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Client: Horizontal Datum: Drawing Number: Surveyed/Checked: 103 Wrigley St (Cnr Sugar Rd)
TOTAL CONCEPT HOMES MGA 56 vide DCDB
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PROPOSAL PLAN Co-Consultants: Rev Date Description Date: 01/03/2021 (P) 07 5479 5311
(E) [email protected]
Site Description: Alta Projects Scale: 1:1500 at A3 (W) www.cadcon.com.au
Reconfiguration of Lot 2 on RP131369 into 2 Lots A 12/03/2021 Emt dimensions changed.
North Coast Environmental Services
at 108 Black Mountain Range Rd, BLACK MOUNTAIN 0 50 70 ACN 098 201 828 Part of CadCon International Pty Ltd
Tectonic Geotechnical and Environmental Engineers
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TOTAL CONCEPT HOMES MGA 56 vide DCDB
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(E) [email protected]
Site Description: Alta Projects Scale: 1:500 at A3 (W) www.cadcon.com.au
Reconfiguration of Lot 2 on RP131369 into 2 Lots
at 108 Black Mountain Range Rd, BLACK MOUNTAIN North Coast Environmental Services 0 25
ACN 098 201 828 Part of CadCon International Pty Ltd
Tectonic Geotechnical and Environmental Engineers
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22 March 2021 Project No. 20332-001-Rev1
Total Concept Homes
Attention: Mr Tim English
Email: [email protected]
Copy to: Mr John Gillespie, CadCon Surveying & Town Planning ([email protected])
SLOPE STABILITY ASSESSMENT
PROPOSED SUBDIVISION
108 BLACK MOUNTAIN RANGE ROAD, BLACK MOUNTAIN
Dear Tim,
1.0 INTRODUCTION
As requested, Tectonic has undertaken a slope stability assessment for a proposed residential subdivision
at 108 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain. This report presents the results of our slope stability
assessment, together with geotechnical advice for the development. In summary, subject to
implementation of the recommendations made herein, it is assessed that there would be a Low Risk of
slope instability affecting the proposed development in accordance with the Australian Geomechanics
Society Guidelines for Landslide Risk Management, dated March 2007 (AGS 2007).
1.1 Details of Site and Development
The subject site is described as Lot 2 on RP131369 and covers a total area of 59,774 m2. The site has
frontage to Black Mountain Range Road to the western boundary. The surrounds feature similar rural
residential blocks to the north, east and south. Text Figure 1 below illustrates the site position. A detailed
description of the site features is given in Section 2.
Approx. site of proposed residence
Existing residence
Existing Lot boundary
Text Figure 1: 2019 Aerial Image of site and surrounds (courtesy Noosa Council [NC] Interactive Maps)
Tectonic Geotechnical Pty Ltd
PO Box 899, Buderim, QLD 4556
Office: 07 5478 9016 Email: [email protected]
www.tectonicgeo.com.au
A.B.N. 83 165 727 828
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We have been supplied with a proposed layout plan for the subdivision by CadCon Surveying & Town
Planning (CadCon, Ref. Dwg. No. 208516-04-01 and 02, dated 1 March 2021), which indicates that it is
proposed to retain an existing residence on a larger portion of the existing allotment extending to the east
and south-east. The north-western portion of the allotment would be divided from the existing allotment,
where a new residence would be located.
Drawings show that an existing access for the house would be upgraded, initially being shared between the
two future allotments (over an easement) off Black Mountain Range Road to the west; before splitting along
the proposed southern boundary of the new lot, extending to the position of the future residence.
Based on information provided at the time of our assessment, we understand that the driveway alignment
would be at grade with the existing track, with filling of up to 1.5 m height required towards the central area of
the alignment. The fill would be retained, and it is understood that the primary design option being
considered is gabion baskets. Some minor cutting is expected on the upslope side of the driveway to the
eastern side of the alignment.
The property does not have access to mains sewerage or a piped, potable water supply, and therefore
collection of rainwater in tanks and on-site disposal of effluent will be required.
An extract of the design drawings is given below in Text Figure 2.
Proposed subdivision boundary
Driveway easement
Existing Lot boundary
Text Figure 2: Extract of overall subdivision layout (courtesy CadCon)
1.2 Method and Scope of Investigation
As part of our slope stability assessment, a desk-top study was carried out comprising a review of
published geological maps, aerial photos, and the following reports:
A site classification report by Ground Drill (Ref. Job No. 20/373, dated
3 December 2020).
An effluent disposal report by Ground Drill (Ref. Job No. 20/373-2, dated
22 March 2021).
Both Ground Drill reports are attached at the end of this report. A walk-over survey was conducted in
order to make an appraisal of the general condition of the site in regard to topography, drainage, vegetation
cover, geology, erosion and slope stability and existing structures. The walk-over survey was carried out
by an experienced engineering geologist from Tectonic on 26 November 2020 concurrent with the drilling
by Ground Drill. The results of the desk-top study and walk-over survey are included in Section 2 below.
1.3 Qualifications of Responsible Engineer
This report has been reviewed by Mr Ashley Davey, an RPEQ with more than 25 years’ experience in
geotechnical engineering, including a number of slope stability projects.
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2.0 DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
2.1 Geology and Subsurface Conditions
The 1:100,000 scale Gympie Special Geological Map 1 (Ref. Text Figure 3 below) indicates that the site is
underlain by materials derived of the early to middle Triassic age Kin Kin Beds (pale green blue shading),
which are described as “arenite, argillite and phyllite.”
Approx. site location
Text Figure 3: Extract of Gympie Special Geology Map
The Ground Drill investigation comprised drilling of two boreholes (designated BH1 and BH2) to the north
and south of the approximate proposed residence on the future divided allotment, with an additional borehole
(denoted borehole BH6) drilled to capture part of the driveway alignment to the east. Boreholes BH1 and
BH2 were terminated in the underlying weathered rock at a target depth of 2 m below ground level (BGL);
with borehole BH6 extending to auger drilling refusal at 2.5 m BGL.
Additional shallow boreholes were also drilled to the east of the prosed residence on the future allotment, to
provide information for the on-site effluent disposal design. These were taken to a target depth of 1.5 m BGL.
All boreholes were drilled using a 4WD utility mounted drill rig, with solid flight augering equipment. In situ
strength testing comprised the dynamic cone penetrometer (DCP) method, taken from surface adjacent and
at selected depths downhole.
The subsurface profile logged in each of the boreholes was relatively consistent, and comprised the profile
indicated on the following page:
1
State of Queensland, Department of Mines and Energy, Nambour Special 1:100,000 Geological Series, Sheet 9445 and Part 9545,
First Edition 1999
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An upper layer of residual, medium plasticity, stiff silty clays to between 0.6 m and 0.7 m BGL;
overlying;
Extremely weathered (XW) material comprising stiff to very stiff silty clays, to between 1 m and
1.4 m BGL; then grading to
Weathered Phyllite, inferred to be very low to low strength to the borehole termination/target
depths.
Groundwater seepage was not encountered during the drilling of either borehole BH1 or BH2, with all
soils being described as “dry.”
The site was classified by Ground Drill as Class P in accordance with AS2870-2011 due to the presence
of mature trees. In not for this factor the site would have been classified Class M with characteristic
surface movements (ys) of up to 35 mm reported by Ground Drill.
Along the southern edge of the existing access track, and in the cutting behind the existing residence
exposures of weathered rock were observed. These were noted to consist of moderately weathered, very
low to low strength, pale yellow brown phyllite; which had a well developed foliated fabric. To the south-
east of the existing residence this was interlayered with XW materials, although the lateral extent of this
was not clear, and such materials may be restricted to the near-surface of the exposed rock mass.
A view of the exposed weathered rock above the highest section of proposed earthworks filling is shown
below in Text Figure 4.
Text Figure 4: Exposed weathered phyllite in cutting above highest section of earthworks filling
2.2 Topography
As illustrated in Text Figure 5 on the following page, the wider area around the site consists of a series of
approximately parallel ridgelines and gullies, aligned east-west. The ridgelines within the subject allotment
lead east from Black Mountain Range Road, which traces a crest forming a drainage divide between
eastward and westward draining creek lines.
Just off Black Mountain Range Road, to the south-west of the overall existing allotment, a rounded gully
head was present, with sideslopes ranging from about 25° (47 %) at the site entrance to between 15° and
20° (27 % and 36 %) nearer the existing residence. Minor existing cut and fill earthworks had been
undertaken sidelong to the slope to facilitate the existing track, being 1 m to 1.5 m depth and around 1 m
height respectively. Below the existing residence, to the north, a series of cut terraces had been formed for
horticultural purposes. These were in the order of 2.5 m width, with cut batters of around 0.6 m depth or less.
Across the existing earthworks features on site, no signs of significant slumping were observed.
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The proposed subdivision boundary runs south-west to north-east across the site, just off the southern edge
of a spur. The proposed residence on the future allotment would be sited on this spur, with the top sloping at
around 5° (9 %) to the north and south, then extending to 9° to 10° (16 % to 18 %) around mid slope; and
steepening further to around 20° (36 %) around 30 m downslope of the residence. Slopes were noted to
increase consistently, with no irregular surface features observed which would indicate slope instability.
Initial gully forming off Black Mtn Range Rd
Overall existing lot boundary
Text Figure 5: Image showing ground surface contours (courtesy NC Interactive Maps)
Text Figures 6 and 7 below illustrate the site conditions at the time of our inspection.
Drill rig
Large trees to west of proposed residence
Text Figure 6: View looking south over area of proposed residence (drill rig at borehole BH1)
Ground sloping at 15° to 20°
XW to moderately weathered
phyllite exposed in cut
Text Figure 7: View looking west over existing access alignment, where fill is proposed highest on new driveway
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2.3 Groundwater
No signs of groundwater seepage (‘springs’) were observed during our walk-over, and neither was any
seepage encountered during borehole drilling. Groundwater conditions may vary seasonally, and could
rise to shallower depths, particularly following periods of prolonged or heavy rainfall.
2.4 Surface Drainage
Broadly, the natural surface drainage follows the ground surface contours, which over the proposed
development areas tended to fall to the north. Surface water flows affecting the proposed residence and
eastern part of the driveway alignment would be considered negligible, given the topographical position
towards the crest of a well developed spur. The natural ground does rise above the western part of the
driveway alignment, where a catchment over the area of an existing residence may proliferate.
No significant erosion was noted during our walkover inspection.
Surface water is expected to drain well from the site considering the moderate to steep natural gradients
and low permeability of the soils in the immediate subsurface, and relatively shallow depth to rockhead.
2.5 Vegetation
The immediate periphery of the proposed driveway consisted of periodically slashed grass, which was quite
long at the time of our inspection. Small to medium size mature trees were noted on the sloping ground to
the north of the proposed driveway, which were observed to be relatively ‘plumb’.
Around the area of the proposed residence, slashed grass was also present over most of the area, with
some large mature trees just to the west of the proposed building location. These were also noted to be
quite straight at the time of our inspection, with no tilting or distorted growth present, which can be an
indicator of slope instability.
2.6 Buildings and Other Structures
The existing residence comprised a one storey, low set, masonry walled structure, constructed over a cut
and fill earthworks pad. The residence was mostly on cut to the south, which ranged up to around 1.5 m
depth. Fill on the northern side of the residence was supported by a grouted rock wall and ranged up to 2 m
height. The grouted rock facing supporting the fill did not show any signs of global instability having affected
the structure; with the residence generally being in good structural condition, other than some minor cracking
to the concrete apron to the slab. It was noted that the cracking was coincident with the daylighting point for
underslab pipework (assumed to be for wastewater and water).
Although not within the subject site, a retaining wall was present along the south-western boundary, which
would be adjacent to the proposed driveway access. This was estimated to be in the order of about 4 m
height, and was constructed of large concrete blocks, spread over two tiers. This is shown below in Text
Figure 8.
Text Figure 8: Looking south-west over retaining wall on neighbouring allotment
It was presumed that this had been recently constructed, and it was not clear whether upslope surface water
flows were being captured by the structure, and if so, where discharge was being directed to.
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3.0 ASSESSMENT OF LAND STABILITY
3.1 Existing Conditions
The crest area of the spur running south-west to north-east through the site, which incorporates the area of
the existing residence, and the proposed residence on the future subdivided allotment allotment has been
mapped by NC as presenting a Low/Very Low landslide susceptibility (clear/no shading). However the initial
flanks of the crest are mapped as a Moderate hazard area (pale yellow brown shading), which does cover a
part of the proposed building envelope for the future residence, and the driveway alignment. Towards the
inverts of gullies away from construction areas, High risk areas have been assigned (pale orange shading).
An extract of the NC mapping is given below in Text Figure 9.
Overall existing Lot boundary
Text Figure 9: Extract from NC Landslide Hazard Mapping
It should be noted that the NC map is a broad-scale indication of the potential landslide susceptibility only,
largely based on ground slope, and is superseded by this site specific assessment.
The site does not exhibit any indicators of global, natural slope instability. No landslide back scarps or
areas of natural ‘hummocky’ ground were observed, the existing structures on site were in good condition,
with no significant erosion or slumping observed over the existing access track alignment, or other minor
earthworks features (e.g. horticultural terraces). In addition the subsurface conditions were favourable
with stiff to very stiff soils present from surface, and weathered phyllite rock logged at relatively shallow
depth in both the boreholes and exposed in earthworks cuttings.
3.2 Qualitative Stability Assessment
The risk assessment for this project has been carried out following AGS 2007 Practice Note Guidelines for
Landslide Risk Management. Relative levels of risk and their implications are given in Table 1 on the
following page and the Qualitative Terminology for Use in Assessing Risk to Property is also attached.
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Table 1: Stability Risk Levels
Risk Level Example Implications(1)
Unacceptable without treatment. Extensive detailed investigation and research, planning
Very High
VH and implementation of treatment options essential to reduce risk to Low; may be too
Risk
expensive and not practical. Work likely to cost more than value of property.
Unacceptable without treatment. Detailed investigation, planning and implementation of
H High Risk treatment options required to reduce risk to Low. Work would cost a substantial sum in
relation to the value of the property.
May be tolerated in certain circumstances (subject to regulators’ approval) but requires
Moderate
M investigation, planning and implementation of treatment options to reduce risk to Low.
Risk
Treatment options to reduce to Low risk should be implemented as soon as practicable.
Usually acceptable to regulators. Where treatment has been required to reduce the risk
L Low Risk
to this level, ongoing maintenance required.
Very Low
VL Acceptable. Manage by normal slope maintenance procedures.
Risk
Note: (1) The implications for a particular situation are to be determined by all parties to the risk assessment and may
depend on the nature of the property at risk; these are only given as a general guide.
Considering the existing site conditions (Ref. Section 2), and proposed development works, it is assessed that
there would be a Low (L) Risk of global slope instability affecting the proposed development subject to the
implementation of recommendations given below. Regulators (NC) normally require that a Very Low or Low
Risk of landslide affecting the property must be demonstrated to enable development approval. Summarised
in Table 2 on the page below is our qualitative assessment of landslide risk for the site. A summary of
qualitative terminology for use in assessing risk to property is attached (taken from AGS 2007).
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Table 2: Details of Qualitative Risk Assessment for Property (AGS 2007
Assessed
Hazard Likelihood Consequence
Risk
Comments
The driveway alignment exploits an existing track in
some parts, and although the central portion of the
driveway is proposed sidelong to a moderately
steep slope; given the presence of stiff to very stiff
residual soils and XW materials from surface, no
1: Proposed driveway - evidence of existing instability (including relatively
shallow failure through existing good performance of existing fill embankments),
natural soil materials (fill Unlikely Minor Low apparent lack of shallow groundwater, and the
subgrades or earthworks cuts); proposed engineer designed retention of future fill
or future fill materials for the driveway, it is considered Unlikely that a
landslip would develop, subject to implementation of
the recommendations in Section 4 (e.g. foundations
levels and fill quality). Given a potential Medium
impact from such shallow instability the resultant risk
would be Low as per AGS 2007.
Given the presence of stiff residual soils at surface,
and stiff to very stiff XW materials below at shallow
depth, the rounded nature of the spur crest where
construction is proposed, and negligible catchment
2: Proposed residence on
for water above the site and apparent lack of
subdivided Lot - Failure
groundwater, and no evidence of existing instability
through natural soils or XW Unlikely Medium Low
in the vicinity of the proposed residence, it is
materials above the foundation
considered Unlikely that a landslip would develop,
depth
subject to implementation of the recommendations
in Section 4. With a potential Medium impact from
such shallow instability the resultant risk would be
Low as per AGS 2007.
The likelihood of a deep failure through the weathered
phyllite rock below the foundation depth is assessed
3: Proposed residence on
as Barely Credible due to the strength of these
subdivided Lot, or proposed
Barely materials, no evidence of existing instability, and
driveway alignment - Deep Major Very Low
Credible relatively consistent nature of the sloping ground
seated failure in weathered rock
across the development area. Although the
below the foundation depth
consequence of such a failure could be Major, the
resultant risk is Very Low as per AGS 2007.
The potential impacts on slope stability of the development components have been assessed, and the
measures recommended below in Section 4 have been designed to mitigate those impacts.
3.2.1 Effluent Disposal
Ground Drill has prepared an effluent disposal report (Ref. Job No. 20/373-2, dated 22 March 2021). The
indicative proposed effluent disposal area is located to the east of the proposed building area, as illustrated in
the Ground Drill report, which is attached at the end of this letter. This area is considered acceptable from a
slope stability point of view. Should the proposed effluent disposal area be moved, Tectonic must be notified
to re-assess the impacts on slope stability.
