NOOSA PLAN 2020 PROPOSED AMENDMENT NO. 2 - POST PUBLIC NOTIFICATION FOR FINAL STATE GOVERNMENT MINISTERIAL APPROVAL · Attachment 1 Table of submissions

 Your Say    ECM         Submitter comments                                                                                            Response                                                                                                   Recommendation
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                         become overcrowded and not able to be serviced. In Byron Bay council funds were driven down by
                         developers always seeking to "go one further" when laws were made lax.
             23109190    Carparking                                                                                                    Carparking
                         The current car parking requirements remain a major barrier to the effective development of Noosa             It is acknowledged that car parking in the Major Centre Zone at Noosa Junction can be a barrier for
                         Junction.                                                                                                     redevelopment. The proposed amendments seek to introduce share car and unbundled car parking
                         Introduce more flexible car parking requirements, including contributions in lieu of on-site parking and      provisions. A development providing these measures can apply a discount to the car parking rate. Council
                         shared parking arrangements to:                                                                               is committed to reviewing the carparking rates in the future.
                         -    help developers meet the plot ratio targets while addressing parking needs;                              The current car parking rates differentiate between a ground level Office and a upper level Office by a
                                                                                                                                       reduced carparking rate of 1 space per 20m² for ground level Office to 1 space per 30m² for an upper
                         -    support small site developments.                                                                         level Office.
                         The stringent standards do not account for the unique challenges faced by small sites, nor do they            Also refer to Section 14 of this Table for detail response.
                         differentiate between the parking needs of various types of commercial uses and their locations within a
                         building. Options should include contributions in lieu of on-site parking, shared parking arrangements and    Hospitality precinct
                         off-site parking solutions. These options will provide developers with the flexibility needed to make         The Hospitality precinct currently allows for entertainment uses such as Bars, Nightclubs, Function
                         projects viable for small sites and promote more sustainable development practices                            centres and Hotels.
                         Existing car parking requirements are particularly challenging for smaller development sites. The
                         necessity to provide a high number of on-site parking spaces significantly reduces the usable floor area      Small dwelling and affordable rental premises, building height and worker accommodation
                         for commercial and residential purposes, making many projects financially unviable. Specific examples
                         within Noosa Junction include sites in Arcadia Street and Lanyana Way illustrate this problem. These          Please see Sections 4, 5, 6 and 7 of this Table as these matters have been discussed and responded to
                         key sites cannot achieve the desired mixed-use developments due to the inability to provide the required      in detail.
                         car parking on-site.
                         Differentiate car parking requirements based on the specific use and location within a building. For
                         instance, upper-level offices and service industries should have lower parking requirements compared to
                         street-level retail and hospitality establishments. This differentiation will ensure that parking standards
                         are more accurately aligned with actual demand.
                         There is insufficient car parking infrastructure to support new development within Noosa Junction.
                         Expand Council car parks or create new Council car parks within Noosa Junction. This centralized
                         approach is simpler than requiring developers to provide on-site car parking and allows for clarity on
                         costs. Providing externally located car parking for residents is a practice successfully implemented in
                         other localities worldwide enabling redevelopment without the constraints of on-site parking.
                         Provide incentives for developments that promote sustainable transportation options such as bicycle
                         parking, car-sharing programs and improved pedestrian access. Encouraging alternative modes of
                         transport can reduce the overall demand for car parking and support broader environmental goals.
                         CAR PARKING FLEXIBILITY Smaller studio dwellings under 45 m2 should not be required to provide on-
                         site car parking. These units are ideal for occupants who rely on public transport, e-scooters, bicycles or
                         other sustainable transportation options.
                         PARKING REQUIREMENT FOR SMALL UNITS Remove the car parking requirement for studio dwellings
                         under 45 m2. This change acknowledges the transportation habits of occupants in smaller units, who are
                         more likely to use public transport, e-scooters and bicycles. This will also make these units more feasible
                         and attractive for development.
                         Provide clear and detailed guidelines on the requirements for small dwellings and affordable rental
                         premises. Ensure these guidelines are practical and can be easily implemented by developers.
                         Engage with developers, architects and urban planners to gather feedback and refine these provisions.
                         Collaborative efforts can lead to more innovative and feasible solutions that benefit both the community
                         and developers.
                         Implement a more balanced zoning strategy that supports both permanent and tourist
                         accommodation. This could involve a more flexible requirement such as allowing 50-75% of the site to
                         be allocated to permanent accommodation based on specific community area needs and changing
                         market conditions.
                         Conduct a comprehensive impact assessment to evaluate the potential economic effects of reducing
                         tourist accommodation. This assessment should include feedback from local businesses, tourism
                         operators and other stakeholders to understand the broader implications on the local economy.
                         The Proposed Amendments applicable to the hospitality precinct do not fully address the needs and
                         expectations of operators and customers. For Noosa Junction to thrive as a vibrant entertainment and
                         hospitality hub it is essential to support a diverse range of venues and activities that cater to various
                         demographics and preferences. The Proposed Amendments focus on food and drink outlets neglecting
                         the important roles that bars, nightclubs and hotels play in creating a lively and attractive hospitality
                         precinct. These venues are crucial for night time activity attracting a broad spectrum of visitors and
                         residents.
                         Expand the scope of the hospitality precinct to explicitly include bars, nightclubs and hotels. These
                         venues should be recognized and supported as essential components of a vibrant hospitality and
                         entertainment district. Provide clear and detailed guidelines for music and entertainment activities within
                         the hospitality precinct. This includes specifying acceptable noise levels, operating hours and other
                         relevant criteria to ensure operators can comply easily and consistently. Successfully managing a vibrant

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Table of Submissions made regarding Noosa Plan 2020 Proposed Amendment No. 2, 2024