PR25042.Minor Change.12Oct2026 · OPW22/0140.02

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MINOR CHANGE ASSESSMENT

The proposal is assessed against the definition of minor change in Schedule 2 of the Act and the
considerations in Schedule 1 of the Development Assessment Rules. On the scope described:
    -   The same three-dwelling outcome is retained on the site. No increase in dwelling numbers, building
        height or overall development scale is sought. The localised entry and servicing changes do not
        fundamentally alter the development’s character or operation.
    -   No new use, land parcel, vehicular access or additional traffic-generating activity is proposed. No
        integral operational component or identified offset is proposed to be removed. Landscaping and
        waste management must remain effective.
    -   The changes are not expected to introduce prohibited development or trigger public notification
        where none was previously required.
    -   No new or additional referral, other than the statutory exception for the chief executive, or additional
        referral assessment matter is identified from the described changes. This position requires
        confirmation against the approval’s referral history and current triggers.
    -   Subject to substantiation of the landscaping and waste servicing outcomes, the changes do not
        materially worsen amenity or infrastructure impacts. On that basis, we consider the proposal
        capable of assessment as a minor change.

PROPOSED DESIGN CHANGES

The revised architectural plans relocate the pedestrian entry to Unit 3 from the central portion of the Berrima
Row frontage to the north-eastern corner of the site. The applicant advises that discussions with Council
officers have informed the design, particularly the treatment of frontage landscaping. Figure 1 compares the
proposed and approved arrangements below, with the revised Architectural Plans forming Attachment A
to this report.




 Figure 1 – Proposed Vs Approved Footpath Comparison


As is evident above, the proposed change considers relocating the pedestrian connection to the north-
eastern corner of the site, where more sympathetic levels allow for a more seamless transition between


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Berrima Row and Unit 3.

The approved pedestrian access outcome which accommodated the footpath central to the Berrima
Row frontage created an undesirable level difference between the road and the raised terrace. To
improve accessibility for future residents and their guests, the Architectural Plans have been amended
to provide an at grade pedestrian connection and security gate further north along Berrima Row than
currently approved.

The principal planning consideration is the effect of the relocated path on the Berrima Row landscape
treatment. The comparison indicates retained frontage planting and a reconfigured garden and terrace
arrangement. These areas continue to soften the development and provide separation between the
dwelling and the street. Existing street trees provide additional visual context but do not replace the
need for adequate landscaping within the site.

Importantly, the same quantum of landscaping has been achieved across the development, though the
proposed change will deliver a significantly improved private open space and accessibility outcome for
Unit 3.

Other areas of deep planting and feature landscaping treatments have been retained and will continue
to soften the built form, provide privacy for residents and contribute to the broader streetscape
presentation. As a comparable amount of deep planting and soft landscaping has been maintained, we
consider the proposed changes demonstrate consistency with the intent of the approved landscaping
outcomes for the site, whilst improving pedestrian connectivity with Berrima Row.

In addition to the above, the relocated path facilitates an improved path of travel for fire services. As
shown below, the at grade footpath now proposed provides for a more direct route to the rear terraces
of Units 1-3 in the event of an emergency.




 Figure 2 – Fire services route


Having regard to the above, we do not consider the proposed changes in any way to compromise the
presentation of the development to the Berrima Row frontage and request Council’s endorsement of the
updated Architectural package.




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PROPOSED CHANGES TO DEVELOPMENT CONDITIONS

CONDITION 3 – APPROVED PLANS
Development authorised by this approval must be undertaken generally in accordance with
the Approved Plans listed in the tables below.

Applicant Comment
We request the table of approved plans be updated to reference the Architectural Plans provided as
Attachment A to this request. Amendments are in line with the below updated table.



 Plan No.            Rev.         Plan/Document Name                              Date

 DA1.06              ST           Site Plan, prepared by Black Wood               12/11/2025
                                  Architecture &                                  10/09/2026
                                  Design
 DA2.01              ST           Ground Floor Plan, prepared by Black Wood       12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA2.02              ST           Level 1 Floor Plan, prepared by Black Wood      12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA2.03              ST           Level 2 Floor Plan, prepared by Black Wood      12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA2.04              ST           Roof Plan, prepared by Black Wood               12/11/2025
                                  Architecture &                                  10/09/2026
                                  Design
 DA3.01              ST           North Elevation, prepared by Black Wood         12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA3.02              ST           East Elevation, prepared by Black Wood          12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA3.03              ST           South Elevation, prepared by Black Wood         12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA3.04              ST           West Elevation, prepared by Black Wood          12/11/2025
                                  Architecture & Design                           10/09/2026
 DA4.01              ST           Section A, prepared by Black Wood               12/11/2025
                                  Architecture &                                  10/09/2026
                                  Design
 DA4.01              ST           Section B, prepared by Black Wood               12/11/2025
                                  Architecture &                                  10/09/2026
                                  Design




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CONDITION 13




Applicant Comment

The applicant requests clarity from Council with respect to Condition 13 of the decision notice. In particular,
we note the endorsed built form incorporates a range of external finishes including lightweight and texture
variation. The above condition as written is vague and does not reflect the fact that the current design
achieves the required variation. We request the condition be amended as follows:

13.     The external finishes must be provided in accordance with the approved architectural plans
        and their materials and finishes schedule. The building must incorporate a mix of
        lightweight and textured external finishes, with varied textured finishes to masonry areas to
        break up the surfaces.


CONDITION 23




Applicant Comment

Each unit shall be provided with a 1x140L waste bin and 1X240L recycling bin, in accordance with Councils
minimum service levels nominated in Council’s Planning Scheme Policy 9 - Waste Management. The policy
requires a minimum of 120L volume storage per dwelling unit.

An independent bin set down for each unit shall be nominated on the Basement Plan, with this to be
reflected within the Community Management Statement. Each bin storage area shall be impervious and
appropriately sized to accommodate bins.

The existing condition does not expressly require one consolidated bin store. The amendment therefore
seeks explicit acceptance of separate storage areas and a shared washdown facility, while preserving the
required hygiene and drainage controls. This arrangement uses the basement and avoids the potential
need to establish an additional ground-level store within landscaped areas.




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 Figure 3 – Bin storage areas

In support of the above, we request the condition be amended as follows:

23.     Bin storage areas and wash down shall be nominated on the Architectural Plans, designed
        and maintained in accordance with Planning Scheme Policy PSP9 Waste Management and
        the Noosa Plan’s Waste Management Code. Where separate bin storage areas are
        nominated, these shall be dedicated to their respective unit with this included within the
        Community Management Statement.




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APPLICATION FEES

In accordance with Council’s current fees and charges schedule 2026/27, it is understood a fee of $3,206.00
applies to a Minor Change request of this nature byway of the following calculation;

 Change Application                                    Estimated Fee
 Minor change to a Development Approval – minor                                                   $3,206.00
 matters


                                                                                            Total $3,206.00



We trust this information is sufficient for your purposes, however, should you require any further details or
clarification please do not hesitate to contact the writer by telephone on 0430011617

Yours sincerely,
for Mallee Group




Ben Walsh
Director | Principal Planner
[email protected]
+61 430 011 617

cc:                  S & J Knobel P/L Tte




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