2021-10-08 SM - Item 1 - Attachment 1 - Draft Coastal Hazards Adaptation Plan

to dealing with uncertainties in preparing Noosa for changes to local coastal hazards. It provides a
fit-for-purpose plan based on the best available scientific data and information, noting the need for
flexibility and iterative review over time as new locally specific information arises.
Guiding principles
Guiding principles have been created to assist in the development of Noosa’s response to coastal
hazards. These principles (shown below) were developed to clearly articulate how Noosa Council’s
existing strategies and objectives apply in a coastal hazards adaptation context.

The Noosa Environment
   1. Adaptation does not adversely impact upon the natural assets of Noosa.
   2. Adaptation supports the resilience of native flora and fauna, natural dune system and
       beaches.
   3. Adaptation maintains the natural landscape character of places and provides for attractive
       natural solutions that harmonise with local environmental features.
The Noosa Community
   4. Adaptation increases the community's safety and resilience to natural hazard risks.
   5. Adaptation responses maintain or enhance accessibility to existing local landscapes in a
       way that does not adversely impact on natural values.
   6. Adaptation responses seek to maintain the functionality of key community spaces where
       appropriate though some areas may experience reduced functionality.
   7. Adaptation responses seek to minimise disruption to the community from natural hazard
       events.
   8. Adaptation planning incorporates community involvement in early planning, policy, design
       and decision making.
   9. Adaptation considers the potential financial burden on the community in short, medium and
       long term, whilst also considering the rights and interests of individuals.
The Noosa Economy
   10. Adaptation seeks to support the ongoing functionality of key economic zones.
   11. Adaptation supports the goals of Council’s economic strategy where possible.
Long term planning for Noosa Shire
   12. Adaptation is incorporated into capital works programs, including asset designs.
   13. Adaptation responses are flexible and adaptable over time to changing needs and new
       information including local area specific data.
   14. Adaptation must be intra- and inter-generationally equitable.
Excellence as a Council
   15. Adaptation responses are driven by scientific evidence, risk management principles and
       community consultation with residents and businesses.
   16. Adaptation responses reduce risk and create other benefits wherever possible.
   17. Adaptation seeks to minimise futures financial costs to Council.


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