10/0627 M2358 Planning Report.pdf [As Published] · 152010.627

Our Ref:   PR20517
Date:      14 April 2010
Attn:      Clint Sloan

Matrix Projects (Qld) Pty Ltd
PO Box 3220
Loganholme
Qld 4129


Via : Email ([email protected]



Dear Clint,

RE: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW - RECONFIGURATION OF A LOT, ESSENCE OF
    PEREGIAN


1.0           Background

Matrix Projects (Qld) Pty Ltd (Matrix) is seeking a Reconfiguration of a Lot (ROL) approval from
Sunshine Coast Regional Council (SCRC) over land located at 215-219 David Low Way,
Peregian Beach. The ROL will enable the dedication of approximately 0.53ha of land to the
Crown (with Council as Trustee) for Environmental Purposes (i.e. Lot 3; Refer to Figure 1). RPS
(formerly Natural Solutions Environmental Consultants) has been engaged by Matrix to
undertake a review of the reconfiguration plan, with an environmental focus on the suitability of
the proposed setback of the development.

The author of this letter is familiar with the site having undertaken a number of field
investigations, and preparation of associated reports (i.e. Fire Management Plan, Ecological
Assessment), dating back to 2004. RPS has, in the past, also provided expert ecological advice
to aid in the design process of the proposed development.


2.0           Ecology

The site is currently used as a caravan park/camp grounds, and is therefore largely disturbed.
Approximately two-thirds of the site has been cleared of understorey, mid-storey, and ground
cover vegetation. Several mature canopy trees, primarily Broad-leaved Paperbark (Melaleuca
quinquenervia) have been retained within these areas. The groundcover within this region of the
site is currently maintained as mown grass.