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Appendix C - Code Assessment
Reconfiguring a Lot Code
Growth Management Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
PO1 No acceptable outcome provided PO1 – Not Applicable
The proposal does not involve urban residential development.
Urban residential development:
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 No acceptable outcome provided PO2– Complies
Rural residential development is confined to land within the Rural The proposal is for a rural residential development and is within
Residential zone and included within either the Urban Footprint or the Rural Residential Zone and Rural Living Area designation of
Rural Living designations of the South East Queensland Regional
the SEQRP.
Plan.
PO3 AO3 AO3 – Not Applicable
Development of land for business and employment functions Development of land: The site is not located within the Noosa Business Centre
occurs within the activity centres and the industrial zones.
a) at the Noosa Business Centre is to be generally in
accordance with Figure 7.2.4.5 (Noosa Business
Centre Framework and Character Plan);
b) 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).
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PO4 PO4 – Not Applicable
With the exception of lots intended to be used by the Council or No acceptable outcome provided The site does not fit within any categories listed from a) – f)
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 Assessment
Growth management
Lot areas and dimensions
PO5 AO5.1 AO5.1 – Complies
New lots have areas and dimensions that: New lots are of a size and shape that can accommodate the land The proposed lots are of sufficient size and shape to provide
uses intended by the zone.
house site areas that will allow for the establishment of dwellings
a) are consistent with the purpose and overall and associated buildings commensurate with the rural residential
outcomes of the applicable zone or zones;
b) are consistent with the size and character of zone.
surrounding lots; AO5.2
c) can accommodate land uses that are consistent In general, lots have a predominantly regular, rectangular shape.
with the purpose and overall outcomes of the AO5.2 – Complies
applicable zone; Editor's note-topographical constraints or environmental values may The lots have a conventional rectilinear shape.
d) allow for siting and construction of buildings, call for irregular property boundaries.
structures, access ways and car parking while:-
i) retaining ecologically important
areas and ecological linkages;
ii) minimising risk of soil erosion, landslide,
flooding and bushfire;
AO5.3 AO5.3 – AO5.4 – Not Applicable
iii) minimising earthworks or retaining walls
In residential zones, lots are generally arranged so that: The site is not located within a residential zone, activity centre or
associated with construction on sloping
sites; industry zone.
iv) retaining the scenic amenity and a) there are no more than five lots with a frontage width of
vegetated character of the landscape; less than 15 metres grouped in a row;
v) retaining culturally significant features and b) there are no more than three lots with a frontage width of
protecting views to culturally significant 7.5 metres or less in a row unless serviced by a rear lane;
features; c) lots with a frontage width of less than 15 metres are not
vi) minimising detrimental impacts of effluent located opposite other lots with a frontage width of less
disposal or storm water runoff; including than 15 metres
open space for landscaping; ensuring
safe vehicular manoeuvring areas
without concentration of driveways in one
space; and
AO5.4
vii) where not in a water or sewerage service
In activity centres and industry zones, new lots contribute to a mix of
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area, allow for water storage tanks and lot sizes that cater for varied commercial and industrial enterprises,
suitable effluent disposal. such that:
e) except where otherwise specified in a local area
code, comply with the minimum lot size specified a) smaller lots intended for intensive development are
in Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum Lot Size and Dimensions clustered near centres;
b) new lots adjacent to sensitive land uses include sufficient
area for buffering of incompatible land uses; and
c) lot reconfiguration provides for
shared access arrangements wherever possible.
PO6 – Complies
PO6 No acceptable outcome provided The proposed lots offer shapes that appropriately respond to the
Development provides for irregular shaped lots to be created constraints of the land and minimise clearing of native vegetation.
only where:
a) the creation of regular lots is impractical such as at a
curve in the road or because of topographical
constraints;
b) safe access and visual exposure to and from
the site can be provided, while not adversely
impacting on the functionality of the surrounding
road network;
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.
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Lot layout Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Lot Layout
Site Responsive Design AO7.1 – Not Applicable
PO7 AO7.1 The site is not located in any of the zones mentioned.
