspiration of the Floating Lands Festival plays to this experiences so that visitors and newer residents can appreciate the Noosa
artistic community and its value as a tourist drawcard. Hinterland as well. The New Noosa Plan is likely to facilitate small scale, rural
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56 Tourism planning and business planning and the Noosa Plan need to be integrated or nature-based visitor accommodation, health retreats, outdoor recreation,
cooking schools, art studios and farm gate sales in the hinterland where they
57 Too many events, too many visitors, too busy. Restrict these events with no can successfully co-exist with established rural uses.
fireworks in the Biosphere. Refer to Economic Development and Community Development Branches.
Disband Tourism Noosa - i.e. no more promoting Noosa as we don't need it. Keep
as it.
60, 61 Need for the Noosa Plan to make provision for suitably zoned land for an eco- Any proposal for an eco-tourism lodge does not need a specific zone in order
tourism lodge in the vicinity of Mt Cooroora (outside Tuchekoi National Park) for a development application to be made. It is not appropriate for Council to
Similar to Binna Burra. There should be a motel in town area also should there be make assumptions about where such uses should occur and to zone
enough demand. accordingly. Proposals such as this should come through a development
application process that enables the local community to consider a specific
proposal and inform Council of its opinions prior to a decision being made.
163 The tourism industry provides a substantial positive impact on the local economy Noted
Sub-Theme: Indigenous Culture and Heritage
100, 101, 103,104, Support to enhanced biodiversity and cultural heritage including better The submissions raise a range of issues regarding the Kabi Kabi people and
105, 106, 107, 108 acknowledgement of Kabi Kabi and Aboriginal cultural heritage. These can be their circumstances as traditional owners of the Noosa area. These are
achieved by important issues to the future of Noosa but are mainly beyond the scope of
Completing mapping and recordings of the hundreds of Aboriginal sites the New Noosa Plan. Refer to Community Services Department.
throughout the Noosa Shire, Refer the Council building site to the local heritage issue.
Acknowledging for example, that the Noosa Council building at Tewantin
sits on top of a recorded Aboriginal site (this is not shown in your
heritage layer for the New Noosa Plan),
Work to establish a Kabi Kabi Aboriginal Ranger program,
Include Kabi Kabi people and Aboriginal people in the recovery of the
Noosa River and catchment fisheries and shellfish beds, and
Provide opportunities for Kabi Kabi people to access affordable housing
and to be able to live on their traditional estates.
THEME: TRANSPORT AND MOVEMENT
Sub-Theme: Traffic Congestion
36 Believes that we should have a "Very Fast Train Service" that operates from Not a matter for the New Noosa Plan
Brisbane, Cooroy and Gympie. Would enable people and goods to travel in 30
minutes to BNE from Cooroy. Would be time effective and create additional
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housing of up to 5000 in the Cooroy area due to the speed of this service.
39, 168 Scooter road for Noosa as alternative to roads and make it safer for bikes Refer to the Transport Strategy
39 Scooters create more noise and pollution and contradicts Biosphere aims Not a matter for the New Noosa Plan
55, 121 Keep roundabouts and no traffic lights. Noted
131 Council's Transport Strategy must consider parking demand in a broader context Refer to the Transport Strategy
of public transport and accessibility.
Sub-Theme: Parking
1 No more car parking as this will just increase traffic. The submissions offer a range of views about current car parking issues and
potential solutions. Note there are further submissions about parking
19, 87 Multi story car parks with resident street parking free and paid for visitors referenced in the Locality sections later in this report.
28 Restrict permanent parking of boats, trailer etc. on the streets. The New Noosa Plan can have two primary roles in relation to car parking.
These are the specifications for the numbers of car parking spaces to be
38 Car parking for older residents needs to be addressed as well as at Girraween and provided on a development site and provisions for car parking requirements of
Wallace Park. Parking at Noosa Heads Lions park only creates more issues. Move development to be met by way of a contribution to a public parking scheme
away from these areas into Park and Ride shuttles managed by Council. The current Noosa Plan includes a specific policy on
scooter parking as a proportion of parking spaces.
46 Carparking in the areas like AFL Grounds and Civic for park and ride options
including shuttles to National Park. Parking along Noosa Parade when filled up Most of the submissions are about the operational aspects of providing and
with boats is an issue too. managing parking and its impacts and are not related to the New Noosa Plan.
Refer those submissions to the Transport Strategy.
54, 87 Car parking rates for developments needs to be reviewed and seriously impacting
on urban design and resulting in developments being surrounded by masses of car
parking.
168 More Scooter parking
Sub-Theme: Active and Public Transport
1, 19, 21, 39, 46, Very good bus service. Increase frequency of free buses and have (free) shuttles The submissions offer a range of ideas about potential improvements to active
54,55, 57,87, 121, 163, for the Junction to Hastings Street. Electric Buses. Council should initiate a shuttle and public transport. However these ideas are transport issues that are not
164, 165 service from Hastings St, Sunshine Beach, Noosa Junction, Noosa River /Noosaville. related to the New Noosa Plan. Refer these submissions to the Transport
Levy all commercial properties enroute. This will alleviate parking issues. Also Strategy
consider paid parking. Park and ride and more utilisation of buses.
3 Need a daily bus services form Noosa to Brisbane return as hard to get to
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Nambour.
15,100, 121 More off road cycle pathways, wider shoulders on roads where no cycle paths.
Promote biking with Public Bikes and E-Bikes and widen pathways.
21, 27, 57, 190 Free ferry rides for residents. Public transport on the Noosa River should be
increasing focus in conjunction with commercial operators.
33 Changing all buses to electric and reducing their size with more incentives for
electric cars and bikes.
39, 142 Public transport is not good and costs too much in Noosa. Need affordable
transport options for workers - get rid of Blue buses and replace with smaller
affordable shuttles.
45, 191 Rail link from Eumundi to Noosaville. The train network should be extended to
include coast.
46 Bike path from Nancy Cato Park to Hastings Street to avoid traffic and tackling
park cars.
61, 168 Cycling can be accommodated with better urban bikeways with
tunnels/bridges/overpasses. The off road cycle paths should be extended from
Cooroibah to Boreen Point.
121 Industrial areas to be services by alternatives to private car usage to reduce
dependence on private vehicles.
121 Concern about continuation of long term contracts with Translink and the
difficulties this will have with moving towards zero net emissions and trialling new
innovations. There is a need for greater integration of transport modes with the
ferry, buses, scooter and bike hire . Need to link open space and community
events with better public transport to reduce car parking and traffic issues. Look at
reintroducing travel smart programs for behaviour change and reduce private car
usage. Need to expand free bus service with pilot programs like restricting car
access to the national park and Hastings street between certain times. Council
staff to show model behaviour and introduce a fleet of scooters , eBikes for
Councillor and staff use. Bike to work days and car free days. Reduce car parking
time limits in Hastings Street and the surrounds during peak times.
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THEME: BIODIVERSITY AND ENVIRONMENT
Sub-Theme: Vegetation Management
1, 121, 170 Need to have stricter regulations on tree clearing on urban blocks. Planning The current Noosa Plan was recently amended to reintroduce provisions
guidelines need to set down clear requirements for relocating native species if dealing with vegetation management. These provisions are extensive and
someone is planning to develop any or all of the native land. require Council approval to most interference with vegetation. However there
are allowances for development sites where buildings and services including
roads are approved to be located.
Relocation of existing native vegetation is not a current option and would
likely be both costly and incurring a high failure rate.
16 Like leafy environment. Do we have to always encourage natural landscapes as Council’s policies do specifically prefer plantings selected from species
they are changing the amenity from tropical to dry. Appear less green in colour indigenous to the area. However there is also some allowance for non-natives.
overall. The Parks and Natural Areas team would be consulted on preferred species
lists for the New Noosa Plan.
26, 64, 80, 100, 121 Maintain and strengthen biodiversity conservation and sustainability across the These submissions propose a number of initiatives towards better care of our
shire. Encourage more native tree planting and understory plants for birds. There local environment. Generally these are of an operational nature and are not
is a growing need for local recognition of, and proactive management of impacts capable of being effected through the New Noosa Plan. Refer these
and threats to endemic threatened and endangered species, notably koalas. I submissions to the Biodiversity Plan.
support Land for Wild Life and Voluntary Conservation agreements, Bushcare and
river-care groups (e.g. NICA). Strongly support sustainably produced local food,
provided no further natural vegetation is cleared for such production. I also
support planned reforestation of native flora and riparian planting. In particular,
we are looking forward to maintaining native vegetation cover and ensuring
further fragmentation does not occur, and is rectified wherever possible. We
would support greater efforts to retain native species on private land. Urge council
to recognise the value of native vegetation and wildlife corridors in land adjacent
to Noosa Shire (i.e. Coolum/Peregian Springs)
121 Natural Resource Management. The New Noosa Plan must direct the protection of The New Noosa Plan will likely continue provisions similar to the current plan
these natural resources to ensure there is no interference with that, as some past in relation to mapping important biodiversity areas and requiring
developments have strongly attempted. Such development could have consideration to the natural values within those areas when assessing
permanently changed the entire character of the Shire and its ecosystems. development applications, by way of overlay mapping and associated codes.
Strengthen laws and penalties to those that damage our natural environment.
Provide increased protection for dunal systems and turtle habitat.
132, 139, 187 Support the undertaking of new biodiversity mapping within the Shire which aligns This is being undertaken with the Biodiversity Plan.
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with Councils Biodiversity Plan. There is a need for better Koala Habitat mapping.
Recognition that Noosa Council is the key habitat for Mary River Cod as well as the
Ground Parrot and Glossy Black Cockatoo.
