Attachment F - Carparking Evaluation -Noosa Carparking Study - McGagney report

                                                                                                       Noosa Council
                                                                                  Noosa Car Parking Study 2017 - 2032
                                                                                                         Final Report


In particular, it can be observed that, although the stated ambitions in the Noosa Design Principles document
focuses on active and public transport into the future, Noosa Shire is currently heavily car dependent.
Recommendations around the parking management framework must be cognisant of the current transport
environment; that is, heavily car dependent with limited active and public transport infrastructure and uptake.

The Noosa Transport Strategy gives the following desirable outcomes for transport within the Noosa Shire
Council area:
   Residents and workers of Noosa Shire are able to go about their everyday business without having to be
    reliant on private vehicles.
   The transport network is designed to facilitate and encourage an overall modal shift away from private car
    use towards more sustainable transport modes including walking, cycling, public transport, electric vehicles
    and motor scooters/cycles.
   The transport system supports the preferred pattern of development including the local centres hierarchy
    and is consistent with our planning scheme.
   Key regional destinations such as hospitals, airports and universities are readily accessible by public
    transport from Noosa Shire.
   All schools are safely and conveniently accessible by walking, cycling and public transport.
   Parking is closely managed through effective controls.
   There has been a change in behaviour by people in Noosa with a reduction in the number choosing to drive
    and park cars in congested coastal areas.
   Park-and-Ride facilities have been provided to assist with managing visitor travel demand where supported
    by transport services.
   The transport system supports the local lifestyle and tourism by delivering both active and public transport
    infrastructure that meets the needs of locals and visitors.
   Local public transport routes offer efficient and frequent services.
   Road crossings and associated pedestrian networks are safe and accessible for mobility scooters, cyclists
    and pedestrians.
   The community at all levels is educated about the costs and benefits of their travel choices, allowing people
    to make informed decisions.
   Alternative transport is cost effective for users and providers as compared with private car use.
   New technologies are being used in our transport solutions.
   Transport initiatives result in significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions.


The outcomes stated in the Noosa Transport Strategy have been considered in this report, along with a transition
towards these outcomes from the existing transport environment.




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