Ground Drill has recommended application rate of 3 mm/day using a covered surface irrigation system.
Considering this application rate compared with the trigger levels required for the occurrence of a landslide in
this setting (e.g. a severe rain event), the effect of the irrigation on slope stability would be considered
minimal. Nevertheless, it is recommended that the land application area be revegetated as soon as possible.
Vegetation should include native species which are used for stabilisation of steep slopes and suitable for wet
soils with high nutrient loads (e.g. Lomandra).
The on-site effluent disposal system must be located a suitable distance away from any watercourse,
dwellings and recreation areas. Setback distances are subject to the level of treatment proposed and shall
be in accordance with Local and State Government requirements.
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4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS
General recommendations to help maintain the stability of the site are given in the document Some
Guidelines for Hillside Construction, which is attached. This document should be referred to by those
preparing the concept and designs for future residential development at the site.
4.1 Site Layout and Geotechnical Constraints
Preliminary layout plans (Ref. Section 2) were available for review at the time of this assessment, however
no bulk earthworks or building design details were are available regarding the proposed residence. We
understand that future building works would be located proximal to the area indicated in Text Figure 2 (not
including areas for effluent disposal).
There should generally be no limitations on the methodology adopted for the future residence e.g. low set or
high set construction, or a split level structure built ‘in to’ the existing slope profile, however earthworks
should be limited to cut and fill of up to 1.5 m high/depth.
The general building location denoted in Text Figure 2 on the future subdivided allotment are considered
suitable from a slope stability viewpoint, although this should not encroach on the break of slope present to
the north and south, where ground slopes around 20° (36 %) were noted. Tectonic must be consulted to
assess the impacts on slope stability if development is proposed elsewhere on the site or if cut or fill
earthworks are to exceed 1.5 m in height/depth for the residence.
For the proposed driveway alignment, given the moderately steep to steep ground slopes present over
ground to the northern edge, all fill embankments >0.5 m height should be retained, and this is shown as the
intent on the supplied drawings (Ref. Section 2).
4.2 Earthworks
In construction areas, all vegetation, tree stumps and large roots must be ‘grubbed out’, existing uncontrolled
fill (e.g. along the proposed driveway alignment) with any organic rich topsoil stripped from the site. It is
recommended that subgrades be proof rolled using a minimum 4 tonne rubber tyred vehicle or drum roller to
identify any ‘soft spots’. Any such soft spots should be overexcavated and replaced with compacted select
fill.
Although trafficability should generally be good in ‘dry’ conditions, the soils could be subject to strength loss
from repetitive vehicle loading (particularly from rubber tyred plant) or if they become wet. Due to the
potential for poor trafficability during and after wet periods, placement of a minimum 150 mm thick granular
working platform may be required, particularly along access ways.
Fill materials should be compacted at moisture contents within the range of -2 % to +2 % of optimum
moisture content for Standard Compaction. Confirmatory compaction testing must be carried out at regular
intervals and further details for control and testing of fill are given in Australian Standard AS 3798-2007
Guidelines on Earthworks for Commercial and Residential Developments.
Fill (site won and imported) should have a maximum particle size of 100 mm for an uncompacted layer
thickness of 200 mm; and shall be compacted by repeated rolling with a roller to achieve a dry density ratio
of at least 95 % of the Standard Maximum Dry Density for cohesive soils, or 70 % Dry Density Index for any
imported cohesionless soils. Topsoil must not be re-used as structural fill, but may be used for landscaping.
Any imported fill should comprise a good quality material meeting the following specifications:
Soaked CBR ≥ 10 %
Shrink-swell index (Iss) ≤1 %
Maximum particle size ≤ 100 mm
Following stripping of topsoil and any organic laden surface soils, fill must be ‘benched’ into the natural soil,
with batters over filled by 0.5 m (horizontally) and then trimmed back to the well compacted material.
It is anticipated that site earthworks could generally be completed by medium size excavators (8 tonne to
10 tonne) with toothed bucket attachments. However, the ground profile indicated by the Ground Drill
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boreholes suggests that weathered rock could be expected within 1 m to 1.5 m of the ground surface. Such
materials may require the use of ripping attachments, or selected pneumatic breaking.
Temporary batters in natural soils of stiffer (or stiffer) consistency, and future controlled fill may be formed at
1V:1H; with permanent batters formed no steeper than 1V:2H. Flatter batters may be required if
groundwater seepage is encountered. Permanent batters will require erosion protection such as covering
with erosion matting or vegetation. Where spatial constraints prevent adoption of the above recommended
batter slopes, cut or fill batters would need to be supported by retaining walls.
The above recommendations do not supersede any existing safety regulations or legislation applicable to
excavations (e.g. limits on personnel entry into trenches).
Any excavations required adjacent to existing structures, will need to be specifically designed to ensure that
the structures are not adversely affected (e.g. 'undermined').
Ground surfaces should be graded to shed surface water runoff away from construction areas. It should be
noted that during wet weather, the natural soils may cause turbid stormwater run-off. Appropriate erosion
and sediment control measures must be installed prior to commencement of earthworks at this site,
especially given the presence of natural gullies and dams within the site boundary downslope of the
proposed construction areas.
4.3 Footing Design
Footings for the proposed building and any ancillary structures (e.g. retaining walls) must penetrate through
any future fill to ‘socket’ at least 0.5 m into natural residual soil comprising stiff (or stiffer) clay or a minimum
of 0.3 m in to weathered rock. Based on the Ground Drill boreholes, depending on the construction
methodology adopted, normally dimensioned, conventional high-level footings would be appropriate, or
possibly extended locally via the use of steel reinforced concrete bored piles (or ‘bucket piles’).
Footings could be designed with an allowable bearing capacity of 100 kPa when founded in stiff (or stiffer)
natural residual clays or 400 kPa in weathered rock.
Footing design should also account for the characteristic surface movement (ys), indicated by the site
classification report by Ground Drill to be equivalent to Class M. The re-use of the site-won clay materials for
filling works could result in greater estimates of characteristic ground surface movement and should be
considered by the design engineer once earthworks details have been confirmed.
All footings should found such that they are not adversely affected by any adjacent excavations, batter
slopes, trenches, or retaining walls that are not designed to support building loads. Footings should found at
least below a plane extending 1 m horizontally from the base of trenches/excavations/retaining walls, then
rising up at 1V:1H, as illustrated in Text Figure 10 overleaf.
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Text Figure 10: Footing depth required to minimise the risk of undermining and surcharge loading
Footing bases must be cleaned following mechanical excavation to expose undisturbed materials over the
full base area. Should bored piles be adopted, it is recommended that the piling contractor have a ‘mud
bucket’ or similar device to enable clean out of the pile bases. ‘Spinning’ of the augers is not acceptable
and will not sufficiently remove drill spoil from pile bases. A suitably qualified and experienced engineer
should inspect the footing excavations to confirm appropriate foundation materials and cleanliness prior to
pouring concrete.
If any soil conditions encountered during construction are found to differ from those noted above, Tectonic
must be notified immediately and an inspection carried out to determine if changes to footing design are
required.
4.4 Retaining Structures
Any retaining walls must be founded as described in Section 4.3 above. Engineer design and certification of
retaining walls is required where such walls:
Exceed 1 m height.
Are subjected to surcharge loads (e.g. from backslope, adjacent structures, etc.).
Are located within close proximity to existing structures.
Retaining structures should be engineer designed in accordance with AS4678-2002 Earth-retaining
structures. We suggest the following parameters may be adopted for retaining wall design:
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Table 3: Retaining Wall Design Parameters
Lateral earth pressure coefficients
Unit Friction
Retained material weight angle
Ka Ko
(kN/m3) (Degrees) Kp
(Cantilever wall) (Non-yielding wall)
Stiff to Very Stiff
18 26 0.39 0.56 2.56
Natural Clays
Weathered Phyllite
21 35 0.27 0.43 3.69
Rock
These parameters do not include allowance for surcharge above the wall, or additional loads imposed by
sloping ground.
Subsurface drainage must be installed behind any retaining walls in order to prevent the development of
hydrostatic pressure (e.g. slotted ‘aggi’ pipe wrapped in filter ‘sock’ placed in gravel backfill).
4.5 Drainage
Adequate site drainage should be installed to ensure that stormwater runoff is directed away from the
building walls and footings (e.g. swales in landscaped areas or grated drains across pavements up slope of
structures including retaining walls for the driveway). Diversion drainage should be installed above the crest
of all cut/fill batters, and toe of all cut batters. Uncontrolled flow of stormwater over embankment batters (e.g.
from gutter overflow during high intensity storms, or if formal arrangements are not in place for the retaining
wall on the neighbouring property to the south-west) has the potential to saturate and weaken the
embankment materials, potentially leading to slumping failure. Future building and landscaping must be
carried out to maintain good drainage.
Subsurface drainage must be installed behind any retaining walls in order to prevent the development of
hydrostatic pressure (e.g. slotted ‘aggi’ pipe wrapped in filter ‘sock’ placed in gravel backfill).
All excess stormwater collected on site must be directed by pipes to the legal point of discharge, at least 5 m
down slope from the proposed or existing structures. Surface dissipation, such as a rock weir or similar,
must be installed at the stormwater outlet(s) to minimse the risk of soil erosion at the discharge point..
Subsurface disposal of stormwater must not be undertaken.
5.0 SUMMARY & CONCLUSIONS
Based on the findings of our assessment we consider that there would be a Low Risk of slope instability
impacting the proposed development. This advice is subject to implementation of the recommendations
given in this report.
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6.0 LIMITATIONS
Your attention is drawn to the document Limitations, which is attached to this letter report.
Please contact the undersigned should you wish to discuss any of the above matters.
Yours faithfully
TECTONIC GEOTECHNICAL PTY LTD
Robert Gibb BSc (Hons) Ashley Davey BEng (Geological) RPEQ 8159
Engineering Geologist Principal Geotechnical Engineer
Attachments: Ground Drill Site Classification Report (Ref. Job No. 20/373, dated 3 December 2020)
Ground Drill Effluent Disposal Report (Ref. Job No. 20/373-2, dated 22 March 2021)
Qualitative Terminology for Use in Assessing Risk to Property
Some Guidelines for Hillside Construction
Limitations
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Family Trust ABN - 15204820396
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E [email protected]
QBCC Lic – 15034580
Pomona QLD 4568
Site Classification Report
Job No: 20/373 Client Ref: N/A
Date: 03/12/20
Client: Tectonic Geotechnical
Site Address: Proposed Lot 2, 108 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain
Proposed Structure: Proposed Residence
Information Provided by Client: No house plans were available
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Introduction
The purpose of this report is to classify the site in accordance with AS2870-2011. This report
is based on the field investigation/lab testing and information if any provided by the client.
This Report relates exclusively to the tested locations and the above-mentioned structure.
Further investigation may be required. Further investigation is recommended when deeper
depths of fill or marine clays are thought to be present, by way of deeper boreholes/other
test methods/use of prior investigation within the area. Bore logging in accordance with
AS1726-2017 Geotechnical Site Investigations.
Site Classification
Class “P”
(Due to large mature trees)
Based on the soil profiles the site would have the characteristics of an
'M' site with an approximate Ys of 21-35mm if not a “P”.
Important Notes Relating to the classification
This report does not address slope stability, if a slope stability report is required the services of a
suitably qualified Geotechnical Engineer should be sought.
Allowable Bearing Capacity
An approximate bearing capacity of 100kpa was encountered at a depth of 100mm
below existing ground surface level in the SILTY CLAY at location BH1 and location
BH2.
This is a suggested minimum founding depth; greater depth may be required due to the
following. Bearing capacity can be highly variable over the allotment these depths are
specific to the test locations. Actual founding depth should be nominated by the designing
engineer whilst taking construction and footing type, fill, underground services, retaining
walls, settlement, proposed cut/fill and any trees into account. Soft and/or settling soils may
present within the investigated depths or at deeper depths, further investigation may be
required to establish this.
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Lab Results/Predicted Surface Movement
Bore Hole BH 1 200-500
Shrink-Swell (Indicative) 1.0%
Ys N/A
Site Description
Future Site Works: Unknown
Existing Earthworks: Nil
Retaining Walls: Nil
Vegetation: Heavily grassed, scattered large mature trees
Slope: 11-25%
Allotment Type: Acreage
Surrounding Allotments: Acreage
Surface Water: Surface water from adjoining allotments may traverse this site
Water Table: Not encountered
Rock: encountered
Watercourses: Nil nearby
Road Status: Sealed
By using this report, you are agreeing to the statements and limitations mentioned in this
report.
Authorised Signatory
Matthew Bennett
on behalf of Ground Drill Pty Ltd
QBCC Lic # 15034580
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Limitations of Report & Notes
This report is based on information gathered from the field investigation and information provided by
the client if any. Ground Drill should be notified immediately if ground conditions are found to differ
from this report during initial earthworks.
Unless otherwise stated this report does not address the following issues;
• Mining Subsidence.
• Slope Stability (If the site is in a known slip area or is steep, it is recommended that a
Geotechnical Engineer be engaged to conduct a Slope Stability assessment).
• Deep soft or settling soils
• Soils within investigated depths or deeper may be subject to settlement with additional load of
structure and any fill placed, the designing engineer is to allow for this potential settlement.
• Deep settling marine clays may be present.
• Soil Contamination, hazardous materials and or acid sulphate.
• Any slopes, dimensions or plans in this report are not to scale and only show approximate
testing locations.
• Flood levels (It is the client’s responsibility to inform us of any flood levels on the allotment).
• If water is found in the boreholes this depth may vary greatly over time. This report does not
address the influence any natural springs may have on the structure.
• It is the client’s responsibility to inform us of any nearby underground services that have been
or will be installed near the proposed structure.
• Earthworks could affect the site classification and or founding depth.
• If any fill is placed on the allotment post investigation the founding depth will change,
furthermore placement of reactive fill may change the sites classification.
• All topsoil and vegetation is to be removed.
• Surface water is to be diverted away from structure.
• Do not plant trees near the structure which could interfere with the footing’s performance.
• It is the owner’s responsibility to read and understand the CSIRO BTF 18 Foundation
Maintenance and Footing Performance: A Home-owner’s Guide.
• Strength of founding material can be highly variable dependent upon moisture content.
• This investigation undertaken consisted of the included boreholes/test pits, given the size of
the site it is possible that a problem could have been missed. eg. Filled dam/gully, soft soils,
fill, springs, boulders, rock etc. We cannot give a definitive assurance that none of these
problems exist on the site unless we did a greater number of boreholes which would be
uneconomical and impractical.
• This report may not provide all necessary information to design an adequate footing system,
further investigation may be required using larger drill rigs and/or different testing methods.
• This report relates exclusively to single or two storey residential structures, or structures with
similar loads. Larger commercial or greater than 2 storey structures may need further
investigation and this report is to be used as an initial guide only.
• If trees/palms are present, or have been removed from, within or near to the proposed
structure footprint, it is the responsibility of the designing engineer to use the principals of
AS2870-2011 Appendix H “Guide to Design of Footings for Trees”. The classification therefore
excludes the effect of trees on the site unless otherwise stated.
Distance from proposed structure that trees can affect footings:
0.75 x 'h' 'M' sites
1.0 x 'h' 'H' sites
1.5 x 'h' 'E' Sites
'h' is the mature height of the tree. Where there are rows of trees the distance should be
increased.
• It is the designing engineer’s responsibility to calculate the yt and add it to the ys.
• As per the Plumbing and Drainage Regulation 2019, all sites classified H1, H2, E or P must
have an articulating plumbing joint where connected to sanitary drainage. This should be
designed by a competent person (E.g. RPEQ or similar).
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Borelogs
BH 1 Soil Description DCP BH 2 Soil Description DCP
0 SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium plasticity, 0 SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium plasticity,
pale brown/orange, dry, stiff. pale brown/orange, dry, stiff.
100 3 100 3
200 4 200 4
300 5 300 5
400 4 400 4
500 5 500 5
600 EXTREMELY WEATHERED MATERIAL 7 600 EXTREMELY WEATHERED MATERIAL 9
SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium plasticity, SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium plasticity,
pale brown, dry, stiff-very stiff. pale brown, dry, stiff-very stiff.
700 7 700 8
800 12 800 7
900 12 900 12
1000 14 1000 11
1100 1100 11
1200 1200
1300 1300
1400 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED PHYLLITE 1400 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED PHYLLITE
(DW) – pale brown, dry, very low (DW) – pale brown, dry, very low
strength rock. strength rock.
1500 1500
1600 1600
1700 1700
1800 1800
1900 1900
2000 Hole Terminated. 2000 Hole Terminated.
*- DCP restarted down the borehole
SWL -Standing Water Level
PP- Pocket Penetrometer
ISS-Indicative Shrink-Swell
SS – Shrink-Swell
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Proposed Driveway Borehole
(This borehole does not form part of the Site Classification Report)
BH 6 Soil Description DCP
0 SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium plasticity,
brown, dry, stiff.
100 3
200 4
300 5
400 4
500 4
600 5
700 EXTREMELY WEATHERED MATERIAL 5
SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium plasticity,
pale brown, dry, stiff-very stiff.
800 5
900 8
1000 4
1100 11
1200 10
1300 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED PHYLLITE 18
(DW) – pale brown, dry, very low
strength rock.
1400
1500
1600
1700
1800
1900
2000
2100 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED PHYLLITE
(DW) – pale brown, dry, low strength
rock.
