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DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT REPORT
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR RECONFIGURING A LOT (BOUNDARY
REALIGNMENT)
1121 & 1089 COOTHARABA ROAD, COOTHARABA
LOT 1 ON RP902966 & LOT 7 ON SP142413
File Number: 20178 August 2020
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PROJECT URBAN – 20178 August 2020
DOCUMENT INFORMATION
Project number: 20178
Report prepared for: Ms Lilly Studdock
DOCUMENT CONTROL
Revision # Date Prepared by Reviewed by Authorised by
Final 05/08/2020 Jacob McRae Glen Wright Glen Wright
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 APPLICATION SUMMARY.................................................................................................... 4
2.0 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................... 5
3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................... 6
4.0 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT ................................................................................................. 7
5.0 STATE PLANNING INTERESTS ............................................................................................. 8
6.0 PLANNING SCHEME ............................................................................................................. 9
6.1 DEFINITION ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
6.2 LEVEL OF ASSESSMENT ................................................................................................................................ 9
6.3 ZONE CODE ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
6.4 OVERLAYS .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
6.5 DEVELOPMENT CODES............................................................................................................................... 12
6.5.1 ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS ................................................................................................................... 12
7.0 CONCLUSION ...................................................................................................................... 14
ATTACHMENT 1 – Planning Scheme Code Assessment prepared by Project Urban
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Reconfiguration Proposal Plan prepared by Project Urban
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1.0 APPLICATION SUMMARY
SITE DETAILS
Address 1121 & 1089 Cootharaba Road, Cootharaba
Real Property Description Lot 1 on RP902966 & Lot 7 on SP142413
Land Area 597,300m2
Local Authority Noosa Shire Council
Registered Landowner Ronald Lloyd Studdock
Lilly Anne Studdock
Current Use Dwelling House and Vacant Land
PLANNING SCHEME DESIGNATIONS
Planning Scheme Noosa Plan 2020
Zone Rural Zone
Overlays • Acid Sulfate Soils Overlay (Acid Sulfate Soils);
• Agricultural Land Overlay Map (Agricultural Land);
• Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay
(Biodiversity Significance, Riparian Buffer);
• Bushfire Hazard Overlay (High and Medium Bushfire
Intensity and Buffer);
• Flood Hazard Overlay (Flooding and Inundation);
APPLICATION DETAILS
Applicant Lilly Studdock
Application Type Development Permit for Reconfiguring a Lot
Proposal Boundary Realignment
Level of Assessment Code
Referrals Not Applicable
PROJECT TEAM
Town Planning Project Urban
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PROJECT URBAN – 20178 August 2020 2.0 INTRODUCTION This Development Assessment Report has been prepared to support a Development Application for Reconfiguring a Lot for a minor boundary realignment on behalf of Lilly Studdock. The subject site is situated at 1121 and 1089 Cootharaba Road, Cootharaba and is described as Lot 1 on RP902966 and Lot 7 on SP142413. Under the Noosa Plan 2020 the site is included within the Rural Zone. The proposal is subject to Code Assessment. The purpose of this report is to describe the characteristics of the site and surrounding land uses, detail the proposed development and provide an assessment against the applicable planning provisions. This report should be read in conjunction with the accompanying covering letter, Development Application form and Lot Reconfiguration Proposal Plan. DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT REPORT Page 5 of 16 RECONFIGURING A LOT (BOUNDARY REALIGNMENT) 1121 & 1089 COOTHARABA ROAD, COOTHARABA
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3.0 SITE DESCRIPTION
The subject site is situated at 1121 & 1089 Cootharaba Road, Cootharaba and described as Lot 1
on RP902966 and Lot 7 on SP142413.
The site comprises an area of 597,300m2 and consisting of a dwelling house and vacant land. The
site has a road frontage to Cootharaba Road of approximately 630m. The site contains some
mature vegetation that is identified to be of value on local and state mapping.
The topography of the site consists of a gradual slope towards the north-eastern boundary and
the stream located on Lot 7.
The sites location and context are illustrated in the figures below:
Figure 1: Location of Subject Site (QLD Globe, Accessed July 2020)
The site is located within a rural area of the Noosa Hinterlands. As such, surrounding land uses
are predominantly rural based. Lots adjoining to the south consist of existing dwelling houses
and land located directly opposite is utilised for conservation.
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4.0 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT
This application seeks a Development Permit for Reconfiguration of a Lot (Boundary
Realignment) in accordance with the provided Reconfiguration Proposal Plan.
The purpose of the proposed boundary realignment is to improve upon the existing access
arrangement for Lot 1. As per figure 2 below, the existing driveway servicing Lot 1 is
predominantly housed within lot 7.
EXISTING
BOUNDARY
EXISTING
FENCELINE
EXISTING
DRIVEWAY
Figure 2: Current Access Arrangement (QLD Globe, Accessed July 2020)
The proposal plan provided indicates that approximately 324m of the existing boundary is to be
shifted 12m to the south. The new boundary alignment is intended to coincide with the existing
fence line.
The new boundary will vary the existing lot sizes by approximately 4,000m2. The new lot sizes are
outlined in the table below.
SUBJECT LOT CURRENT PROPOSED
Lot 1 197,100m2 (19.71ha) 20.11ha
Lot 7 400,200m2 (40.20ha) 39.62ha
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5.0 STATE PLANNING INTERESTS
The Planning Regulation 2017 (the regulation) sets out assessment benchmarks which are
additional or alternative to the Assessment Benchmarks contained in the local planning
instruments. These Assessment Benchmarks are prescribed as being contained in:
• The SEQ Regional Plan and Part E of the State Planning Policy, to the extent that they are
not appropriately integrated into the planning scheme; and
• Schedule 10 of the Planning Regulation 2017.
As the Noosa Plan 2020 only came into effect on 31 July 2020, matters relevant to the SEQ
Regional Plan and Part E of the SPP are considered to be appropriately integrated into the
planning scheme. Additionally, from review of Schedule 10 of the regulation and the State
Assessment and Referral Agency mapping, it is determined that the proposed development is not
subject to any additional assessment.
On this basis, it is determined that the proposed development is consistent with all relevant state
planning interests.
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6.0 PLANNING SCHEME
Under the Noosa Plan 2020 (Planning Scheme) the site is included within the Rural Zone. An
assessment of the applicable provisions under the planning scheme has been undertaken below.
