Notice about Decision DBW25 0028 · DBW25/0028

                 4.       ASSESSMENT BENCHMARKS

                 The following assessment benchmarks applied to the development for the Noosa Plan 2020:
                 •      Low Density Residential Zone Code
                 •      Low Density Housing Code
                 •      Coastal Protection and Scenic Amenity Overlay Code
                 5.       REASONS FOR THE DECISION

                 The reasons for this decision are:
                 1.     The proposal does not comply with Overall Outcome 6.3.1.2 (2)(c) of the Low Density
                        Residential Zone Code given the development would not maintain the low scale
                        character of the zone, given the cumulative impacts of non-compliant building height,
                        site cover and setback encroachments proposed.
                 2.     The proposal does not comply with Acceptable outcome AO20.3 and corresponding
                        Performance Outcome PO20 of the Low Density Residential Zone Code as the proposal:
                            a.         The proposal does not provide a split level design with small floorplates or avoid
                                       building bulk or benching of the site;
                            b.         The proposal is not responsive to the natural topography and dominates the
                                       landscape because it does not appropriately step-down slopes or avoid
                                       benching, rather it presents an upright, bulky elevation to the adjoining
                                       properties and coastal dune reserve to the rear.
                 3.     The proposal does not comply with AO7.1, PO7, AO8.1, PO8 of the Low Density
                        Residential Zone of the Noosa Plan 2020 as:
                            c.         The proposal exceeds the maximum building height and number of storeys,
                                       presenting opportunities for overlooking, reduction of privacy and potential loss
                                       of existing view lines.
                            d.         The existing dwelling exceeds the maximum site cover of 40% of the site area
                                       and the additions further exacerbates the building’s bulk.
                            e.         The proposal will result in a site cover of 37.5% on the upper level and 40.4%
                                       on the middle floor, and 35.9% on the lower level, well in excess of the
                                       requirements of the planning scheme.
                            f.         The proposed building bulk is incompatible with surrounding development and
                                       the particular circumstances of the site, noting that existing development in
                                       proximity generally steps down the slope.
                            g.         The proposal is not of a scale compatible with surrounding development and
                                       the circumstances of the site and will present an appearance of bulk to adjacent
                                       properties.
                 4.     There are no relevant reasons to approve the proposed increase to building height or
                        site cover from the maximum benchmarks specified by the Noosa Plan 2020 for this
                        area.
                 The detailed assessment and reasons for this decision are provided in the assessment
                 manager’s report, to request a copy of the report please email [email protected]
                 referencing the application number in this Notice.
                 6.       REASONS FOR APPROVAL DESPITE NON-COMPLIANCE WITH ASSESSMENT
                          BENCHMARKS

                 Not applicable



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Document Set ID: 23977410
Version: 2, Version Date: 29/07/2025