134, 154, 184 Need to incorporate a buffer to the south of the shire to create an inter-urban While Noosa Council can monitor and provide feedback to Sunshine Coast
break between Noosa shire and Sunshine Coast Council to achieve the outcomes Council about proposed development in its northern area, the primary
of the Discussion Paper as the philosophies in respect to development are at odds. responsibility for planning and development rests with that Council. The map
Vegetation clearing and habitat loss and fragmentation of land will continue right below is an extract from the current strategic plan for the Sunshine Coast
up to the southern border, making it increasingly difficult to maintain or achieve region and the only areas designated for more intensive use than rural are the
connectivity between core habitats and significant wetlands as well as protect the existing developed areas of Peregian Springs and Doonan.
water quality of Lake Weyba. Noosa needs to consider the implications of what is
happening on its southern boundaries and have a strategic approach to ensuring
the Noosa values and lifestyle can be sustained.
169 Link the national park corridors - buy back land that breaks these nature corridors
with the environment fund. Buy back as much land around Lake Weyba that is
within the Sunshine Coast Council to protect the water feeds and over-
development. Areas such as Peregian Springs & Weyba Downs in Sunshine Coast
are being damaged by new residential development on land that was rural , with
very poor & inadequate infrastructure, pedestrian access and public transport.
190 Would like to see more backburning of forest areas to reduce risk of bushfires. Refer to the Biodiversity Plan
Sub-Theme: Rivers and Waterways
17 Setbacks on riparian corridors - unclear if 10m as currently fencing is closer than The New Noosa Plan will likely continue with provisions that offer protection
this. to riparian corridors from the impacts of development. This is currently
provided by way of overlay maps and code provisions.
46 Erosion issues on the river banks needs addressing and much caused by larger
The remainder of these submissions relate to management issues associated
boats on the river with 20 knot speed limit.
with waterways and the Noosa River. Refer to the Planning and Environment
46 Suggest retaining walls along river banks to avoid areas slipping away into the Branch
river. Erosion in these areas is high.
51 The Noosa River is choking with sand and silt. Replace mouth back to the way it
was. May cause houses to disappear but this is the price we should pay for altering
a natural water course and protecting multi-million dollar properties.
28, 191 All efforts should be made to remove permanent houseboats from Noosa River or
ensure they are paying for usage of the river for rates/sewage etc.
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Sub-Theme: Fauna Management
19 Impact of fireworks on migratory birds needs to be considered. Balance of Refer to Property Section and Biodiversity Plan
environment vs. economy.
THEME: NATURAL HAZARDS AND RESILIENCE
120 Ensure development in areas at risk of natural hazards is compatible with the Refer to drafting.
nature of the hazard and does not place people, property, economic activity, social
wellbeing and the natural environment at risk. Adopt appropriate mitigation or
adaptation measures.
Sub-Theme: Flooding
28 Flooding is a concern particularly into the canal. These submissions raised concerns about general adverse effects of flooding.
It is a general principle that development should avoid flood affected areas
61 Flooding causes seepage from old septic tanks into river and lake. and the effects of flooding be accounted for in the development of
infrastructure.
69 Flooding of main access roads and bridges always and ongoing concern.
20 Flooding issues causing environmental damage
Sub-Theme: Climate Change Impacts
80 In respect of sea level rise, coastal and riparian areas will become increasingly These submissions raised a number of anticipated impacts and potential
prone to inundation (e.g.. Hastings St. precinct and the tidally influenced areas of responses associated with climate change. Council is undertaking a major
the Noosa River through Noosaville and Tewantin), and a staged retreat in the project, with support from a Queensland government grant, to better
decades ahead will be unavoidable. Similarly, the dune systems of the ‘open coast’ understand predicted impacts of climate change and to identify potential
(e.g. Sunshine Beach) will be increasingly prone to erosion, and coastal housing adaptation measures.
there will be at risk. A significant focus on self-reliance, particularly in respect of Refer to submissions to the Climate Change Adaptation Project.
water and food supply, energy (including development of solar-powered micro-
grids and use of biogas from waste), medical and emergency services, and
employment, will be crucial in the decades ahead.
121 Additional to the key actions and outcomes in the Discussion Paper, it is
recommended that Council consider a systematic risk assessment tool and set of
measures using current GIS mapping and other data analysis software. Develop a
clear understanding of what regional resilience entails drawing upon the work of
Walker and Salt, 'the essence of resilience lies in the capacity of a system to
absorb change and disturbances and still retain its basic structure and function - its
identity'. (Walker 2006). Council is encouraged to do more to build community
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resilience through the building of strong community networks and relationships as
outlined throughout our submission.
139 Include Water Sensitive Urban Design principles in new developments and factor
in climate resilient drinking water supply into new developments as well as retro
fitting of existing communities investigated as well as recycled water and
stormwater harvesting.
139 Incorporate climate change impact strategies for freshwater aquatic systems such
as Six Mile Creek. Ensure free passage of fish and stream flows are regulated.
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LOCALITY: SHIRE WIDE
5, 9, 10, 19, 56, 75, Noosa is a great place to live, please don’t change anything. It’s unique due to its These submissions and many attendees at the consultation stands comment
118, 121 natural landscapes and amenity. Each village has a unique identity and sense of that overall Noosa is a great place to live and that it has an extraordinary
place. landscape of great beauty.
15 Better signage and wayfinding for visitors. Refer to Transport Strategy
27 Setbacks for sheds - has seen long shed (15m) only 1.5m from boundary Refer to drafting
27 Concerned with tone of Discussion Paper around commercial uses on foreshore. The Discussion Paper acknowledges tourism remaining as a key part of
Inferring foreshore uses are inferior to others. Noosa’s future economy. It is agreed that water-based businesses are an
important segment of the opportunities on offer to visitors.
27 Noosa river boating users and ferries are key driver for local economy. Should
The Discussion Paper separately noted that there have been instances of
come through in the planning scheme.
foreshore businesses expanding into public spaces and that the matter is
126 The Discussion paper mentions that Tewantin is the getaway to the river. However under review. It also proposes that commercial land uses on Noosaville
this should be amended to be Noosaville as that is where the majority of the foreshore be restricted to a marine function. These statements were not
commercial and private boating activities start and conclude. The paper also intended to infer that the role of the foreshore businesses is less important to
mentions to the need to support the river related businesses at the Tewantin other businesses.
Marina and would like this to be extended to support the established and Refer to the Noosaville Foreshore Master Plan.
significant commercial businesses already operating in Noosaville and Noosa
Heads. In addition the New Noosa Plan should recognise that the success of the
tourist experiences on the River is due to the services and facilities offered from
commercial jetties and that Gympie Terrace be recognised as its own economic
zone of significance. They support the outcomes for Noosaville in the discussion
paper and commend the preparation of a new foreshore master plan, however
wold like more positive wording around use of commercial jetties rather than
using the terminology about commercial jetties needing to be restricted. Would
like Council to consult with existing commercial land use holders before approving
other commercial activities in adjoining areas and establish a process to ensure
commercial lessees are consulted if applications are sought to use adjoining public
land for commercial uses. We oppose the prevalence of commercial operators
working out of trucks in public areas, commercial companies operating from public
boat ramps and tour companies collecting passengers from public carparks instead
of a commercial site which holds proper insurances. Any future limits on signage
need to recognise the need for those operating on the foreshore to have signage
on all 4 sides of buildings and exempt directional signage etc. to be exempted
from the limit.
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19, 28, 80, 121, 139 Enforced population cap should be key feature and include visitors into the The New Noosa Plan will set potential development yields for all properties in
resident numbers. Include overnight rentals in visitors’ area. Consideration should Noosa and thereby provide a theoretical cap to development, particularly
be given to basing this on water catchment requirements. dwellings. However it cannot control the actual number of people occupying
the dwellings. Similarly with visitors.
28 Technology is rapidly changing. Will include driverless cars, drone technology, Noted
online shopping deliveries and less retail space needed.
33 Solar farm supplying electricity to the Noosa area. Noted
41 Under SEQ Plan and Noosa Plan 2006 contained settlement should be within close Refer to drafting
proximity to transport, schools community facilities and shops. Request that NSC
carefully consider in the New Noosa Plan the continued demand for residential
development in Noosa Shire.
52 Signage too large - i.e. commercial signage in Lake Webya Drive needs to be Refer to advertising signs issue
reduced. Also the sandwich style boards stick out onto the footpath. These should
be not allowed as they are hazards.
53 The New Noosa Plan and related codes will need to be formed in such a manner to The New Noosa Plan will look to offer more opportunities in this regard.
accommodate innovation and disruption while maintaining the Noosa experience.
66 Create a unique style at Noosa Main Beach (i.e. St Tropez style) with lounge bars Development in these areas is largely completed. The submission relates to
along beach front. Include indigenous elements. Include areas like Noosa Hill (i.e. the character of businesses that establish in the area.
the old Cocos at Little Cove) and Noosa Botanical Garden in Cooroy. More Refer to Property Section and Economic Development.
entertainment options and cultural stimulation.
59 Stop building houses on the waterfront. Development entitlements accrue from zonings under the planning scheme.
Council is not likely to zone new waterfront areas for housing development,
however nor is it likely to remove existing landowners’ rights to build a home.
Setbacks to waterways apply.
92 Suggest including the concept of "gateway/entry" point would provide an Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design Branch
excellent opportunity to strengthen the sense of entry into Noosa Region.
121 Supports the key general priorities in the Discussion Paper and adds the following: Consider this submission with drafting. Council has no option but to comply
Need to establish a clear set of definitions for terms such as sustainability and with the new South East Queensland Regional Plan. In general the policies of
resilience with clear measurable metrics to make them meaningful; Need to draw the draft South East Queensland Regional Plan are appropriate and contribute
on the Biosphere principles of man living in harmony with the environment to to a good planning framework for the region.
inform objective so the plan; Objectives of the New Noosa Plan should not be
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overridden by the South East Qld Regional Plan currently out for consultation; and
New Noosa Plan needs to be carefully deliberate in attempts to monitor the
balance of harmony between man and the environment.