6.1 DEFINITION
The proposed development is defined under the planning scheme as:
reconfiguring a lot means—
a) creating lots by subdividing another lot; or
b) amalgamating 2 or more lots; or
c) rearranging the boundaries of a lot by registering a plan of subdivision under the Land
Act or Land Title Act; or
d) dividing land into parts by agreement rendering different parts of a lot immediately
available for separate disposition or separate occupation, other than by an agreement
that is—
a. a lease for a term, including renewal options, not exceeding 10 years; or
b. an agreement for the exclusive use of part of the common property for a
community titles scheme under the Body Corporate and Community
Management Act 1997 ; or
e) creating an easement giving access to a lot from a constructed road.
Comment: As represented by the proposal for the site, the application will be assessed in
accordance with point (c) of the definition.
6.2 LEVEL OF ASSESSMENT
As per the table of assessment for reconfiguring a lot, the proposed boundary realignment is
code assessable.
6.3 ZONE CODE
The site is included within the Rural Zone.
In accordance with the relevant overall outcomes under the Rural Zone Code, the proposal is
compliant on the following grounds:
• The proposal does not result in the fragmentation of the existing lots;
• The proposal does not alter the ability of the lots to undertake rural based land uses;
• The relocated lot boundary avoids the further fragmentation of ecologically significant
land;
• The proposal retains high levels of land unconstrained by flooding and native vegetation
to establish future land uses;
• The altered boundary location does not impact upon the continued operation and
viability of existing infrastructure;
As such, the proposal is determined the demonstrate compliance with the overall outcomes of
the Rural Zone. Further assessment against the Rural Zone Code is included in Attachment 1.
6.4 OVERLAYS
The following overlays have been mapped on the site:
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OVERLAY COMMENT
ACID SULFATE SOILS
The site is identified to contain Acid Sulfate
Soils. The proposal does not comprise of
any earthworks and therefore doesn’t
require assessment against this overlay
code.
AGRICULTURAL LAND OVERLAY
The subject site is located within the
agricultural land conservation area. This
overlay is for information purposes only and
is assessed under the Rural Zone Code.
BIODIVERSITY, WATERWAYS AND WETLANDS OVERLAY
The subject site contains areas of
biodiversity significance and a waterway
(Riparian Buffer Area).
In accordance with the overlay code, the
proposed lot reconfiguration is compliant
on the following grounds:
• No vegetation clearing is proposed as
part of the application;
• The new boundary location does not
further transect/fragment existing
vegetation;
• The proposal isn’t for the creation of
new lots;
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BUSHFIRE HAZARD OVERLAY
The site is identified to contain high and
medium bushfire intensity areas with
associated buffering. As the proposal is not
for the creation of new lots or a new road
no further assessment is required.
FLOOD HAZARD OVERLAY
The site is identified to contain flooding and
inundation.
The proposed lot reconfiguration is
considered to be compliant with the overlay
code on the following grounds:
• No additional lots are created;
• No development areas are proposed;
• Both lots retain sufficient flood free
land for future development;
• No earthworks are proposed to
mitigate the extent of flooding;
As per above, the proposed boundary realignment is compliant with all relevant matters
identified under the overlay codes.
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6.5 DEVELOPMENT CODES
In accordance with table 5.6.1 the following Codes are applicable to the proposed development:
• Rural Zone Code
• Reconfiguring a Lot Code
• Works Codes
Comment: An assessment of the applicable codes has been included within Attachment 1.
The code assessment has determined that the proposed development complies with all relevant
performance outcomes. Where compliance with the acceptable outcomes has not been met,
alternative solutions addressing compliance with performance outcomes has been undertaken
section 6.5.1.
6.5.1 ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS
Reconfiguring a Lot Code
Acceptable Outcome 7.9
As stated under AO7.9, it is required that the existing ecological land located on site be protected
via a covenant or transfer of land. For the purpose of this proposal, it is not considered necessary
to establish a covenant on the following grounds:
• The proposal does not require any clearing for the establishment of the new lot boundary;
• Sufficient land is left unaffected by environmental constraint, minimising the need for land
clearing;
• The proposal does not increase the population of the subject site;
• All existing scenic amenity of the site and area is not impacted upon.
This is determined to demonstrate that the proposal is a site responsive design, in accordance
with the requirements of PO7. It is therefore not considered to be necessary to establish a
covenant on the subject site.
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The proposed boundary realignment does not result in an improvement to the compliance of the
subject lots regarding the minimum lot size. On this basis, the proposal is not able to achieve
compliance with AO26.
In accordance with PO26, it is required that:
Development provides that the rearrangement of lot boundaries is an improvement on the
existing situation.
As specified in the proposal description, the purpose of the boundary realignment is to enable
the driveway currently servicing Lot 1 to be wholly located within the subject allotment. It is
considered that this would improve the existing access arrangement on the following grounds:
• It would protect the access to Lot 1 for the life of the dwelling house;
• Ensures that vehicles accessing Lot 1 are fully confined within Lot 1;
• It would prevent disputes regarding maintenance of the driveway;
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PROJECT URBAN – 20178 August 2020 On this basis, it is determined that the proposal improves upon the existing access situation, in accordance with point (c) of AO26. Therefore, it is determined that compliance with PO26 has been achieved. DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT REPORT Page 13 of 16 RECONFIGURING A LOT (BOUNDARY REALIGNMENT) 1121 & 1089 COOTHARABA ROAD, COOTHARABA
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7.0 CONCLUSION
This Development Assessment Report has been prepared on behalf of Lilly Studdock to support a
Development Application for Reconfiguring a Lot for a Boundary Realignment in respect of land
at 1121 and 1089 Cootharaba Road, Cootharaba, described as Lot 1 on RP902966 and Lot 7 on
SP142413.
The site is included under the Noosa Plan 2020 and is within the Rural Zone.
The proposal is determined to demonstrate compliance with all relevant matters on the following
grounds:
• The proposal is compliant with all relevant state matters;
• The new boundary location improves the existing access arrangement for Lot 1;
• The altered boundary does not further fragment/transect vegetation on the subject site;
• The altered lot configuration does not prevent the ability of the allotments to be utilised for
rural uses;
Approval of the proposed Boundary Realignment is warranted.
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RURAL ZONE CODE
Role and function Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Role and function
PO1 Compliant
Land uses in the Rural zone are limited to No acceptable outcome provided. The proposed boundary realignment
those which are compatible with agriculture does not result in any impact upon the
and the protection of environmental and use of the subject allotments for rural
landscape values. based land uses.
