2019-04-09 Planning & Environment Committee Agenda

PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                         9 APRIL 2019


3.       Probable Solutions of The Noosa Plan’s Advertising Devices Code, being that:
         i.    Advertising devices do not include signs with a signface area exceeding the
               Acceptable Solutions of this Code or 4m², whichever is the lessor; and
         ii.   General design and amenity complies with the specific requirements for all types of
               advertising devices, including a Wall Sign, do not exceed a maximum signface area
               of 4m².
While the existing unapproved and non-compliant Window Sign (refer to Figure 2) does not form
part of this application, it is considered likely the same assessment outcome would apply should
a development application be lodged seeking its approval. On this basis, and post Council’s
decision of this application, it is recommended that Council’s compliance officers advise the
applicant to either make the sign compliant, remove the sign or lodge a development application
seeking a development permit for the sign.
4.       DRAFT PLANNING SCHEME
The Draft Planning Scheme does not contain any assessment criteria relevant to Advertising
Devices. Alternatively, Advertising Devices are proposed to be assessed under a new Local Law
which is currently under draft.
5.       CONSULTATION
5.1. Referral Agencies
Nil.
5.2. Other Referrals
Not applicable.
5.3. Public Notification
Not applicable.
6.       CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The application seeks a retrospective Operational Works Development Permit for an existing
Advertising Device in the form of a new Wall Sign located on the side of the existing industrial
building located at Noosa Metro Innovation Park, 1/100 Rene Street, Noosaville. The proposed
Advertising Device, in the form of a Wall Sign in excess of 4m² signface area, is considered
inconsistent with the Overall Outcomes, Specific and Probable Solutions of the Advertising
Devices Code because:
      Signs with a signface area exceeding 4m² are not to be located in Noosa Shire;
      The proposed advertising device does not complement and detracts from the desirable
       characteristics of the natural and built environment in which the advertising device is
       exhibited;
      The proposed sign is not compatible with the existing and future planned character of the
       locality in which it is situated; and
      The proposed sign is not of a scale, proportion and form that is appropriate to the streetscape
       in which it is located.
On this basis, it is recommended the application is refused.
While the existing unlawful Window Sign does not form part of this application it is recommended
that Council’s compliance officers advise the applicant to:
1.       Make the Window Sign compliant with the Advertising Devices Code’s Acceptable
         Solutions; or
2.       Remove the Window Sign; or
3.       Lodge a development application seeking approval for the Window Sign.
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