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PM Submission - Charlotte Charles - MCU25/0118
From: "Charlie charles" <[email protected]>
Sent: Thu, 20 Nov 2025 13:30:34 +1000
To: "Mailbox Council Mail" <[email protected]>
Subject: Submission development application for MCU25/0118 64 Lake Macdonald Drive
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Charlotte Charles
7 Dianella Court, Cooroy, 4563
Re: Submission Opposing Development Application – [MCU25/0118 / 64 Lake Macdonald
Drive Cooroy]
I am writing to lodge a formal submission objecting to the proposed development at [MCU25 /
64 Lake Macdonald Drive]. My concerns relate to the scale, intent, and impacts of the proposal,
which I believe are inconsistent with both the planning intent for this site and the expectations of
the surrounding community.
1. Planning Intent and Zoning
This parcel of land was historically acquired for cemetery purposes. Even though formal
development for that purpose has not occurred, the land has continued to fulfil an important
community function through its intended use and open-space nature. There is a reasonable
expectation that the zoning and planning direction for this land would continue to reflect that
intent.
2. Inconsistency With Surrounding Low-Density Area
The site is directly bordered by low-density residential properties. The proposed density, height,
and bulk are significantly greater than the surrounding neighbourhood and are not in keeping
with Cooroy’s established village character.
3. Dianella Court Is Not Suitable as Primary Access
Dianella Court is a small residential street originally designed to serve 28 dwellings. It is neither
designed nor suitable for the traffic volumes associated with a medium-density development.
Increased vehicle movements introduce safety, congestion, and amenity concerns for existing
residents.
4. Distance From Town Centre and Essential Services
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The site is located at a considerable distance from Cooroy’s core shops, services, and facilities.
Medium-density development is intended for areas with good access to transport and amenities;
this area does not meet those criteria.
5. Conflict With Community Enjoyment and Local Character
Cooroy’s strong village feel is central to its identity. This proposal would undermine that
character through its scale, built form, and intensity. It conflicts with the existing amenity that
residents currently enjoy and expect.
6. Not Supported by the Cooroy Town Plan
The Cooroy Town Plan and Noosa Plan do not designate this location for medium-density
development. The proposal is inconsistent with the planned future of this part of Cooroy.
7. Amenity Impacts on Existing Residents
Expected impacts include:
• Increased noise and traffic
• Loss of privacy
• Overlooking
• Overshadowing
• Loss of existing neighbourhood identity
New development should enhance local amenity—not diminish it.
8. Concentration of Rental or Social Housing
Best-practice planning discourages high concentrations of rental or affordable housing.
Integration across the broader community—particularly near services—is more supportive of
positive social outcomes. This site does not meet that requirement due to its isolation from the
town centre.
9. Impact on Local Wildlife and Wildlife Corridors
The site currently functions as a wildlife corridor, particularly for the local kangaroo
population, which relies on this open space for movement, grazing, and safe passage between
habitat areas.
The proposed development would:
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• Sever or significantly restrict this wildlife corridor
• Increase vehicle-wildlife collisions
• Remove grazing areas and resting habitat
• Disrupt long-established movement patterns
This corridor is an important ecological feature of the neighbourhood and contributes to
Cooroy’s natural character. Fragmenting it would have lasting negative impacts on local fauna
and biodiversity.
Conclusion
For the reasons outlined above, I respectfully request that Council refuse the application in its
current form. The proposal is inconsistent with planning intent, negatively affects local wildlife,
is incompatible with the surrounding low-density residential area, and will diminish both
amenity and character for existing residents.
Thank you for considering my submission.
Charlotte Charles
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