Existing environmental values located on
the site are being retained.
PO2 AO2.1 Not Applicable
Development does not result in the loss Development that is incompatible
or diminished productive capacity of with agricultural activities is not
Agricultural Land Conservation Area. located on Agricultural Land
Conservation Area and an adequate
Editor’s Note—Agricultural Land separation area between the
Conservation Areas are shown on the development and the Agricultural
Agricultural Land Overlay Maps in Schedule 2 Land Conservation Area is provided.
AO2.2 Not Applicable
Where there is an overriding need for
incompatible development to be
located on Agricultural Land
Conservation Area, the development
does not have an irreversible impact on
the productive capacity of Agricultural
Land Conservation Area.
Editor’s Notes—
An irreversible impact on agricultural
land includes a permanent reduction
or decline in the agricultural land,
notwithstanding that the land may be
used for agriculture post
development, e.g. land that could
support crops pre development that
can only be used for improved pasture
post development.
Aquaculture is specifically
permissible on Agricultural Land
Conservation Area.
AO2.3 Not Applicable
Where located in the Agricultural
Land Conservation Area
accommodation is of a temporary or
semipermanent nature (such as tents,
yurts, relocatable dwellings or
recreational vehicles) or it adaptively
reuses wellestablished rural
buildings.
AO2.4 Compliant
No sensitive land use is established No new sensitive land use is being
closer than 200 metres from land on an established on the site.
adjacent property included in the Rural
zone and mapped as Agricultural Land
Conservation Area as shown in
Agricultural Land Overlay Maps in
schedule 2.
PO3 AO3.1 Not Applicable
With the exception of one dwelling house, Only the occupants of a dwelling
caretaker’s accommodation or a community house, compliant caretaker’s
residence, any accommodation activity is residence or community residence
limited to use by shortterm guests or reside on the property for any period
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seasonal workers employed in a rural activity greater than three consecutive
on the same site or on adjoining premises. months.
Or
AO3.2
In addition to residents of the
dwelling house, up to 10 people may
reside on the site for periods of no
more than six consecutive months
where they are:
(a) employed in a rural activity on
the property; or
(b) a spouse or child of a person
employed in a rural activity on
the property.
PO4 Not Applicable
Visitor accommodation: No acceptable outcome provided.
(a) is at a small scale and low density that
protects the environmental and rural
values of the land;
(b) is compatible with rural activities and
nature conservation; and
(c) does not detract from the rural
amenity of adjoining properties.
PO5 Not Applicable
Uses such as naturebased tourism, outdoor No acceptable outcome provided.
education, environment facilities and
outdoor sport and recreation may be
appropriate where:
(a) they cannot be more appropriately
located in urban areas;
(b) they have an indelible
connection to rural or ecological
values of the site;
(c) there is an overriding
community benefit of
the development;
(d) they are not located on Agricultural
Land Conservation Area as shown on
the Agricultural Land Overlap Maps in
schedule 2 or are temporary in nature
so as not to compromise agricultural
uses in the future; and
(e) they do not interfere with remnant
vegetation or ecologically important
areas.
PO6 Not Applicable
Extractive industry operations are limited to No acceptable outcome provided.
designated Key Resource Areas and at other
known resources deposits where:
(a) best practice environmental
management is met;
(b) the amenity of residents in the
vicinity of extractive industry
operations is maintained;
(c) they do not conflict with agricultural
operations;
(d) the safety of rural roads is ensured;
and
(e) the visual amenity of the rural area as
viewed from the major road network is
protected.
Built form Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
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Built form
Building height and scale PO7 Not Applicable
Buildings and other structures: AO7.1
(a) are low rise; Buildings are no more than two
(b) minimise the appearance of bulk to storeys in height.
adjacent properties, roads or other areas
in the vicinity of the site; and AO7.2
(c) respect the scale of surrounding With the exception of Class 10
vegetation and maximises opportunities buildings or structures used
to retain existing vegetation on site. exclusively for a rural activity, buildings
and structures are no more than 8
metres in building height providing
that they may be up to 9 metres where
the pitched roof but no other part of
the building or structure exceeds 8
metres.
AO7.3
With the exception of Class 10
buildings or structures used
exclusively for a rural activity,
individual buildings or roofed
structures do not exceed 500m2 gross
floor area.
AO7.4
Class 10 buildings used exclusively for
the purpose of animal husbandry,
aquaculture, cropping, intensive
animal industry, intensive horticulture
or rural industry do not exceed 12
metres in height.
AO7.5
A structure, not constituting a
building, used exclusively for the
purpose of animal husbandry,
aquaculture, cropping, intensive
animal industry, intensive horticulture
or rural industry does not exceed 15
metres in height.
AO7.6
Where excavation is required, the
maximum portion of the exposed
external façade of the building cannot
exceed the respective building heights
in AO1.1 , AO.2, AO7.3, AO7.4 and
AO7.5 above.
Editor's note—refer to figure
AP313A
Setbacks
PO8 AO8.1 Not Applicable
Notwithstanding that intensive rural activities Buildings used to house animals,
may need greater separation distances, temporary holding yards, structures
buildings and other structures are containing areas of animal waste or
appropriately sited and designed to: byproduct disposal are not within
(a) avoid environmental harm or nuisance 100 metres of:
to sensitive land uses, including adverse (a) the boundary of properties in
impacts on amenity values, over a residential zone including
and above what could reasonably be the rural residential zone;
expected in the rural zone; (b) a sensitive land use;
(b) avoid adverse impact on ecologically (c) the boundary of adjoining
important areas including National properties in the
Parks, watercourses, and wetlands; environmental management
(c) mitigate risks associated with the use of and conservation zone; or
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chemicals or air pollutants; and (d) a waterway shown on the
(d) avoid conflict with rural uses and Biodiversity, Waterways
activities on adjoining properties. and Wetlands Overlay
maps in schedule 2.
Editor's note For uses that are subject to
impact assessment, required setback and AO8.2 Not Applicable
separation distances will vary with the scale and Buildings or structures which are used
type of rural activity. Relevant factors that will for the storage of chemicals or
be taken into account when determining machinery, stockpiling of composting or
appropriate distances include the type and organic fertilisers, or which support
scale of buildings and structures proposed, the artificial lighting or irrigation sprayers
use of buildings and structures, construction are not within 100 metres of:
methods, level of containment and ventilation, (a) the boundary of properties in
potential noise, odour or air pollutant nuisance, a residential zone including
topography, climatic variables, existing the rural residential zone;
vegetation between land uses, and a range of (b) a sensitive land use;
management practices that can be employed to (c) the boundary of adjoining
mitigate offsite impacts. properties in the
environmental management
and conservation zone; or
(d) a waterway shown on the
Biodiversity, Waterways
and Wetlands Overlay
maps in schedule 2.
