Flashpackers Noosa- Planning Report · 132007.2446.05

8. Conclusion

This Other change application has been prepared on behalf of Flashpackers Noosa Pty Ltd, who
are seeking Council support to change the existing approval 132007.2446.03 for Visitor Hostel
Accommodation over 102 Pacific Avenue, Sunshine Beach to provide an additional 11 beds within
the hostel.

This report demonstrates that the proposed development is permitted pursuant to the provisions of
the Planning Act 2016 and the Noosa Plan 2020, and the proposed development can be supported
on a number of grounds, including:

   • The development application has been made in accordance with the requirements of both
       the Planning Act 2016 and the Development Assessment Rules 2017;

   • The proposal is consistent with the Strategic Intent of the Noosa Plan 2020 and does not
       compromise any higher order strategic planning for the area;

   • The proposed increase in number of guests can be appropriately accommodated on site;

   • The site is currently lawfully used for a purpose building hostel;

   • The existing development is consistent with the character of the area;

   • The proposal does not alter management practices or require additional carparking.

   • The proposal is for a residential use that is provides an alternative form of accommodation
       for the Sunshine Beach locality; and

   • The site is well located to existing urban services and surrounding visitor attractions; and

   • The existing hostel was originally approved under the now superseded Noosa Plan which
       specifically designated the site for use as Visitor Accommodation for purposes as a Hostel.

On the basis of the above assessment, it is recommended that Noosa Council favourably consider
the proposed Material Change of Use subject to reasonable and relevant conditions. We look
forward to Council processing the application at its earliest convenience.




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