08/0176 - Response to Information Request [As Published] · 132008.176

Traffic Impact Assessment Report
Settlers Cove Resort, Noosa Heads
Cape Bouvard Investments Pty Ltd

March 2009

9. MEASURES TO INFLUENCE TRAVEL

Travel plan measures should be in place to minimise the negative impact of travel and
transport on the environment. It is important to implement these measures to reduce
car travel which can have positive effects on the economy and the environment.

Pedestrian facilities have the greatest potential to replace car trips. The proposed
development provides footpaths around the site. The proposed footpaths link to
existing footpaths on Banksia Avenue and the footpath network running parallel to
Grant Street, behind “The F’ and into Noosa Junction. This provides an excellent
footpath connection to other residential and business areas and to bus services.
Existing bus shelters are provided on Noosa Drive to access local SunBus services.
The existing transit centre is located on Noosa Parade approximately 10 minutes
walking distance from the subject site. The new Noosa Coastal Transit Centre is
proposed along Sunshine Beach Road in Noosa Junction and is also approximately 10
minutes walking distance from the subject site. The proposed development is easily
accessible to alternative modes of transport to travel to other areas and reduce car trips
on the local road network. .

Consideration should be given to be providing a shuttle bus service to/from the
Sunshine Coast Airport for resort guest groups. Although the development is well
located in regard to pedestrian, cycle and bus networks, providing an alternative
service to resort guests via a shuttle bus will assist during inclement weather
conditions and allow groups of guests to undertake short trips to access Noosa’s
tourist sites and other nearby facilities.

It is worth noting that the Coastal Area Traffic and Transport to 2016 Study produced
in August 2002 for Noosa Shire Council recommends the implementation of positive
demand management solutions to facilitate a cultural change, to get people rather than
vehicles to destinations. The location of Settlers Cove is accessible by footpaths,
cycle ways and public transport facilities; this encourages alternative modes of
transport to the site reducing vehicular trips on the road network. It also aligns with
the objectives and recommendations set out in the 2016 Study for Noosa Heads.

 

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