AO8.3 Not Applicable
With the exception of a roadside stall,
buildings and structures associated with
a rural activity or industrial activity are
set back 20 metres from a road reserve
or 40 metres from any part of the major
road network.
AO8.4 Not Applicable
In addition to the circumstances of
AO8.1, to AO8.3 above, buildings and
structures meet the following minimum
boundary setbacks:
(a) 20 metres from a property
boundary of adjoining land in
the Environmental
management and conservation
zone;
(b) a distance greater than the
width of the riparian buffer
area shown on Biodiversity,
Waterways and Wetland
Overlay maps;
(c) 10 metres from a road frontage;
and
(d) 10 metres from the side and
rear boundaries or 6 metres
where the lot area does not
exceed 1 hectare, with the
exception that if the height of
the building or structure
exceeds 9 metres the setback
to the side and rear
boundaries is equal to twice
its height in metres.
AO8.5 Not Applicable
On properties over 2 hectares in area, a Application does not result in the
distance of not less than 200 metres is establishment of any additional
provided between a sensitive land use sensitive land use.
and land on an adjacent rural zone
property over 4 hectares in area mapped
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as Agricultural Land Conservation Area.
Safety and amenity Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Safety and amenity
PO9 Compliant
Development does not result in environmental No acceptable outcome provided No environmental harm or nuisance
harm or environmental nuisance to sensitive results from the proposal.
land uses.
PO10 AO10 Compliant
Development does not compromise the safety, Safe vehicular access is provided to and Existing vehicle access is retained to the
capacity or operation of the road network. from the site without adversely site.
impacting on the safety of the road
network.
Environment and heritage Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Environment, heritage and scenic amenity
PO11 AO11.1 Compliant
Development does not have a significant Development does not result in No additional structures are being
adverse impact on the natural values of the sediment, soil or other material established as part of this application.
site including through: including building materials or waste Existing storm water arrangements are
(a) loss of biodiversity values, fauna habitat products being released into the road being retained.
and fish passage; reserve, stormwater drains, waterways
(b) changes to natural drainage; or adjacent properties.
(c) disturbance to any wetland systems;
(d) erosion and the transport of AO11.2 Compliant
sediments off site (including Natural Vegetation is retained No vegetation clearance is proposed as
pollutants and other contaminants wherever possible. part of this proposal.
which would affect the capacity of
agricultural lands); AO11.3 Not Applicable
(e) worsening of landslide or fire risk; Where there is a nominated building
envelope on the lot, clearing of native
(f) onsite effluent disposal;
vegetation and building works do not
(g) creation of dust and air pollutants;
extend beyond the building envelope,
(h) disturbance of buildings and
except for the purposes of a driveway
features, including natural features,
access.
of cultural heritage significance.
PO12 AO12 Not Applicable
Development and associated site works do Development and associated site works,
not directly, indirectly or cumulatively cause including filling and excavation are
adverse impacts external to the designed and constructed to ensure
development site by: overland flow and/or flooding is not
(a) causing ponding of water; worsened, impeded, or otherwise
(b) increasing flooding, which adversely diverted to adversely affect other
affects the safety or use of any land properties.
upstream and downstream;
(c) adversely affecting the flow of
water in any overland flow path.
Scenic amenity Not Applicable
PO13 AO13
Development does not detract from the scenic Development on land adjoining the
amenity of the hinterland as experienced from major road network, Lake Macdonald or
the major road network or waterways. the Noosa River system minimises
visual impacts on the scenic amenity of
the roadway or waterway by:
(a) sensitive siting and design of
buildings, structures, driveways
and works;
(b) retaining existing vegetation;
(c) incorporating landscape
treatments to visually screen and
soften development; and
(d) incorporating building materials
and external finishes that are
compatible with the site’s visual
character and landscape setting.
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Editor’s Note— Residential buildings
should be predominantly finished in
colours and materials that blend well
with the colours and hues of the
surrounding vegetation and landscape
without causing glare or reflection.
For agricultural buildings, colours and
textures that blend with the natural
setting are preferred however if not
practical, buildings should at least be
well maintained and/or visually
screened.
PO14 Not Applicable
The visual amenity of Lake Macdonald, its No acceptable outcome provided
foreshores and immediate surrounds are
maintained or improved including views:
(a) from the lake;
(b) to the lake and beyond when viewed
from private lands and from public
areas, including the Botanical Gardens.
Sloping sites and ridgelines
PO15 AO15.1 Compliant
The landscape character and visual amenity To protect scenic amenity and other
quality of hill slopes and ridgelines are landscape qualities, buildings,
retained and buildings and structures: structures and associated accessways
(a) are visually responsive to the natural are not constructed on land with a
topography of the site, sitting within slope greater than 25%.
the landscape rather than dominating
it; AO15.2 Not Applicable
(b) step down slopes or use suspended On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the
floor construction, minimising cut and uppermost edge of a hill slope:
fill and avoiding benching of the site; (a) roof lines are generally parallel
(c) allow for retention of natural vegetation with contours of the land;
that assists in screening or visually (b) roofs do not exceed a pitch of
softening development; and 15 degrees; and
(d) incorporate materials, finishes and (c) buildings do not protrude
colours that complement the natural above the height of prevailing
setting and integrate with the vegetation.
landscape and skyline.
Editor's note refer to Figure 6.9.1A and
Figure 6.9.1B. and Figure AP33B.
AO15.3 Not Applicable
Cut or fill is less than 1.5 metres in
depth relative to natural ground
surface.
Editor’s Note— On visually prominent
hill slopes or ridgelines residential
buildings should be predominantly
finished in colours and materials that
blend well with the colours and hues of
the surrounding vegetation and
landscape without causing glare or
reflection. Broad expanses of a single
colour are less desirable and where
possible should be broken up by other
colours or design elements. Shades in
the violet, blue, green and yellow
green side of the spectrum, as well as
greys or browns, should be appropriate
with whites or bright colours restricted
to trimmings. For agricultural buildings,
colours and textures that blend with the
natural setting are preferred however if
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not practical, buildings should at least
be well maintained and/or visually
screened.