121 New theme of Social Wellbeing which picks up the issue of inequity across the Note responses above relating to improving the housing options and
socio-economic brackets within Noosa Shire. The New Noosa Plan must address affordable living. Refer to Community Services Department.
the growing divide between the haves and have-nots in our community and
support work carried out by not-for-profit organisations working in this area.
Another outcome of the Discussion paper for consideration in the New Noosa Plan
should be Noosa Shire is reducing levels of socio-economic disadvantage and the
associated challenges through improved access to services, amenities and
meaningful community engagement.
132 More prescriptive application of the New Noosa Plan with less discretionary Planning schemes are required to be written to accommodate merit-based
powers to override the planning scheme. assessment of development proposals. Council will continue to use its
discretion where it feels it is necessary and seeks to provide a balance
between certainty and allowing for innovation where site-specific
circumstances warrant it.
141 Keep up the good work. Can’t think of another country shire that has as much Noted
diversity with backpackers and retirees, cultural diversity, great beaches and
national parks and increased visitor attraction to the hinterland and benefits that
the tourist economy brings.
LOCALITY: HINTERLAND AND RURAL AREAS
17, 71, 73, 76, 79, 90, Need of overlays on rural properties is an issue as inaccurate links and mapping. Refer to drafting to check these concerns
112, 113 Need to ground truth mapping.
17 Ag conservation areas - seems left over from other overlays. These areas don’t Council has endorsed an Agricultural Study which has reviewed the mapping
seem viable in their own right of agricultural lands undertaken since the development of the current Noosa
Plan.
17, 56, 120, 121 Issues with Hobby/Lifestyle farms not being looked after by absent owners. Not a matter for the New Noosa Plan.
Overrun with weeds from lifestyle acreage properties. Tug of water between
industry and lifestyle.
17, 21,27, 34, 50, 172, Allow subdivision of small lot off 100acre+ lot to boost farm funding / viability Council cannot approve the subdivision of rural properties located within the
190 Regional Landscape and Rural Production Area designation under the South
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34, 69, 99, 120, 121, To improve rural enterprises we need smaller rural acreage subdivisions while still East Queensland Regional Plan unless they are 200 ha in size, as the minimum
174, 175 maintaining large parcels of land. Increase rural zoning usage to allow small scale permissible lot size is 100 ha. The draft regional plan continues that
business to exist or partial rezoning of existing rural to rural/residential on major requirement.
thoroughfare roads for increased visitor use. Allow more road side shops selling The current Noosa Plan does not prevent applications for small scale business
produce and arts and crafts. activity in rural localities though they must be assessed on their merits. The
New Noosa Plan is likely to continue with that approach.
61 Consider a "Fibre" Farm with bamboo, industrial hemp and ramie which could be
grown in the rural areas and include café/restaurant, artists retreat. Provisions for secondary dwellings are already included for rural areas and
farm-share or leasing arrangements are possible.
69 On large rural blocks over 40 acres ease restrictions of no subdivisions or
secondary housing as they mean all residences are committed to home live in use
resulting in no rental housing available.
17 More signage in general for tourists including Dr Pages Rd . Include tourist areas Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design and Economic Development
like Dogwood trees, Salmon lookout, Mothar Mountain rock pools. Branches.
50, 120 Rural opportunities are limited and sustainable management of rural land is not Council has endorsed an Agricultural Study that overviews the history of
well understood. Review the animal carrying capacity model. agricultural activity in Noosa Shire, considers competing values and the future
of agriculture in the region. The study also reviews the mapping of agricultural
120, 121, 139 Ensuring policy in the plan is mutually supportive; need clear definitions for lands undertaken since the development of the current Noosa Plan. The study
assessment of key concepts such as sustainability; an improved scope of what is makes a series of recommendations about agriculture and the New Noosa
acceptable agriculture (no applications required) and where relevant application Plan. The study notes deriving a worthwhile income from agriculture is
costs to be related to the size of the proposed activity, allowing local business to important to its continuation and contribution to the local economy and is
start small and grow; Encouraging diversity and economic viability; realise the broader than just the direct benefits of food production. There are also
opportunity for Noosa to become a leader in innovation, environment, social and recommendations around preventing the encroachment or alienation of
economic planning particularly in the area of rural enterprise and food production; incompatible land uses on good quality agricultural land. Also opportunities
consistency between council staff in the implementation of the plan and for complimentary uses that support the viability of agriculture are to be
guidelines; concerns that previous consultations with primary producers were not examined
heard , increasing apathy towards Council, the process and the plan; guidelines for
Council proposes to review animal farming provisions in the New Noosa Plan.
community members who live in rural areas and what is accepted and what is not;
the impact of the South East Qld Regional Plan and its overarching impact on the
Noosa Plan.
120, 121 Need to protect Noosa's valuable farmland from further encroachment of the
urban footprint. Where land is unsuitable for agriculture consideration for
subdivision provided that it is regenerated for biodiversity corridors.
132 Whilst smaller B and B and farm stay accommodation is desirable and can occur
without conflicts with traditional agricultural uses, should council allow larger
scale tourism facilities , it is inevitable that planning conflicts will occur.
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Developers are already seeking to exploit rural settlement zones for health and
wellbeing, hospice or other uses with little connection to land and the desired
outcomes for land designated as Regional Landscape and Rural Production. We
object to any proposed rezoning of land from rural to rural residential and any
proposal with up to 30 guest plus staff is an urban development.
139 Continued recognition of the ecosystem services that the rural areas of Noosa
contribute, recognition and support for best practice land management and allow
for appropriate rural enterprise with reasonable infrastructure demands and
protect good agricultural land from fragmentation.
50 Why stop intensive farming - like to see a boutique feedlot boning room
enterprise. Boning rooms are limited in number by Department of Primary
Industries. These already exist in locality but more should be allowed.
50 Free range chicken farming is not intensive enough and won't feed a family.
171 Intensive farming should have no place in Noosa. Noosa should be known for its Council proposes to review animal farming provisions in the New Noosa Plan.
great environment and encouragement of environmentally friendly farming
practices, rather than an area where intensive farming of any type blots the land,
air and waterways with its dust, waste and other by-products.
120 Need to maintain rural road infrastructure linkages in any new policy setting. Noted
120, 174 Consider the use of underutilised rural land for eco-living with low impact If aging rural land owners want to remain on their property but no longer in
affordable housing. Witchcliffe in WA example. the main house they have the ability to build a small secondary dwelling,
however these cannot be subdivided. Any other form of multiple permanent
residences is not permissible in rural areas. (See South East Qld Regional Plan)
120, 121 Use mapping overlays to protect biodiversity corridors and values, waterways and Overlay mapping and codes are the usual approach to acknowledging these
riparian zones over public and private land. Using mapping to protect good quality values in the development assessment process.
agricultural land from development and further fragmentation. Protect water
catchments and key resource areas that can be sustainably extracted for local
construction industries.
121 Country Noosa is concerned about the interpretation of applying a rural residential Council proposes a review of the agricultural development provisions to
zone on acreage lots where rural living is the preferred dominant use - allow only determine whether there can be better approaches to protecting agricultural
discrete rural enterprise with no external impacts. This will increase buffer zones interests.
and separation distances impacting greatly on already existing rural enterprise and
significantly reduce the prospect of making many rural properties financially
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viable.
121 Need an overarching Noosa Plan for Hinterland with particular reference to This submission is advocating a plan that is distinctive from a land use-based
improve the economic viability of primary production. Support and help other planning scheme. Refer to relevant branches of Council.
agencies to build on existing recycling operations across Noosa such as second
hand shops, recycling services, repair centres, product development through re-
use, resource sharing initiatives across community organisations etc.
176 Balance residential growth with increased infrastructure in the towns. Planning New residential developments contribute towards the upgrade of local
consent granted for more dwellings increases demands for the services in infrastructure but this is primarily limited to essential services such as water,
hinterland towns and we must avoid overcrowding and loss of their appeal. sewerage, roads and pathways. The ability for towns to expand is modest.
17 Keep rural amenity - no expansion of urban boundary. The draft South East Queensland Regional Plan proposes no changes to Urban
Footprint boundaries. This will retain the current extent of potential urban
development.
18 Don’t allow further subdivision in rural area. Subdivision in rural areas is restricted by the South East Queensland Regional
Plan. Minimum lot size of 100ha applies unless in a Rural Residential Zone.
20 Population has increased but services have diminished. Noted
20 Heritage needs to be showcased in areas. Need to include Interpretive signage of Refer to Community Service Department
history.
35 Do not support in anyway the business at 1 Kingsgate as a business. They have If the use is lawful the New Noosa Plan cannot prevent it continuing. Refer to
turned the "shop" into a restaurant and it now causes major issues for residents in Planning & Environment Branch
the street. Would like this addressed in the Plan
46 Country areas can have larger blocks at lower prices to keep costs low. Subdivision is not permitted in rural areas unless the lot exceeds 200ha.
59 Love trail network in Hinterland. Would like to see it extended Council has no current plans to extend the network but may consider this in
future capital works.
59 More opportunities for jobs for young people in rural areas.-I.e. apprenticeships. Not a Planning Scheme matter
61 Small acreage community could be established on Dr Pages Rd if an adequate No additional rural residential land can be zoned at this locality. (See South
Flexilink cab/transport system is available. East Qld Regional Plan)
124 Consideration to allow subdivision of a 2ha property at Sunset way, Cooroibah into This land is adjacent to the settlement of Cooroibah and is included in the
5-20 lots. Rural Settlement Zone. It is designated Rural Living under the South East
Queensland Regional Plan. The land currently has no further subdivision
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entitlement. General planning principles in place currently give preference to
new dwellings being located in close proximity to services and facilities. This
means development is more efficient and in the long term more affordable.