Development provides for a lot layout and configuration of roads If located in the Low density residential zone, Medium density
and pathways that is responsive to:- residential zone, High density residential zone, Tourist
accommodation zone or Community facilities zone and intended
a) the setting of the site within an urban or non-urban for a residential use, any new lot is located outside the modelled
context; flood level of the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) water surface levels or
b) any natural environmental values present on, or where not modelled, above the highest known flood level.
adjoining the site;
c) any natural hazards affecting the site or adjoining land
such that the number of properties or persons at risk is AO7.2
not increased; Flood immunity for development areas is not achieved by filling AO7.3 – Complies
d) the terrain of the land, minimising the need for land below the 1% AEP (1:100 year ARI) flood level. Each lot has flood immune house site areas and will not require
earthworks;
filling.
e) any places of cultural heritage significance or character
areas present on, or adjoining the site; and AO7.3
f) any important landmarks, views, vistas or other areas of All reconfigured lots on land subject to a constraint or valuable
high scenic quality present on, or able to be viewed feature identified on an overlay map contains a building AO7.3 – Complies
from, the site. envelope marked on a plan of development that demonstrates Each lot contain a building envelope that is of sufficient areas and
that there is an area sufficient to accommodate the intended dimensions to accommodate a dwelling house and associated
Editor’s Note— Development of land affected by constraints purpose of the lot, that is not subject to the constraint or valuable structures. Proposed Lot 2 accommodates a 1936m2 envelope
shown on overlay maps will be subject to overlay codes feature or that appropriately responds to the constraint or that is clear of the riparian buffer area and setback 10m from any
valuable feature. boundary as detailed in the figure below. Given any development
within the riparian buffer area would trigger assessment against
the Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Code, it
considered that the planning scheme sufficiently protects the
valuable site features.
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AO7.4 AO7.4 – Not Applicable
New lots with a site area less than 4,000m² in area have
a slope not exceeding: The lots are greater than 4000m2.
a) 10% side slope (crossfall); or
b) 5% lengthwise slope (longitudinal fall).
AO7.5
AO7.5 – Complies
Lot boundaries, services, utilities and roads are aligned to avoid
traversing ecologically important areas and ecological linkages. The proposed development will ensure that the new lot boundary
avoids traversing ecologically important areas as demonstrated
in the Ecological Assessment Report at Appendix E.
AO7.6
Development does not result in significant modification to natural
landform or landscape features including: AO7.6 – Complies
The development will not require any modification to the land
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a) waterways and drainage lines; form or landscape features.
b) native vegetation or significant character trees;
c) understorey vegetation;
d) slope;
e) rock outcrops; or
f) views.
AO7.7
Development retains or provides viable ecological corridors for AO7.7 – Complies
wildlife movement.
The proposal will maintain and enhance connecting habitat along
the waterway transecting the northern portion of the site which
will provide an ecological corridor for wildlife movement.
AO7.8
Where no riparian buffer is nominated through the Biodiversity,
Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map in Schedule 2, a
AO7.8 – Complies
vegetated buffer is provided no less than 10 metres wide,
Any new development will incorporate a buffer in excess of 10m
measured from the centreline of any stream .
from mapped waterways.
AO7.9 AO7.9 – Performance outcome
Ecologically important areas are formally protected for the long
term through environmental covenant or transferal to public The ecologically important area pertaining to the site is limited to
ownership or through gazettal of a nature reserve. the riparian zone of the waterway in the northern portion of the
site. The riparian zone has been defined as 10m either side of the
defining bank as detailed in the Ecological Assessment Report at
Appendix E. The development will not introduce any new impacts
to this area and will protect and enhance the land area in
accordance with the Riparian Rehabilitation Plan at Appendix F.
Climate Responsive Design AO8.1 AO8.1 – Complies
PO8 The lot design maximises the number of lots where the longest The lot design maximises an east-west orientation for the future
The street design and lot orientation facilitates the construction of axis of the lot has a general east-west orientation. dwellings
energy efficient buildings that respond to the local climate
conditions by: AO8.2
The street pattern maximises the number of streets running in a
general north-south direction. AO8.2 - Not Applicable
a) maximising solar access to the north;
b) minimising solar access to the west; The proposed subdivision does not involve any new streets.
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c) proportioning lots and building envelopes to AO8.3
accommodate energy efficient building orientation; For development within the Low density residential zone each lot AO8.3 – Not Applicable
d) maximising access to any prevailing summer breezes; contains a rectangular house site area where the long axis faces
and true north or is no more than 20 degrees off true north and has The site is not within the Low density residential zone.
e) minimising exposure to prevailing winter winds. minimum dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.
Neighbourhood Design AO9.1 AO9.1 – Not applicable
PO9 Lots are arranged to front streets and public open space. The proposal relates to a rural residential subdivision.