Noosa Trail Network Table 6.8.3.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Noosa Trail Network
PO16 AO16.1 Not Applicable
A comprehensive network of bridle trails Development includes linkages to or
and pedestrian and bicycle linkages is between existing or future components
established, enhanced and protected of the Noosa Trail Network, as indicated
incorporating road reserves, State forests, on the Strategic Framework
Council owned land and private lands Infrastructure Map
consistent with the lifestyle and outdoor
recreation needs of Noosa Shire’s residents AO16.2
and visitors. Development does not have an adverse
impact on the access functions of the
Noosa Trail Network.
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RECONFIGURING A LOT CODE
Growth Management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
PO1 Not Applicable
Urban residential development: No acceptable outcome provided
(a) is confined to land within the Urban
boundaries;
(b) provides a mix of lot sizes and
configurations to cater for variety in
housing choice;
(c) contributes to efficient use of land and
infrastructure;
(d) increases residential densities and
reduces lot sizes in close proximity to
public transport and centre zones;
(e) provides appropriate buffer areas
between sensitive land uses,
ecologically important areas and
conflicting uses;
(f) contributes positively to the amenity
and landscape value of the local area.
PO2 Not Applicable
Rural residential development is confined to No acceptable outcome provided
land within the Rural Residential zone and
included within either the Urban Footprint or
Rural Living designations of the South East
Queensland Regional Plan.
PO3 AO3 Not Applicable
Development of land for business and Development of land:
employment functions occurs within the at the Noosa Business Centre is to be
activity centres and the industrial zones. generally in accordance with Figure
7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business Centre
Framework and Character Plan);
at the former Bowls site Lot 3
RP884396, Noosa Junction is to be
generally in accordance with Figure
7.2.5.4 (Noosa Junction Framework
and Character Plan).
PO4 Compliant
With the exception of lots intended to be used No acceptable outcome provided No additional lots are being created.
by the Council or State for community
infrastructure, conservation purposes or
public utilities, including road widening, no
additional lots are created:
(a) in the Rural zone unless resultant lots
have a minimum area of 100 hectares;
(b) in the Environmental Management and
Conservation zone;
(c) on Noosa North Shore;
(d) in the Low density residential zone at
Cooroibah;
(e) in the Low density residential zone
where access is gained via:
(i) Noosa Banks Drive, Tewantin;
(ii) Golf Course Drive, Griffith
Avenue or Carramar Street,
Tewantin;
(iii) Lake Entrance Boulevard,
Noosaville;
(iv) Lake Weyba Drive Noosaville,
south of Eenie Creek Road; or
(v) Habitat Place, Noosa Heads;
(f) within a Water Supply Buffer Area as
shown on Regional Infrastructure
Overlay.
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Lot areas and dimensions Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Lot areas and dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 Compliant
New lots have areas and dimensions that: New lots are of a size and shape that The proposed boundary realignment
can accommodate the land uses has minimal impact on the existing size
(a) are consistent with the purpose and intended by the zone. and shape of the subject lots. Existing
overall outcomes of the applicable allowable land uses for the site are
zone or zones; therefore considered to be retained.
(b) are consistent with the size and
character of surrounding lots;
(c) can accommodate land uses that are AO5.2 Compliant
consistent with the purpose and overall In general, lots have a predominantly It would be possible for the boundary
outcomes of the applicable zone; regular, rectangular shape. realignment of Lot 1 to retain its
(d) allow for siting and construction of generally rectangular shape, although,
buildings, structures, access ways and Editor's note topographical given that there is significant vegetation
car parking while: constraints or environmental values located around the south-western
(i) retaining ecologically important may call for irregular property corner of the site, the proposed
areas and ecological linkages; boundaries. irregular shape is proposed to prevent
further fragmentation of the vegetation.
(ii) minimising risk of soil erosion,
landslide, flooding and AO5.3 Not Applicable
bushfire; In residential zones, lots are generally
(iii) minimising earthworks or arranged so that:
retaining walls associated with (a) there are no more than five lots
construction on sloping sites; with a frontage width of less
(iv) retaining the scenic amenity and than 15 metres grouped in a
vegetated character of the row;
landscape; (b) there are no more than three
(v) retaining culturally significant lots with a frontage width of 7.5
features and protecting views to metres or less in a row unless
culturally significant features; serviced by a rear lane;
(vi) minimising detrimental impacts (c) lots with a frontage width of less
of effluent disposal or storm than 15 metres are not located
water runoff; including open opposite other lots with a
space for landscaping; ensuring frontage width of less than 15
safe vehicular manoeuvring metres
areas without concentration of
driveways in one space; and AO5.4 Not Applicable
(vii) where not in a water or sewerage In activity centres and industry zones,
service area, allow for water new lots contribute to a mix of lot sizes
storage tanks and suitable that cater for varied commercial and
effluent disposal. industrial enterprises, such that:
(e) except where otherwise specified in a (a) smaller lots intended for
local area code, comply with the intensive development are
minimum lot size specified in Table clustered near centres;
9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and (b) new lots adjacent to sensitive
Dimensions land uses include sufficient area
for buffering of incompatible
land uses; and
(c) lot reconfiguration provides for
shared access arrangements
wherever possible.
PO6 Compliant
Development provides for irregular shaped No acceptable outcome provided The created irregularity of lot 1 is
lots to be created only where: compliant on the following grounds:
(a) the creation of regular lots is • the proposed lot boundary avoids
impractical such as at a curve in the further fragmentation ecological
road or because of topographical areas; and
constraints; • new lot boundary only
(b) safe access and visual exposure to and encompasses the area of the vehicle
from the site can be provided, while not access;
adversely impacting on the
functionality of the surrounding road
network;
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(c) it is desirable to avoid clearing of
vegetation and the fragmentation of
habitat in ecologically important areas;
and
(d) the irregular lot is demonstrably
suitable for its intended purpose.