2200
2300
2400
2500 Auger Refusal
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Ground Drill Pty Ltd PH - 0407035220
ATF The Bennett Family Trust W - www.grounddrill.com.au
ABN - 15204820396 E - [email protected]
QBCC Lic – 15034580 Pomona QLD 4568
Effluent Disposal Report
Job No: 20/373-2
Date: 22/03/21
Client: Tectonic Geotechnical
Site Address: Proposed Lot 2, 108 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain
Proposed Structure: Proposed 4-bedroom residence on tank water
Information Provided by the Client: No house plans were available
Local Authority: Noosa Shire Council
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Introduction
The purpose of this report is to evaluate and design a suitable on-site treatment system and disposal
area in accordance with AS 1547 – 2012, the Queensland Plumbing and Wastewater Code and the
Plumbing and Drainage Act. The report relates exclusively to the above site and the proposed and or
existing buildings shown on the plan only. All measurements and levels shown are as accurate as
possible with the information provided these are to be used for locating the onsite effluent disposal
system only.
Site Description
Weather Conditions Fine
Slope 5-20%
Slope Stability N/a
Vegetation Heavily Grassed
Fill Nil
Flooding Nil
Watercourses Nil
Site exposure Sun & wind
Salinity Nil
Surface condition Nil cracks, seepage or compaction
Boulders & Rock outcrops Nil
Will water from uphill traverse the area No
Water table Nil
Soil Category (AS1547-2012 Table M1)
Borehole 0-0.2m 0.2m-0.6m
BH3-BH5 Cat 4 Cat 5
Clay Loams Light Clays
Weakly Structured Moderately Structured
0.12-0.5m/d 0.06-12m/d
Recommended Design Irrigation Rate
Test Result 0.10
Recommended Design Irrigation Rate 3mm/day
Adopted Rate 3/mm/day
Calculations
Bedrooms 4
Persons 6
DIR (mm/day) 3
Litres per person per day (Tank supply) 120
Calculations 6x120=720 /3= 240
Disposal Area Required 240m2 Covered surface pressure
compensating irrigation
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Risk Assessment
Risk Risk Mitigation
Surface Runoff Mounds
Human Contact Signs and mound to identify area. Apply by
setbacks
Overloading of system and LAA Use correct DIR, flow allowances and
maximum occupancy
Recommendations
• An approved Advanced Secondary ASTP is to be installed. (Installer to ensure tank
position does not damage to existing or proposed structures)
• A covered surface irrigation area of 240m2 consisting of pressure compensating lines
laid atop of the existing ground surface level and spaced approximately 800-1000mm
apart and covered with 150mm of mulch.
• The tank must be installed and anchored if necessary, to prevent flotation.
• Installer to confirm sufficient fall is available to the treatment plant prior to installation once
the floor height is known.
• Top of treatment plant shall be at least 150mm above any flood levels that are present.
• A filter must be installed in between treatment plant and irrigation area.
• Pump must have sufficient power to pressurise irrigation lines.
• All pipework and fittings used must meet relevant Australian Standards be buried, withstand
150% of pump shut-off-head and be fit for use.
• The supply line from the treatment plant to the irrigation area shall be buried 25-32mm
purple line poly within a 200mm layer sand bed to prevent damage.
• A flush out valve should be installed on the end of the irrigation area and used regularly.
• Flexible joints should be used from the treatment to the proposed/existing structure where
the site is “H1” or higher.
• A reserve area equal to the above area is to be kept free of development and vehicle traffic
as per plan.
• The area shall be surrounded by a 150mm high earth mound.
• The area shall be mulched to a depth of 150mm, and evergreen plants planted to maximise
evapotranspiration.
• Two signs are to be erected stating ‘Recycled water-buried pipes-Do not dig’
• All Storm water from the residence and uphill slopes is to be diverted away from the area.
• Set back distances as per local council policies and AS1547 -2012 are to be met some of
these setbacks when Advanced Secondary ASTP with Surface Irrigation are;
10M from a watercourse, dam, table drain, bore etc.
10M from a dwelling or habitable building.
2M from a boundary/driveway if it slopes away or is level with that boundary/driveway.
4M from boundary/driveway if it slopes towards that boundary/driveway
6M from an inground water tank
6M from pool edge.
Authorised Signatory
Matthew Bennett
on behalf of Ground Drill Pty Ltd
QBCC Lic # 15034580
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Limitations of Report & Notes
This report is based on information gathered from the field investigation and information provided by the
client if any. Ground Drill should be notified immediately if ground conditions are found to differ from this
report.
Unless otherwise stated this report does not address the following issues;
• Mining Subsidence.
• Slope Stability (If the site is in a known slip area or is steep, it is recommended that a Geotechnical
Engineer be engaged to conduct a Slope Stability assessment).
• Deep soft or settling soils
• Soil Contamination, hazardous materials and or acid sulphate.
• Any slopes, dimensions, levels, site features or plans in this report are approximate only show
approximate testing locations.
• Flood levels (It is the client’s responsibility to inform us of any flood levels on the allotment).
• If water is found in the boreholes this depth may vary greatly over time. This report does not address
the influence any natural springs may have on the structure.
• It is the client’s responsibility to inform us of any nearby underground services that have been or will
be installed near the proposed area.
• Earthworks could affect the design.
• If any fill is placed on the allotment post investigation this could change the design.
• Surface water is to be diverted away from the area.
• This investigation undertaken consisted of the occluded boreholes/test pits, given the size of the site
it is possible that a problem could have been missed. eg. Filled dam/gully, soft soils, fill, springs,
boulders, rock etc. We cannot give a definitive assurance that none of these problems exist on the site
unless we did a greater number of boreholes which would be uneconomical and impractical.
Maintenance and Operation of System
• Scrape all dishes to remove fats, grease, etc. before washing
• Don't use a garbage grinder
• Use biodegradable soaps
• Use a low-phosphorus detergent
• Don't use powerful bleaches
• Don't put sanitary napkins and other hygiene products into the system
• Spray or irrigation areas should have access restricted
• Divert surface water away from land application area
• No vehicles or stock should be allowed on trenches, beds or irrigation area.
• Deep rooting trees or shrubs should not be grown over absorption trenches or pipes
• Vegetable gardens and/or fruit trees should not be planted within or near area, where there is a
possibility of airborne spray coming into contact with the plant.
• Structures should not be constructed near areas that encourage people to congregate.
• Play areas and equipment should be well away from areas where there is no possibility of spray
coming into contact with humans.
• Treatment plants and septic tanks are to be desludged every 3-5 years.
• Ground Drill will not be liable for any Council Inspection, submission or reviewing fees due to
changes in report or plan requested by client or Council.
• If any part of this design is unclear, please call before buying products or installing.
• This report must be approved by the local authority and appropriate permits issued before any works
can be undertaken.
• Installer is to contact Noosa Shire Council prior to burying the system for a site inspection and
certification.
• Follow the manufacturer's instructions, relevant codes, standards and guidelines for installation,
servicing, maintaining and cleaning the system and irrigation area/trenches/beds
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Soil Profiles
BH 3 Soil Description BH 4 Soil Description BH 5 Soil Description
0 SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium 0 SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium 0 SILTY CLAY (CI) – Medium
plasticity, orange, dry, stiff. plasticity, orange, dry, stiff. plasticity, orange, dry, stiff.
100 100 100
200 200 200
300 300 300
400 400 400
500 500 500
600 EXTRMELY WEATHERED 600 EXTRMELY WEATHERED 600 EXTRMELY WEATHERED
MATERIAL (XW) – SILTY CLAY MATERIAL (XW) – SILTY CLAY MATERIAL (XW) – SILTY CLAY
(CI) – Medium plasticity, red/brown, (CI) – Medium plasticity, red/brown, (CI) – Medium plasticity,
dry, very stiff. dry, very stiff. red/brown, dry, very stiff.
700 700 700
800 800 800
900 900 900
1000 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED 1000 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED 1000 DISTINCTLY WEATHERED
PHYLLITE (DW) – Pale brown, dry, PHYLLITE (DW) – Pale brown, dry, PHYLLITE (DW) – Pale brown,
very low strength rock. very low strength rock. dry, very low strength rock.
1100 1100 1100
1200 1200 1200
1300 1300 1300
1400 1400 1400
1500 Hole Terminated. 1500 Hole Terminated. 1500 Hole Terminated.
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Covered Surface Irrigation Diagram
150mm cover of mulch
Pressure
compensating
150m earth mound dripper lines
Native nitrogen
tolerant shrubs with
non-invasive root
systems
Flush out valve
Covered Surface layout Ground Drill Pty Ltd
NTS Sunshine Coast, QLD.
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Notes
Levels shown are approximate
No plans were available for the proposed residence at the time of investigation
and are sourced from local
council mapping or information N
provided by the client. These
levels are solely to demonstrate
the functionality of the system.
Actual floor height is to be
confirmed with the builder prior
to installation.
All pipe work from the structure
to the proposed system should
be covered and adequately
vented and be vermin/insect Proposed Advanced
proof. Secondary ASTP
All work carried out should meet (Approx RL 183)
relevant codes/standards and be Reserve Area
done by an appropriately
BH5
qualified and licensed person. Proposed Lot 2
m
PT3
Proposed system should be
15
constructed in a way to
maximize evapotranspiration
Slope
and minimize potential pooling
Proposed Building 10-28%
and runoff.
If plans were not available at Envelope
BH4
the time of investigation further Proposed PT2
reporting and design work may Residence
be needed prior to council (Approx RL 185) Proposed Covered Surface
submission and installation. 17m Irrigation Area - 240sqm
Care is to be taken not to (30 x 8m)
sompact,smear or damage the (Approx RL 186-183)
soil structure during installation BH3
(This can lead to premature PT1 2m
failure).
If structures have been built
since our initial investigation
(Including neighboring
structures) please contact us to
confirm this will not adversely
effect the design.
Final landscaping and installation
should discourage and limit
causal pedestrian access.(By
way of plantings, border,
mounds, visual and or physical
deterrents) Proposed Lot 1
The owner should obtain
knowledge on how to use and
maintain the proposed system.
Most of this is available from
your chosen supplier/installer.
This report must be approved by
the local council prior to any
work commencing.
The effluent disposal report
must be accompanied by a
Site Classification Report. If
the Site Classification is
H1,H2, E or P an articulation
joint will need to be designed
by a person licensed to do
so.
Client- Tectonic Geotechnical
Site - Proposed Lot 2, 108 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain
Ground Drill Pty Ltd
Date - 22/03/21
Abbreviations Sunshine Coast, QLD.
Job# - 20/373-2
BH : Borehole DCP : Dynamic Cone Penetrometer QBCC # 150 345 80
Scale - 1 : 1100 @ A4 (Site features are approximate-Do not scale)
PT : Percolation Test HD : Heavy Droplet Lilac Sprinkler E: [email protected]
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PRACTICE NOTE GUIDELINES FOR LANDSLIDE RISK MANAGEMENT 2007
APPENDIX C: LANDSLIDE RISK ASSESSMENT
QUALITATIVE TERMINOLOGY FOR USE IN ASSESSING RISK TO PROPERTY
QUALITATIVE MEASURES OF LIKELIHOOD
Approximate Annual Probability
Implied Indicative Landslide
Description Descriptor Level
Indicative Notional Recurrence Interval
Value Boundary
10-1 5x10-2
10 years The event is expected to occur over the design life. ALMOST CERTAIN A
20 years The event will probably occur under adverse conditions over the
-2
10 100 years
design life.
LIKELY B
-3
-3 5x10 200 years
10 1000 years The event could occur under adverse conditions over the design life. POSSIBLE C
5x10-4 2000 years
The event might occur under very adverse circumstances over the
10-4 10,000 years
design life.
UNLIKELY D
-5 5x10-5 20,000 years
10 The event is conceivable but only under exceptional circumstances
100,000 years RARE E
over the design life.
-6 5x10-6 200,000 years
10 1,000,000 years The event is inconceivable or fanciful over the design life. BARELY CREDIBLE F
Note: (1) The table should be used from left to right; use Approximate Annual Probability or Description to assign Descriptor, not vice versa.
QUALITATIVE MEASURES OF CONSEQUENCES TO PROPERTY
Approximate Cost of Damage
Description Descriptor Level
Indicative Notional
Value Boundary
Structure(s) completely destroyed and/or large scale damage requiring major engineering works for
200% CATASTROPHIC 1
stabilisation. Could cause at least one adjacent property major consequence damage.
100%
Extensive damage to most of structure, and/or extending beyond site boundaries requiring significant
60% MAJOR 2
stabilisation works. Could cause at least one adjacent property medium consequence damage.
40%
Moderate damage to some of structure, and/or significant part of site requiring large stabilisation works.
20% MEDIUM 3
Could cause at least one adjacent property minor consequence damage.
10%
5% 1% Limited damage to part of structure, and/or part of site requiring some reinstatement stabilisation works. MINOR 4
Little damage. (Note for high probability event (Almost Certain), this category may be subdivided at a
0.5% INSIGNIFICANT 5
notional boundary of 0.1%. See Risk Matrix.)
Notes: (2) The Approximate Cost of Damage is expressed as a percentage of market value, being the cost of the improved value of the unaffected property which includes the land plus the
unaffected structures.
(3) The Approximate Cost is to be an estimate of the direct cost of the damage, such as the cost of reinstatement of the damaged portion of the property (land plus structures), stabilisation
works required to render the site to tolerable risk level for the landslide which has occurred and professional design fees, and consequential costs such as legal fees, temporary
accommodation. It does not include additional stabilisation works to address other landslides which may affect the property.
(4) The table should be used from left to right; use Approximate Cost of Damage or Description to assign Descriptor, not vice versa
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APPENDIX C: – QUALITATIVE TERMINOLOGY FOR USE IN ASSESSING RISK TO PROPERTY (CONTINUED)
QUALITATIVE RISK ANALYSIS MATRIX – LEVEL OF RISK TO PROPERTY
LIKELIHOOD CONSEQUENCES TO PROPERTY (With Indicative Approximate Cost of Damage)
Indicative Value of 1: CATASTROPHIC 2: MAJOR 3: MEDIUM 4: MINOR 5:
Approximate Annual 200% 60% 20% 5% INSIGNIFICANT
Probability 0.5%
A – ALMOST CERTAIN 10-1 VH VH VH H M or L (5)
-2
B - LIKELY 10 VH VH H M L
C - POSSIBLE 10-3 VH H M M VL
D - UNLIKELY 10-4 H M L L VL
-5
E - RARE 10 M L L VL VL
-6
F - BARELY CREDIBLE 10 L VL VL VL VL
Notes: (5) For Cell A5, may be subdivided such that a consequence of less than 0.1% is Low Risk.
(6) When considering a risk assessment it must be clearly stated whether it is for existing conditions or with risk control measures which may not be implemented at the current
time.
RISK LEVEL IMPLICATIONS
Risk Level Example Implications (7)
Unacceptable without treatment. Extensive detailed investigation and research, planning and implementation of treatment
VH VERY HIGH RISK options essential to reduce risk to Low; may be too expensive and not practical. Work likely to cost more than value of the
property.
Unacceptable without treatment. Detailed investigation, planning and implementation of treatment options required to reduce
H HIGH RISK
risk to Low. Work would cost a substantial sum in relation to the value of the property.
May be tolerated in certain circumstances (subject to regulator’s approval) but requires investigation, planning and
M MODERATE RISK implementation of treatment options to reduce the risk to Low. Treatment options to reduce to Low risk should be
implemented as soon as practicable.
Usually acceptable to regulators. Where treatment has been required to reduce the risk to this level, ongoing maintenance is
L LOW RISK
required.
Acceptable. Manage by normal slope maintenance procedures.
VL VERY LOW RISK
Note: (7) The implications for a particular situation are to be determined by all parties to the risk assessment and may depend on the nature of the property at risk; these are only
given as a general guide.
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APPENDIX G - SOME GUIDELINES FOR HILLSIDE CONSTRUCTION
GOOD ENGINEERING PRACTICE POOR ENGINEERING PRACTICE
ADVICE
GEOTECHNICAL Obtain advice from a qualified, experienced geotechnical practitioner at early Prepare detailed plan and start site works before
ASSESSMENT stage of planning and before site works. geotechnical advice.
PLANNING
SITE PLANNING Having obtained geotechnical advice, plan the development with the risk Plan development without regard for the Risk.
arising from the identified hazards and consequences in mind.
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Use flexible structures which incorporate properly designed brickwork, timber Floor plans which require extensive cutting and
or steel frames, timber or panel cladding. filling.
HOUSE DESIGN
Consider use of split levels. Movement intolerant structures.
Use decks for recreational areas where appropriate.
SITE CLEARING Retain natural vegetation wherever practicable. Indiscriminately clear the site.
ACCESS & Satisfy requirements below for cuts, fills, retaining walls and drainage. Excavate and fill for site access before
DRIVEWAYS Council specifications for grades may need to be modified. geotechnical advice.
Driveways and parking areas may need to be fully supported on piers.
EARTHWORKS Retain natural contours wherever possible. Indiscriminatory bulk earthworks.
Minimise depth. Large scale cuts and benching.
CUTS Support with engineered retaining walls or batter to appropriate slope. Unsupported cuts.
Provide drainage measures and erosion control. Ignore drainage requirements
Minimise height. Loose or poorly compacted fill, which if it fails,
Strip vegetation and topsoil and key into natural slopes prior to filling. may flow a considerable distance including
Use clean fill materials and compact to engineering standards. onto property below.
FILLS Batter to appropriate slope or support with engineered retaining wall. Block natural drainage lines.
