Delegated Report - Code - Planning MCU23 0075 [As Published]

               AO11        For a dwelling house, plot ratio of development does not exceed 0.4:1
               Corresponding Performance Outcome AO11 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code
               states:
               PO11        Plot ratio of development:
                           a.     does not exceed 0.4:1; or
                           b.     for small dwellings or for development which provides a ratio of at least three small
                                  dwellings to one other dwelling, does not exceed 0.5:1.
               The applicant is proposing a plot ratio of 0.437:1 and as such does not comply with AO11 or
               PO11 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code.
               It is noted that a plot ratio of 0.45:1 was permitted for a dwelling house under the 1990 scheme,
               whilst the 2006 Planning Scheme did not include a plot ratio requirement for dwelling houses
               within the Semi-Attached Housing Zone. This has resulted in a mix of development in this area of
               Sunshine Beach, particularly along southern side of Ferguson Street which includes
               predominantly small (ie approx. 242m2), narrow lots, many of which are in excess of current site
               cover and plot ratio requirements. The proposal therefore complies with Performance Outcome
               PO9 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code, which states:
               PO9 Development:
                      a.    is of a scale compatible with surrounding development and the particular
                            circumstances of the site; and
                      b.    does not present an appearance of bulk to adjacent properties, roads or other areas in
                            the vicinity of the site.




                                                    Figure 6 – Surrounding Development




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Version: 8, Version Date: 07/12/2023