Lot layout Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Lot layout
Site Responsive Design
PO7 AO7.1 Not Applicable
Development provides for a lot layout and If located in the Low density residential
configuration of roads and pathways that is zone, Medium density residential zone,
responsive to: High density residential zone, Tourist
(a) the setting of the site within an urban accommodation zone or Community
or nonurban context; facilities zone and intended for a
(b) any natural environmental values residential use, any new lot is located
present on, or adjoining the site; outside the modelled flood level of the
(c) any natural hazards affecting the site or 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) water surface
adjoining land such that the number of levels or where not modelled, above
properties or persons at risk is not the highest known flood level.
increased;
(d) the terrain of the land, minimising the AO7.2 Compliant
need for earthworks; Flood immunity for development areas No filling is proposed for this
(e) any places of cultural heritage is not achieved by filling land below application
significance or character areas present the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood level.
on, or adjoining the site; and
AO7.3 Compliant
(f) any important landmarks, views, vistas
All reconfigured lots on land subject to The proposed boundary realignment
or other areas of high scenic quality
a constraint or valuable feature does not significantly alter the existing
present on, or able to be viewed from, identified on an overlay map contains configuration of the subject lots and
the site. a building envelope marked on a plan maintain sufficient land located outside
of development that demonstrates of constrained areas
Editor’s Note— Development of land that there is an area sufficient to
affected by constraints shown on overlay accommodate the intended purpose
maps will be subject to overlay codes of the lot, that is not subject to the
constraint or valuable feature or that
appropriately responds to the
constraint or valuable feature.
AO7.4 Not Applicable
New lots with a site area less than
4,000m² in area have a slope not
exceeding:
(a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
(b) 5% lengthwise slope
(longitudinal fall).
AO7.5 Compliant
Lot boundaries, services, utilities and The altered lot boundary avoids
roads are aligned to avoid traversing traversing ecologically important areas
ecologically important areas and and ecological linkages.
ecological linkages.
AO7.6 Compliant
Development does not result in Existing landform features are being
significant modification to natural retained.
landform or landscape features
including:
(a) waterways and drainage lines;
(b) native vegetation or significant
character trees;
(c) understorey vegetation;
(d) slope;
(e) rock outcrops; or
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(f) views.
AO7.7 Compliant
Development retains or provides Existing ecological linkages are retained.
viable ecological corridors for wildlife
movement.
AO7.8 Not Applicable
Where no riparian buffer is nominated
through the Biodiversity, Waterways
and Wetlands Overlay Map in Schedule
2, a vegetated buffer is provided no less
than 10 metres wide, measured from
the centreline of any stream.
AO7.9 Compliant with Performance
Ecologically important areas are Outcome
formally protected for the long term Refer to Town Planning Report
through environmental covenant or
transferal to public ownership or
through gazettal of a nature reserve.
Climate Responsive Design Not Applicable
PO8 AO8.1
The street design and lot orientation facilitates The lot design maximises the number
the construction of energy efficient buildings of lots where the longest axis of the lot
that respond to the local climate conditions has a general eastwest orientation.
by:
(a) maximising solar access to the north; AO8.2
(b) minimising solar access to the west; The street pattern maximises the
(c) proportioning lots and building number of streets running in a general
envelopes to accommodate energy northsouth direction.
efficient building orientation;
(d) maximising access to any prevailing AO8.3
summer breezes; and For development within the Low
(e) minimising exposure to prevailing density residential zone each lot
winter winds. contains a rectangular house site area
where the long axis faces true north or
is no more than 20 degrees off true
north and has minimum dimensions of
10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design Not Applicable
PO9 AO9.1
Development provides for a lot layout, land Lots are arranged to front streets and
use and infrastructure configuration that: public open space.
(a) provides for an efficient land use
pattern; AO9.2
(b) creates compact and walkable Development maximises opportunities
neighbourhoods that are well for casual surveillance and avoids areas
connected to centres, employment, of concealment by ensuring pathways
education facilities, community and public open space have defined
services, open space and recreation edges and are visually exposed to
facilities; roadways.
(c) creates useable and interconnected
movement and open space networks; AO9.3
(d) effectively connects and integrates the Neighbourhoods (including roads,
site with existing or planned pathways and open space) are
development on adjoining sites; designed with a high degree of
(e) provides for moderate and large size legibility with public spaces and
developments to have multiple access corridors easy to find and recognise.
points;
(f) promotes a sense of community
identity and belonging;
(g) promotes a variety of streetscapes;
(h) provides for a high level of amenity,
having regard to potential noise, dust,
odour and lighting nuisance sources;
(i) integrates prominent site features
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including landmarks, native vegetation
and views into the design;
(j) discourages crime or antisocial
behaviour by facilitating casual
surveillance of streets, paths and public
open space;
(k) avoids the sporadic or outof
sequence creation of lots; and
(l) protects and enhances ecologically
important areas and provides for the
clustering of lots into cleared areas.
Infrastructure Compliant
PO10 No acceptable outcome provided Existing infrastructure arrangements are
Development accommodates and provides being retained on the site.
for the efficient and timely delivery of
infrastructure appropriate to the site’s setting
and intended use.
PO11 Not Applicable
Roadway and pathway layout are No acceptable outcome provided
predominantly rectilinear with a high degree
of permeability. Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic
and the road network is addressed in
Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
Infrastructure and services Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Infrastructure and services
PO12 AO12.1 Compliant with AO12.1 & AO12.5
New lots are located, sized and configured so All lots are connected to power supply All existing infrastructure servicing the
as to ensure each lot is capable of being and telecommunications services and site is to be retained.
serviced by appropriate levels of infrastructure where located within the Urban
including: boundaries, power supply and
(a) power supply; communications infrastructure are
(b) telecommunications; and provided underground.
(c) where within Local Plan Areas
(d) reticulated water supply; AO12.2
(e) reticulated sewerage; and If located in a water service area each
(f) stormwater drainage. new lot can be connected to
Unitywater’s water supply network.
AO12.3
If located in a sewerage service area
each new lot can be connected to
Unitywater’s sewerage network.
AO12.4
If located in a Local plan area lots can
be connected to Council’s stormwater
drainage network.
AO12.5
If not in a sewerage service area each
lot has sufficient area and other
attributes to ensure efficient and
effective onsite sewerage disposal.
PO13 AO13.1 Compliant
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient Vehicular access for the development Existing vehicle access to the site is
vehicle access is consistent with the function and being retained.
design of the road it takes access from.
AO13.2 Not Applicable
Development does not require new or
changed access to a state controlled
road that is a limited access road
unless in accordance with the limited
access policy for the statecontrolled
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road .
AO13.3 Not Applicable
Access easements are in appropriate
locations for safe access and egress,
and supply appropriate widths and
levels of service for the number of
vehicles that will utilise them as per
the requirements of Council’s Planning
Scheme Policy PSP6 Engineering
design standards – Roads, drainage
and earthworks.
