Delegated Report - Code - Planning OPW18 0088 · OPW18/0088

Author	Diogo Carrico - Development Engineer
Development Assessment

APPLICATION DETAILS
Application No.	OPW18/0088
Applicant	Altum Properties No 4 Pty Ltd TTE
Proposal	Operational Works – Frontage Works  (Footpath)
Properly Made Date	26 April 2018
Information Request Date	11 May 2018
Information Response Date	17 May 2018
Decision Due Date	20 June 2018
Report Completed Date	19 June 2018
Number of Submissions	Not Applicable

PROPERTY DETAILS
Property Address	75 Resort Dr Noosa Heads Qld 4567
RP Description	Lot 7 SP 178340
Land Area	42620 m²
Existing Use of Land	Vacant Lot – Earthworks for subdivision

STATUTORY DETAILS
SEQRP Designation	Urban Footprint
Locality	Noosa Heads
Zone	Semi-Attached Housing
Overlays	Environmental Enhancement Area; Slide Hazard; Bushfire (minor area); Low Potential Acid Sulphate Area;
Assessment Type	Code
PROPOSAL
The application seeks approval for an Operational Works – Frontage Works (Footpath).
site details
Background
Site currently being developed for a subdivision
Site Description
Vacant land with earthworks being undertaken for redevelopment purposes.
Surrounding Land Uses
Strip of Semi-Attached Housing to Southwest; Open Space Recreation to the West; Open Space Conservation North, East and South.
assessment
Instruments for Statutory Assessment
Under the Planning Act 2016 the application must be assessed against each of the following statutory planning instruments to the extent they are relevant to the development:
State Planning Policy;
South East Queensland Regional Plan;
Planning Regulation 2017
The Noosa Plan.
The following codes from the Noosa Plan are applicable to this development:
Engineering Codes
cONSULTATION
Referral Agencies
Not Applicable
Other Referrals
The application was forwarded to the following internal Council officers:
Design Office Team
Conor Neville – Environmental Officer
conclusion & reasons for decision
The proposed development generally complies with the requirements of the planning scheme and does not raise any significant issues that cannot be addressed by reasonable and relevant conditions. The application is therefore recommended for approval.
The report is provided in accordance with Section 63(5) of the Planning Act 2016.
RECOMMENDATION
With regard to Application No OPW18/0088 for an Operational Works – Frontage Works (Footpath) situated at 75 Resort Dr Noosa Heads Qld 4567 and described as Lot 7 SP 178340, it is recommended the application be approved in accordance with the following details for the Decision Notice:
application details
Application No:	OPW18/0088
Street address:	75 Resort Dr Noosa Heads Qld 4567
Real property description:	Lot 7 SP 178340
Planning Scheme:	The Noosa Plan (3 July 2017)
Decision details
Council decided to issue the following type of approval:
Development Permit for / Preliminary Approval for Operational Works – Frontage Works (Footpath)
CURRENCY PERIOD of approval
The currency period for this development approval is 2 years starting the day that this development approval takes effect.
assessment manager conditions
APPROVED PLANS
Development undertaken in accordance with this approval must generally comply with the approved plans of development. The approved plans are listed in the following table unless otherwise amended by these conditions.
Plan No.	Rev.	Plan/Document Name	Date
17155/C120	A1	External Footpath Plan (As Annotated by Council)	16/05/2018
SITE SPECIFIC CONDITIONS
Any vegetation clearing on the road reserve must occur only in accordance with an Operational Works Permit for Vegetation Clearing.
Prior to the prestart meeting, amended plans must be submitted demonstrating a suitable drainage solution for the stormwater (trapped flows) running along the northern side of the footpath. It must include a grated pit at the bottom of the footpath adjacent to the Resort Drive road reserve, with the outlet connected to either the existing stormwater system in resort Dr or to a kerb adaptor (note that the maximum volume of water discharged at a kerb outlet must be 25l/s).
At the prestart meeting, the applicant’s consulting arborist must be present and the final alignment of the footpath must be clearly delineated, including marking of all trees required to be cleared for its construction.