Development provides for a lot layout, land use and infrastructure
configuration that: AO9.2
AO9.2 – Not Applicable
Development maximises opportunities for casual surveillance
and avoids areas of concealment by ensuring pathways The development is for a rural residential subdivision and CPTED
a) provides for an efficient land use pattern; responses are not relevant.
b) creates compact and walkable neighbourhoods that and public open space have defined edges and are visually
are well connected to centres, employment, education exposed to roadways.
facilities, community services, open space and
recreation facilities; AO9.3 AO9.3 – Not Applicable
c) creates useable and interconnected movement and Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways and open space) The development is for a rural residential subdivision.
open space networks; are designed with a high degree of legibility with public spaces
d) effectively connects and integrates the site with existing and corridors easy to find and recognise.
or planned development on adjoining sites;
e) provides for moderate and large size developments to
have multiple access 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 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 out-of- sequence creation of lots;
and
l) protects and enhances ecologically important
areas and provides for the clustering of lots into cleared
areas.
Infrastructure No acceptable outcome provided PO10 – Complies
PO10 The future dwelling houses can be serviced by appropriate
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Development accommodates and provides for the efficient and infrastructure having consideration to their rural residential setting.
timely delivery of infrastructure appropriate to the site’s setting and
intended use.
PO11 No acceptable outcome provided PO11 – Not Applicable
Roadway and pathway layout are predominantly rectilinear with a The development does not involve any roadways or pathways.
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 services Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Scenic amenity
Infrastructure and services
PO12 AO12.1 AO12.1 – Complies
New lots are located, sized and configured so as to ensure each All lots are connected to power supply and telecommunications The lots will be connected to power and telecommunications
lot is capable of being serviced by appropriate levels of services and where located within the Urban boundaries, power
infrastructure including: supply and communications infrastructure are provided supply.
underground.
a) power supply;
b) telecommunications; and AO12.2 AO12.2 – Not Applicable
c) where within Local Plan Areas If located in a water service area each new lot can be connected The site is not located in a water service area.
d) reticulated water supply; to Unitywater’s water supply network.
e) reticulated sewerage; and
f) stormwater drainage. AO12.3
If located in a sewerage service area each new lot can be
connected to Unitywater’s sewerage network. AO12.3 – Not Applicable
The site is not located in a sewerage service area.
AO12.4
If located in a Local plan area lots can be connected to Council’s
stormwater drainage network. AO12.4 – Not Applicable
The site is not located in a Local plan area.
AO12.5
If not in a sewerage service area each lot has sufficient area and AO12.5 – Complies
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other attributes to ensure efficient and effective on-site sewerage Each lot will contain an existing effluent disposal system.
disposal.
PO13 AO13.1 AO13.1 – Complies
Each lot is provided with safe and convenient vehicle access Vehicular access for the development is consistent with the The proposed development will utilise existing crossovers that
function and design of the road it takes access from. comply with Standard Drawing RS-056.
AO13.2 – Complies
AO13.2 The development does not require access to a state-controlled
Development does not require new or changed access to a
road.
state-controlled road that is a limited access road unless in
accordance with the limited access policy for the state-controlled
road .
AO13.3 AO13.3 – Complies
Access easements are in appropriate locations for A new access and services easement having a width of 10m will
safe access and egress, and supply appropriate widths and levels be established over Lot 1 in favour of Lot 2 in accordance with
of service for the number of vehicles that will utilise them as per PSP6.
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 state-controlled roads or limited access roads.
Movement Network Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
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Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Movement Network
Traffic No acceptable outcome provided PO14 – Complies
PO14 Traffic generated by the additional lot is within the capacity of
Traffic generated by the development is within the acceptable Editor’s Note— Further detail on traffic and the road network is
capacity of external roads and does not have an adverse impact addressed in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code Cudgerie Drive.
upon the functioning of the road network. underground.
