Planning Report · MCU19/0119

                                                                                   proposal report


setback area however the proposed privacy wall along the western portion of the balcony does not
comply with the stipulated setback of 6metres. The encroachments are considered to comply with
the specific outcomes as detailed below:

     a) provide amenity for users of the premises as well as preserve the visual and acoustic
     amenity of adjoining and nearby properties; - The proposed wall provides a consistent
     streetscape presentation to the area and aids in minimizing overlooking to adjoining units

     b) provide adequate distance from adjoining land uses; The proposed wall is well separated
     from adjoining developments by existing roadways, driveways and landscaping.

     c)allow space for required vehicle parking; - All carparking provided on site and not affected
     by the minor intrusion.

     d) preserve any existing vegetation that will buffer the proposed building; - no vegetation
     affected by intrusion.

     e) allow for landscaping to be provided between buildings; - Reduced setback does not does
     not impact on ground level landscaping. Appropriate landscaping available on site.

     f) maintain the visual continuity and pattern of buildings and landscape elements within the
     street; - The reduced setback is minor and does not impact on the amenity of the
     streetscape.

     g) avoid large areas of continuous wall planes by varying the building setbacks and using
     appropriate techniques to provide visual relief; - the reduced setback provides articulation
     and interest to the southern façade.

     h) help protect the natural character and visual amenity of the Noosa River system and other
     watercourses. – The reduced setback is not visible from the Noosa River and does not
     impact on the amenity of this area.

Overlays

The site is mapped as being affected by the Natural Hazards Overlay and is within a Flood Hazard
area and an area of High potential Acid Sulfate Soils.

With regard to Flood Hazard the applicant has designed the building to provides a minimum
habitable floor level of 2.7 metres consistent with Councils requirements.



5.0 State assessment and other matters

5.1 State interests
The proposal is for an urban activity within the Urban Footprint, and is located outside the Koala
Assessable Development Area. The proposal is compliant with the relevant State Regulatory
Planning Provisions.




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