Provide surface drainage and appropriate subsurface drainage. Fill over existing vegetation and topsoil.
Include stumps, trees, vegetation, topsoil,
boulders, building rubble etc in fill.
ROCK OUTCROPS Remove or stabilise boulders which may have unacceptable risk. Disturb or undercut detached blocks or
& BOULDERS Support rock faces where necessary. boulders.
Engineer design to resist applied soil and water forces. Construct a structurally inadequate wall such as
Found on rock where practicable. sandstone flagging, brick or unreinforced
RETAINING
Provide subsurface drainage within wall backfill and surface drainage on slope blockwork.
WALLS
above. Lack of subsurface drains and weepholes.
Construct wall as soon as possible after cut/fill operation.
Found within rock where practicable. Found on topsoil, loose fill, detached boulders
Use rows of piers or strip footings oriented up and down slope. or undercut cliffs.
FOOTINGS
Design for lateral creep pressures if necessary.
Backfill footing excavations to exclude ingress of surface water.
Engineer designed.
Support on piers to rock where practicable.
SWIMMING POOLS Provide with under-drainage and gravity drain outlet where practicable.
Design for high soil pressures which may develop on uphill side whilst there
may be little or no lateral support on downhill side.
DRAINAGE
Provide at tops of cut and fill slopes. Discharge at top of fills and cuts.
Discharge to street drainage or natural water courses. Allow water to pond on bench areas.
SURFACE Provide general falls to prevent blockage by siltation and incorporate silt traps.
Line to minimise infiltration and make flexible where possible.
Special structures to dissipate energy at changes of slope and/or direction.
Provide filter around subsurface drain. Discharge roof runoff into absorption trenches.
Provide drain behind retaining walls.
SUBSURFACE
Use flexible pipelines with access for maintenance.
Prevent inflow of surface water.
Usually requires pump-out or mains sewer systems; absorption trenches may Discharge sullage directly onto and into slopes.
SEPTIC &
be possible in some areas if risk is acceptable. Use absorption trenches without consideration
SULLAGE
Storage tanks should be water-tight and adequately founded. of landslide risk.
EROSION Control erosion as this may lead to instability. Failure to observe earthworks and drainage
CONTROL & Revegetate cleared area. recommendations when landscaping.
LANDSCAPING
DRAWINGS AND SITE VISITS DURING CONSTRUCTION
DRAWINGS Building Application drawings should be viewed by geotechnical consultant
SITE VISITS Site Visits by consultant may be appropriate during construction/
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE BY OWNER
OWNER’S Clean drainage systems; repair broken joints in drains and leaks in supply
RESPONSIBILITY pipes.
Where structural distress is evident see advice.
If seepage observed, determine causes or seek advice on consequences.
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LIMITATIONS
This document has been prepared for the purpose outlined in Tectonic’s proposal and no responsibility is
accepted for the use of this document, in whole or in part, for any other purpose.
The scope of Tectonic’s Services are as described in Tectonic’s proposal, and are subject to restrictions
and limitations. Tectonic did not perform a complete assessment of all possible conditions or
circumstances that may exist at the site referenced in the report. If a service is not expressly indicated, do
not assume it has been provided. If a matter is not addressed, do not assume that any determination has
been made by Tectonic in regards to it.
Conditions may exist which were undetectable given that economic and time constraints limit the practical
extent of geotechnical investigation. Variations in conditions may occur between investigation locations,
and there may be special conditions pertaining to the site which have not been revealed by the
investigation and which have not therefore been taken into account in the document. Where variations exist
on site, additional studies and actions may be required.
Tectonic’s opinions are based upon information that existed at the time that the work was performed. The
passage of time, man-made or natural events, may alter the site conditions. It is understood that the
Services undertaken allowed Tectonic to form an opinion of the actual conditions of the site at the time the
site was visited and cannot be used to assess the effect of any subsequent changes in the quality of the
site, or its surroundings, or any laws or regulations.
Any assessments made in the preparation of this document are based on the conditions indicated from
published sources and the findings of the investigation described. Actual subsurface conditions may differ
from those indicated in the document (e.g. between boreholes or test pits). No warranty is included, either
express or implied, that the actual conditions will conform exactly to the assessments contained in this
document.
Where data supplied by the client or other external sources, including previous site investigation data, have
been used, it has been assumed that the information is correct unless otherwise stated. No responsibility is
accepted by Tectonic for incomplete or inaccurate data supplied by others.
This document is provided for the sole use by the Client and its professional advisers. No responsibility
whatsoever for the contents of this document will be accepted to any person other than the Client. Any use
which a third party makes of this document, or any reliance on or decisions to be made based on it, is the
responsibility of such third parties. Tectonic accepts no responsibility for damages, if any, suffered by any
third party as a result of decisions made or actions based on this document.
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APPROVED PLAN
RAL21/0003
NOOSA COUNCIL
30 APRIL 2021
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J000669
ECOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT REPORT v1
LOT 2 ON RP131369
108 BLACK MOUNTAIN RANGE ROAD
BLACK MOUNTAIN
FOR
TOTAL CONCEPT HOMES
JANUARY 2021
PO Box 9566 Pacific Paradise QLD 4564
ABN 60 625 108 625
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DOCUMENT CONTROL TABLE
Document: Ecological Assessment Report
Client: Total Concept Homes
Project Number: J000669
Project: Reconfiguring a Lot (1 into 2)
Site: Lot 2 on RP131369
108 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain
File Ref: C:\CLIENTS\TOTAL CONCEPT HOMES – 108 BLACK MOUNTAIN
RANGE RD\04_REPORTING\EAR\Ecological Assessment Report v1 – 108
Black Mountain Range Rd, Black Mountain.docx
Version Date Distribution Author/s Approved
1 14/01/2021 John Gillespie - Cadcon N. Willis (B. Sc., Dip. Joshua Lee (B. Sc. AES) –
CLM., mAABR) – Director / Principal
Tim English – Total Principal Ecologist Environmental Scientist
Concept Homes
DISCLAIMER
To the extent permitted by law, North Coast Environmental Services (including its employees, partners and consultants)
excludes all liability to any person for any consequences, including but not limited to all losses, damages, costs, expenses,
and any other compensation, arising directly or indirectly, from using this publication (in part or whole) and any information
or material contained in it.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
North Coast Environmental Services have been commissioned to prepare an Ecological Assessment
Report for land formally described as Lot 2 on RP131369 located at 108 Black Mountain Range
Road, Black Mountain The report was requested to identify the environmental values of the site and
assess the impacts of a proposed reconfiguration of lot development application related to the site.
The outcomes of the environmental investigations identified the following:
· The site supports local and State level biodiversity values.
· Areas within the site are mapped within the Noosa Plan 2020 Biodiversity, waterways, and
wetlands overlay map as containing the following overlays:
o Areas of Biodiversity Significance;
o MSES Environmental Values;
o Waterways;
o MSES Regulated Vegetation – intersecting a watercourse;
o MSES Regulated Vegetation – Category R GBR riverine; and
o Riparian Buffer Area.
· Two vegetation communities were observed within the site:
o Vegetation Community 1 (VC1) – Regrowth notophyll vine forest; and
o Vegetation Community 2 (VC2) – Open pasture with low density trees.
The application has been assessed against several assessment frameworks and determined to be
compliant as follows:
· The Noosa Plan 2020, Overlay Code 8.2.2 Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay
Code – Compliant subject to Councils acceptance of minor impacts to planted vegetation
within the mapped Area of Biodiversity Significance and MSES Regulated Vegetation
(Category R GBR Riverine) overlay and the mitigation strategies proposed to mitigate against
these impacts.
· Nature Conservation Act 1992 – Compliant.
· Vegetation Management Act 1999 and the associated State Code 16: Native Vegetation
Clearing – Compliant - No referral required.
· Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 - Schedule 11, Part 2 of the Planning
Regulation 2017 – Proposed development complies with the Assessment Benchmarks.
· Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 – Generally compliant. No
significant impacts anticipated to threatened flora of fauna species or threatened ecologically
communities.
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Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY .............................................................................................................................. ii
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Background.......................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Development Proposal ...................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Site Description .................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Topography .......................................................................................................................... 6
2 SURVEY METHODOLOGY ............................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Desktop Assessment ........................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Field Survey........................................................................................................................... 7
3 DESKTOP ASSESSMENT RESULTS ..................................................................................................... 8
3.1 General ................................................................................................................................. 8
3.2 The Noosa Shire Council Planning Scheme (The Noosa Plan) 2020......................... 8
3.2.1 Zone Precinct Mapping ................................................................................................. 8
3.2.2 Biodiversity, Waterways, and Wetlands Overlay Mapping..................................... 9
3.3 The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy’s Regulated
Vegetation Management Supporting Map ................................................................................. 9
3.4 South East Queensland Koala Conservation Strategy - Koala habitat mapping10
3.5 Wildlife Online database ................................................................................................. 10
3.6 Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map.................................................................. 11
3.7 Queensland Waterways for Waterway Barrier Works GIS Layer ............................. 11
3.8 EPBC Act Protected Matters Search Tool .................................................................... 12
3.9 Surrounding Habitat and Connectivity ........................................................................ 12
4 FIELD SURVEY RESULTS ................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 General ............................................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Conservation Significant Flora Species ........................................................................ 14
4.3 Vegetation Communities ................................................................................................ 14
4.3.1 Vegetation Community 1 – Regrowth Notophyll Vine Forest............................... 16
4.3.2 Vegetation Community 2 – Open pasture with low density trees ...................... 16
4.4 Fauna .................................................................................................................................. 17
4.4.1 Fauna Habitat Values ................................................................................................... 17
4.4.2 Habitat for Previously Recorded Conservation Significant Fauna ...................... 18
5 DEVELOPMENT IMPACTS AND MITIGATION .............................................................................. 19
5.1 Flora and Vegetation Communities ............................................................................. 19
5.1.1 Impacts ............................................................................................................................ 19
5.1.2 Mitigation Measures ...................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Fauna .................................................................................................................................. 21
5.2.1 Impacts ............................................................................................................................ 21
5.2.2 Mitigation Measures ...................................................................................................... 21
6 LEGISLATION AND OVERLAYS ..................................................................................................... 22
6.1 Local Government ........................................................................................................... 22
6.1.1 Noosa Council Planning Scheme 2020 – Biodiversity Overlay ............................. 22
6.2 State Government ............................................................................................................ 27
6.2.1 DNRME Remnant Regional Ecosystems .................................................................... 27
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6.2.2 Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 and SDAP State Code
25 Development in South East Queensland koala habitat areas ...................................... 27
6.2.3 Nature Conservation Act 1992 ................................................................................... 28
6.3 Commonwealth Government ....................................................................................... 28
7 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS ............................................................................. 29
7.1 Conclusion.......................................................................................................................... 29
7.2 Recommendations ........................................................................................................... 29
8 REFERENCES.................................................................................................................................... 30
APPENDIX 1 – DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION DRAWINGS .............................................................. 31
APPENDIX 2 – DESKTOP SEARCH RESULTS ......................................................................................... 32
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background
North Coast Environmental Services have been commissioned to prepare an Ecological Assessment
Report for land formally described as Lot 2 on RP131369 located at 108 Black Mountain Range
Road, Black Mountain (referred to herein as ‘the site’). The report was requested to identify the
environmental values of the site and to determine the suitability of a reconfiguration of lot
development application related to the site. The scope of works addressed in this report comprises:
· A desktop assessment of the potential ecological planning constraints acting on the site;
· A site inspection to ‘ground truth’ the results of the desktop findings;
· A flora and fauna habitat survey of the site;
· A discussion of the likely impacts of the proposed development on the ecological resources
identified through the desktop and field investigations;
· Analysis of compliance with relevant government environmental assessment frameworks
identified through the desktop assessment process; and
· Identification of suitable mitigation measures to minimise the environmental impacts of the
proposed development and to assist in securing relevant development permits.
1.2 Development Proposal
The applicant is seeking approval to subdivide an existing 5.98ha rural residential allotment into two
new rural residential allotments. Lot 2 is proposed to occupy 1.597ha within the north-west of the
site, and Lot 1 will include the existing dwelling and the remaining 4.38ha within the site. Access is
proposed via a shared access driveway connecting to Black Mountain Range Road.
The Plan of Development is included as Appendix 1.
1.3 Site Description
The site covers 5.98ha and is flanked by Black Mountain Range Road on the western boundary. The
site is located within a rural residential landscape which is characterised by residential dwellings,
vegetated areas, amenity plantings, areas of open pasture and hobby farms.
The eastern extent of the site is dominated by regrowth vegetation with regrowth vegetation also
present within the north-west corner of the site. A residential dwelling and associated shed exist with
the south-western corner of the site, located within an area of maintained grass with scattered trees.
Plate 2 depicts the site’s position in the landscape and the extent of existing development.
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Plate 1 – Site Conditions (Source: Nearmap)
1.4 Topography
The site exhibits mixed aspect and topography, however, is dominated by the predominantly east-
west aligned broad ridgeline which traverses the site. Moderate slopes decline from the ridge line
and descend to ephemeral drainage lines contained within gullies. The site reaches a topographic
high of approximately 193 AHD on the western boundary and declines towards the south-east corner
of the site to a topographic low of approximately 145 AHD. The site exhibits slopes of approximately
5-15 degrees across the varying topography.
Plate 2 depicts topography conditions within and adjacent to the site.
Plate 2 – Site Topography (Source: NC Intramaps)
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2 SURVEY METHODOLOGY
2.1 Desktop Assessment
The desktop assessment comprised an investigation of the previously mapped and recorded
vegetation communities and species, as well as vegetation communities and species which have
the potential to be present. The following resources were accessed during the desktop assessment:
· The Noosa Plan 2020 Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay;
· The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy’s (DNRME) Vegetation
Management Supporting Map;
· The Department of Environment and Science’s Koala priority area and koala habitat area
Map;
· The Department of Environment and Science’s (DES) Wildlife Online database;
· The DES Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Area mapping;
· The Queensland Waterways for Waterway Barrier Works mapping; and
· The Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment’s Environment
Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) Protected Matters Search
Tool.
2.2 Field Survey
A field survey was undertaken on 11 December 2020 to verify the composition and extent of native
plant species, vegetation communities and fauna habitat within the site. The field survey
methodology comprised a walking meander through the various vegetation communities within the
site whilst observations were made of the in-situ vegetation species and habitat elements including
adjoining vegetation communities and specific habitat features such as nests and tree hollows. The
survey included a targeted search for the presence of any flora species listed under the Nature
Conservation Act 1992 (NC Act) and/or the EPBC Act.
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3 DESKTOP ASSESSMENT RESULTS
3.1 General
The following sections detail the results of the desktop assessment undertaken for the site. A copy
of the desktop search results is contained within Appendix 2.
3.2 The Noosa Shire Council Planning Scheme (The Noosa Plan) 2020
3.2.1 Zone Precinct Mapping
The Noosa Plan 2020 Zone mapping indicates that the site is located within the ‘Rural Residential’
zone (refer to Plate 3).
Plate 3 – Noosa Plan 2020 (Source: NSC Intramaps)
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3.2.2 Biodiversity, Waterways, and Wetlands Overlay Mapping
The Biodiversity overlay mapping layer of The Noosa Plan 2020 depicts the following overlays on
the site (refer to Plate 4):
· Area of Biodiversity Significance;
· MSES Environmental Values;
· Waterways;
· MSES Regulated Vegetation – intersecting a watercourse;
· MSES Regulated Vegetation – Category R GBR riverine; and
· Riparian Buffer Area.
Plate 4 – Noosa Plan 2020 – Biodiversity, Waterways, and Wetlands Overlay mapping (Source: NSC Intramaps)
3.3 The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy’s Regulated Vegetation
Management Supporting Map
The Department of Natural Resources, Mines and Energy’s Vegetation Management Supporting
Map identifies that Category C and Category R regulated vegetation is mapped within the site (refer
to Plate 5). The regrowth vegetation contains Regional Ecosystem (RE) 12.11.10 which is described
as ‘least concern’ - Notophyll vine forest +/- Araucaria cunninghamii on metamorphics +/-
interbedded volcanics, and RE 12.11.2 which is described as ‘least concern’ - Eucalyptus saligna
subsp. saligna or E. grandis, E. microcorys, Lophostemon confertus tall open forest on
metamorphics +/- interbedded volcanics
The regulated vegetation is also mapped as containing essential habitat for the following species:
· Triunia robusta - listed as ‘endangered’ under the NC Act; and
· Phascolarctos cinereus (koala) - listed as ‘vulnerable’ under the NC Act and the EPBC Act.
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Plate 5 – Vegetation Management Supporting Map (Source: Queensland Globe)
3.4 South East Queensland Koala Conservation Strategy - Koala habitat mapping
The SEQ Koala Conservation Strategy - Koala Habitat Mapping identifies that the site is located
within a Koala Priority Area and contains Core Koala Habitat (refer to Plate 6).
Plate 6 – DES Koala Habitat Area mapping
3.5 Wildlife Online database
The Wildlife Online database was queried in December 2020 using a 2km search radius. The
database identifies 218 previously recorded flora and fauna species within a 2km radius of the site,
comprised of the following:
· 11 amphibian species;
· 64 bird species;
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· 9 mammal species;
· 1 fish species;
· 2 reptile species; and
· 130 flora species.
The following conservation significant flora and fauna species have been recorded within the 2km
search extent:
Flora
· Symplocos harroldii (hairy hazelwood) – listed as ‘Near Threatened’ under the NC Act; and
· Triunia robusta – listed as ‘endangered’ under the NC Act and the EPBC Act.