Roads and Pathways AO15.1 AO15.1 – 15.4 – Not Applicable
PO15 Where involving the construction of a new road, road planning The proposed development does not involve the creation of any
Development involving the creation of new roads and pathways and design supports the hierarchy and functional aspects new roads.
ensures infrastructure— identified in Council’s Planning Scheme Policy PSP6 on
Engineering design standards – Roads, drainage and earthworks.
a) provides convenient, safe and efficient movement for
all modes of transport between land use activities; Editor’s Note— Further detail on road and pathway networks is
b) prioritises pedestrian movement and bicycle use over provided in Part 9.4.8 Transport Code
vehicle movements;
c) facilitates efficient, safe and accessible bus services AO15.2
that connect to existing and future public passenger The street layout is generally rectilinear and does not rely on culs-
transport facilities; de-sac, or where the use of a cul-de-sac is unavoidable because
d) provides through roads and minimises the use of culs- of the natural features of the site, it does not exceed a length of
de-sac; 200 metres.
e) minimises the extent of earthworks required by being
sympathetic to the terrain; AO15.3
f) allows for unimpeded and practical access to each Pathways and pedestrian routes are planned to provide clear,
proposed lot; and safe connections between residential, open space, transit stops
g) provides for mature street trees. 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.
and Figure AP3-3B.
PO16 AO16 AO16 – Not Applicable
The subdivision layout is designed to facilitate pedestrian and If within 1 kilometre of the Pathways Network identified in
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cyclist linkages with adjoining sites in the immediate area. the Local Government Infrastructure Plan located in Part 4, the There are no trunk pathways in vicinity of the site.
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 No acceptable outcome provided PO17 – Not Applicable
Development on land within activity centres with active frontages The proposed development is not within an activity centre.
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 Assessment
Growth Management
Open Space Network
PO18 AO18.1 AO18.1 – Not Applicable
Development provides for parks, drainage reserves and open Active parkland or open space which links to active parkland is The proposed development is not required to incorporate
space infrastructure that:- provided in accordance with the Council’s infrastructure network
planning; parkland or open space.
a) provides for a range of passive and active recreation
settings, offering a range of informal and formal OR
experiences to the community; AO18.2 – Complies
b) accommodates adequate facilities to meet the needs AO18.2
Park contributions will be paid in accordance with the applicable
of the community and is designed to maximise use by Park contributions are paid in accordance with the applicable
infrastructure instrument.
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the community it serves; infrastructure instrument.
c) provides opportunities for all age groups and levels of AO18.3 – 18.8 – Not Applicable
mobility; AO18.3 The proposed development is not required to provide open
d) is well distributed and contributes to the legibility and Land intended for public open space complements existing
character of the specific town, village or locality; adjacent and surrounding open space areas and physical space or parkland
e) creates attractive settings and focal points for the linkages to these areas are provided.
community, designed as attractive and enjoyable,
functional and safe places to meet and recreate; AO18.4
f) benefits the amenity of adjoining land uses; Open space is provided adjacent to waterways, with roads
g) facilitates the retention and protection of ecologically servicing the linear parkland and lots located on the opposite side
important areas, wetlands, waterways, drainage lines of the road to the waterways.
and native habitat areas, their associated
buffers, ecological linkages and other natural and AO18.5
cultural features; A park has direct road frontages of a minimum of 25% of the
h) incorporates appropriate measures for stormwater total allotment boundary of the park to provide
and flood management; physical access and visibility.
i) is cost effective to maintain; and
j) is dedicated as public land in the early stages of the AO18.6
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
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
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Part 9.4.5 Landscaping Code
PO19 AO19.1 AO19.1 – AO19.3 – Not Applicable
Land provided for active recreation areas is of a physical Active parkland is of a usable shape free of irregular boundaries. The proposed development is not required to provide active
standard and condition suitable for the intended uses and is not parkland.
subject to physical or other constraints including contamination, AO19.2
environmental or biophysical constraints or legislative protection Active parkland is located on land that is exclusive of—
that 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 Assessment
Growth Management
Small Residential Lots
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PO20 AO20 AO20 – Not Applicable
Residential lots less than 600m2: Within the Low Density Residential zone, new lots of less than The proposed development does not involve creating small lots.
600m²:
a) occur only where they are consistent with the size of
established adjacent lots; a) are no smaller than the size of established adjacent
b) are not less than 500m2 in area; lots;
c) are free of physical constraints or encumbrances that b) are free of easements;
would restrict the siting of a house; c) are regular in shape with a width to depth ratio of
d) have area and dimensions that can accommodate an approximately 1:2;
appropriate house site area without siting variations; d) do not have a slope greater than 10%;
e) are distributed across a development to create e) can accommodate a house and sufficient car parking
diversity in lots; and without encroaching into boundary clearances or
f) do not result in excessive driveways at intersections or prescribed 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 T-intersection or at a
bend in the road.