LOCALITY: HINTERLAND VILLAGES
16 Regarding Songbird Estate, Pomona - setbacks in the schedule for the rural Songbird Estate is more consistent with urban housing than Rural Settlement.
settlement zone should be standard to accommodate decks/patios as most blocks Refer to drafting for a review.
only just over 1000sqm. Gate houses should only need to comply with the Qld
Development Code.
60 Businesses in Pomona would like to see some additional subdivision similar to There is moderate capacity for additional residential development within
Songbird Estate so as increase the viability of their businesses. Pomona. However rural residential developments such as Songbird Estate are
not permissible in existing rural areas.
18 Pomona - Trees along Hill Street, around Railway Station Art Gallery and replace Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design Branch
trees removed in Cooran. More trees in along roadsides with colour like an "entry
statement"
18 Keep village feel of Pomona. Cooroy too busy. Pomona slowly increasing in trade Noted
18 Pathway from Memorial Ave - AFL Grounds- Highfield Rise to allow more walking Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
to /from Pomona.
18 Mt Cooroora getting busier. Need better parking facilities and upgrade to Stan Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
Topper park as a destination park.
18 Parking in Pomona busy even on quiet days and increase in time on market days. Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
18 Pomona to have a Tertiary campus (satellite base) Not a Planning Scheme matter
20, 47, 59, 66, 69, 75, Ensure there is a public transport option available for residents of hinterland Public transport in the hinterland was a common theme from submissions.
120, 188, 189 villages. More bus services and infrastructure to Kin + Pomona + Tuckekoi. Include Refer to Transport Strategy.
bus stops for safety and earlier and later services (x 4 ) Bus services not consistent
to Cooran. Stop at Fire station instead of Gen store. Bus shelters and electric buses
circulating hinterland area.
18, 60 Pomona - Stronger protection for Art Deco building features. To preserve The Noosa Plan 2006 includes some provisions for encouraging the retention
character of Pomona the building design in Pomona should have restrictions with of heritage buildings of local significance. The issue can be further explored as
an emphasis on similar pitched roof design, material and colour. possible design guidelines developed through local area planning. Refer to
drafting.
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60 Pomona is best placed to be Noosa Shire’s rural service town and Pomona should Cooroy has some physical and locational advantages over Pomona in terms of
be considered as the central hub for processing and food transformation activities services, access to the highway and flood free industrial land. However this
(a rural enterprise zone) does not mean Pomona could not make a significant contribution to the rural
service industry and food production sector. Through development of the
planning scheme consideration will be given to this matter.
60 New Town plan for Pomona should allow for residents to subdivide larger blocks Pomona already has a substantial number of properties zoned for semi-
(in town area) for duplexes and townhouses. Particular corner blocks that can attached housing where development potential has not been taken up,
have 2 separate driveways. despite reticulated sewerage now being available. There may be additional
opportunities for increased housing choice and this will be looked at in
detailed local area planning. Refer to drafting.
60 New housing in Pomona Town areas close to transport, shops and town centre for Through careful consideration Council will need to determine to what extent
elderly that is affordable and an alternative to nursing homes and farmers who no Pomona is able to grow. Housing choice is currently limited but the capacity
longer farm can live in the same rural setting close to friends etc. Young people of the current scheme has not been taken up and some land currently in a
should be allowed to live above shops. Pomona has vibrant artistic community housing zone is really not suitable for housing development.
with allowing more flexible housing options i.e. workshop and gallery on lower Increase housing choice may be possible if residential growth is matched with
level and living upstairs. Would add character to Pomona. Current council depot growth in employment and services (including transport).
could be used for this?
Refer to drafting.
60 There is a need for additional light industry/Commercial land at Pomona in a flood Existing industrial land in Pomona is constrained. Refer to drafting.
free location. I.e. Pound Rd, or Pioneer Rd/Pomona Connection Rd. Currently the
land in Factory Street floods and is not able to expand
60 Opportunity for a cricket ground to be established with the redevelopment of Refer to the Community Services Department.
Cooroora Creek Park.
185 The access to Pomona via Pioneer Road has been made easier and therefore, Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design Branch
Pioneer Road has become much busier. A walkway/bike track beside it into
Pomona has become necessary.
18 Subdivision in town (Cooran) needs 2000m2 minimum and therefore restricts Council has introduced secondary dwellings which will afford some
affordable housing. Perhaps denser with common effluent systems. opportunity for additional housing on current lots. Further subdivision yield is
not preferred for character and effluent reasons. Secondary effluent systems
are not reliable without due maintenance and on such small lots would be a
risk to residents and neighbouring properties.
Additionally the net benefit of “affordable housing” can be negated in outlying
areas where residents need to commute considerable distances to
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employment and services.
20 Need community use definition to better cater for the range of uses at the Cooran The submitter raised that community halls are used for a range of purposes
hall. that can include some commercial activity. The current planning scheme does
not seem to adequately cater for these circumstances. Refer to drafting.
20 Cooran - Park needs upgrading for monthly markets and storm water drainage not Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
up to standard. Exercise equipment in parkland facilities that encourage you to
walk around and enjoy birdlife. Particularly for teens.
20 Carparking down main street of Cooran should not be 30 minutes. Some could be Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
2 hours.
20 Edwards St, Cooran - people parking on verge as driveways are too steep - issues Not a Planning Scheme matter.
with road conditions causing illegal activities.
20 Storm water run-off from driveways causing issues for other residents. Noted
20 Like the character and history of Cooran. Noted
20 Cooran -Platypus in creeks are evident of high quality environment however will Refer to Natural Areas Management Branch
need to clear weeds.
20 Cooran - Need to improve road signage at roundabouts and not enough details. Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
17 Encourage short term visitor accommodation in / around Kin-Kin The current planning scheme already allows visitor accommodation such as
B&Bs, caravan parks, campgrounds, guesthouses, cabins, cottages, farm stays
etc in and around Kin Kin. The next scheme is likely to continue to promote
suitable visitor accommodation and experiences in the hinterland.
17 Need taxi service to Kin Kin (similar to Boreen Point) Refer to Community Services Department
60 Federal and Kin Kin need increases in rural residential properties to allow more While the rural village of Kin Kin is protected through the SEQ Regional Plan, it
families to move into the area to sustain the schools like Federal and Kin Kin is not included in either an Urban Footprint or the Rural Living Designation.
where school numbers are very low. No additional rural residential land can be zoned around the village.
27 Housing style is changing character of Boreen Point from heritage to modern. Refer to drafting and design issue
27 Roof pitches for Boreen Point should not be different to all other areas. The Noosa Plan requires that at Boreen Point and Kin Kin roof pitches are built
to 12 degrees of pitch compared to 5 degrees elsewhere. This can be reviewed
with drafting and design issues.
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27 Large scale tree clearing being allowed in town area (x2) The New Noosa Plan is likely to include vegetation protection provisions as is
currently the case.
27 Keep Boreen Point the same - no increases and no changes needed Noted
27 Boreen Point - Large houses on Esplanade should not be allowed. There have been a few houses in Boreen Point built to maximise their
development entitlements and so they tend to be distinctive if in a prominent
lakeside location. Setbacks to waterways as well as other property boundaries
apply as do height and site cover provisions.
27 Teewah Rd – Boreen Point road usage increased over years and tourism to Refer to Infrastructure Design and Planning Branch
Apollonian. More sealing of roads needed due to high traffic count. Including
signage to try and slow people down on gravel road.
45, 47 In Boreen Point homes have character and not one size fits all. Don’t allow villas or Refer to design issues and drafting
high rises and more café style shops (like Kin Kin). Recognise the heritage value of
some houses in Boreen Point and previous ownership i.e. Judith Wright’s holiday
house.
61 Bus service to Boreen Point is inflexible and unreliable. Should be covered by Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design Branch
extended Flexi-Link service.
47 Lake Cootharaba needs to remain a safe waterway with no jet skis and ban dogs Not a Planning Scheme matter. Jet skiing is not permitted on Lake Cootharaba.
on the beaches
74 Council through Unitywater should investigate the wide variety of micro sewage Not a Planning Scheme matter.
systems available and in use in some small townships in Australia, some of which
do not require reticulated water supply.
LOCALITY: COOROY
2 Reduce minimum allotment size to 2000m² in Swift Park There has been no evidence put forward to support the further subdivision of
this acreage neighbourhood on the eastern fringe of Cooroy. It can be
considered in conjunction with settlement pattern of Cooroy more generally.
37 Strongly support the residential development of the CSR Land with a mix of See relevant section in the covering staff report.
850sqm blocks to 5 acres lots as this should not be designated mining any more.
Rezone the land and include in the urban footprint of SEQ regional plan.
37 The CSR development offers an opportunity to create wide footpath / bike path
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from Cooroy to Botanical gardens
50 Lake Macdonald Drive (CSR Site) does not need more development. Consultation
with community was lip service.
41 The New Noosa Plan should facilitate the development of affordable housing in Housing choice in Cooroy would potentially benefit from duplexes in existing
proximity to urban areas like Cooroy detached housing neighbourhoods, an increase in Multiple Dwellings within
and immediately surrounding the business centres and an increase in dwelling
houses on small lots in as yet underdeveloped parts of town.
Refer to drafting
46, 50 Serious gridlock at the intersection entering Cooroy from the south. Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design Branch
70, 119, 133, 179, 186, Supports the Second supermarket in Cooroy however no justification for a 3rd At present Cooroy has one supermarket and a second has been approved but
supermarket in Cooroy with future growth and spending in Cooroy area clearly not yet commenced. There is currently no formal application for another
insufficient to support this 3rd supermarket. If one was to be built on the eastern supermarket on the eastern side of the railway however various preliminary
side of railway this would severely impact on the town centre taking away the conversations have been held. Submissions were received supporting two
vibrancy, vitality and viability of shops in the centre. A third supermarket would supermarkets only on the western side of the railway and alternately
severely compromise the envisaged outcome for Cooroy as a district activity supporting a new supermarket on the eastern side of the railway.
centre serving the broader Cooroy / Noosa Hinterland Area. Refer to drafting for further consideration.