Fauna
· Calyptorhynchus lathami lathami (glossy black-cockatoo (eastern)) – listed as ‘vulnerable’
under the NC Act;
· Adelotus brevis (tusked frog) – listed as ‘vulnerable’ under the NC Act; and
· Phascolarctos cinereus (koala) – listed as ‘vulnerable’ under the NC Act and the EPBC Act.
3.6 Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map
The Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map identifies that the vegetated areas within the east of
the site are located within a ‘high risk area’ prescribed under the Nature Conservation (Plants)
Regulation 2020 (refer to Plate 7).
Plate 7 – Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map
3.7 Queensland Waterways for Waterway Barrier Works GIS Layer
The Queensland Waterways for Waterway Barrier Works GIS layer indicates that the site does not
contain mapped waterways (refer to Plate 8).
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Plate 8 – Queensland Waterways for Waterway Barrier Works GIS layer
3.8 EPBC Act Protected Matters Search Tool
The EPBC Act Protected Matters Search Result identified that the following Matters of National
Environmental Significance (MNES) have the potential to be present within a 2km radius of the site:
· The ‘critically endangered’ Lowland Rainforest of Subtropical Australia TEC;
· 15 listed migratory species;
· 13 listed threatened flora; and
· 28 listed threatened fauna species.
The EPBC Protected Matters Search uses bio-climatic modelling to predict where protected matters
may be present in an area and therefore does not necessarily indicate the actual recorded presence
of protected matters.
3.9 Surrounding Habitat and Connectivity
Aerial imagery was reviewed to assess the extent of vegetation/habitat surrounding the site which
has the potential to facilitate dispersal opportunities for flora and terrestrial fauna species (refer to
Plate 9).
The surrounding landscape contains a mosaic of cleared pastureland and vegetated corridors. The
vegetation within the site exhibits direct connectivity with adjoining vegetation contained within
neighboring allotments which provide east-west movement of fauna through the local landscape.
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Plate 9 – Surrounding habitat and connectivity (Image source: Queensland Globe)
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4 FIELD SURVEY RESULTS
4.1 General
The following sections detail the findings of the field survey undertaken on 11 December 2020, as
per the methodology described in Section 2.2.
4.2 Conservation Significant Flora Species
No species listed under the NC Act or the EPBC Act were observed within the site. All species
observed were listed as Least Concern under the NC Act and were observed to be common
throughout the local landscape.
4.3 Vegetation Communities
Two vegetation communities were observed within the site:
· Vegetation Community 1 (VC1) – Regrowth notophyll vineforest; and
· Vegetation Community 2 (VC2) – Open pasture with low density trees.
The distribution of the vegetation within the assessment area is shown in Figure 1 with a description
of the vegetation communities presented thereafter.
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4.3.1 Vegetation Community 1 – Regrowth Notophyll Vine Forest
Vegetation Community 1 (VC1) is present within the north-west and eastern extent of the site. The
vegetation generally consists of early phase regrowth and has attained an average height of <20m.
The canopy is dominated by Acacia melanoxylon (black wattle), Commersonia bartramia (brown
kurrajong), Flindersia schottiana (bumpy ash) and Alphitonia excelsa (red ash). Crown cover
percentage is approximately 60% with the majority of canopy trees attaining an average diameter at
breast height (DBH) of approximately 150-200mm.
The mid-storey is mid-dense and contains sub-adult canopy species and additional species such as
Litsea leefeana (brown bolly gum), Guioa semiglauca (native quince), Acacia disparrima (hickory
wattle), Ficus fraseri (sandpaper fig) and the invasive species Cinnamomum camphora (Camphor
laurel). The understorey is highly degraded and dominated by the invasive species Lantana camara
(lantana).
VC1 is akin to a regrowth community containing ‘least concern’ Regional Ecosystem (RE) 12.11.10
which is described as Notophyll vine forest +/- Araucaria cunninghamii on metamorphics +/-
interbedded volcanics. Plate 10 depicts typical vegetation within VC1.
Plate 10 – VC1 – Regrowth notophyll vine forest
4.3.2 Vegetation Community 2 – Open pasture with low density trees
Vegetation Community 2 (VC2) dominates the central extent of the site flanking the proposed new
building envelope. This vegetation community is characterised by periodically slashed pasture grass
with low density woody vegetation. Plate 11 depicts typical vegetation within VC2.
Plate 11 – VC2 – Open pasture with low density trees
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4.4 Fauna
4.4.1 Fauna Habitat Values
The observed habitat within the site includes regrowth vineforest, open pasture, ephemeral drainage
lines and several dams, all of which exhibit potential to provide suitable habitat for numerous fauna
species.
A specific fauna survey of the site was not undertaken as part of the scope of works and would be
required to confirm the specific fauna species utilising the site’s habitat. Nonetheless, inferences
about the composition of the local fauna assemblage can be drawn from local knowledge, site
conditions and database search results.
The site contains a variety of fauna habitat types and exhibits direct connectivity with offsite
vegetation which flank gullies and drainage lines. The site offers fauna species the following habitat
opportunities:
· Open canopy and mid-canopy nesting sites and perches which may be used by birds and
arboreal mammals;
· Vine forest vegetation assemblages with provide numerous food sources for a range of native
species;
· Flower pollen from the mix of canopy and mid-strata species may provide a food source for
nectivorous species including possums, gliders, flying foxes and birds;
· Sun exposed areas below canopy gaps and on forest fringes may be suitable habitat for
exothermic reptiles such as snakes, skinks, small lizards and possibly larger reptiles such as
lace monitors;
· Areas of light to heavy leaf litter have the potential to host small reptiles, amphibious species
and may provide breeding opportunities for brush turkeys;
· Ephemeral drainage lines and permanent dams which provide suitable habitat for aquatic
and amphibian species; and
· Grass and sedge groundcovers (native and exotic) have the potential to provide shelter and
movement pathways for small terrestrial mammals as well as foraging and resting areas for
larger macropods.
No conservation significant fauna species were incidentally observed during the site investigation.
The site does not support estuarine areas hence is unlikely to host suitable habitat for wetland
migratory bird species.
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4.4.2 Habitat for Previously Recorded Conservation Significant Fauna
Table 1 identifies the conservation significant fauna species which have been previously recorded
within a 2km radius of the site on Wildlife Online.
Table 1 – Habitat value for previously recorded conservation significant fauna species
Previously Recorded Preferred Habitat Habitat Value within the Site
Fauna Species
Calyptorhynchus lathami This species prefers woodland No Allocasuarina food trees or large
lathami (glossy black- areas dominated by Allocasuarina, arboreal hollows were observed
cockatoo (eastern)) – listed or open sclerophyll forests and within the site.
as ‘vulnerable’ under the woodlands with a stratum of
NC Act Allocasuarina beneath Eucalyptus,
Corymbia or Angophora (Glossy
Black Conservancy 2010).
Adelotus brevis (tusked Inhabits wet eucalypt forest, Potential to occur within the dams and
frog) – listed as ‘vulnerable’ rainforest, and sometimes dry drainage lines although no individuals
under the NC Act eucalypt forest, where it can be were heard calling during the site
found in close proximity to suitable investigations.
breeding habitat such as ponds and
slow-moving sections of streams).
Also recorded from dams and
garden ponds in urban and peri-
urban areas (Queensland
Government 2019).
Phascolarctos cinereus Forest and woodlands with a No koala food trees were observed
(koala) – listed as dominance of koala food trees. within the site.
‘vulnerable’ under the NC
Act and the EPBC Act
The field investigations did not incidentally identify the presence of any conservation significant fauna
species previously recorded on Wildlife Online and identified in Table 1.
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5.2 Fauna
5.2.1 Impacts
The proposed development will necessitate a very small amount of impact to fauna habitat in the
context of the site and the habitat available in the local landscape. Individual tree species potentially
impacted by the upgrade of the access driveway have limited habitat potential for fauna species
hence the impacts to fauna species are expected to be low.
The impacts to fauna species primarily relate to the following:
· Removal of individual tree species occurring within proximity to the proposed access
driveway;
· Potential injury or death of individual fauna species during vegetation clearing; and
· Site intensification which has the potential to increase long term impacts to fauna associated
with introduction of domestic pets, reduced nocturnal habitat/foraging suitability via
introduction of artificial lighting of external buildings environs.
5.2.2 Mitigation Measures
The impact of the proposed clearing to fauna is proposed to be mitigated/minimised by:
· The presence of a suitably licensed and experienced fauna spotter catcher on site during any
individual tree clearing.
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TABLE 2 – BIODIVERSITY, WATERWAYS AND WETLANDS OVERLAY CODE TABLE 8.2.2.3- CRITERIA FOR ASSESSABLE DEVELOPMENT
PERFORMANCE OUTCOMES ACCEPTABLE OUTCOMES PROPOSAL COMPLIANCE SUMMARY
Ecologically Important Areas
PO1 AO1.1 AO1.1
Development is sited and designed to protect the physical and Ecologically important areas are conserved or improved to ensure their ongoing contribution VC1 (regrowth notophyll vine forest) as spatially defined in Figure 1, is
ecological integrity and biodiversity of ecologically important areas to the natural resources and biological diversity of Noosa Shire. considered an ecologically important area. The full extent of VC1 is proposed
through protection of: to be retained within conservation covenants. These measures are intended to
a) existing habitat areas and ecological linkages; and AND protect the ecological function of VC1 in perpetuity therefore ensuring this area
b) existing riparian vegetation, waterways and wetland habitat maintains an ongoing contribution to the natural resources and biological
values AO1.2 diversity of Noosa Shire.
Buildings, structures and associated works are located within existing cleared areas or areas
of lowest ecological value. AO1.2
The proposed Lot 2 BLE has been positioned in a cleared maintained area with
AND scattered native trees (VC2).
AO1.3 AO1.3
Where constructing a dwelling house or community residence, buildings and associated The proposed Lot 2 BLE is not located on land identified as an area of
structures are not located on land identified as an area of biodiversity significance on a biodiversity significance on the Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay
Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map. Map (refer to Figure 2).
or
Clearing vegetation (other than for a driveway access) does not extend beyond—
· 30 metres of a habitable building or 10 metres of a class 10 structure on lots greater
than 10 hectares; or
· 10 metres of a habitable building or class 10 structure on lots 10 hectares or less but
more than 3,000m2; or
· 3 metres of a habitable building or class 10 structure on lots 3,000m2 or less.
AND A01.4 The proposed new internal allotment boundary intersects the mapped
Area of Biodiversity Significance and MSES Regulated Vegetation (Category R
AO1.4 GBR Riverine) overlay. New exempt boundary clearing rights to 10m width
Clearing of vegetation for a boundary fence does not extend beyond 5 metres either side of either side of the boundary will be introduced. However, the vegetation within
the fence. this area consists of planted ornamental species of both native and exotic origin
and are not representative of an ecologically important area. No new
boundaries are proposed within the field validated extent of the regrowth
notophyll vine forest (VC1) which is an ecologically important area.
Reconfiguring of a lot
PO2 AO2 A02
New lots are only created if they maintain ecological linkages and Where clearing vegetation for the purpose of Reconfiguring a Lot— a) The proposed new internal allotment boundary has been located external of
minimise the clearing of vegetation. a) new boundaries to lots do not transect and fragment existing native vegetation; all areas of field validated regrowth notophyll vine forest (VC1) which is
b) new lots are created to allow for suitable building envelopes for future buildings and representative of an ecologically important area.
works to be located within existing cleared areas or areas of low ecological value; b) The proposed BLE is located within an existing cleared area of low ecological
c) building envelopes are designated for each lot; and value.
d) ecological linkages and ecologically important areas are secured by environmental c) A building envelope has been nominated within Lot 2.
covenant or transferred to public ownership or through gazettal of a nature reserve. d) The identified ecologically important areas on the site are proposed to be
secured within conservation covenants.
Management of Impacts
PO3 AO3.1 AO3.1 – Clearing of vegetation cannot be practicably avoided however has
Development is designed and sited to manage adverse impacts on Where clearing of vegetation cannot be practicably avoided, the development: been highly minimised. The development:
ecologically important areas by: a) ensures the design and siting limits the loss of vegetation to the smallest extent a) locates the Lot 2 BLE in a cleared area and the proposed new boundary does
a) minimising the total footprint within which all activities, buildings, possible; not transect an ecologically important area. A small number of planted
structures driveways and other works are contained; b) protects and retains ecological values and ecosystem processes to the greatest ornamental trees are likely to require removal to construct the access driveway.
b) locating development in existing cleared areas or areas of low extent possible within and adjacent to the site; There is not alternative site to locate the access driveway which would reduce
ecological value over other areas to the greatest extent possible; and c) provides measures to allow for safe movement of fauna through the site; and the amount of vegetation required to be cleared.
c) incorporating siting and design measures to protect and retain d) provides suitable habitat replacement and replanting in accordance with PSP3 b) The identified ecologically important areas on the site are proposed to be
ecological values and ecosystem processes within or adjacent to the Ecological Assessment Guidelines. secured within conservation covenants.
development site; and c) The proposed development will not impact or impede fauna movement
d) where adverse impacts have been minimised, any residual through the site.
impacts on ecological values are compensated for through suitable d) Only a small amount of low value habitat removal is required as part of the
habitat replacement and replanting on site in the first instance or in a development. It is considered that protection of the better quality habitat
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way that results in a net gain and enhancement of the overall habitat contained within the regrowth vineforest will more than mitigate against the
values of Noosa Shire. minor impacts proposed.
AO3.2
Habitat trees, recruitment habitat trees, and roosting, breeding and feeding areas are AO3.2 – No significant habitat trees for native fauna were identified within the
protected for native fauna habitat. site.
PO4 AO4.1 AO4.1 - A Vegetation Management Plan that details, as a minimum, the
Development provides for effective measures during construction Vegetation is protected from disturbance or damage from construction and operation protection measures listed in AO4.1 should be produced by the applicant for
and operation to protect ecological values including: activities by: the future Operational Works application and can be conditioned by Council
a) avoiding disturbance to or clearing of vegetation in and within the a) clearly marking trees to be retained with flagging tape; with an RoL approval.
vicinity of the site; b) installing protective fencing around the dripline of the vegetation and avoid filling
b) managing habitat disturbance and physical harm to fauna from and excavating in these fenced areas;
noise, vibration, dust, light, dewatering or excavating; and c) ensuring stockpiling, storage and vehicle parking occurs outside the identified
c) avoiding clearing in areas where erosion or slippage could occur. vegetation areas; and
d) using low impact construction techniques around vegetation.
AO4.2 AO4.2 – All existing regrowth vegetation within the site will continue to form a
Vegetation which is capable of forming or contributing to a buffer between different land buffer between the site and adjacent land uses.
uses or a buffer against pollution, light spillage or noise is retained.
AO4.3
Lighting associated with development: AO4.3 - Lighting associated with development shall comply with AO4.3 and can
a) does not contribute an unacceptable level of illuminance (greater than 1 lux) for light be conditioned with an approval.
sensitive species within or at the boundary of an ecologically important area; and
b) does not contribute to an unacceptable level of illuminance on landward horizons b) N/A
along coastal areas and known marine turtle nesting beaches.
AO4.4 AO4.4 – A small amount of vegetation is to be cleared to construct the upgraded
Clearing of vegetation does not involve clearing that may cause or contribute to hillslope access driveway. It is not anticipated that removal of this vegetation is likely to
erosion, bank erosion, or slippage. cause or contribute to hillslope erosion, bank erosion, or slippage as the civil
engineering works have been designed to prevent erosion without the reliance
on vegetation.
Connectivity
PO5 AO5 The development does not propose any significant volume of vegetation
Development is designed and operated to maintain and enhance Development is designed and operated to maintain ecological linkages and maximise clearing. The small amount of vegetation impacted as a result of the driveway
connectivity between and across ecologically important areas and opportunity for connectivity and the movement of fauna by: upgrade will be considered minor in the context of the retained extent of
connecting habitat and support unimpeded and safe movement of a) ensuring protection of wildlife refuges; vegetation within the site and the surrounding landscape. The development will
terrestrial and aquatic fauna. b) maintaining vegetation in patches of the greatest possible size and within the not clear ecologically important areas and therefore will maintain connectivity
smallest possible edge-to-area ratio; between and across ecologically important areas and connecting habitat and
c) enhancing connectivity through planting and rehabilitation works, including across support unimpeded and safe movement of terrestrial and aquatic fauna.
property boundaries, to areas of national park, state forest or reserve;
d) avoiding the creation of physical barriers and safety hazards (such as roads,
pedestrian access and instream structures) along and within the ecological linkage;
e) providing mitigation measures such as wildlife movement infrastructure, fauna
exclusion and directional fencing, underpasses/overpasses and traffic calming
devices, signage and lighting; and
f) where offsets are necessary, delivering offsets that support and enhance ecological
linkages.
