2019-12-11 SM Agenda - Item 1 - Attachment 5 - Final New Noosa Plan - Part 1-6 - Clean version

and adaptively reused so that this cultural heritage can be enjoyed now and by future generations. New buildings are respectful of
traditional building forms and fit with their setting and local character, rather than being a dominant feature of the streetscape and
neighbourhood. The use of pitched roofs and eaves and other design elements that complement (not necessarily replicate) the
architectural style and era of the surrounding area and street are encouraged. The character and urban design elements of individual
local areas are reinforced, including views, vistas, active frontages, pedestrian connections and landscape treatments, as identified on
the Framework and Character Plans in the Local Plan Codes.

The deep and long­​held cultural heritage and traditions of the local Indigenous people, particularly the Kabi Kabi/Gubbi Gubbi
community, is recognised and respected. Council and the community continue to work together to create opportunities for Traditional
Owners to engage and participate and to have their culture and heritage understood, protected and recognised.

Editor's Note — Aboriginal cultural heritage is protected under the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003.

The concept of 'ageing in place' is supported through the planning scheme by providing additional housing choice such as encouraging
small dwellings and secondary dwellings, promoting adaptable housing standards, identifying land for retirement and aged care
accommodation, and protecting existing aged care sites. The importance of remaining in or near one’s community is acknowledged so
aged care and independent retirement living opportunities are encouraged in hinterland towns as well as in the coastal urban areas of
the Shire. Improving the accessibility and usability of housing through universal or adaptable housing principles will allow people to stay
in their own home longer or find new housing suitable to their physical needs.

Historically, the majority of dwellings are three of more bedrooms and the predominant household size is only one or two persons.
Consequently, priority is given to increasing opportunities for smaller housing to better meet the needs of small households. As there is
a correlation between the size of housing and the cost of housing this should improve affordability. New attached housing in or close to
centres will generally be limited to small dwellings. Within established urban residential neighbourhoods, a small dwelling can be
established within the existing built form of a house or adjacent to it on the same property. Protecting existing communities of relocatable
homes and allowing for additional communities is also important as are other models of housing, such as rooming accommodation.

The well serviced hinterland towns such as Cooroy and Pomona have ongoing scope for growth. Increasing housing in rural or remote
parts of the Shire is not a sustainable solution to meet housing needs as it increases the number of people living away from
employment, services and facilities and puts increased pressure on rural areas through conflicts with rural production, pressure on rural
roads and cumulative environmental impacts.


Creative and informed communities

Noosa Shire is well serviced by schools and early childhood education but there are gaps in other areas. Lifelong learning opportunities,
both formal and informal, are needed to help broaden education choice. Tertiary education and vocational training opportunities, that
complement the priority economic sectors, are particularly encouraged, as are training and learning facilities for groups at risk of social
isolation such as retirees, low income earners and young parents.

Public art as part of urban developments is encouraged to showcase the creativity and culture of Noosa Shire. Providing more affordable
and accessible spaces for artists and creative activities is important for growing and supporting the Noosa cultural sector. This includes
gallery/cultural facilities that provide high quality exhibition space, as well as spaces for creating, sharing and learning.

Cultural practitioners have the ability to establish home­based businesses such as home galleries, studios and workshops/teaching
spaces. There are several successful examples of these businesses spread throughout the Shire.

3.2.4             Housing to meet diverse needs of the community
The residents of Noosa Shire are part of an inclusive community where diversity is valued. Different housing types and styles are needed
to provide choices, ensuring people’s housing needs are catered for, regardless of age and mobility, household size and budget. By
providing housing choice in each local area, a greater mix of people and ages are accommodated and this can provide a more diverse
community.

The quality lifestyle sought by residents of the Shire demands high standards of residential amenity. Factors such as design, density,
accessibility, security, landscaped open space, proximity and availability of services and transport are important considerations.

While low density, predominantly detached housing, prevails in Noosa Shire, as the population ages, there is likely to be increased
demand for a range of housing that suits single and couple households in locations with good public transport and access to services
and facilities. Historically, around 80 per cent of housing in the Shire is separate houses comprising three or more bedrooms.


  **FINAL DRAFT ­ Post Consultation 2019**
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