AS PUBLISHED - Information Request MCU17 0024 04 · MCU17/0024.04

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Council has identified that the submitted high-level indicative landscape concept plan does
not provide sufficient detail to demonstrate that the proposed landscaping will adequately
avoid and minimise visual impacts associated with the removal of native vegetation or that it
will enhance visual amenity and site character consistent with the planning context.
Information Required – detailed Landscape Plan
1.     To address the matters raised and to ensure the protection and enhancement of
       landscaped areas in a manner that supports the visual amenity and character of the site,
       a detailed landscape plan is required, to be prepared by a suitably qualified landscape
       professional in accordance with the Noosa Planning Scheme Policy – PSP2
       Landscaping. The detailed landscape plan will include, but not be limited to, the
       following:
     a) A comprehensive landscape layout plan identifying all proposed landscaped areas,
        planting zones, site interfaces, and relationships with adjoining residential properties
        and public viewpoints.
     b) A plant species schedule detailing species, pot sizes, spacing, and quantities, with
        emphasis on:
            •   Native and locally appropriate coastal species;
            •   Replacement and supplementary planting that offsets the removal of native
                vegetation; and
            •   Planting designed to reinforce the existing coastal landscape character.
     c) Landscaping treatments that demonstrate how visual impacts will be:
            •   Avoided and minimised through appropriate screening and buffering;
            •   Softened at residential interfaces; and
            •   Managed to reduce the visual prominence of built form when viewed from
                adjoining properties and public areas.
     d) Retention and integration of existing vegetation, where feasible, to ensure continuity
        of landscape character.
     e) Establishment and maintenance measures to ensure the successful long-term
        performance of landscape works.


Item - Existing Manhole(s) and Stormwater GPT
The proposed plans detail works around an existing manhole(s) which services a Council-
owned stormwater GPT. Council is seeking confirmation that the proposed works will not
adversely impact Council’s ability to access and undertake maintenance on the GPT.
Please refer to the below extract detailing the required area to service the GPT.




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Information Required
2.   Demonstrate that the proposed works will not adversely impact Council’s ability to
     access and maintain the existing stormwater GPT in accordance with the above extract.


Item – Carparking
Noting the proposed use for Emergency Services, it is unclear how many staff will use the
premises on a day-to-day basis. Under the Noosa Plan 2020 Driveways and Parking code an
Emergency Services use is required to provide 1 car parking space per employee and one
additional space for the intended use. It is noted within the planning assessment report the
proposal does not trigger any further car parking demand as it is storage space for essential
equipment to deliver critical community services.
Information Required
3.   Confirm how many additional staff will be required and advise if the proposed demand
     results in any on shortfall in onsite carparking. If a shortfall results, provide further traffic
     assessment justification.
4.   Confirm if the Emergency Services building is required to be accessed by service
     vehicles from the rear of the clubhouse.


Item – Hours of operation and amenity
Information Required
5.   Confirm the hours of operation / number of staff proposed to utilise the Emergency
     Services building.



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6.    Confirm the use of the mezzanine floor level.
7.    Clarify if the use of the building for storage of surf lifesaving machinery will create any
      nuisance (lighting spill/ noise etc) to the surrounding area.


Issue – Building location
Based on the plans and elevations it is unclear if the location of the building results in an
appearance of bulk in the open space setting, in a wider setting particular in relation to
adjacent properties, roads and surrounding area.
Information Required
8.    Provide additional visual assessment analysis which identifies any impacts of
      unreasonable sightline restriction particularly to the west and south of the proposed
      Emergency Services building.


3.    DUE DATE FOR RESPONSE TO INFORMATION REQUEST

The due date for providing the requested information is 17 July 2026.
Email your response to [email protected]. Please advise Council of your response to
this information request in accordance with section 13 of the Development Assessment Rules.
If you do not provide a response before the due date, it will be taken as if you have decided
not to respond to the information request and Council will continue with the assessment of
your application.
4.    OTHER DETAILS

You can follow the progress of this application online at www.noosa.qld.gov.au. The “Online
Services” page can be accessed via "Quick Links" on the left hand side of the screen.
Should you have any further queries in relation to the above, please do not hesitate to contact
me on the number above.
Yours faithfully,

Andrew Gaffney
Senior Development Planner | Development Assessment
Development & Regulation




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