Waterways and Wetlands
PO6 AO6.1 AO6.1 The development does not represent potential to clear vegetation within
The biodiversity and ecosystem values of waterways, drainage lines, Development and clearing of vegetation does not occur within: the following:
wetlands and adjacent riparian zones are protected by: a) a riparian buffer area; a) a riparian buffer area;
a) avoiding any new development in a riparian buffer area and b) a wetland area; or b) a wetland area; or
wetland area; c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of other waterways identified on a c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of other waterways identified
b) retaining aquatic and terrestrial habitat in riparian zones; Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map. on a Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map.
c) maintaining and enhancing wildlife corridors and connectivity
along watercourses and drainage lines for native fauna AO6.2
movement; Development provides for the rehabilitation of land within: AO6.2 – Compliance with AO6.2 can be set as a condition of approval.
d) avoiding edge effects and damage from adjacent land uses; a) a riparian buffer area;
e) maintaining stream integrity and bank stability by minimising b) a wetland area; and
bank erosion and slumping; c) 10 metres either side of the centre line of any other waterway identified on a
f) maintaining water quality through filtering sediments, Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay Map.
nutrients and other pollutants; and
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g) removing pest species and replacing them with local native AO6.3
species. Recreational facilities (e.g. playgrounds, pergolas, barbeques) are setback a minimum of 10 AO6.3 N/A. No public recreational facilities are proposed.
metres from the top of the bank of a waterway.
Editor’s Note—Setbacks to waterways for certain uses and works are also specified in the
relevant codes.
Editor's Note—Wetland areas are identified on the Queensland Wetland Program mapping
Editor’s Note – Any clearing of vegetation also needs to meet the outcomes of the
Earthworks Code and the Water Quality and Drainage Code.
PO7 No acceptable outcome provided. N/A
Vegetation within 400 metres of the full ponded water within Lake
Macdonald is retained.
PO8 AO8.1 AO8.1
Development on land adjacent to a waterway or wetland maintains Development adjacent to a waterway or wetland provides that: a) The extent of Lot 2 is located external of the riparian buffer area and dense
appropriate extent of public access to waterways and wetlands and a) no new lots directly back onto a riparian buffer area; and VC1 regrowth notophyll vine forest separates the BLE on Lot 2 from the riparian
minimises edge effects. b) new public roads are located between a riparian buffer area or riparian zone and buffer area located offsite to the north and onsite to the east.
the proposed development area. b) No new public roads are proposed.
Surface and ground water hydrology
PO9 AO9.1 The development is not proposing activities which are likely to affect natural
Development ensures that the natural surface water and ground Development does not impact on the natural surface water or groundwater hydrologic surface water or groundwater hydrologic regimes.
water hydrologic regimes of waterways, wetlands and hydrologically- regimes and this is facilitated by:
sensitive plant communities are not adversely impacted. a) avoiding or minimising channelization, redirection or interruption of flow;
b) avoiding groundwater extraction;
Editor's Note—Groundwater dependent ecosystems are identified on c) maintaining groundwater recharge and discharge processes;
Queensland Government Wetland Info mapping. d) maintaining natural groundwater fluctuations;
e) avoiding causing ingress of saline water into freshwater aquifers of wetlands; and
f) avoiding contaminants entering groundwater (e.g. from runoff, effluent disposal).
Rehabilitation of ecologically important areas
PO10 AO10.1 AO10.1 - Site landscaping and ecological rehabilitation are proposed to
Development provides for ecologically important areas to be restored Landscaping and rehabilitation complements and supports ecologically important areas by: comply with AO10.1 as demonstrated in a Covenant Area Management Plan
and enhanced through: a) utilising local native species; to be prepared for the application at OPW stage.
a) designing landscaped areas to complement and enhance b) utilising suitable plant species identified in PSP2 Landscaping;
existing vegetation and ecological linkages; c) restoring degraded ecosystems to achieve a functional ecosystem state that
b) removing species likely to displace native flora species or requires minimal human intervention;
degrade fauna habitat; d) replicating adjacent remnant habitats of the same type, including the understorey
c) replanting and rehabilitating degraded habitat; vegetation;
d) replacing any vegetation removed with suitable local native e) creating or enhancing linkages between existing habitats;
species; f) avoiding the use of pest plant species listed in PSP2 - Landscaping;
e) providing for fauna habitat; and g) planting riparian zones to filter stormwater run-off, stabilise soil and provide for
f) avoiding the planting of pest plant species. wildlife habitat; and
h) providing ground and arboreal structures for fauna, which may include ground
depressions, rocks, hollows, nesting boxes and in-stream habitat.
AO10.2 AO10.2 – Compliance with AO10.2 can be set as a condition of approval.
Vegetation cleared is replaced with: Sufficient cleared and unencumbered land is available within the site to enable
a) plantings of equivalent area that replicate the floristic structure of the vegetation any replacement planting to be accommodated.
removed; or
b) where this is not possible due to the characteristics of the site and the development,
plantings twice the number of the removed trees and plants.
Editor’s Note — Revegetation and rehabilitation works are to be carried out in accordance
with an approved Revegetation and Rehabilitation Management Plan, as referred to in
PSP3 Ecological assessment guidelines.
Koala habitat protection and enhancement
PO11 AO11.1 AO11.1 – No koala habitat occurs within the site. The development does not
Development is designed, constructed and operated to— Development design complies with the Koala Sensitive Design Guideline: A guide to koala generate unacceptable impact on existing koala movement opportunities
a) protect and enhance koalas and koala habitat and avoid sensitive design measures for planning and development activities through the site and between patches of offsite suitable koala habitat.
adverse impacts;
b) provide measures to assist the survival of koala populations
in the area to mitigate any potential threats or risk to koalas;
AO11.2
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c) provide for safe and appropriate koala movement across the Development incorporates revegetation and landscaping that provides food, shelter and AO11.2 – The site does not contain existing suitable koala habitat, however
landscape; and movement opportunities for koalas rehabilitation can incorporate koala habitat trees if required by Council.
d) provide for a net gain in mature and actively regenerating
koala habitat. AO11.3
Development is designed to maximise and enhance connectivity between koala habitat
Editor's Note—Koala habitat mapping is in Schedule 2 Mapping. trees and ensure safe koala movement. AO11.3 – Development has been maximised in the cleared open areas of the
site with any available koala movement opportunities to be maintained via
Editor's Note—The Planning Regulation 2017, schedule 10 states AO11.4 retention of existing vegetated areas.
that development that interferes with koala habitat, in an area that is During construction, measures are incorporated to not increase the risk of death or injury to
both a koala priority area and a koala habitat area, is prohibited koalas, by including koala movement measures, as defined in the Planning Regulation 2017 AO11.4 - A fauna spotter/catcher is recommended to be present during any
development (subject to the exceptions stated in schedule 10 of the future clearing activities to satisfy the duty of care requirements under the
Planning Regulation 2017). Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020. Compliance with AO11.4 can
be set as a condition of approval
Editor's Note- These performance outcomes and acceptable
outcomes apply to:
a) development on land in a koala priority area, where the
development does not interfere with koala habitat and where the
benchmarks are additional to and not inconsistent with, the
assessment benchmarks stated in schedule 11, part 2 of the
Planning Regulations 2017; and
b) development on land outside the koala priority area, where the
development does not interfere with koala habitat in koala habitat
areas.
Bushfire Management
PO12 No acceptable outcome provided A Bushfire Hazard Assessment and Management Plan has been prepared that
Bushfire management measures are adopted based on ecological incorporates the principles of PO12.
principles, which:
a) maintain and enhance biodiversity;
b) minimise threat of fire to the natural environment, as well as
life and property; and
c) provide for effective use and maintenance of buildings and
structures.
Editor's note—The performance outcome applies to properties in
bushfire hazard areas and only where clearing is reasonably
necessary for the control of bushfire risk to a building or structure.
Bushfire hazard areas are shown on Bushfire Hazard Overlay maps
in Schedule 2.
Scenic Amenity
PO13 AO13.1 AO13.1 All vegetation is proposed to be retained as per AO13.1 (where
The scenic amenity and vegetated character of the landscape is Vegetation is retained: applicable).
protected by retaining vegetation: a) on and within 30 metres of prominent ridgelines and on sloping sites;
a) along and around watercourses and drainage lines; b) in gullies;
b) on steep slopes and ridgelines; c) along watercourses and drainage lines;
c) along the major road network; and d) within 10 metres of the major road network; and
d) that forms coastal vistas to and from beaches. e) along the front coastal dune system.
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6.2 State Government
6.2.1 DNRME Remnant Regional Ecosystems
DNRME’s Vegetation Management Supporting Map identifies Category C (High Value Regrowth)
and Category R (Reef Regrowth) regulated vegetation within the site. As no Category B (Remnant
Vegetation) is mapped within the site, the application does not require referral to SARA for
assessment against State Code 16 – Native Vegetation Clearing.
6.2.2 Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 and SDAP State Code 25
Development in South East Queensland koala habitat areas
The removal of Koala Habitat Areas in mapped Koala Priority Areas is prohibited development under
Schedule 10 Part 10 Division 2 of the Planning Regulation 2017.
The site is located within the Koala Priority Area and no direct clearing of the mapped Koala Habitat
Area in the east of the site is proposed. The Lot 2 BLE has been located a minimum of approximately
50m from the mapped Core Koala Habitat Area and the new proposed internal allotment boundary
has been located a minimum of 15m from the mapped Core Koala Habitat Area.
Where a development proposal within a Koala Priority Area does not require the removal of koala
habitat, assessment under Schedule 11, Part 2 of the Planning Regulation 2017 is required.
Table 3 – Assessment benchmarks — Development on premises in koala priority areas not
interfering with koala habitat
Assessment Benchmarks Response
(1) The following matters are assessment The development retains the extent of mapped KHA
benchmarks for the development: on the site and includes a BLE on Lot 2 located
(a) the development provides, on the premises, the approximately 50m from the mapped Koala Habitat
safe koala movement measures necessary to Area to the east of the site hence does not impede
maximise the safe movement of koalas: movement potential within and between the KHA’s
(i) within a koala habitat area on the premises; located to the north and south of the site .
and
(ii) between a koala habitat area on the premises
(the first area) and a koala habitat area or
ecological corridor within 200m of the first area;
(b) either:
(i) each building, structure or works associated
with the development is at least 50m from a koala
habitat area; or
(ii) the development complies with each of the
criteria stated in subsection (2).
(2) For subsection (1)(b)(ii), the criteria are as
(a) No change to the condition of the soil is expected
follows:
to impact Koala Habitat Areas as a result of the
development. The Lot 2 BLE is positioned
(a) any change to the condition of soil as a result
approximately 50m from the nearest KHA
of the development does not adversely affect a
koala habitat area;
Examples of changes to the condition of soil:
• the addition of nutrients to the soil
• the erosion of the soil
• the compaction of the soil
(b) any alteration of hydrological flows as a result (b) The development is not expected to affect
of the development does not adversely affect a hydrological flows present within the site.
koala habitat area;
(c) any landscaping associated with the (c) The development proposal does not include
development that involves planting non-native landscape works. Council can restrict the inclusion of
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Assessment Benchmarks Response
vegetation does not adversely affect a koala non-native plants within landscaping as a condition of
habitat area; approval.
(d) The development proposal is not expected to
(d) the development does not adversely affect a
increase the existing opportunities for weed growth
koala habitat area by resulting in the increased
within the site. The vegetation to be retained is to be
growth or spread of weeds in the koala habitat
placed under conservation covenant and a
area;
rehabilitation plan enacted to reduce weeds within the
site.
(e) a building, structure or works associated with
the development is located to minimise the (e) The Lot 2 BLE is located approximately 50m from
amount of vegetation required to be cleared for the mapped extent of the Koala Habitat Area and
safety purposes. therefore will not introduce new exempt clearing
opportunities into the Koala Habitat Area for safety
Examples of clearing for safety purposes: purposes.
clearing for a fire break or to reduce risks from
falling branches.
6.2.3 Nature Conservation Act 1992
6.2.3.1 Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map
The Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map identifies that the vegetation within the eastern site
extent is mapped as a ‘high risk area’ prescribed under the Nature Conservation (Plants) Regulation
2020). No impacts are proposed to any vegetation within the mapped extent of the high risk area
and therefore an exempt clearing notification and/or clearing permit is not required under the Nature
Conservation Act 1992.
6.2.3.2 Fauna
A fauna spotter/catcher is recommended to be present during any future clearing activities to satisfy
the duty of care requirements under the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020. Where
active breeding habitat for least concern native fauna is observed, the applicant will be required to
comply with DES’s Species Management Program – low risk of impacts. Where active breeding
habitat for Conservation Significant fauna (including Special Least concern animals or colonial
breeding species) is observed, the applicant will be required to prepare and submit a DES compliant
Species Management Program – High risk of impacts for approval prior to clearing commencing.
6.3 Commonwealth Government
No Matters of National Environmental Significance (MNES) were identified during the field
investigation undertaken within the site. Whilst a fauna survey has not been completed the results
of the habitat assessment infers that the threatened fauna species identified in the Protected Matters
Search Report have a low potential to occur within the site due to the limited amount of suitable
habitat and/or a lack of existing records in the locality. Furthermore, the extent of clearing is unlikely
to result in a significant impact to any populations of the listed EPBC fauna species hence a referral
to the Commonwealth government under the EPBC Act is deemed unnecessary at this time.
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7 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
7.1 Conclusion
A desktop and field investigation have been undertaken to determine the environmental values
present within Lot 2 on RP131369, located at 108 Black Mountain Range Road, Black Mountain.
The outcomes of the desktop and field investigations identified the following:
· The site supports local and State level biodiversity values.
· Areas within the site are mapped within the Noosa Plan 2020 Biodiversity, waterways, and
wetlands overlay map as containing the following overlays:
o Areas of Biodiversity Significance;
o MSES Environmental Values;
o Waterways;
o MSES Regulated Vegetation – intersecting a watercourse;
o MSES Regulated Vegetation – Category R GBR riverine; and
o Riparian Buffer Area.
· Two vegetation communities were observed within the site:
o Vegetation Community 1 (VC1) – Regrowth notophyll vine forest; and
o Vegetation Community 2 (VC2) – Open pasture with low density trees.
The application has been assessed against several assessment frameworks and determined to be
compliant as follows:
· The Noosa Plan 2020, Overlay Code 8.2.2 Biodiversity, Waterways and Wetlands Overlay
Code – Compliant subject to Councils acceptance of minor impacts to planted vegetation
within the mapped Area of Biodiversity Significance and MSES Regulated Vegetation
(Category R GBR Riverine) overlay and the mitigation strategies proposed to mitigate against
these impacts.
· Nature Conservation Act 1992 – Compliant.
· Vegetation Management Act 1999 and the associated State Code 16: Native Vegetation
Clearing – Compliant - No referral required.
· Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 - Schedule 11, Part 2 of the Planning
Regulation 2017 – Proposed development complies with the Assessment Benchmarks.
· Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 – Generally compliant. No
significant impacts anticipated to threatened flora of fauna species or threatened ecologically
communities.
7.2 Recommendations
The following recommendations are set to reduce the environmental impact of the proposal:
· A suitably qualified and experienced arborist is engaged to assess the risk to native
vegetation within the mapped Area of Biodiversity Significance and MSES Regulated
Vegetation (Category R GBR Riverine) overlay posed by the proposed driveway upgrade.
Individual trees over 150mm DBH within 15m of the proposed earthworks should be
assessed to satisfy AS4970-2009. Where earthworks occur within Tree Protection Zones, an
arborist supervision and certification must be undertaken;
· A suitably qualified and experienced fauna spotter/catcher is present during any vegetation
clearing; and
· Conservation covenants be registered over the VC1 regrowth notophyll vine forest areas
defined in Figure VC01.
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Reconfiguration of Lot 2 on RP131369 into 2 Lots
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This publication has been compiled by Operations Support, Department of Resources. © State of Queensland, (2020) The Queensland Government supports and encourages the dissemination and exchange of its information. The copyright in this publication is licensed under a Creative Commons - Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY) licence. Under this licence you are free, without having to seek our permission, to use this publication in accordance with the licence terms. You must keep intact the copyright notice and attribute the State of Queensland as the source of the publication. Note: Some content in this publication may have different licence terms as indicated. For more information on this licence, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The Queensland Government shall not be liable for technical or other errors or omissions contained herein. The reader/user accepts all risks and responsibility for losses, damages, costs and other consequences resulting directly or indirectly from using this information. Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 2
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Recent changes
Updated mapping
Updated vegetation mapping was released on 6 April 2020 and includes the most recent Queensland Herbarium scientific
updates to the Regulated Vegetation Management Map, regional ecosystems, wetland, high-value regrowth and essential
habitat mapping.
Improvements to the format of the report were made in July 2020 to more clearly delineate the three regulatory frameworks of
vegetation management, protected plants and koala habitat protection. The Vegetation Management Pre-clear Regional
Ecosystem map was also removed from the Vegetation Management Report but can still be requested as a separate map.
Overview
Based on the lot on plan details you have supplied, this report provides the following detailed information:
Property details - information about the specified Lot on Plan, lot size, local government area, bioregion(s), subregion(s) and
catchment(s);
Vegetation management framework - an explanation of the application of the framework and contact details for the
Department of Resources who administer the framework;
Vegetation management framework details for the specified Lot on Plan including:
• the vegetation management categories on the property;
• the vegetation management regional ecosystems on the property;
• vegetation management watercourses or drainage features on the property;
• vegetation management wetlands on the property;
• vegetation management essential habitat on the property;
• whether any area management plans are associated with the property;
• whether the property is coastal or non-coastal; and
• whether the property is mapped as Agricultural Land Class A or B;
Protected plant framework - an explanation of the application of the framework and contact details for the Department of
Environment and Science who administer the framework, including:
• high risk areas on the protected plant flora survey trigger map for the property;
Koala protection framework - an explanation of the application of the framework and contact details for the Department of
Environment and Science who administer the framework; and
Koala protection framework details for the specified Lot on Plan including:
• the koala district the property is located in;
• koala priority areas on the property;
• core and locally refined koala habitat areas on the property;
• whether the lot is located in an identified koala broad-hectare area; and
• koala habitat regional ecosystems on the property for core koala habitat areas.