A sample of the warning sign (“CAUTION! STEEP PATH”), to be placed at both the top and bottom of the footpath, must be provided to Council for approval prior to its placement.
PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF WORKS
Engineering
Tree protection fencing must be installed under the supervision of the Project Arborist.
A condition report including photographs of the frontage of the site must be completed and submitted to council at the prestart meeting / prior to any works commencing.
Certificates demonstrating currency of public liability insurance and works insurance covering the works must be submitted to Council at the prestart meeting.
Council must be contacted at least 5 working days prior to any works commencing to organise a prestart. The contact number to arrange a pre-start meeting is 5329 6245. The pre-start meeting must include the relevant parties for the following aspects of the works:
Civil engineering works;
Landscape works;
Erosion and sediment control works;
Other relevant parties
A Construction Management Plan must be submitted to Council prior to the pre-start meeting and must specifically address the following:
Traffic Management during all aspects of the construct phase including:
A Traffic Management Control Plan in accordance with Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) detailing all temporary signage and traffic control measures prior to construction
Maintenance of safe pedestrian access across the frontage of the site both during daily construction and after daily construction has ceased
Proposed fencing to the site during the construction phase of the development
Adequate parking arrangements for construction workers
No queuing of trucks is permitted on residential streets, especially prior to 7.00am. Further parked trucks must have engines turned off
Maintenance and protection of water quality and existing drainage lines through the construction site through the implementation of appropriate erosion and sediment control measures
Works programme identifying key components of the works and their respective durations
Establishment of a communication protocol with the general public, adjoining owners, emergency services and local businesses to advise of agreed construction times, impacts on traffic and services and other relevant issues
Identification of complaint management procedures including:
contact details for the on-site manager
dispute resolution procedures
The haulage route, type of vehicle to be utilised during operations and frequency of usage.  NB any damage to the existing road system as a result of haulage operations shall be fully repaired at the applicant’s expense
Prior to the commencement of municipal works associated with this development, Council requires the provision of a bank guarantee, or a cash bond, of $5000.
Any changes to the details associated with the supervising RPEQ or Principal Contractor during construction, must be notified to council in writing within five business days of the change occurring.`
Any conflict between the development and an existing or proposed service must be referred to the relevant service authority for determination prior to commencement of works.
DURING CONSTRUCTION
Engineering
The developer must meet any costs to repair damage to any Council asset during construction, where damage is a result of the development works. Damage to assets must be repaired immediately where it creates a hazard to the community. In circumstances where the damage does not create a hazard to the community, it must be repaired immediately on completion of the works associated with the development.
All works must be supervised by a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) who is independent of the Developer and Principal Contractor, and they must certify that all works conform to the Operational Works permit. Where municipal works are involved, such confirmation must be submitted for the respective hold points prior to any site inspection by Council Officers.
All works must be constructed and work procedure undertaken in accordance with:
The approved plans/documents and conditions detailed in this Decision Notice
The relevant conditions of the higher order approval: 132005.1133.07 and other related approvals to which this approval relates
All relevant Noosa Council Planning Scheme Policies, standard drawings, standard specifications and guidelines
The latest version of the Healthy Waterways document “Water Sensitive Urban Design Technical Design Guidelines for South East Queensland” for all water quality devices to be constructed on site
Works within Road Reserve/Reinstatement
Safe pedestrian access on all streets in the vicinity of the development must be maintained at all times. Should footpath/road closures be necessary to carry out construction works, Council’s Engineering Officer must be notified prior to the proposed closure and all requirements complied with.
All frontage works must match neatly with existing road and verge/footpath features. Additional works beyond the frontage may be required to provide an acceptable transition to existing road and verge/footpath profiles.
Electrical conduits or other services proposed to be installed within existing and proposed road reserves under existing sealed carriageways, concrete pathways, concrete/sealed driveways or significant vegetation must be installed by boring. Trenching is not permitted, unless specifically approved by Council.
Pathways
All pathways must be constructed in accordance with the following requirements:
All footpath/cycleway must be in accordance with the approved drawing and generally comply with Council’s Standard Drawing RS-065.