Editor's note Reference should be
made to the Queensland
Government's Development
Assessment Mapping System to
confirm which are statecontrolled
roads or limited access roads.
Movement Network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Movement Network
Traffic Compliant
PO14 No acceptable outcome provided The proposal does not increase the
Traffic generated by the development is traffic generated from the site.
within the acceptable capacity of external Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic
roads and does not have an adverse impact and the road network is addressed in
upon the functioning of the road network. Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
Roads and Pathways Not Applicable
PO15 AO15.1
Development involving the creation of new Where involving the construction of a
roads and pathways ensures infrastructure— new road, road planning and design
(a) provides convenient, safe and efficient supports the hierarchy and functional
movement for all modes of transport aspects identified in Council’s Planning
between land use activities; Scheme Policy PSP6 on Engineering
(b) prioritises pedestrian movement and design standards – Roads, drainage
bicycle use over vehicle movements; and earthworks.
(c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible
bus services that connect to existing Editor’s Note— Further detail on road
and future public passenger transport and pathway networks is provided in
facilities; Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
(d) provides through roads and minimises
the use of culsde sac; AO15.2
The street layout is generally rectilinear
(e) minimises the extent of earthworks
and does not rely on culs desac, or
required by being sympathetic to the
where the use of a culdesac is
terrain; unavoidable because of the natural
(f) allows for unimpeded and practical features of the site, it does not exceed
access to each proposed lot; and a length of 200 metres.
(g) provides for mature street trees.
AO15.3
Pathways and pedestrian routes are
planned to provide clear, safe
connections between residential, open
space, transit stops and retail areas,
and are located along, or are visible
from, streets or other public spaces.
AO15.4
Sufficient space and soil depth is
provided for the planting of street
trees for shade, amenity and habitat
purposes.
PO16 AO16 Not Applicable
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways
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pedestrian and cyclist linkages with adjoining Network identified in the Local
sites in the immediate area. Government Infrastructure Plan
located in Part 4, the subdivision
design and layout includes pathways:
(a) located in accordance with the
Pathways Network identified in
the Local Government
Infrastructure Plan; or
(b) linking to the Pathways Network
identified in the Local
Government Infrastructure Plan.
PO17 Not Applicable
Development on land within activity centres No acceptable outcome provided
with active frontages are provided with access
from a rear lane or other access streets to
reduce potential conflicts with pedestrians
and cyclists.
Open Space Network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Open Space Network
PO18 AO18.1 Not Applicable
Development provides for parks, drainage Active parkland or open space which
reserves and open space infrastructure links to active parkland is provided in
that: accordance with the Council’s
(a) provides for a range of passive and active infrastructure network planning;
recreation settings, offering a range of
informal and formal experiences to the OR
community;
(b) accommodates adequate facilities to meet AO18.2
the needs of the community and is Park contributions are paid in
designed to maximise use by the accordance with the applicable
community it serves; infrastructure instrument.
(c) provides opportunities for all age groups
and levels of mobility; AO18.3
(d) is well distributed and contributes to the Land intended for public open space
legibility and character of the specific complements existing adjacent and
town, village or locality; surrounding open space areas and
(e) creates attractive settings and focal points physical linkages to these areas are
for the community, designed as attractive provided.
and enjoyable, functional and safe places
to meet and recreate; AO18.4
(f) benefits the amenity of adjoining land Open space is provided adjacent to
waterways, with roads servicing the
uses;
linear parkland and lots located on the
(g) facilitates the retention and protection of
opposite side of the road to the
ecologically important areas, wetlands,
waterways.
waterways, drainage lines and native
habitat areas, their associated buffers,
AO18.5
ecological linkages and other natural and
A park has direct road frontages of a
cultural features;
minimum of 25% of the total allotment
(h) incorporates appropriate measures for boundary of the park to provide
stormwater and flood management; physical access and visibility.
(i) is cost effective to maintain; and
(j) is dedicated as public land in the early AO18.6
stages of the subdivision. Public open space has good
connectivity for users via pedestrian
and cycle paths.
AO18.7
Landscaping is designed to create
aesthetically pleasing open space
areas and to suit the type, setting
and purpose of the particular park.
AO18.8
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Active parkland in all areas other
than the Low impact industry zone
and Medium impact industry zone
will contain embellishment in
accordance with the Local
Government Infrastructure Plan in
Part 4 such as:
(a) children’s play facilities
catering for various ages
including a soft fall surface
where required and a shade
cover over play equipment;
(b) seating;
(c) picnic table/s with seats; and
(d) landscaping.
Editor’s Note— Further detail on
Landscaping is addressed in Part
9.4.5 Landscaping Code
PO19 AO19.1 Not Applicable
Land provided for active recreation areas is of Active parkland is of a usable shape free
a physical standard and condition suitable for of irregular boundaries.
the intended uses and is not subject to
physical or other constraints including AO19.2
contamination, environmental or biophysical Active parkland is located on land that
constraints or legislative protection that is exclusive of—
would encumber its use. (a) flood inundation below the 20%
AEP (1:5 year ARI level);
(b) land affected by stormwater or
overland flow discharge from
adjacent allotments;
(c) drainage reserves and
detention basins, which
cannot be shown to safely and
effectively contribute to the
network of parks and open
space areas;
(d) land with a slope, or subject to
cut or fill with a batter slope,
that exceeds a slope of 15%;
(e) areas of land less than 15
metres wide, such as access
and service and utility
easements;
(f) land required to serve
primarily as a buffer area
to any existing
development or major
transport corridor; and
(g) power easements.
AO19.3
At least 10% of the total open space
provision for active parkland is exclusive
of flood inundation below the 1% AEP
(1:100 year ARI level or the highest
recorded flood level), whichever is the
greatest.
Small Residential Lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Small Residential Lots
PO20 AO20 Not Applicable
Residential lots less than 600m2: Within the Low Density Residential
(a) occur only where they are zone, new lots of less than 600m²:
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consistent with the size of (a) are no smaller than the size of
established adjacent lots; established adjacent lots;
(b) are not less than 500m2 in area; (b) are free of easements;
(c) are free of physical constraints or (c) are regular in shape
encumbrances that would restrict the with a width to
siting of a house; depth ratio of
(d) have area and dimensions that approximately 1:2;
can accommodate an (d) do not have a slope greater than
appropriate house site area 10%;
without siting variations; (e) can accommodate a house and
(e) are distributed across a development sufficient car parking without
to create diversity in lots; and encroaching into boundary
(f) do not result in excessive clearances or prescribed
driveways at intersections or building setbacks;
corners. (f) allow for landscape and tree
planting in deep soil zones to
soften built form elements;
(g) are not created by further
dividing an existing rear
(battle axe) lot; and
(h) are not located at the end of a
Tintersection or at a bend in
the road.