This information will assist you to determine your options for managing vegetation under:
- the vegetation management framework, which may include:
• exempt clearing work;
• accepted development vegetation clearing code;
• an area management plan;
• a development approval;
- the protected plant framework, which may include:
• the need to undertake a flora survey;
• exempt clearing;
• a protected plant clearing permit;
- the koala protection framework, which may include:
• exempted development;
• a development approval;
• the need to undertake clearing sequentially and in the presence of a koala spotter.
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Other laws The clearing of native vegetation is regulated by both Queensland and Australian legislation, and some local governments also regulate native vegetation clearing. You may need to obtain an approval or permit under another Act, such as the Commonwealth Government's Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act). Section 8 of this guide provides contact details of other agencies you should confirm requirements with, before commencing vegetation clearing. Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 4
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1.1 Tenure and title area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.2 Property location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2. Vegetation management framework (administered by the Department of Resources (DoR)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 Exempt clearing work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Accepted development vegetation clearing codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.3 Area management plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.4 Development approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.5. Contact information for DoR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
3. Vegetation management framework for Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1 Vegetation categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2 Regional ecosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 Watercourses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.4 Wetlands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.5 Essential habitat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.6 Area Management Plan(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.7 Coastal or non-coastal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.8 Agricultural Land Class A or B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4. Vegetation management framework maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.1 Regulated vegetation management map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.2 Vegetation management supporting map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3 Coastal/non-coastal map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.4 Agricultural Land Class A or B map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5. Protected plants framework (administered by the Department of Environment and Science (DES)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.1 Clearing in high risk areas on the flora survey trigger map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2 Clearing outside high risk areas on the flora survey trigger map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.3 Exemptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.4 Contact information for DES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.5 Protected plants flora survey trigger map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
6. Koala protection framework (administered by the Department of Environment and Science (DES)) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1 Koala mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.2 Koala habitat planning controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.3 Koala Conservation Plan clearing requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.4 Contact information for DES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7. Koala protection framework details for Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.1 Koala districts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
7.2 Koala priority area, koala habitat area and identified koala broad-hectare area map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7.3 Koala habitat regional ecosystems for core koala habitat areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8. Other relevant legislation contacts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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1. Property details 1.1 Tenure and title area All of the lot, plan, tenure and title area information associated with property Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369, are listed in Table 1. Table 1: Lot, plan, tenure and title area information for the property Lot Plan Tenure Property title area (sq metres) 2 RP131369 Freehold 59,843 The tenure of the land may affect whether clearing is considered exempt clearing work or may be carried out under an accepted development vegetation clearing code. 1.2 Property location Table 2 provides a summary of the locations for property Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369, in relation to natural and administrative boundaries. Table 2: Property location details Local Government(s) Noosa Shire Bioregion(s) Subregion(s) Southeast Gympie Block Queensland Catchment(s) Mary Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 6
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2. Vegetation management framework (administered by the Department
of Resources (DoR))
The Vegetation Management Act 1999 (VMA), the Vegetation Management Regulation 2012, the Planning Act 2016 and the
Planning Regulation 2017, in conjunction with associated policies and codes, form the Vegetation Management Framework.
The VMA does not apply to all land tenures or vegetation types. State forests, national parks, forest reserves and some
tenures under the Forestry Act 1959 and Nature Conservation Act 1992 are not regulated by the VMA. Managing or clearing
vegetation on these tenures may require approvals under these laws.
The following native vegetation is not regulated under the VMA but may require permit(s) under other laws:
• grass or non-woody herbage;
• a plant within a grassland regional ecosystem prescribed under Schedule 5 of the Vegetation Management
Regulation 2012; and
• a mangrove.
2.1 Exempt clearing work
Exempt clearing work is an activity for which you do not need to notify DoR or obtain an approval under the vegetation
management framework. Exempt clearing work was previously known as exemptions.
In areas that are mapped as Category X (white in colour) on the regulated vegetation management map (see section 4.1),
and where the land tenure is freehold, indigenous land and leasehold land for agriculture and grazing purposes, the clearing
of vegetation is considered exempt clearing work and does not require notification or development approval under the
vegetation management framework. For all other land tenures, contact DoR before commencing clearing to ensure that the
proposed activity is exempt clearing work.
A range of routine property management activities are considered exempt clearing work. A list of exempt clearing work is
available at
https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/vegetation/exemptions/.
Exempt clearing work may be affected if the proposed clearing area is subject to development approval conditions, a
covenant, an environmental offset, an exchange area, a restoration notice, or an area mapped as Category A. Exempt
clearing work may require approval under other Commonwealth, State or Local Government laws, or local government
planning schemes. Contact DoR prior to clearing in any of these areas.
2.2 Accepted development vegetation clearing codes
Some clearing activities can be undertaken under an accepted development vegetation clearing code. The codes can be
downloaded at
https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/vegetation/codes/
If you intend to clear vegetation under an accepted development vegetation clearing code, you must notify DoR before
commencing. The information in this report will assist you to complete the online notification form.
You can complete the online form at
https://apps.dnrm.qld.gov.au/vegetation/
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2.3 Area management plans Area Management Plans (AMP) provide an alternative approval system for vegetation clearing under the vegetation management framework. They list the purposes and clearing conditions that have been approved for the areas covered by the plan. It is not necessary to use an AMP, even when an AMP applies to your property. On 8 March 2020, AMPs ended for fodder harvesting, managing thickened vegetation and managing encroachment. New notifications cannot be made for these AMPs. You will need to consider options for fodder harvesting, managing thickened vegetation or encroachment under a relevant accepted development vegetation clearing code or apply for a development approval. New notifications can be made for all other AMPs. These will continue to apply until their nominated end date. If an Area Management Plan applies to your property for which you can make a new notification, it will be listed in Section 3.6 of this report. Before clearing under one of these AMPs, you must first notify the DoR and then follow the conditions and requirements listed in the AMP. https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/vegetation/area-plans/ 2.4 Development approvals If under the vegetation management framework your proposed clearing is not exempt clearing work, or is not permitted under an accepted development vegetation clearing code, or an AMP, you may be able to apply for a development approval. Information on how to apply for a development approval is available at https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/management/vegetation/development 2.5. Contact information for DoR For further information on the vegetation management framework: Phone 135VEG (135 834) Email [email protected] Visit https://www.dnrme.qld.gov.au/?contact=vegetation to submit an online enquiry. Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 8
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3. Vegetation management framework for Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369
3.1 Vegetation categories
The vegetation categories on your property are shown on the regulated vegetation management map in section 4.1 of this
report. A summary of vegetation categories on the subject lot are listed in Table 3. Descriptions for these categories are
shown in Table 4.
Table 3: Vegetation categories for subject property. Total area: 5.99ha
Vegetation category Area (ha)
Category C 2.8
Category R 2.2
Category X 1.1
Table 4: Description of vegetation categories
Category Colour on Map Description Requirements / options under the
vegetation management
framework
A red Compliance areas, environmental Special conditions apply to Category
offset areas and voluntary A areas. Before clearing, contact
declaration areas DoR to confirm any requirements in
a Category A area.
B dark blue Remnant vegetation areas Exempt clearing work, or notification
and compliance with accepted
development vegetation clearing
codes, area management plans or
development approval.
C light blue High-value regrowth areas Exempt clearing work, or notification
and compliance with managing
Category C regrowth vegetation
accepted development vegetation
clearing code.
R yellow Regrowth within 50m of a Exempt clearing work, or notification
watercourse or drainage feature in and compliance with managing
the Great Barrier Reef catchment Category R regrowth accepted
areas development vegetation clearing
code or area management plans.
X white Clearing on freehold land, No permit or notification required on
indigenous land and leasehold land freehold land, indigenous land and
for agriculture and grazing purposes leasehold land for agriculture and
is considered exempt clearing work grazing. A development approval
under the vegetation management may be required for some State land
framework. Contact DoR to clarify tenures.
whether a development approval is
required for other State land
tenures.
Property Map of Assessable Vegetation (PMAV)
There is no Property Map of Assessable Vegetation (PMAV) present on this property.
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3.2 Regional ecosystems
The endangered, of concern and least concern regional ecosystems on your property are shown on the vegetation
management supporting map in section 4.2 and are listed in Table 5.
A description of regional ecosystems can be accessed online at
https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/ecosystems/descriptions/
Table 5: Regional ecosystems present on subject property
Regional VMA Status Category Area (Ha) Short Description Structure
Ecosystem Category
12.11.10 Least C 1.94 Notophyll vine forest +/- Araucaria Dense
concern cunninghamii on metamorphics +/-
interbedded volcanics
12.11.10 Least R 1.51 Notophyll vine forest +/- Araucaria Dense
concern cunninghamii on metamorphics +/-
interbedded volcanics
12.11.2 Least C 0.83 Eucalyptus saligna subsp. saligna or E. Mid-dense
concern grandis, E. microcorys, Lophostemon
confertus tall open forest on metamorphics
+/- interbedded volcanics
12.11.2 Least R 0.65 Eucalyptus saligna subsp. saligna or E. Mid-dense
concern grandis, E. microcorys, Lophostemon
confertus tall open forest on metamorphics
+/- interbedded volcanics
non-rem None X 1.06 None None
Please note:
1. All area and area derived figures included in this table have been calculated via reprojecting relevant spatial features to Albers equal-area conic projection
(central meridian = 146, datum Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994). As a result, area figures may differ slightly if calculated for the same features using a
different co-ordinate system.
2. If Table 5 contains a Category 'plant', please be aware that this refers to 'plantations' such as forestry, and these areas are considered non-remnant under
the VMA.
The VMA status of the regional ecosystem (whether it is endangered, of concern or least concern) also determines if any of
the following are applicable:
• exempt clearing work;
• accepted development vegetation clearing codes;
• performance outcomes in State Code 16 of the State Development Assessment Provisions (SDAP).
3.3 Watercourses
Vegetation management watercourses and drainage features for this property are shown on the vegetation management
supporting map in section 4.2.
3.4 Wetlands
There are no vegetation management wetlands present on this property.
3.5 Essential habitat
Under the VMA, essential habitat for protected wildlife is native wildlife prescribed under the Nature Conservation Act 1992
(NCA) as critically endangered, endangered, vulnerable or near-threatened wildlife.
Essential habitat for protected wildlife includes suitable habitat on the lot, or where a species has been known to occur up to
1.1 kilometres from a lot on which there is assessable vegetation. These important habitat areas are protected under the
VMA.
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Any essential habitat on this property will be shown as blue hatching on the vegetation supporting map in section 4.2.
If essential habitat is identified on the lot, information about the protected wildlife species is provided in Table 6 below. The
numeric labels on the vegetation management supporting map can be cross referenced with Table 6 to outline the essential
habitat factors for that particular species. There may be essential habitat for more than one species on each lot, and areas of
Category A, Category B and Category C can be mapped as Essential Habitat.
Essential habitat is compiled from a combination of species habitat models and buffered species records. Regional
ecosystem is a mandatory essential habitat factor, unless otherwise stated. Essential habitat, for protected wildlife, means an
area of vegetation shown on the Regulated Vegetation Management Map -
1) that has at least 3 essential habitat factors for the protected wildlife that must include any essential habitat factors
that are stated as mandatory for the protected wildlife in the essential habitat database. Essential habitat factors are
comprised of - regional ecosystem (mandatory for most species), vegetation community, altitude, soils, position in
landscape; or
2) in which the protected wildlife, at any stage of its life cycle, is located.
If there is no essential habitat mapping shown on the vegetation management supporting map for this lot, and there is no
table in the sections below, it confirms that there is no essential habitat on the lot.
Category A and/or Category B and/or Category C
Table 6: Essential habitat in Category A and/or Category B and/or Category C
Label Scientific Name Common Name NCA Status Vegetation Community Altitude Soils Position in Landscape
860 Phascolarctos koala V SEQ: Open eucalypt forest and woodland that has: a) multiple Sea level to None Riparian areas, plains
cinereus strata layers containing Eucalyptus, Corymbia, Angophora, 1000m. and hill/escarpment
Lophostemon or Melaleuca trees that-at 1.3 metres above the slopes.
ground-have a diameter both greater and less than 30
centimetres; and b) at least 1 of the following species: Eucalyptus
tereticornis, E. fibrosa, E. propinqua; E. umbra, E. grandis, E.
microcorys, E. tindaliae, E. resinifera, E. populnea, E. robusta, E.
nigra, E. racemosa, E. crebra, E. exserta, E. seeana,
Lophostemon confertus, L. suaveolens, Melaleuca quinquenervia.
Outside SEQ: Open eucalypt forest and woodland that contains
Eucalyptus &/or Corymbia spp. Tree species used for food varies
across State and can include Eucalyptus tereticornis, E.
camaldulensis, E. coolabah; E. drepanophylla, E. platyphylla, E.
orgadophilla, E. thozetiana, E. melanophloia, E. populnea, E.
melliodora, E. dealbata, E. microtheca, E. crebra, E. exserta, E.
blakelyi, E. papuana, Corymbia tessellaris, C. citriodora,
Melaleuca quinquenervia, M. leucadendra.
