Planning Report - Seasons Restaurant - Change Application 28.2.19 · 51997.2302.01

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structure that protects diners from the elements. The lightweight structure allows diners to enjoy the
site’s subtropical location and compliments Hastings Street pedestrian-oriented design.

PLANNING SCHEME POLICY — 14 OUTDOOR DINING

Within Noosa Council's Planning Scheme Policy 14 Outdoor dining, the following extracts are relevant
to the proposed minor change.

Introduction

a) encourage outdoor dining in areas that will not result in significant adverse impacts on
adjacent uses;

b) encourage structures that are aesthetically pleasing and in keeping with the existing
character of the area while providing protection from the elements for users of the premises;

Matters for consideration as part of assessment

a) Structures or buildings constructed to protect diners from the elements must be safe and
attractive. This can be achieved by—
iti Designing structures/buildings so they are compatible with, or enhance the existing
streetscape character;

a) Outdoor dining is to be in keeping with the character and amenity of the locality.
b) In existing well established commercial and tourist precincts such as Hastings Street;
Sunshine Beach; Noosa Junction and Gympie Terrace, outdoor dining is encouraged.

The proposed outdoor dining area and protective shade structure is of a high quality, functional and
cohesive design, and maintains the look and feel of Hastings Street. The proposed amended design
results in an activated streetscape, creating a lively atmosphere and promoting incidental social
interaction between diners and pedestrians. The lightweight shade structure provides protection
from the elements for patrons. The proposed lightweight shade structure:

promotes subtropical design principles and adaptability of use,

does not present an appearance of excessive bulk to adjacent properties,

presents a building height consistent with structures on adjoining and surrounding land,
improves the roof form in a way that it contributes positively to the local skyline,
complements the character of the locality,

uses soft and curved roof forms, and

is of a lesser height than the existing permanent shade structure.

The structure is designed in a manner so that there is unlikely to be any adverse impact on the
amenity enjoyed by residents and visitors, including impacts associated with:

visual and acoustic privacy,
safety and security, and
lighting.