Future residential growth will nearly all be on the east side. Therefore, Cooroy
needs a medium-sized retail precinct east of the railway line based on the existing
shops and utilising the former Energex site and associated surrounding blocks. If
there was a supermarket and shops here there would be less congestion on the
Myall St rail crossing intersection.
The existing recognizable CBD of Cooroy bounded by Garnet St, Pine St, Elm St and
Mary River Rd that is west of the railway line, should be progressively re-
developed to cater for the retail and commercial needs of the growing community.
117 Aldi has expressed an interest in opening a supermarket in the Cooroy area. This
submission proposes increasing the size of the Business Centre Zone on the
eastern side of the railway tjo accommodate that proposal.
50 Another supermarket to be built in eastern side of railway to grow job
opportunities
186 Any retail or commercial development east of the railway line should be curtailed The locality can be considered as having future potential for development
until the new Plan is agreed but it is an area which lends itself to becoming a other than additional retail. Refer to drafting.
health hub with Kabara and Palm Lake Resort close by, the ambulance station
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adjacent and two motels to service health tourists. With the National Disability
Insurance Scheme coming on stream, this is an ideal location for Cooroy to focus
future health services and a growth opportunity.
133 All land within the urban footprint must have a finer grain review in conjunction A comprehensive review of residential, business and community needs in
with property owners to consider best use of land supply and what role Cooroy is Cooroy will be undertaken through the planning scheme preparation,
able to play in terms of Industrial, retirement and alternative housing choice. The informed by the Housing Needs Assessment, the Centres Strategy, and with
western side of the railway line is a compact walkable urban form and maintaining consideration to the capacity and suitability of all lands within the urban
the existing zones is paramount to ensure no fragmentation occurs within the boundary and to accessibility around town.
town centre. Any further retail or commercial development on land within
Diamond street or through to Opal street should not be supported. These larger
land holdings have far greater strategic land use to meet housing choice and
diversity options than to be allowed to become further retail.
50, 99 Ensure Cooroy State Forest is retained. Should be National Park as per previous Not a Planning Scheme matter.
draft Forestry agreement.
50, 62, 177 Houses being built are not suitable to Cooroy and need to be kept more to Housing in Cooroy is already dominated by low density detached houses (the
heritage character of Cooroy. current minimum lot size is 600m2 however older estates have larger lots).
Need bigger blocks 900-1000m2 in Cooroy and more residents in Cooroy will mean Housing development has not reached the capacity within the urban growth
more employment. Cooroy needs more land to develop. boundary of the existing planning scheme and it is not considered the release
of additional urban land is necessary right now.
It is likely that the next scheme could improve housing choice through further
duplexes and multiple dwellings close to the town centre and a range of
detached housing lot sizes including smaller lots. Modern style houses have
been a feature of new development areas in Cooroy for many years and are
the preference for the majority of home builders however local area planning
could lead to design guides which encourage styles complementing the more
traditional country town character.
50, 82 Not appropriate for waste transfer station to be expanded opposite housing. Refer the waste transfer Station issue to Waste Management Branch.
My immediate concern is the planned enlargement of the Mary River Road The second issue regarding industrial activities around Cooroy is noted, but no
transfer station encompassing the provisional road between it and the Rural Fire action can be taken if the uses are lawfully established.
Brigade premises. It is in an incongruous location and this transfer station is just
one of the many industrial sites randomly spread around Cooroy which have
grown in number over time to meet commercial wants rather than the community
needs. The time is now to set in place a plan to start their consolidation and the
new Nandroya Industrial Estate on Holts Road is the start.
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81 That the part of the site (Myall St & Ferrells Rd, Cooroy) beyond a 30m riparian The site is currently included in a Rural Zone though is within the Urban
buffer to the creek, be included for residential development within the draft Footprint. It is in close proximity to the Bruce Highway. This site has been
planning scheme. To do so will allow for development within the bounds of the proposed for development previously but is yet to obtain any approval. The
current Urban Footprint under the South East Qld Regional Plan, and on that part site is constrained by its location in a water catchment area and its proximity
of the land that is not physically constrained. It will allow for consolidation of the to major roads plus additional on-site constraints. Refer to drafting for further
urban area and make sound use of existing infrastructure networks. consideration of potential uses.
Investigation of a site on the southern side of the entry into Cooroy to be rezoned Refer to drafting.
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from rural to potentially industrial as currently has no capacity for rural
development.
88 Industry should be relocated to highway sites and out of town such as the The industrial estate at the old Nandroya Mill site has been a long time
Nandroya Estate. This land has approval included in a Plan of Development which progressing. It is understood a significant reason has been the pricing of lots
incorporated a Supplementary Table of Development Assessment that identified when compared to other industrial land to the north and south (outside of
Industrial Business Type 2 and Retail Business Type 3 uses as being the preferred Noosa). The submission seeks to broaden the range of uses permissible.
uses for the estate. Council should be encouraging a wider range of industrial and Recently approval has been given for a service station and fast food
commercial uses to be established in the estate. These uses would include: - restaurant. This and the fact that the site is within the water supply
freight services-transport depots-construction industry depots--storage uses and catchment and with visual exposure from the highway may all influence the
distribution outlets-machinery sales, services and repair outlets-bulk landscape further development of the site. A review can be done through scheme
supplies- workshops, automotive yards and repair outlets-a service station-other drafting and with consideration of other industrial and business lands in
low and medium impact industrial uses-food related enterprises / processing. Cooroy.
Allowing greater flexibility in this regard would make these industrial land parcels
far more attractive to potential purchasers and tenants and should be identified as
code assessable and consistent uses in this estate. Council should also carefully
consider the subdivision provisions that could apply to this estate. Allowing the
potential for existing lots to be subdivided into smaller parcels might also increase
the attractiveness of the lots.
50 Inappropriate that a hospice is established next to existing houses as they operate The use of a community residence was made a self-assessable use in various
24 hrs / 7 days a week. zones through amendments at the request of the State Government several
years ago. Refer to drafting to consider the level of assessment and operating
conditions however this is a matter of great interest to the community and
one which may not entirely be at Council’s discretion.
50, 62 Carpenters Lane: lends itself to a community use or a caravan park and should not The land is considered an extension of the existing industrial estate however it
be industrial land. If industry only low intensity like home occupations. has been the intent of the scheme to provide a buffer between industrial uses
and the rural residential uses to the rear. The area will be reviewed as part of
broader review of business and industrial land.
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55 Keep Cooroy the same - worried about new development and implications that Noted
come with this - traffic, parking, housing design and density.
56 A new Cooroy bypass to Noosa should be developed. A proposal was presented to Council many years ago for a bypass across the
There are prospects for commercial development around bowls club. golf course linking to Cooroy Noosa Road, but was opposed by Council.
Parking should be considered over railway land in proximity to the station. There are some potential changes to land use in the area of the bowls club
which will be considered in terms of the most suitable use of the land and the
needs of Cooroy. It is premature to determine land uses at this stage.. Refer
to drafting.
Refer the parking issue to Infrastructure Planning & Design.
63 Strong need for arts / creative performing arts precinct where no additional Refer to Community Services Department. Refer to drafting for industrial
building space is made available. Lack of available community halls doesn't allow issues.
for performing arts schools and application costs to establish in an industrial area
are prohibitive for small performing arts businesses.
75 Cooroy Memorial Hall should be available for all the community to use. Noted
82 The prime short term concern for Cooroy is the east west access of the town for Noted. The community frequently raised concerns with this intersection.
both pedestrians and traffic and future of Johnson’s Park along the eastern side of
the railway line should be considered for improvement as a practical community
amenity.
140 Desire to develop a masterplan for the Cooroy Urban District or Village to help The New Noosa Plan will deliver much of what is requested. A schematic map
guide growth over the next 10-15 years. This should include a schematic outline is possible and is being considered for local areas to highlight key local
similar to the insert map to consider any changes to the Urban Growth Boundary features. Refer to drafting.
and identify existing and potential future land use and development opportunities
to enable consultation and engagement with the community.
135 Subject parcels are located within the urban footprint, currently zoned rural, are This land was the subject of a development application for residential
vacant and surrounded by the Cooroy Golf Course. The submission requests purposes. The application was refused by Council and that decision was
Council consider rezoning the land to residential. upheld upon appeal to the Planning & Environment Court. Cooroy has some
remaining areas for residential development. No additional land is needed in
the planning horizon to be applied to the New Noosa Plan.
178 I believe we should grow Cooroy into a manufacturing town. (clean, There is capacity already for additional industrial development for many years.
environmentally safe manufacturing or even a place for internet businesses to The submission seeks a particular character of business which is dependent on
have their offices). With close proximity to the Bruce Highway, railway link and market circumstances.
beauty we could attract big business to the area, we just need to offer the space.
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LOCALITY: TEWANTIN
19, 181, 182 Retain character of old Tewantin. New developments need to take into There has been disappointment expressed to Council about character and
consideration their impact on streetscape. streetscape change as a consequence of older style housing on double blocks
The relocating of Queenslanders onto older Tewantin blocks could be encouraged being replaced by larger modern houses on both existing lots. Contemporary
and council should look at putting guidelines in place for new builds. I would like houses are the preference for the majority of home builders however local
to see council look at putting restrictions onto any new buildings in 'Old Tewantin'. area planning could lead to design guides which encourage styles
complementing the more traditional town character.
19, 48 Improve shopfronts in Tewantin with improved landscaping and more trees, Noted
timber seating etc.
Pub site in Tewantin needs redevelopment but no timeframe.
58 Relocate Council to TAFE Building and sell off land and convert to first class Not a matter for the New Noosa Plan.
accommodation resort. Would bring employment to the area.
