2019-12-11 SM Agenda - Item 1 - Attachment 2 - Final New Noosa Plan Part 1-3 and 5-6 Track Change version

     local communities. The heritage and history of the Shire are recognised and retained by identifying and protecting the cultural
     heritage significance of areas and places, as well as through heritage records, local activities and celebrations. Heritage buildings
     are conserved 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.



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