Applicant's Response to Council's FA

In the 1985 Planning Scheme a ‘Catering Shop’ is defined as-

Any premises used or intended for use for the preparation by cooking or otherwise of light
refreshments, take-away meals or bread, cakes or pastry and the supply of such on sale to the public

for consumption elsewhere or on the premises.

Therefore, it is clearly presented the change of conditions aligns with the existing use rights and will not impact
upon the amenity of the locality. The bakery will not offer table service and all products will be sold in

takeaway packaging.

Information Required by Council

Issue — Increase in GFA

The subject site is within the Medium Density Residential Zone under Noosa Plan 2020. The use is an

inconsistent use within the zoning and any increase in floor area is not supported.

Advice Required

1. Provide amended plans limiting floor area to the existing approved floor area.

Applicant's Response

The applicant has taken measures to ensure that there will be no increase in the current gross floor area (GFA)
of the building. The main emphasis of the proposal is to modify the production area and the commercial
kitchen, aiming to cater to the business's requirements and improve operational efficiency.

It is crucial to note that:
e All the proposed alterations will be confined within the existing building.
e The proposed alterations will be of minor nature.
e The overall GFA will remain unaffected.
e The development will not have any new impact on the surrounding area.

Further, the applicant will maintain the mixed-use essence of the site, encompassing both residential and
small business aspects. Noteworthy is the fact that the family occupying the premises will be the baker's, who
will be the first person on shift each morning .

Information Required by Council

Issue — Business Operations

The application material does not include information in relation to the operations of the business, including:
+ Number of employees proposed to be working on site at any one time;

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