39, 45 Tewantin needs to grow up (wards) to allow mixed use and more residential As a result of community feedback the allowable height in the centre of
density around the CBD. Royal Mail is a big eyesore. Cost of redeveloping is a Tewantin was reduced from three storeys to two storeys with the 2006
factor. Need to reinforce mixed use development in and around Tewantin with planning scheme. Consequentially most buildings do not exceed two storeys
more dense housing.(x2) although there is currently a mix of single, two and three storeys. The town
centre is still the preferred place for new business and mixed use dwelling
opportunities and height will be considered as part of detailed local area
planning.
The Royal Mail Hotel is likely to be redeveloped at some stage in the future
and the planning scheme should facilitate a quality mixed use outcome on the
site.
LOCALITY: NOOSAVILLE
6, 13 Development including car parking should be suitably screened by landscaping Noted
along road frontages. Example: Need more landscaping nature strip in front of
Storage King in Rene St.
14,16, 54, 160 New medical facilities on Goodchap Street. Mixed use developments in current The medical centre proposed opposite the hospital in Goodchap Street was
commercial precincts such as Noosa Village, Noosaville. New Noosa Plan needs to opposed by Council due to this being an inappropriate location for commercial
recognise a medical precinct needs to support hospital area. Development of development and the lack of need for proximity to the hospital. If additional
Noosa hospital. We need a maternity suite. Young families bring growth & medical facilities are needed close to the hospital there remains capacity on
expenditure. the hospital site. Otherwise new commercial development can be directed to
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the Noosa Business Centre.
21 Need a creative precinct in the Industrial area. Refer to Noosaville industrial area issue.
23, Car parking in Noosa Marina and Gympie Terrace too busy Council would prefer to see more use of public and active transport which
would assist in parking congestion around Noosa. Refer to Transport Strategy.
There are limited opportunities to increase parking capacity in these places
and the conversion of open space to parking is not a preferred approach.
45 Restrict major development to Noosaville and allow areas to retain their Noted
character.
46 Beckmans Road needs to be improved due to traffic jams Council has been in negotiation with the Queensland government for
alternative road arrangements to better accommodate local and through
traffic around Beckmans Road.
48 Supports the current health and wellbeing hub in Mary Street Noosaville Noted
48 Park and ride from Civic to Noosa, electric buses to beaches and Gympie Terrace Refer to Transport Strategy
84 There is a need to do more under the new planning scheme to provide flexibility The Noosa Homemaker Centre was established as a mixture of retail shops
for uses within existing buildings in the Business Centre Zone, such as the Noosa and showrooms. At the time showrooms were larger premises and had less
Homemaker Centre. While the Noosa Plan provides for a range uses that are self- stringent car parking requirements. Consequently the conditions of
assessable, these provisions should be reviewed. development set out the requirements that are of concern to the submitter.
Allow for all uses that are consistent in the Business Centre Zone to be self- While conditions of approval stay with the development, the circumstances of
assessable. the site can be again considered with the New Noosa Plan. In general the
Noosaville Business Centre is a very car dominated centre and local area
Remove the reference to the number of tenancies provided in the self-assessable planning should give consideration to land uses and built form that might
provisions, given that this is not a relevant matter for assessment, with the make the area more pedestrian friendly.
determining factors being use area, gross floor area and the amount of carparking
provided. Refer to drafting.
Remove the requirement for the consideration of parking for any change of use,
from one consistent use to another, where there is no new building work being
proposed.
Remove any other provisions from the acceptable solutions that do not add real
value to the assessment outcome, in particular where no new building work is
being proposed.
122 Site on Goodchap St, - The current zoning of the land is community use , however Development of the site for commercial purposes has moved away from the
the current land uses on site are more reflective of a Business zone and therefore original intent of a Community Services zoning and can be reviewed however
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it is requested that the subject site be rezoned from community use to a business it remains a centre of medical, professional and training/educational services
zone. and retail would not be considered. Refer to drafting.
16,87 Mixed use zoning is needed including areas like Noosa River, Gibson Rd, Noosa The Noosa Plan 2006 currently allows for mixed uses in centres. The
Junction, Tewantin Marina and Tewantin. Discussion Paper proposes a review of provisions for centres to encourage
Allowing older people to live in areas without reliance on cars but whilst knowing additional residential opportunities. (Excluding Tewantin Marina)
they are living in vibrant areas where business and residential mix. This might
mean higher building heights.
115 Various issues with setbacks for Noosa Waters in the current planning scheme. The submission raises quite a few requested amendments to the current
development codes affecting Noosa Waters. The issues raised in this detailed
submission can be considered further. Refer to drafting.
116 Consider the expansion of the Neighbourhood Centre zone at Weyba Road to A small expansion of the Neighbourhood Centre zone has been requested to
cater for the expansion of the Aldi store. accommodate expansion of the existing supermarket. Refer to drafting for
consideration.
LOCALITY: NOOSA HEADS
Sub-Theme: Traffic & Parking in Hastings Street and Noosa Junction
8, 26,87,33 Need a bridge from Noosa Parade to end of Hastings Street to the woods. Make These submissions propose significant infrastructure and other measures to
Noosa Woods car parking all along the length of the roads and Bridge running to offer alternative access and parking arrangements for Noosa Junction,
Noosa Woods from Noosa Parade Hastings Street and Noosa Spit. While there is a relationship between these
suggestions and the New Noosa Plan, more detailed investigations and
16 Need a two storey carpark at old Bowls club site to address car parking pressures feasibility analysis will need to come out of the Transport Strategy.
from southerners / day trippers.
Refer to Transport Strategy.
16, 39 More scooter parking in Noosa Heads. The New Noosa Plan should continue to request infrastructure that
encourages active transport, public transport and motor scooter use.
21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 57, Need more car parking at Hastings Street and National Park. All parking areas full.
87, 111 Can't get kids and gear to the beaches with no car parks. Restricts business. Lions
Park Noosa Heads needs to be opened up to carparking and don’t fine first time
for parking incorrectly - warn them first.
33, 51 Cable car running from Noosa Junction to Hastings Street with more parking
options at Junction. Proposal to build a cable car installation similar to Cairns Sky
Rail from Noosa Junction Bus Station to Ferry Terminal Hastings St and River
mouth. Parking at the Junction. Include Skyrail Pets and Sky Rail Cabin for luggage.
Would include the ability to stop off at the lookout / Noosa Hill. Alternative small
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electric vehicles that are shuttles allowing surfboards and longboards
39,44 More parking for scooters, bikes etc. - put multi storey car park at the J and transit
centre with park and ride shuttle bus.
39,44 Noosa Junction needs a multi-level car park to service Hastings Street etc. and
force the closure of these areas as there is nowhere to park. Should have a decked
2 level car park behind the cinemas. (x3)
39,44 More parking for scooters, bikes etc. - put multi storey car park at the J and transit
centre with park and ride shuttle bus.
61 Make Hasting Street and Park Rd traffic free with shuttle bus to Noosa Junction.
Think vibrant Noosa with pedestrian access and very little cars/traffic.
131, 141, 187 Further development of a park and ride facility in Noosa Junction is recommended
as well as increasing opportunity for walking and cycling. There needs to be a
stronger connection between Hastings Street and Noosa junction to capitalise and
value add to the visitor experience. The development of Noosa Junction is key to
the future of Noosa Heads for both visitor and residents alike as it can provide a
transport hub and park and ride facilities, hospitality and entertainment venues,
vibrancy, worker and student accommodation, shop top housing and has a unique
sense of identity and place.
39, 56, 64, 141, 166 Consider closing Hastings Street with bollards that raise up during day but allow
service vehicles through (Like Italy) zero emissions and truly sustainable.
Sub-Theme: Noosa Junction
30 Time limits removed from car parking near Noosa Junction and all parking spaces Not a planning scheme issue.
made available for shoppers and diners.
19 Concern about businesses in Noosa Junction. Too much retail space impacting on Noted
existing shops.
33 The Junction needs a major overhaul /facelift influenced by Queenslander style Provisions for Noosa Junction are proposed to be reviewed as referenced in
balcony overhangs, Hampton’s style buildings and tropical wooden facades. the Discussion Paper. This includes consideration of land uses, building height,
Designated areas for food, shopping, boutique purchases. GFA, site cover, built form and carparking arrangements. Additional issues
raised in these submissions can be considered with the drafting.
33,131 Noosa Junction needs more designated food areas and more night markets with
food markets like seen in Asia, Thailand and Singapore. Include later opening Refer detailed street scaping matters to Infrastructure Planning & Design.
hours for shops and tree lights such as Hastings Street. Will create better
atmosphere. Noosa Junctions wide road verges and courtyard and terraces
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provide for relaxed dining and are a key part of the identity of Noosa Junction and
must be further enhanced and supported by the new planning scheme.
38 The Discussion Paper has very broad sweeping statements around infill
development at Noosa Junction and unsure this will be effective or achieved with
mixed use. The infill strategy will only be effective if some areas and
developments are designated permanent residents only.
38 Transitional planning and active management of the Junction precinct as an
entertainment hub. Need to include the impact to the residents including
dislocation and displacement.
39, 132 Night time activities in the Junction need to have extended hours. Nothing is open
past 7pm. Encourage more use of areas. Current rules and regulations around live
music venues in tourism, hospitality and retail precincts are too restrictive. The
New Noosa Plan should encourage the live music industry in cafes and restaurants
in Noosa Junction, Hastings Street, Sunshine and Peregian Beach precincts.
39 Bring business and industries together in Noosa Junction to bring more jobs for
younger people.
