132005.1133.2 Extension to relevant period - Noosa Springs Precinct F

KHA DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS                                                                     TOWN PLANNING REPORT 10983



012 GFA

With respect to the GFA issue, the proposed development marginally exceeds the allowable GFA for
the   residential    accommodation      component      by    approximately      2,052m2   or   10%.
Again while this is an area of non-compliance it is important to note that the proposed development
complies with the allowable population density and site cover requirements.

It is suggested that the proposed development does not represent over development of the site
particularly since it has been previously demonstrated that the development will not adversely impact
upon the visual amenity of the streetscape or the surrounding area. The proposed development is
integrated into the existing quarry site and this has the effect of reducing the appearance of building
bulk.

The proposed development has been accepted previously by the council even with consideration
given to the draft planning scheme at that time. It has been always intended for this part of the
Noosa Springs site to contain a Resort Hotel under the previous Plan of Development and at the scale
proposed.

033 & 034 Use

As discussed above, the proposed uses are entirely consistent with the use of the site as a Resort
Hotel, with this proposal being an integrated development comprising visitor accommodation,
entertainment and associated facilities including theatre, restaurant, shops and function rooms, as
approved.

The current planning scheme clearly envisages a Resort Hotel in what was referred to as Precinct F
under the previous Plan of Development over the land. While the additional uses are listed as being
inconsistent in the planning scheme they are uses that are necessarily associated with a Resort Hotel.
Consequently, it is suggested that to the extent that there is any inconsistency with the planning
scheme the conflict is minor and in any event there are sufficient planning grounds to overcome the
conflict.




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Development Permit for Material Change of Use - Multiple Dwelling Units & Associated Facilities
Leslie Drive, Noosa Heads (Lot 3 SP221524)