Rear Lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Rear Lots
PO21 AO21.1 Not Applicable
Rear (battleaxe) lots are created only where:: The minimum area of the rear lot,
(a) it would not be desirable nor exclusive of any access strip, complies
practicable for the site to be with the lot reconfiguration outcomes
reconfigured so that all lots have in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot size and
full frontage to a road; dimensions providing that no rear
(b) located in the Low density residential access lot has a lot size less than 600m2
zone, Rural residential zone or Rural exclusive of access strip.
zone;
(c) development positively contributes to AO21.2
the character of the neighbourhood; No more than 10% of lots within a
(d) development provides a high standard subdivision are rear lots or lots
of amenity for residents and other users accessed via an access strip.
of the rear lot and adjoining properties;
(e) the lot is large enough to AO21.3
accommodate anticipated land uses No more than two rear lots are located
including car parking and manoeuvring; at the end of a culdesac.
(f) development is not detrimental to the
AO21.4
use and amenity of adjoining lots
No rear lot shares a common
through loss of privacy, sunlight or
boundary with more than four other
breezes once buildings are constructed;
lots.
(g) vehicular access to rear lots will not
have a detrimental impact on lots
AO21.5
adjoining the access strip due to
No more than two rear lots or rear lot
excessive noise, light, dust, stormwater
access strips directly adjoin each other.
runoff and the like;
(h) access arrangements do not adversely AO21.6
affect the safety and efficiency of the No existing lot with a primary street
road from which access is gained; frontage of less than 12 metres is
(i) their creation does not prejudice the further divided unless safe access to
anticipated development of adjoining the new lot is provided to a secondary
land. street to which a frontage of at least
12 metres is provided.
AO21.7
Where two rear lots adjoin each other,
a single common driveway and
reciprocal access easements are
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provided.
AO21.8
No more than three lots gain access
from the same access strip.
AO21.9
Any lot with a road frontage has no
more than one rear lot created to its
rear and has a rear lot access strips
located on no more than one side.
AO21.10
The gradient of the access strip does
not exceed 10%.
AO21.11
Access strips have a minimum width of
4.5 metres.
Rural lots of severed by a road Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Rural lots severed by a road
PO22 Not Applicable
In the Rural Zone, one lot may be divided No acceptable outcome provided
into two lots less than 100 hectares in area
where there is a compliance with the South
East Queensland Regional Plan and each
resultant lot is relatively free of physical
constraints such that it can accommodate a
dwelling house, effluent disposal, vehicular
access and other improvements and land
uses that are consistent with the purpose of
the Rural Zone.
Volumetric Subdivisions Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Volumetric Subdivisions
PO23 Not Applicable
Development provides that the subdivision No acceptable outcome provided
of space above or below the surface of land
facilitates efficient development in a manner
that is consistent with the overall outcomes
for the zone and Local plan area in which
the site is located.
Stormwater Management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Stormwater Management
PO24 Not Applicable
Development provides for the effective No acceptable outcome provided
drainage of lots and roads in a manner
that: Editor’s Note— Requirements for the
(a) maintains the natural flow regime; design and construction of stormwater
(b) effectively manages stormwater quality management infrastructure are
and quantity; and addressed in Part
(c) ensures no adverse impacts on 9.4.9 Water Quality and Drainage code
receiving waters and
surrounding land.
Conflicting land uses Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
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Conflicting land uses
PO25 Not Applicable
New lots for residential development do not No acceptable outcome provided
adjoin land located in the Medium impact
industry zone or the Low impact industry
zone.
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Growth management
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries
PO26 AO26 Compliant with Performance
Development provides that the The rearrangement of lot boundaries Outcome
rearrangement of lot boundaries is an results is an improvement to the Refer to Town Planning Report
improvement on the existing situation. existing situation whereby the size and
dimensions of proposed lots comply
more fully with Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum
lot size and dimensions. and at least
one of the following is achieved:
(a) the rearrangement of lots
remedies an existing boundary
encroachment by a building or
structure;
(b) the rearranged lots will be
made more regular in shape;
(c) access is provided to a lot that
previously had no access or an
unsuitable access;
(d) the rearranged lots better meet
the overall outcomes for the
zone and the local plan area in
which the site is situated;
(e) the rearrangement of lots
provides for a significant
improvement in rural
productivity; or
(f) the rearrangement of lots
results in a significant
improvement in the protection
of environmental values.
If involving a standard format lot with common property such as requiring a community management scheme under the
Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997
PO27 Not Applicable
Community title subdivision only occurs once No acceptable outcome provided
construction of approved buildings on site is
completed.
Editor’s Note—As a building is to be
constructed prior to sealing of subdivision
plans, assessment of the development is to be
undertaken as part of the development
application for a material change of use if that
development is assessable under the
planning scheme. Reconfiguring a lot can be
assessed simultaneously or subsequently
against the relevant parts of this code.
PO28 Not Applicable
Development provides internal access ways No acceptable outcome provided
and driveways which:
(a) are designed to clearly indicate the
function of the access way; and
(b) provide acceptable levels of access,
functionality, safety, amenity and
convenience for users, as well as
catering for car parking facilities.
PO29 Not Applicable
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Community title subdivision for residential No acceptable outcome provided
purposes only occurs—
(a) where lots are located close to services
and facilities;
(b) in the Low density residential zone,
Medium density residential zone, High
density residential zone, Tourist
accommodation zone or Centre zone;
(c) where they are consistent with the
character of the locality they are
located in;
(d) if appropriate house site areas and car
parking needs can be accommodated;
(e) where they are supplied with adequate
infrastructure to meet the needs of
users;
(f) where they minimise adverse effects on
the environment;
(g) if they are of suitable shape and slope
to minimise constraints to
development; and
(h) if they are sufficient areas to provide
reasonable amenity for users.
PO30 Not Applicable
Community title subdivisions intended for No acceptable outcome provided
business uses:
(a) only occur in a centre zone or industry
zone; and
(b) provide adequate areas on site for
vehicular parking, private and
communal open space, landscaping
and site facilities to meet the needs of
users.
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