Provision must be made for disabled access at all kerb crossings associated with pathways, in accordance with Council's current standards.
All paths must have a slip resistant surface
Expansion and contraction joints must provide a flush finish. Installation of joints by saw cutting is preferred to ensure a smooth ride for cyclists
The required work includes any modifications to ensure the footpath finishes flush with all existing service covers and the like, or alternatively these services are raised or altered, so as not to create a pedestrian safety hazard
Pathways must:
terminate in a manner that ensures smooth transition to existing surfaces for public safety
Stormwater Drainage
Appropriate scour protection must be provided at the outlet of all stormwater pipes including temporary outlets.
Works associated with this permit must not adversely impact on the existing drainage conditions on other properties (eg by blocking or interfering with natural overland flows).
Environment
Prescribed Water Contaminants (as defined in the Environmental Protection Act 1994) must not be released from the site or to waters within the site, or be likely to be released should rainfall occur, unless all reasonable and practicable measures are taken to prevent or minimise the release and concentration of contamination.
Erosion and sediment control measures must be installed and maintained to minimise erosion on the site and to minimise the export of sediment and associated pollutants from the site. The erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed and maintained in accordance with current best practice standards (refer to advisory notes).
Limit soil exposure on the site to a distance of no more than 2m beyond the extent of earthworks shown on the approved plans except where the exposed soil is effectively stabilised without delay and prior to rainfall occurring.
Damage to Services and Assets
Any damage caused to existing services and assets as a result of the development works must be repaired at no cost to the asset owner at the following times:
where the damage would cause a hazard to pedestrian or vehicle safety, immediately; or
where otherwise, upon completion of the works associated with the development.
Any repair work which proposes to alter the alignment or level of existing services and assets must first be referred to the relevant service authority for approval.
FOLLOWING CONSTRUCTION / PRIOR TO COUNCIL SIGNING THE PLAN OF SURVEY
Certification
Upon completion of the work a certificate must be issued by an RPEQ certifying that the works have been constructed in accordance with the Operational Works permit.
As Constructed Plans and ADAC XML Files (Council)
Prior to acceptance of civil works to become Council assets “On Maintenance”, satisfactory “As-Constructed” records must be submitted to Council. The bundle of “As Constructed” information shall include:
As-Constructed Engineering Drawings. Data is to be submitted in an electronic drawing file format (.dwg), with all plans clearly endorsed “As-Constructed”, along with the accompanying hardcopies (PDFs of the As-Constructed .dwg drawing files), and;
ADAC XML Digital File. ADAC File format (ADAC - Asset Design As Constructed) prepared in accordance with industry standards and recorded in “MGA - UTM56 / GDA94” projection.
Please Note: Further information and advice relating to the as-constructed drawing presentation, as-constructed survey capture and associated guidelines for preparation of a compliant ADAC XML digital file are available on the webpage titled “As-Constructed Guidelines” and accessible at the Noosa Council Website: Planning & Development / Development Tools & Guidelines / As-Constructed Guidelines.
The “As-Constructed” drawings will require certification by a:
Qualified experienced Civil Engineer (RPEQ) confirming design intent and conformance with applicable standards and specifications, along with the relevant descriptions of assets, services and structures and;
Licensed Surveyor in regard to the cadastral and locational information, levels and applicable survey datum.
The data must be in accordance with Council’s “Planning Scheme Policy 5 – Engineering Design Standards – Roads, Drainage and Earthworks”, and fully detail the levels for all engineering works including but not limited to the drainage network and structures, finished ground and pavement surface levels.
On Maintenance
All municipal works must be accepted ‘On Maintenance’ by Council in accordance with Council’s relevant Planning Scheme Policy prior to commencement of the use. To achieve ‘On Maintenance’, the supervising RPEQ must submit to Council:
certification that all works have been undertaken and completed in accordance with the requirements of this Permit
as Constructed details in accordance with Council’s Planning Scheme Policy
maintenance and operational manuals for all proprietary or site specific devices
Off Maintenance
Prior to requesting an Off Maintenance inspection the developer must provide a written request for the Off Maintenance inspection.