Rear Lots Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Rear Lots
PO21 AO21.1 AO21.1 – Complies
Rear (battle-axe) lots are created only where:-: The minimum area of the rear lot, exclusive of any access strip, Proposed Lot 2 achieves the minimum size of 1.5ha exclusive of
complies with the lot reconfiguration outcomes in Table 9.5.1.4
Minimum lot size and dimensions providing that no rear access lot any access strip.
a) it would not be desirable nor practicable for the site to
has a lot size less than 600m2 exclusive of access strip.
be reconfigured so that all lots have full frontage to a
road;
AO21.2 AO21.2 – Performance Outcome
b) located in the Low density residential zone, Rural
No more than 10% of lots within a subdivision are rear lots or lots The proposed development relates to a 1 into 2 lot subdivision
residential zone or Rural zone;
accessed via an access strip. and creates a rear lot. It would not be practical to create a full
c) development positively contributes to the character of
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the neighbourhood; frontage lot in this circumstance as the frontage would be too
d) development provides a high standard of amenity for narrow. The proposed rear lot provides a for a large house site
residents and other users of the rear lot and adjoining area and a high standard of amenity for future residents in
properties;
accordance with PO21.
e) the lot is large enough to accommodate anticipated
land uses including car parking and manoeuvring;
f) development is not detrimental to the use and amenity AO21.3
of adjoining lots through loss of privacy, sunlight or No more than two rear lots are located at the end of a cul-de-sac. AO21.3 - Not Applicable
breezes once buildings are constructed; The site is not located at the end of a cul-de-sac.
g) vehicular access to rear lots will not have a detrimental
impact on lots adjoining the access strip due to AO21.4 AO21.4 – Performance Outcome
excessive noise, light, dust, stormwater runoff and the No rear lot shares a common boundary with more than four other
The rear lot will share a common boundary with 5 lots. However,
like; lots.
h) access arrangements do not adversely affect the the lot will be separated from three of the lots by a distance in
safety and efficiency of the road from which access is AO21.5 excess of 70m. Overall, a high standard of amenity will be
gained; No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips directly adjoin maintained for the users of the site and adjoining residents.
i) their creation does not prejudice the anticipated each other.
development of adjoining land. AO21.5 - Complies
AO21.6 No more than two rear lots or rear lot access strips directly adjoin
No existing lot with a primary street frontage of less than 12
each other.
metres is further divided unless safe access to the new lot is
provided to a secondary street to which a frontage of at least 12
metres is provided. AO21.6 - Not Applicable
The proposal does not involve subdividing a lot less than 12m.
AO21.7
Where two rear lots adjoin each other, a single common driveway
and reciprocal access easements are provided.
AO21.7 - Not Applicable
AO21.8 The lot does not adjoin another rear lot.
No more than three lots gain access from the same access strip.
AO21.9 AO21.8 - Complies
Any lot with a road frontage has no more than one rear lot created Only one lot will gain access via the strip
to its rear and has a rear lot access strips located on no more than
one side.
AO21.9 - Complies
AO21.10 Only one rear lot will be created behind the lot with a frontage.
The gradient of the access strip does not exceed 10%.
AO21.10 - Complies
AO21.11
Access strips have a minimum width of 4.5 metres. The access strip has a gradient of 2.5%
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AO21.11
The access strip will have a minimum width of 10m within an
easement.
Rural lots severed by a road Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Rural lots severed by a road
PO22 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 – Not Applicable
In the Rural Zone, one lot may be divided into two lots less than The proposed development does not involve a lot severed by a
100 hectares in area where there is a compliance with the South road.
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 Assessment
Growth Management
Volumetric Subdivisions
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PO23 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 – Not Applicable
Development provides that the subdivision of space above or The proposed development does not involve a volumetric
below the surface of land facilitates efficient development in a subdivision.
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 Assessment
Growth Management
Stormwater Management
PO24 No acceptable outcome provided PO22 – Complies
Development provides for the effective drainage of lots and roads The proposed development will provide effective drainage of lots
in a manner that:- Editor’s Note— Requirements for the design and construction of
and not impact on the natural flow regime.
stormwater management infrastructure are addressed in Part
a) maintains the natural flow regime; 9.4.9 Water Quality and Drainage code
b) effectively manages stormwater quality and quantity;
and
c) ensures no adverse impacts on receiving waters and
surrounding land.
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Conflicting land uses Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Conflicting land uses
PO25 PO25 – Complies
New lots for residential development do not adjoin land located in No acceptable outcome provided
the Medium impact industry zone or the Low impact The site does not adjoin industrial land.
industry zone.