43, 131 The New Noosa Plan needs to better acknowledge mixed use development but
ensure that the development codes treat it as an integrated form of development
rather than simply the total of all the parts operating at the same time. The centre
has not been redeveloped because the current policy does not support viable
mixed use development. Main matters to be raised relate to the current Noosa
Plan 2006 provisions of the Business Centre zones in the Noosa Heads locality and
the restrictions in terms of population density, gross floor area, carparking,
setbacks and land uses. The current plan is also lacking in its ability to deal with
mixed use developments and does not envisage visitor accommodation for the
area. Investigations into current planning policy need to look at GFA, height,
population density and car parking provisions to make true mixed use
development financially viable. The New Noosa Plan needs to acknowledge that
visitor accommodation is an appropriate use in the area.
43, 44, 78, 86 This submission requests that population density, gross floor area and carparking
provisions be reviewed as part of the new planning scheme as the current
provisions do not provide encourage or support viable redevelopment within
Noosa Junction. Substantial increases to these provisions are required to enable
viable redevelopment to occur. This submission also requests that visitor
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accommodation be encouraged.
44 We are supporters of the Noosa Junction boutique retail appeal however for the
Junction to prosper there is a need for greater development incentive. Living
above retail in a mix use environment is mentioned in discussion papers; however
this is unachievable and not financially viable under current planning conditions.
GFA restricts 2 or 3 level development, driveways for site car parking hazardous
and thus we are witnessing a Noosa Junction where buildings should be
demolished, or major renovation undertaken, but not being done so, due to a
likely loss of floor space
44 Current tenants would like to see Arcadia way as a pedestrian mall and remove
cars with a direct link from Lanyana Way to Noosa Drive.
72 Old Bowling Site - The site presents an opportunity for a natural expansion of the
Noosa Junction centre without detracting from the locality’s traditional high street
(Sunshine Beach Road). A balanced scheme, which reflects the unique context, can
result in a modest extension of retail that will link the existing Noosa Fair Shopping
Centre with Arcadia Street. This will facilitate better access between the two key
attractors, while helping activate Arcadia Street and fulfil the discussion paper’s
intent to create a ‘town square’ in this location. The proposed mixed–use
development could comprise of up to 10,000m² GFA (subject to needs analysis) of,
shops, offices and entertainment. The retail uses would be confined to small shops
along the ground floor with office uses and housing located above. This form of
ground floor uses within a mixed-use building will create the opportunity to
accommodate small, independent businesses.
Mixed use is a higher and better use for the site
Create better connections to the Noosa Junction Centre, especially major car
generators and large format retail
Improve the connection from the Noosa Junction Centre to Pinaroo Rotary
Park and create a safer environment with better street access and
development overlooking the park
Create a new heart for Noosa Junction as an extension of Arcadia Street, the
current designated community heart
Create a catalyst site for the extension of the existing Noosa Fair Shopping
Centre towards the new plaza and stronger physical connections to the
Noosa Junction Centre
78,131 Student Accommodation provides the kind of low-impact and high-yield tourism
that is ideal for the Noosa Junction area, as we have little requirement for car
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parking and are bringing overseas expenditure in the order of $20 million per
annum to the region.
131 A diverse range of housing opportunities to provide affordability and location is
needed for Noosa Junction. This would include opportunities for tourism industry
workers to find housing options and international students to find accommodation
as well as new residents/workers looking for lifestyle opportunities. In addition
this would reduce the need for reliance on car ownership.
131 Noosa Junction - Issues around residential encroachment into visitor
accommodation adjoining the centre has resulted in restrictions on operating
times which stifles the opportunity to develop viable sustainable business and
creative opportunity.
131 Noosa Junction has the opportunity to be a key creative and cultural hub for
entrepreneurs and creative thinkers, who already live in could be attracted to our
community.
39 Pinaroo Park can be more integrated into the town centre and include an area for Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design.
kids of all ages.
Sub-Theme: Hastings Street
33 Noosa Main beach needs floating decks, more umbrellas and sun beds to rent like Noted
European Beaches. Exclusion zone near National Park for jet skis.
Sub-Theme: Other Noosa Heads Issues
57 Settlers Cove needs to be developed for hotel and convention facilities. Land has been designated for this purpose.
89, 93, 94, 95, 96, 97, Settlers Cove precinct is quiet and environmentally sensitive and lends itself to Allocation of land at Settlers Cove for visitor accommodation has been a long-
98, 109, 114, 123 permanent residents and should be considered permanent smaller housing and standing policy of Council since the mid-1990s. Tourism will remain an
more "affordable" to growing demographics of empty nesters and singles. Urge important employment sector in Noosa and currently the vast majority of
Council to allow and encourage visitor accommodation within Settlers Cove but visitor accommodation is able to be alternately occupied by permanent
not at the preclusion of permanent residential living. While we appreciate the residents. This policy approach was adopted for the sole purpose of ensuring
provision for visitor accommodation needs to meet the needs of the tourism some developments were dedicated to visitors only. The influx of residents to
industry we strongly recommend that Council allows the 2 lots mentioned to be Settlers Cove is now leading to a situation where there is opposition to that
rezoned from Visitor accommodation and redefine the area as primary policy. However a well-designed visitor accommodation complex should not
Residential. lead to significantly adverse effects on local resident amenity.
Additionally the Housing Needs Assessment recently undertaken is suggesting
that based on increasing visitor nights there will be a shortage of visitor
accommodation into the future and that it is important development sites
earmarked for this purpose deliver that product or it places increasing
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pressure on residential neighbourhoods.
110 Linking Noosa Parade and Noosa Drive by upgrading Weyba Rd would create a Refer to Infrastructure Planning & Design.
large panoramic boulevard that would display Noosa to its best. This linkage would
confer visual benefits to this tourism orientated town.
136 Would like to see the localities in the current scheme reviewed and replaced with This division would be too detailed causing much unnecessary duplication in
names like Noosa Beach, Noosa Hill, Noosaville etc. drafting.
194 I believe there is a strong argument to intensify the development of subject vacant The submitter owns one of the properties. There are physical constraints over
property at Angler Street Noosa Heads. Both properties combine for a total area the land and an equivalent housing yield could be achieved through a joint
over 2,800m2 The properties to my southern and western boundaries are for group title scheme. However the suggestion can be further considered with
more intensive development (Semi Attached Housing) and the existing structures the drafting.
are very imposing. On the attached zoning map I have depicted where the zoning
boundary should be located with no impact to adjoining neighbours. The Refer to drafting.
adjustment of the zoning boundary to Semi Attached Housing is a logical
adjustment with no impact to adjoining neighbours, and at the same time allows
Council to meet their growth targets.
LOCALITY: COASTAL COMMUNITIES
16 Like the character of the coastal tourist villages as enjoy the cultural and age Noted
diversity that it brings.
42 The current Noosa Plan provisions of the Visitor Mixed Use zone in the Eastern Though the submission is relying on a previous planning scheme superseded in
Beaches locality are restrictive in terms of site cover and setbacks. This 2006 for the primary grounds of its submission, the issues can be further
submission requests that site cover, setbacks and floor area provisions be reviewed with the drafting.
reviewed as part of the new planning scheme as the current provisions do not Refer to drafting.
encourage an appropriate development form for the area. Comparisons with the
previously superseded planning scheme highlight the impositions made.
189 Coastal erosion is a real problem in Sunshine, Sunrise and Castaways Beaches Council does not permit any private development on the foreshore beyond
where they have been allowed to build in the dunes. what it is legally obliged to approve. Notwithstanding that position, some of
Council’s decisions have been appealed by applicants unhappy with Council’s
response to developments in the dunal areas. Coastal Protection will continue
to be an objective of the next scheme.
Sub-Theme: Sunshine Beach
1 The current commercial area in Sunshine Beach seems sufficient and should not Noted
expand
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49 The Eastern Beaches locality has previously been identified in Council strategic 102, 106 and 108 Pacific Avenue are all zoned Detached Housing.
planning as lacking in accommodation, 106 Pacific Avenue Sunshine Beach has 102 Pacific Avenue (Lot 163 on RP897370) is specifically referenced within the
been identified and rezoned for Type 4 Special purposes – Hostel accommodation. current scheme as being suitable for a visitor hostel and a hostel has
The site over the last 40 plus years has been a 3 unit complex between a developed on site. 108 has accommodated a vet surgery for many years. The
commercial zoned vet clinic on its Northern boundary. On the southern boundary neighbourhood generally includes various residential uses including houses
is Noosa Flash packers, zoned Type 4 special purposes – Hostel accommodation. and motel style units.
106 Pacific Avenue continues to operate as 3 individually let 1 bedroom units.
With rezoning of this site the amenity of the area will be enhanced by all potential The next zone for this area will be reviewed, as per all parts of the Shire but it
for noise being directed toward the main road frontage as the main communal will take into account issues such as amenity and traffic.
areas. More importantly the issue of lack of beds in Noosa will be addressed even
in a small way by the zoning of this block to allow for Hostel type 4
accommodation.
Sub-Theme: Peregian Beach
3 Peregian Beach needs the new community facility before the new digital centre. The community centre is not being removed in the first stage of the Rufus St
project.
3, 100, 154 Peregian Beach is a wonderful place to live currently so any new development Noted
should be limited. No high rise.
16 Land on western side of David Low Way - would like commercial retail or high The submissions have some merit and the current planning scheme does not
density accommodation i.e. backpackers. reflect current, approved or preferred uses in this area. As indicated in the
Discussion Paper this is an area for review.
40 Options for land in Peregian Beach - Central location in high rate area need
density increased to allow for smaller accommodation options like 1 bedroom
units to make it viable option. The figures don't add up for land holder to only
allow commercial or single dwellings. Height and density to allow 250x1235sqm =
30/17 people per 1 bed=18 units. Allow 2 sections of 3 levels with underground
parking. Simple affordable 1 bedroom units close to public
transport/shops/beach. If council is serious about INFILL this sort of development
needs to be allowed. Another option for this site is allowing a backpacker style
accommodation.