A re-inspection fee in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charge Register will be charged where:
a Council inspection reveals works do not comply with approval requirements
submitted certification falsely states works comply with approval requirements.
referral agencies
Not applicable.
Advisory notes
The following notes are included for guidance and information purposes only and do not form part of the assessment manager conditions:
General Advisory Notes
An Infrastructure Agreement exists relating to the site requiring a monetary contribution be paid prior to the issue of a Development Permit for Operational Works relating to vegetation clearing.
Council has undertaken an audit check of the Operational Works drawings in relations to the proposed works.  A detailed check of the calculations and drawings has not been undertaken, as they have been certified by a RPEQ.  The RPEQ bears full responsibility for all aspects of the engineering design.  Council reserves the right to require further amendments and/or additions at a later date should design errors become apparent.
Council reserves the right to call up any performance bond held or levy charges against the property, should emergency works be required to be undertaken by Council to make the site safe due to inactivity on the development site for extended periods of time.
Should any changes or modifications to the approved plans be required as a result of construction constraints, a “Request to change an existing approval” under the Planning Act 2016 must be made. Amended plans clearly indicating the changes must be lodged with this application along with the appropriate fees.
Prestart, On and Off Maintenance Inspections Request
Contact Council on 5329 6245 to arrange a prestart or an inspection giving a minimum of 5 business days’ notice of preferred inspection time.
If Council officers are required to undertake additional inspections of the same works, a reinspection fee will be applicable in accordance with Council’s Fees and Charges register applicable at the time.
A minimum maintenance period of 12 months will apply to all municipal works and thereafter until such time as the works are performing in accordance with the approved design unless noted otherwise
Environmental Advisory Notes
The Environmental Protection Act 1994 states that a person must not carry out any activity that causes, or is likely to cause, environmental harm unless the person takes all reasonable and practicable measures to prevent or minimise the harm. Environmental harm includes environmental nuisance. In this regard persons and entities, involved in the civil, earthworks, construction and landscaping phases of this development are to adhere to their ‘general environmental duty’ to minimise the risk of causing environmental harm.
Erosion and Sediment Control
Accepted best practice standards include:
the Sunshine Coast Regional Council Manual for Erosion and Sediment Control V1.2 or other superseding document subsequently adopted by Council;
Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control, International Erosion Control Association (2008)
As a general rule, a site is determined to have achieved effective short-term stabilisation if at the time of the final inspection:
Methods of stabilisation are:
appropriate for slopes and slope lengths; and
are consistent with best practice environmental management practices such as in the Manual for Erosion and Sediment Control or the IECA Manual; and
Stormwater runoff from the site is not currently, and is not likely to result in visible evidence of sedimentation or erosion, or lead to water contamination.
Landscaping
Qualified Person, for the purpose of:
Supervising landscape works and preparing a landscape certification, is considered to be a landscape architect, landscape designer or horticulturist with a minimum of three years current experience in the field of landscape design.
Undertaking, supervising tree works and preparing arboriculture certification, is considered to be a person with a minimum three years current experience in tree protection, hazard identification/mitigation and either:
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification; or
A Diploma of Arboriculture.
Managing Fauna protection is considered to be a certified Fauna Spotter Catcher.
Public amenity trees are defined as any tree located within public streets, parks or areas that will become publically owned as a result of this development.
property notes
Not applicable.
VARIATION approval details
Not applicable.
further development permits required
Operational Works – Vegetation Clearing
submissions
Not applicable.
RIGHTS OF APPEAL
You are entitled to appeal against this decision. A copy of the relevant appeal provisions from the Planning Act 2016 is attached.
During the appeal period, you as the applicant may suspend your appeal period and make written representations to Council about the conditions contained within the development approval. If Council agrees or agrees in part with the representations, a negotiated decision notice will be issued. Only one negotiated decision notice may be given.
OTHER DETAILS
If you wish to obtain more information about the decision, electronic copies are available on line at www.noosa.qld.gov.au or at Council Offices.

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