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries Table 9.5.1.3 Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Growth Management
Rearrangement of Lot Boundaries
PO26 AO10 – Not Applicable
Development provides that the rearrangement of lot boundaries AO26
is an improvement on the existing situation. The rearrangement of lot boundaries results is an improvement to
the existing situation whereby the size and dimensions of The proposed development does not involve a boundary
proposed lots comply more fully with Table 9.5.1.4 Minimum lot rearrangement.
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
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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 PO27 - PO30 – Not Applicable
Community title subdivision only occurs once construction of No acceptable outcome provided
approved buildings on site is completed. The proposed development does not involve a community title
subdivision.
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
Development provides internal access ways and driveways No acceptable outcome provided
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
Community title subdivision for residential purposes only No acceptable outcome provided
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
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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 No acceptable outcome provided
Community title subdivisions intended for 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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Role and function Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Role and function
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 – Complies
Development provides for low density, semi-rural living as well as Development other than a dwelling house is inconspicuous and The proposed subdivision is consistent with the developed
compatible work from home opportunities, primary production presents as a dwelling house. character of other lots along Cudgerie Drive and would not cause
and small scale visitor accommodation, on large allotments with
a perceivable difference from the street frontage.
varying levels of services.
AO1.2
The dwelling house may include one secondary dwelling with a
AO1.2 – Not Applicable
maximum gross floor area of 65m2 and no more than two
bedrooms.
AO1.3
Any business operated on site including accommodation is
AO1.3 – Not Applicable
subordinate to the use of the premises for a domestic residence.
PO2 AO2 AO2 – Complies
Development does not result in the diminished productive A distance of not less than 100 metres is provided between a There is no land within 100m of the site that mapped as an
capacity of rural activities on adjacent or nearby properties. sensitive land use and land within the Rural zone that: Agricultural Conservation Area.
a) is mapped as Agricultural Land Conservation Area on
the Agricultural Land Overlay maps in Schedule 2; and
b) has a property area greater than 4 hectares.
PO3 AO3 AO3 – Not Applicable
With the exception of one dwelling house or a community Only the residents of a dwelling house or community
residence, any accommodation is limited to use by short-term residence reside on the property for any period greater than three
guests. consecutive months.
PO4 PO4 – Not Applicable
Visitor accommodation: No acceptable outcome provided
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a) is at a scale and density that protects
the environmental and lifestyle values of the land; and
b) does not detract from the rural residential character
and amenity of adjoining properties.
Built form Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Built form
Building height and scale
PO5 AO5.1 AO5.1 – Not Applicable
Buildings and other structures: Buildings and structures are no more than 8 metres in building The development does not involve the establishment of
height from ground level, providing that they may be up to 9 metres where
buildings.
a) are low rise; the pitched roof but no other part of the building or structure exceeds 8
b) do not present an appearance of bulk to metres.
adjacent properties, roads or other areas in the
vicinity of the site; AO5.2 AO5.2 – Not Applicable
c) have a low site impact to maximise the Where excavation is required, the maximum portion of the exposed The development does not involve excavation.
opportunity to retain natural site characteristics, external façade of the building cannot exceed 8 metres in building height.
such as native vegetation and natural
landforms; Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-13A
d) respect the scale of surrounding vegetation; AO5.3 AO5.3 – AO5.5 – Not Applicable
and Site cover of all buildings and structures on the site does not exceed 30%. The development does not involve the establishment of
e) are no more than two storeys in height. buildings.
AO5.4
Individual buildings or roofed structures do not cover more than 500m2 of
the site.
AO5.5
The total gross floor area of all buildings on site does not exceed 500m2.
Alternative provision to the QDC
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Boundary setback AO6 .1 AO6 .1 – Not Applicable
PO6 Buildings used to house animals, temporary holding yards, structures The development does not involve buildings used to house
Buildings and other structures are designed and sited to:- containing areas of animal waste or by-product disposal are not within 100 animals, by-products or the like.
metres of:
a) provide a high level of amenity to users of the
subject site and adjoining premises, a) the boundary of another property in the rural residential zone or
including provision of visual and acoustic any other residential zone;
privacy, access to breezes and protection from b) an existing dwelling on an adjoining property;
noise, odour or artificial lighting; c) the boundary of adjoining properties in the environmental
b) provide adequate distance from adjoining land management and conservation zone; or
uses and avoid conflict with existing or future d) a waterway or wetlands as shown on the Biodiversity,
rural uses and activities on adjoining properties; Waterways and Wetlands Overlay maps in schedule 2.
