2020-05-18 General Committee Agenda

GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                                         18 MAY 2020


4.     DRAFT PLANNING SCHEME
The subject site is located within the High Density Residential Zone under The New Noosa Plan.
A Dual Occupancy in this zone is impact and inconsistent under the draft scheme. Lower density
developments, such as a Dual Occupancy, have been proposed to be inconsistent within the
High Density Residential Zone in order to protect the land for higher density multiple dwelling
development, in order to meet the projected demand for dwellings within the Shire. Development
within the High Density Residential Zone is proposed to cater for both the current and projected
demographic, economic and social profile of the area, including diversity of housing, one and
two-person households, households on low to moderate incomes and residents with reduced
mobility. The zone aims to foster development of multiple dwellings of various sizes, including
some communal housing models, to meet the needs of different households, and encourages
small multiple dwelling developments to increase housing choice. As such, a Dual Occupancy in
this location is unlikely to be supported under the New Noosa Plan.
5.     CONSULTATION
5.1. Referral Agencies
Not applicable.
5.2. Other Referrals
The application was forwarded to the following internal Council specialists:
     Coordinator Engineering, Development Assessment
     Infrastructure Assessment Coordinator
6.     CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The application to extend the currency period for a Material Change of Use - Duplex Dwelling
and Operational Works - Landscaping, Car parking, Access, Stormwater Drainage and Sediment
and Erosion Control is recommended for refusal. Significant time has lapsed since the original
development was approved, and as such, the existing approved plans and conditions are no
longer consistent with the planning and engineering requirements for the site and the works.
Departments/Sections Consulted:
     Chief Executive Officer       Community Services                      Corporate Services
     Executive Officer             Community Development                   Financial Services
     Executive Support             Community Facilities                    ICT
                                   Libraries & Galleries                   Procurement & Fleet
                                   Local Laws                              Property
                                   Waste & Environmental Health            Revenue Services

     Executive Services        x   Environment & Sustainable Development   Infrastructure Services
     Community Engagement          Building & Plumbing Services            Asset Management
     Customer Service          x   Development Assessment                  Buildings and Facilities
     Governance                    Economic Development                    Civil Operations
     People and Culture            Environmental Services                  Disaster Management
                                   Strategic Land Use Planning             Infrastructure Planning,
                                                                           Design and Delivery




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