85 Hardware Site at Peregian Beach - The subject land is well located for a mixed use The suggested types of development at this site are worthy of further
development, having a building configuration similar to the ‘Peregian Boardwalk’ consideration given the unusual existing use of a hardware store. (Retail strip
development. Such development would act as a transition between the existing development along David Low Way is not a preferred outcome.)
commercial development to the north and north east and the residential Refer to drafting.
development to the south and east. It is suggested that the scale and bulk of the
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development should be similar to that allowed under the current Visitor Mixed
Use Zone, presenting as 2 storeys at the street level, with access and parking
provided behind or beneath the development. A mix of uses should be allowed for
with retail, dining and commercial uses at ground level and multiple housing and
visitor accommodation above.
38 Peregian Beach should be a hub with infill development of 1-2 bedroom units, These matters will be considered in detailed local area planning although the
entertainment, creative industries, health services and more retail is needed. need for more retail development is not seen at this time, with the recent
opening of the supermarket centre.
LOCALITY: NORTH SHORE
24 Exhaust problems on Noosa North Shore + many cars passing through. Is not the These submissions provide a mix of concerns about excess traffic and the
Biosphere. 1/3 roads are good, 1/3 ok and 1/3 dangerous. More frequent work provision of a bridge to overcome other traffic issues relating to a lack of ease
needed. Some residents health affected by dust of access.
Significant vehicle traffic and difficult for residents crossing on ferry. Need a Council’s policy position to oppose any bridging of the Noosa River stems from
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development proposals for Noosa North Shore in the 1980s and 1990s which
priority lane for residents.(x2)
originally included a bridge proposal. Noosa North Shore is home for a
87, 180 Bridge from Tewantin to the North Shore opening up residential area and relatively small number of residents and also an entryway to the significant
commercial opportunities wilderness area of the Cooloola Section of the Great Sandy National Park. The
area is not highly developed and has limited infrastructure. The introduction of
167 Thousands and thousands of Tourists descend upon the Noosa North Shore a bridge would dramatically change visitation and development expectations.
wanting to stay but are offered nothing but a 6 car ferry to cross the river and then In addition to the costs of the bridge there would follow substantial demands
only sub-standard, third world camping facilities. A bridge may not have been for infrastructure particularly parking and beachfront amenities.
warranted 20 years ago but it is now. A bridge is vital if the Council want to The concerns about traffic accessing the ferry may need more attention over
maintain the cash flow in the local economy by retaining those thousands of time.
tourists to the north shore. Otherwise they will (are giving ) give up & stop at the
lower sunshine coast.
Further a bridge will allow access to large parking facilities for all visitors to Noosa.
173 The Rural areas include the Noosa North Shore, with that area north of Beach The planning policy for Noosa North Shore has been to focus visitors in the
Road protected for all time. However the area south of Beach Road is (apart from central area and the beachfront caravan/camping park where there are
the State Parks) zoned Rural Settlement. facilities and a sealed road. Access across the locality is otherwise poor and
It is of low environmental value being of no agricultural value, flood-prone in further visitation is not encouraged.
parts, and has been subject to tree felling, logging, cattle grazing and sand mining.
The council should encourage eco-friendly development for short term and nature
based accommodation in this area, particularly opposite Noosaville.
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ISSUES NOT RELEVANT TO THE PLANNING SCHEME
Shire Wide Biosphere is excellent but don't forget "community" is the focus ie people as individuals and as a
group
Shire Wide Include the following additional outcomes in the Discussion Paper.
Outcome: Noosa Shire and the Noosa Biosphere Reserve have a clear and consistent set of
definitions and metrics, which are widely adopted by community groups, the private sector and
the Noosa Council to set targets, monitor change and identify successful outcomes. Definition
should include biodiversity, ecosystems, ecological resilience, adaptive capacity, sustainable
development, sustainable living etc.
Outcome: Urban metabolism and Waste and Resource Management. Support initiatives in line
with waste management hierarchy and include the outcomes of the waste management jury in
the New Noosa Plan. Include waste reduction targets for households and business across the
Shire.
Consider reducing the impact of embedded energy as a result of food and lifestyle choices, by
encouraging local consumers to cut food miles and supporting sustainable producers of local
food and 'slow food' producers.
Shire Wide More recycling bins around Noosa for cardboard etc.
Shire Wide Banning of plastic bags, plastic takeaway containers and cutlery with biodegradable options The Queensland government is proposing this initiative
Shire Wide Improve road signage at roundabouts and not enough details
Shire Wide Have one body control the Noosa River not 4. Get freeloaders off the water who pay $0.00
Shire Wide Light and reflectors on markers on buoys in the river plus blue lights under Munna Bridge to
bring fish back.
Shire Wide Fully fenced area for young children within a park along the river.
Shire Wide Too many dogs. Dogs plus food are not a good combination
Shire Wide We need a wedding chapel on public land.
Shire Wide More jobs in Noosa Council for environment management especially weed control and fire
management and waste clean-up.
Shire Wide Less firework displays for events and more laser shows that are eco friendly
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Shire Wide Should provide water fountains for the birds like at Eumundi for wildlife
Shire Wide Suggest give all new residents and ratepayers a copy of Noosa and Cooloola. Explains hard
fought battle and to show how Noosa residents fought to keep Noosa the way it is and not have
big city ambitions.
Shire Wide Have parks allow dog off-leash areas between 6-9am and 4-7pm for responsible dog owners
Shire Wide Keep our environment pristine - no littering in the forests - no motorbikes into the forests
Shire Wide Make sure there are bio filters on pipes and rivers - don't get crowded.
Shire Wide Commitment to making sustainable living a normal behaviour by committing to environmental
education, awards and behaviour change programs with community groups and public/private
partnerships. Upgrading interpretive boards and signage about Noosa's iconic areas, heritage,
environment etc. Support initiatives promoting ethnic diversity and multiculturalism as
elements of a vibrant community culture.
Shire Wide Create awareness about drinking water supplies from outside the Noosa area.
Shire Wide Full disclosure of the Biosphere status in terms of cost versus advantages. Are these goals
possible or just preferable?
Hinterland Speed limits on roads i.e. McKinnon Drive need to be reduced to save wildlife and for safety.
Hinterland Improve maintenance of roads in the hinterland area with better drainage and edges (not just
poisoning)
Ridgewood Donnellys Rd at Ridgewood - would like to see road sealed
Kin Kin More Christmas decorations in Kin Kin
Kin Kin Signage needs to slow drivers down coming into Kin Kin. More signage in general for tourists
including Dr Pages Rd.
Cooran The Mayor is encouraged to attend Cooran (Acoustic night)
Cooran Weeds in the lagoon and drainage program
Cooran Fluoride in drinking water
Cooran Exercise equipment in parkland facilities that encourage you to walk around and enjoy birdlife.
Particularly for teens
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Cooran Need a dog run (off-leash) area for Cooran. Currently using cricket ground
Cooran More activities for children in school holidays
Pomona Zebra crossing near the school
Pomona This road needs a lot of work including along the side of roads with weeds etc.
Pomona Lights needed on corner of Reserve St and Pioneer Rd
Pomona Footpath along Pioneer Rd to Highfield Estate
Pomona 25 metre public pool needed for hinterland x 3 - Pomona - i.e. Stan Topper Park area.
Cooroy Cooroy railway bridge needs to be upgraded
Cooroy Dogs are becoming a problem in inner Cooroy
Cooroy Businesses operational in middle of town on Sunday including powertools, landscape works etc
Boreen Point Noisy Myna birds have colonised locally
Booren Point Bores in the town area - regulations governing this.
Booren Point Dog off-leash area in small bays and not on Main beach
Noosa North Shore Noosa North Shore is not well maintained for residents
Tewantin Need a lagoon like Airlie Beach has for kids to play in. Wine and Tapas Bar not too far away from
it preferably
Tewantin Need a larger pool in Tewantin as distance to aquatic centre too far.
Tewantin/Noosaville Cooperation with marine departments to sort out river crowding issues with area needing more
control between Tewantin and river mouth (x2) Get rid of old house boats on the river.
Noosaville Rubbish at McDonalds in Noosaville – need to be a good corporate citizen
Noosa Heads Don’t want the Junction Markets where they are now. Move to bowls club and don’t' change
the Junction
Noosa Heads Major maintenance work needs to be undertaken along Boardwalk in Hastings Street including
rubbish , sweeping etc.
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Noosa Heads We need more sporting facilities - i.e. soccer fields at Girraween
Noosa Heads Playground at Noosa Junction needs upgrading Parks & Gardens
Noosa Heads Junction bus station. Issues with maintenance and people hanging around. Consider volunteers Local Laws / Parks
during busy time to passive surveillance
Noosa Heads Issues with maintenance with structures along Noosa Foreshore Civil Works
Sunshine Beach Sunshine Beach Rd loading bay needs start at 6.30am rather than 8.30am. Repaint the yellow Civil Works
lines
Sunshine Beach Temporarily make Bryan St and Belmore Tce at Sunshine Beach one way during peak school Infrastructure Planning & Design
holidays times to allow parking on both sides of the street.
Sunshine Beach Lives in Sunshine beach and loves it.
Sunshine Beach Carpooling in Sunshine Beach - trucks vs. residential demand
Sunshine Beach Sunshine Beach - parking is difficult for Dog Beach.
Sunshine Beach Restrict cars from entering quiet residential streets in Sunshine Beach. Too choked up with
vehicles.
Sunshine Beach Would like beach access 35 onwards more patrolling with bigger signs - dogs not being cleaned
up afterwards
Coastal Communities What is the future of the Peregian Beach Surf Club?
Coastal Communities Important for coastal bush to be controlled
Coastal Communities Breakdown in amenity needs to be managed - Trolleys, rubbish, litter, parked cars.
Outside Shire Eumundi, Verrierdale and Doonan should be part of Noosa Shire Council as adjoining
developments in the Sunshine Coast Council at Peregian Springs and Breeze are not compatible
with the Noosa style.
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