c) allow for space and landscaping to be provided
between buildings;
AO6.2 AO6.2 – Not Applicable
d) preserve existing vegetation that will help buffer
development; Buildings or structures which are used for the storage of chemicals or The development does not involve buildings used storage of
e) protect the natural character and avoid adverse machinery, stockpiling of composting or organic fertilisers, or which support chemicals, machinery or the like.
impacts on ecologically important areas such artificial lighting or irrigation sprayers, are not within 100 metres of:
as national parks, waterways and wetlands.
a) the boundary of another property in the Rural residential zone or
any other residential zone;
b) a dwelling on an adjoining property;
c) the boundary of adjoining properties in the Environmental
management and conservation zone; or
d) waterway or wetlands shown on the Biodiversity, Waterways
and Wetlands Overlay maps in schedule 2.
AO6.3 AO6.3 – Not Applicable
Roadside stalls no larger than 9m2 may be located adjacent to the front The development does not involve a roadside stall.
property boundary provided safe space for parking of vehicles is also within
the property boundary.
AO6.4 – Complies
AO6.4 Both lots have sufficient areas and dimensions to ensure that
Outside the circumstances of AO6.1, AO6.2 and AO6.3 above, buildings and dwelling can be established with setbacks that comply with a)
structures meet the following minimum boundary setbacks: – d).
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a) 15 metres from a property boundary adjoining land in the
Environmental management and conservation zone;
b) 40 metres from mean high water spring of a waterway or as
otherwise prescribed through the Queensland Government
Erosion Prone Area Maps;
c) 10 metres from the road frontage;
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.
Alternative provision to the QDC
Safety and Amenity Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Safety and amenity
PO7 PO7 – Complies
Development does not result in an adverse change to the light, air No acceptable outcome provided The proposed development would not result in adverse changes
quality, noise, accessibility or other conditions enjoyed by residents to light, air quality noise accessibility or other conditions enjoyed
of associated, adjoining or nearby premises.
by nearby residents.
Sports courts AO8.1 AO8.1 – AO8.4 Not Applicable
PO8 A 2 metre landscaped buffer separates any private tennis court, The proposal does not involve sports courts.
Lighting and noise associated with outdoor tennis courts, half half court or sports court from side property boundaries where
courts or sports courts do not have an adverse impact upon the adjoining land in a residential zone.
amenity enjoyed by occupants of adjoining or nearby premises
nor cause unreasonable disturbance to the local fauna. AO8.2
Courts are fenced to a height of—
a) 3.6 metres for a full-sized court; or
b) 2.4 metres for a half court.
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AO8.3
Courts are not lit; or
AO8.4
For lit courts:
a) lighting structures are not more than 8 metres in height
and set back at least 2 metres from any property
boundary;
b) the court is located at least 60 metres from the
external wall of an existing or approved
residential dwelling on an adjacent or nearby lot (as
measured from the centre line of the court);
c) the vertical illumination resulting from direct, reflected
or other incidental lighting emanating from
the site does not exceed 8 lux when measured at any
point 1.5 metres outside the boundary and at any level
from ground level upward; and
d) lighting is hooded or baffled to direct lighting
downward or is of a type that gives no upward
component of light when mounted horizontally.
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided PO9 – Complies
Development: The proposal would maintain an existing driveway accesses to
Cudgerie Drive which are safe and appropriate for use and would
a) does not compromise the safety, capacity or operation not compromise the safety of the road network or result in
of the road network; and impacts for nearby residents.
b) does not result in significant impacts on residents close
to rural roads.
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Scenic Amenity Table 6.8.4.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes Assessment
Scenic amenity
PO10 AO10 AO10 – Complies
Development does not detract from the scenic amenity of the Development on land adjoining the major road network, Lake The proposed development would not result in a perceivable
hinterland as experienced from the major road network or the Macdonald or the Noosa River system minimises visual impacts
waterways. on the scenic amenity of the roadway or waterway by— difference from the Cudgerie Drive Road frontage.
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.
Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3 - 3B
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 – Complies
The landscape character and visual amenity quality of hillslopes To protect scenic amenity and other landscape qualities: Proposed Lot 1 will contain the existing dwelling. There is a large
and ridgelines are retained and development:
flat area on the ridgeline that will be suitable for the establishment
a) buildings or structures are not constructed on land with of a future dwelling on proposed Lot 2.
e) is visually responsive to the natural topography of a slope greater than 33%; and
the site, sitting within the landscape rather than b) buildings or structures are only constructed on steep
dominating it; slopes if:
f) retains natural vegetation that assists in screening or i) there are no other suitable building sites on
visually softening development; the property; and
g) steps down slopes or uses suspended floor ii) construction utilises suspended floors or
construction, minimising cut or fill; and pole footings rather than slab on ground
h) uses materials, finishes and colours that complement construction.
the natural setting and integrate with the landscape
and skyline.
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AO11.2
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost edge of a AO11.2 – 11.4 – Not Applicable
hill slope:
a) roof lines are generally parallel with contours of the
land;
b) roofs do not exceed a pitch of 15 degrees;
c) buildings do not protrude above the height of
prevailing vegetation; and
d) undercroft areas exceeding 1.5 metres in height are
screened with landscaping or battens.
Editor's note—refer to Figure 6.9.1A and Figure 6.9.1B and Figure
AP3-3B.
AO11.3
On sloping sites:
a) cut or fill is less than 1.5 metres in depth relative to
natural ground level; and
b) slab on ground construction is avoided and splitlevel
buildings with small floorplates are used as an
alternative. Post and beam construction or suspended
or pole construction techniques may be appropriate.
AO11.4
On sloping sites or on ridgelines at the uppermost edge of a
hill slope, buildings:
a) are constructed in lightweight materials such as timber
or board, stainless steel, glass and corrugated iron;
b) are finished with exterior colours of moderate to darker
shades of olive green, brown, green, blue, charcoal or
wood stains that blend with the colour and hues of the
surrounding vegetation and landscape;
c) avoid large expanses of solid colours or reflective
surfaces.
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Table 9.4.1.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Performance outcomes Acceptable outcome Assessment
Assessable development
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1 – Complies
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on safety, capacity Vehicular access is located and designed in accordance with the Proposed Lot 1 will maintain the existing concrete and bitumen
and operations of the existing or planned road network, current Australian Standards for Parking Facilities. sealed driveway and crossover to Cudgerie Drive in the
cycleways or pedestrian pathway systems
southwest corner of the site. The driveway extends to the
existing dwelling house.
Proposed Lot 2 will maintain the existing concrete driveway and
crossover to Cudgerie Drive in the southeast corner of the site.
The driveway extends to the existing sheds and future house
site area.
AO1.2
Only one footpath crossing is provided. AO1.2 - Not Applicable
No additional footpaths crossings are proposed.
Editor’s Note— Justification for additional driveways may need to
be supported by a detailed Traffic Study.
AO1.3
Driveways, have a maximum grade in accordance with Council’s AO1.3 – Complies
standard requirements. The proposal will utilise existing driveways which are sealed and
of a good standard.
PO2 AO2.1 AO2.1 – Not Applicable
Driveways and crossovers Design and construction of driveways, including across the The proposal will utilise existing driveways and no further
a) are suitable and safe for their intended use; and footpath, is in accordance with Council Standard Drawings as upgrades will be necessary to accommodate the development.
b) match Council infrastructure.
appropriate for the particular type of development as annotated
on the drawings.
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AO2.2
The change of grades in driveways and ramps is in accordance AO2.2 – Not Applicable
with Council’s Standard Drawings. The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
PO3 AO3.1 AO3 – Not Applicable
The number of driveways across pedestrian footpaths is Design of multi-tenanted developments include shared
minimised. driveways and parking areas.
AO3.2 AO3.2 – Not Applicable
Driveways are located so they abut existing driveways of
adjoining development where practicable and reciprocal
easements are created to reduce the sealed driveway width.
PO4 AO4 AO4.1 – Not Applicable
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on the capacity, Footpath and kerb crossings are located clear of existing The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
operations and maintenance of the existing infrastructure. stormwater inlet structures, water and sewerage infrastructure
fittings, any other exiting utility infrastructure, existing
landscaping and vegetation.
PO5 AO5 AO5 – Not Applicable
Vehicular access does not adversely impact on the health and Vehicular access avoids disturbance to the tree protection zone The proposal will utilise existing driveways.
integrity of existing landscaping or native vegetation, where of trees on public land.
possible.
Table 9.4.1.3 - Criteria for assessable development (part)
Not Applicable.
This table relates to parking and manoeuvring requirements associated with uses.
Table 9.4.1.4 - Minimum parking requirements including end of trip facilities
Not Applicable.