13085 Triunia robusta None E complex notophyll vine forest 0 to 300 m greyish yellow steep creekbank, alluvial
loam terrace or steep rocky
slope
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Label Regional Ecosystem (mandatory unless otherwise specified)
860 SEQ: 11.3.2, 11.3.4, 11.3.25, 11.3.26, 11.8.2, 11.8.4, 11.8.5, 11.8.8, 11.9.9, 12.2.5, 12.2.6, 12.2.7, 12.2.8, 12.2.10, 12.3.2, 12.3.3, 12.3.4, 12.3.5, 12.3.6,
12.3.7, 12.3.9, 12.3.10, 12.3.11, 12.3.14, 12.3.18, 12.3.19, 12.3.20, 12.5.1, 12.5.2, 12.5.3, 12.5.4, 12.5.6, 12.5.7, 12.5.10, 12.5.12, 12.8.1, 12.8.8, 12.8.9,
12.8.11, 12.8.12, 12.8.14, 12.8.16, 12.8.17, 12.8.20, 12.8.24, 12.8.25, 12.9-10.1, 12.9-10.2, 12.9-10.3, 12.9-10.4, 12.9-10.5, 12.9-10.7, 12.9-10.8,
12.9-10.11, 12.9-10.12, 12.9-10.14, 12.9-10.17, 12.9-10.18, 12.9-10.19, 12.9-10.21, 12.9-10.25, 12.9-10.26, 12.9-10.27, 12.9-10.28, 12.9-10.29, 12.11.2,
12.11.3, 12.11.5, 12.11.6, 12.11.7, 12.11.8, 12.11.9, 12.11.14, 12.11.15, 12.11.16, 12.11.17, 12.11.18, 12.11.22, 12.11.23, 12.11.24, 12.11.25, 12.11.26,
12.11.27, 12.11.28, 12.12.2, 12.12.3, 12.12.5, 12.12.6, 12.12.7, 12.12.8, 12.12.9, 12.12.11, 12.12.12, 12.12.14, 12.12.15, 12.12.23, 12.12.24, 12.12.25,
12.12.28. Outside SEQ: 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, 4.3.4, 4.3.5, 4.3.6, 4.3.8, 4.3.10, 4.3.11, 4.4.1, 4.5.3, 4.5.5, 4.5.6, 4.5.8, 4.5.9, 4.7.1, 4.7.7, 4.7.8, 4.9.6, 4.9.10,
4.9.12, 4.9.17, 6.3.1, 6.3.2, 6.3.3, 6.3.4, 6.3.5, 6.3.7, 6.3.8, 6.3.9, 6.3.11, 6.3.12, 6.3.17, 6.3.18, 6.3.22, 6.3.24, 6.3.25, 6.4.1, 6.4.2, 6.4.3, 6.4.4, 6.5.1, 6.5.2,
6.5.3, 6.5.5, 6.5.6, 6.5.7, 6.5.8, 6.5.9, 6.5.10, 6.5.11, 6.5.13, 6.5.14, 6.5.15, 6.5.16, 6.5.17, 6.5.18, 6.5.19, 6.6.2, 6.7.1, 6.7.2, 6.7.5, 6.7.6, 6.7.7, 6.7.9,
6.7.11, 6.7.12, 6.7.13, 6.7.14, 6.7.17, 6.9.3, 7.2.3, 7.2.4, 7.2.7, 7.2.11, 7.3.7, 7.3.8, 7.3.9, 7.3.12, 7.3.13, 7.3.14, 7.3.16, 7.3.19, 7.3.20, 7.3.21, 7.3.25,
7.3.26, 7.3.39, 7.3.40, 7.3.42, 7.3.43, 7.3.44, 7.3.45, 7.3.47, 7.3.48, 7.3.50, 7.5.1, 7.5.2, 7.5.3, 7.5.4, 7.8.7, 7.8.8, 7.8.10, 7.8.15, 7.8.16, 7.8.17, 7.8.18,
7.8.19, 7.11.5, 7.11.6, 7.11.13, 7.11.14, 7.11.16, 7.11.18, 7.11.19, 7.11.20, 7.11.21, 7.11.31, 7.11.32, 7.11.33, 7.11.34, 7.11.35, 7.11.37, 7.11.41, 7.11.42,
7.11.43, 7.11.44, 7.11.45, 7.11.46, 7.11.47, 7.11.48, 7.11.49, 7.11.50, 7.11.51, 7.12.4, 7.12.5, 7.12.17, 7.12.21, 7.12.22, 7.12.23, 7.12.24, 7.12.25, 7.12.26,
7.12.27, 7.12.28, 7.12.29, 7.12.30, 7.12.33, 7.12.34, 7.12.35, 7.12.51, 7.12.52, 7.12.53, 7.12.54, 7.12.55, 7.12.56, 7.12.57, 7.12.58, 7.12.59, 7.12.60,
7.12.61, 7.12.62, 7.12.63, 7.12.65, 7.12.66, 7.12.69, 8.1.5, 8.2.3, 8.2.6, 8.2.7, 8.2.8, 8.2.11, 8.2.12, 8.2.13, 8.2.14, 8.3.1, 8.3.2, 8.3.3, 8.3.5, 8.3.6, 8.3.8,
8.3.10, 8.3.11, 8.3.13, 8.5.1, 8.5.2, 8.5.3, 8.5.5, 8.5.6, 8.5.7, 8.9.1, 8.10.1, 8.11.1, 8.11.3, 8.11.4, 8.11.5, 8.11.6, 8.11.8, 8.11.10, 8.11.12, 8.12.4, 8.12.5,
8.12.6, 8.12.7, 8.12.8, 8.12.9, 8.12.12, 8.12.14, 8.12.20, 8.12.22, 8.12.23, 8.12.25, 8.12.26, 8.12.27, 8.12.29, 8.12.31, 8.12.32, 9.3.1, 9.3.2, 9.3.3, 9.3.4,
9.3.5, 9.3.6, 9.3.7, 9.3.8, 9.3.10, 9.3.11, 9.3.13, 9.3.14, 9.3.15, 9.3.16, 9.3.17, 9.3.19, 9.3.20, 9.3.21, 9.3.22, 9.3.27, 9.4.1, 9.4.2, 9.4.3, 9.5.1, 9.5.3, 9.5.4,
9.5.5, 9.5.6, 9.5.7, 9.5.8, 9.5.9, 9.5.10, 9.5.11, 9.5.12, 9.5.15, 9.5.16, 9.5.17, 9.7.1, 9.7.2, 9.7.3, 9.7.4, 9.7.5, 9.7.6, 9.8.1, 9.8.2, 9.8.3, 9.8.4, 9.8.5, 9.8.9,
9.8.10, 9.8.11, 9.8.13, 9.10.1, 9.10.3, 9.10.4, 9.10.5, 9.10.7, 9.10.8, 9.11.1, 9.11.2, 9.11.3, 9.11.4, 9.11.5, 9.11.7, 9.11.10, 9.11.12, 9.11.13, 9.11.14,
9.11.15, 9.11.16, 9.11.17, 9.11.18, 9.11.19, 9.11.21, 9.11.22, 9.11.23, 9.11.24, 9.11.25, 9.11.26, 9.11.28, 9.11.29, 9.11.30, 9.11.31, 9.11.32, 9.12.1, 9.12.2,
9.12.3, 9.12.4, 9.12.5, 9.12.6, 9.12.7, 9.12.10, 9.12.11, 9.12.12, 9.12.13, 9.12.14, 9.12.15, 9.12.16, 9.12.17, 9.12.18, 9.12.19, 9.12.20, 9.12.21, 9.12.22,
9.12.23, 9.12.24, 9.12.25, 9.12.26, 9.12.27, 9.12.28, 9.12.29, 9.12.30, 9.12.31, 9.12.32, 9.12.33, 9.12.35, 9.12.36, 9.12.37, 9.12.38, 9.12.39, 9.12.44,
10.3.2, 10.3.3, 10.3.5, 10.3.6, 10.3.9, 10.3.10, 10.3.11, 10.3.12, 10.3.13, 10.3.14, 10.3.15, 10.3.17, 10.3.20, 10.3.27, 10.3.28, 10.4.3, 10.4.9, 10.5.1, 10.5.2,
10.5.4, 10.5.5, 10.5.7, 10.5.8, 10.5.9, 10.5.10, 10.5.11, 10.5.12, 10.7.1, 10.7.2, 10.7.3, 10.7.4, 10.7.5, 10.7.9, 10.7.10, 10.7.11, 10.7.12, 10.9.2, 10.9.3,
10.9.5, 10.10.1, 10.10.3, 10.10.4, 10.10.5, 10.10.7, 11.2.1, 11.2.5, 11.3.1, 11.3.2, 11.3.3, 11.3.4, 11.3.5, 11.3.6, 11.3.7, 11.3.9, 11.3.10, 11.3.12, 11.3.13,
11.3.14, 11.3.15, 11.3.16, 11.3.17, 11.3.18, 11.3.19, 11.3.21, 11.3.23, 11.3.25, 11.3.26, 11.3.27, 11.3.28, 11.3.29, 11.3.30, 11.3.32, 11.3.33, 11.3.35,
11.3.36, 11.3.37, 11.3.38, 11.3.39, 11.4.2, 11.4.3, 11.4.7, 11.4.8, 11.4.9, 11.4.10, 11.4.12, 11.4.13, 11.5.1, 11.5.2, 11.5.3, 11.5.4, 11.5.5, 11.5.7, 11.5.8,
11.5.9, 11.5.12, 11.5.13, 11.5.14, 11.5.17, 11.5.18, 11.5.20, 11.5.21, 11.7.1, 11.7.2, 11.7.3, 11.7.4, 11.7.6, 11.7.7, 11.8.1, 11.8.2, 11.8.4, 11.8.5, 11.8.8,
11.8.11, 11.8.12, 11.8.14, 11.8.15, 11.9.1, 11.9.2, 11.9.3, 11.9.5, 11.9.6, 11.9.7, 11.9.9, 11.9.10, 11.9.11, 11.9.13, 11.9.14, 11.10.1, 11.10.2, 11.10.3,
11.10.4, 11.10.5, 11.10.6, 11.10.7, 11.10.9, 11.10.11, 11.10.12, 11.10.13, 11.11.1, 11.11.2, 11.11.3, 11.11.4, 11.11.6, 11.11.7, 11.11.8, 11.11.9, 11.11.10,
11.11.11, 11.11.12, 11.11.13, 11.11.14, 11.11.15, 11.11.16, 11.11.17, 11.11.19, 11.11.20, 11.12.1, 11.12.2, 11.12.3, 11.12.5, 11.12.6, 11.12.7, 11.12.8,
11.12.9, 11.12.10, 11.12.13, 11.12.14, 11.12.15, 11.12.16, 11.12.17, 11.12.19, 11.12.20, 13.3.1, 13.3.2, 13.3.3, 13.3.4, 13.3.5, 13.3.7, 13.9.2, 13.11.1,
13.11.2, 13.11.3, 13.11.4, 13.11.5, 13.11.6, 13.11.8, 13.11.9, 13.12.1, 13.12.2, 13.12.3, 13.12.4, 13.12.5, 13.12.6, 13.12.8, 13.12.9, 13.12.10.
13085 12.3.1, 12.8.3, 12.11.16, 12.12.1, 12.12.16
3.6 Area Management Plan(s)
Nil
3.7 Coastal or non-coastal
For the purposes of the accepted development vegetation clearing codes and State Code 16 of the State
Development Assessment Provisions (SDAP), this property is regarded as*
Coastal
*See also Map 4.3
3.8 Agricultural Land Class A or B
The following can be used to identify Agricultural Land Class A or B areas under the "Managing regulated regrowth
vegetation" accepted development vegetation clearing code:
Does this lot contain land that is mapped as Agricultural Land Class A or B in the State Planning Interactive Mapping
System?
Class A: 5.98ha
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Label Regional Ecosystem (mandatory unless otherwise specified)
860 SEQ: 11.32, 11.34, 113.25, 11.926, 11.82, 11.8.4, 1185, 1188, 1199, 12.25, 12.26, 1227, 1228, 122.10, 12.92, 1283, 1234, 1235, 1236,
1287, 1289, 128.10, 123.11, 123.14, 12.3.18, 123.19, 12.9.20, 125.1, 1252, 1253, 12.5.4, 12.56, 12.57, 125.10, 125.12, 1281, 1288, 1289,
128.11, 128.12, 128.14, 12.8.16, 128.17, 12.8.20, 12.824, 128.25, 12.9-10.1, 129402, 129-103, 12.9104, 12.9-10.5, 12.9-10.7, 129-4108,
12940.11, 12.9-10.12, 12.9-10.14, 12.9-10.17, 12.9-10.18, 12.9-10.19, 12.9-10.21, 129-10.25, 12.9-10.26, 12.9-10.27, 12.9-10.28, 12.9-10.29, 12.112,
12AN.9, 12.11.5, 12.11.6, 12.117, 1211.8, 12.119, 12.19.14, 12.11.15, 12.11.16, 12.11.17, 12.11.18, 12.11.22, 12.11.29, 12.11.24, 12.11.25, 12.11.26,
12.11.27, 12.11.28, 12.122, 12.12, 12.125, 12.126, 12.127, 12.128, 12.129, 12.12.11, 12.12.12, 12.12.14, 12.12.15, 12.12.23, 12.12.24, 12.12.25,
12.12.28, Outside SEO: 43.1, 43.2,49.9,43.4,4.35, 496,498, 4.9.10,49.11,44.1,453, 455,456, 458,459, 471,477, 47.8,496,49.10,
4912, 49.7, 63.1, 682,633,63.4,635,637,69.8,69.9,63.11,6.3.12, 68.17,69.18, 6.9.22, 63.24,69.25,64.1,642,6.49,644,65.1, 652
65.3, 655,6.56,657, 658,659, 65.10, 65.11,65.13, 65.14, 65.15, 65.16,6.5.17, 65.18, 65.19, 662,671,672, 675,676,6.77,679,
6.7.11, 67.12, 67.19, 6.7.14, 6.7.17, 693,723,724, 7.27,7.2.11,737,738,73.9, 73.12, 73.18, 73.14, 73.16, 7.3.19, 7.9.20, 7.3.21, 7.925,
7.3.26, 7.3.89, 7.3.40, 7.3.42, 7.9.43, 7.3.44, 7.3.45, 7.3.47, 7.3.48, 7.3.50, 7.5.1, 75.2, 7.53, 7.54, 7.87, 788, 7.8.10, 7.8.15, 7.8.16, 7.8.17, 7.8.18
7.8.19, 7145, TA16, 7A1.13, 719.14, 7.11.16, 7.11.18, 711.19, 7.11.20, 7.11.21, 7.11.81, 7.11.92, 7.11.89, 7.11.94, 7.11.95, 711.97, 7.11.41, 7.11.42,
TAVAB, 7.11.44, 711.45, 7.11.48, 7.11.47, 711.48, 7.11.49, 7.11.50, 7.11.51, 7124, 712.5, 71217, 7.12.21, 712.22, 7.12.23, 7.12.24, 7.12.28, 7.12.26,
712.27, 7.12.28, 7.12.28, 7.12.80, 7.12.98, 7.12.94, 7.12.96, 7.12.51, 7.12.62, 7.12.53, 7.12.54, 7.12.55, 7.12.56, 7.12.57, 7.12.58, 7.12.59, 7.12.60,
7.12.61, 7.12.62, 7.12.68, 7.12.65, 7.12.66, 7.12.69, 8.1.5, 823,826,827, 828, 82.11,82.12, 82.19, 82.14, 83.1,832,833,8.35,83.6,838,
88.10, 83.11, 83.19, 85.1, 852,85.8,855,856,857,89.1,8.101,8.11.1,811.9, 8.114, 8.115, 8116, 8.118, 8.11.10, 8.11.12, 8.124,8.125,
8126, 8127, 812.8, 812.9, 8.12.12, 8.12.14, 812.20, 8.12.22, 812.23, 8.12.25, 8.12.26, 8.12.27, 812.29, 8.12.31, 8.12.92, 9.3.1,93.2,93.3,934,
985,996, 93.7,93.8, 93.10, 93.11,93.18, 93.14, 93.15, 93.16, 9.9.17, 9.9.19, 9.9.20, 9.3.21, 93.22, 98.27,94.1,942,945,95.1,953, 954,
985,956,957,958,959,95.10,95.11, 95.12, 95.15, 95.16, 95.17, 971,972, 973,974,975,876,981,982,985,984,985,989,
98.10, 98.11, 98.19, 910.1, 9.103, 9.104, 9.105, 9.107, 9.10.8, 9.11.1, 9.11.2, 9.11.8, 9.11.4, 9.11.5, 9.11.7,9.11.10, 9.11.12, 9.11.13, 9.11.14,
9.11.15, 9.11.16, 9.11.17, 9.11.18, 9.11.19, 9.11.21, 9.11.22, 9.11.23, 9.11.24, 9.11.25, 9.11.26, 9.11.28, 9.11.29, 9.11.90, 9.11.91, 9.11.92, 9.12.1, 9.122,
9123, 912-4, 9125, 9.126, 9.127, 9.12.10, 9.12.11, 9.12.12, 9.12.19, 9.12.14, 9.12.15, 9.12.16, 9.12.17, 9.12.18, 9.12.19, 912.20, 9.12.21, 9:12.22,
9.12.29, 9.12.24, 9.12.25, 9.12.26, 9.12.27, 9.12.28, 9.12.29, 9.12.90, 9.12.31, 912.92, 9.12.93, 9.12.85, 9.12.96, 9.12.97, 9.12.98, 9.12.99, 9.12.44,
1032, 1033, 1035, 1036, 10.3.9, 10.9.10, 103.11, 10.8.12, 103.13, 10.3.14, 10.15, 103.17, 10.8.20, 108.27, 10.328, 10.43, 10.49, 105.1, 10.52,
1054, 1055, 1057, 10.58, 1059, 105.10, 105.11, 105.12, 10.7.1, 10.7.2, 10.73, 10.7.4, 10.75, 10.7.8, 107.10, 10.7.11, 10.7.12, 109.2, 10.93,
10.95, 10.10.1, 10.103, 10.10.4, 10.105, 1010.7, 11.2.1, 11.25, 119.1, 1192, 11.38, 11.34, 1135, 113.6, 11.87, 11.99, 119.10, 1.3.12, 119.13,
11.98.14, 11.9.15, 113.16, 11.9.17, 11.818, 119.19, 11.321, 119.29, 11.925, 11.83.26, 11.927, 11.328, 119.29, 11.3.0, 11.9.92, 11.3.3, 11.9.95,
11.836, 11.9.97, 11.3.8, 11.9.99, 11.42, 11.43, 11.47, 11.48, 11.49, 114.10, 1.4.12, 114.13, 115.1, 1152, 1153, 1154, 1155, 1157, 1158,
11.59, 1.5.12, 11.5.13, 1.5.14, 115.17, 1.5.18, 11.5.20, 11.521, 11.7.4, 11.7.2, 11.78, 11.74, 11.7.6, 11.77, 1.8.1, 11.82, 11.84, 11.85, 11.88,
1.8.11, 118.12, 118.14, 11.8.15, 11.9.1, 11.82, 11.93, 1195, 11.96, 11.97, 11.99, 119.410, 1.9.11, 11.913, 119.14, 11.1041, 11.102, 11.103,
11.104, 11.105, 11.106, 11.107, 1110.9, 11.10.11, 11.10.12, 11.10.18, 11.194, 11.442, 1111.8, 1.114, 1111.6, 11.417, 11.118, 11.119, 11.11.10,
ANAL, MEAN, IAAAG, ALA, A115, HAL AG, HATA7, 1149.19, 11.11.20, 11.1241, 1112.2, 11.128, 11.125, 11.126, 1112.7, 11.128,
1142.9, 11.12.10, 11.12.13, 11.12.14, 11.12.18, 11.12.16, 11.12.17, 11.1219, 11.12.20, 133.1, 133.2, 193.3, 19.8.4, 19.95, 19.97, 19.92, 18.11.1
1311.2, 19.118, 18.11.4, 19.115, 19.116, 19.118, 18.119, 19.12.1, 19.122, 19.129, 18.124, 19.125, 19.126, 13.128, 19.129, 13.12.10.
13085 123.1, 1283, 12.11.16, 12.121, 12.12.16
3.6 Area Management Plan(s)
Nil
3.7 Coastal or non-coastal
For the purposes of the accepted development vegetation clearing codes and State Code 16 of the State
Development Assessment Provisions (SDAP), this property is regarded as*
Coastal
*See also Map 4.3
3.8 Agricultural Land Class A or B
The following can be used to identify Agricultural Land Class A or B areas under the "Managing regulated regrowth
vegetation" accepted development vegetation clearing code:
Does this lot contain land that is mapped as Agricultural Land Class A or B in the State Planning Interactive Mapping
System?
Class A: 5.98ha
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No Class B Note - This confirms Agricultural Land Classes as per the State Planning Interactive Mapping System only. This response does not include Agricultural Land Classes identified under local government planning schemes. For further information, check the Planning Scheme for your local government area. See Map 4.4 to identify the location and extent of Class A and/or Class B Agricultural land on Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369. Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 13
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4. Vegetation management framework maps Vegetation management maps included in this report may also be requested individually at: https://www.dnrme.qld.gov.au/qld/environment/land/vegetation/vegetation-map-request-form Regulated vegetation management map The regulated vegetation management map shows vegetation categories needed to determine clearing requirements. These maps are updated monthly to show new property maps of assessable vegetation (PMAV). Vegetation management supporting map The vegetation management supporting map provides information on regional ecosystems, wetlands, watercourses and essential habitat. Coastal/non-coastal map The coastal/non-coastal map confirms whether the lot, or which parts of the lot, are considered coastal or non-coastal for the purposes of the accepted development vegetation clearing codes and State Code 16 of the State Development Assessment Provisions (SDAP). Agricultural Land Class A or B The Agricultural Land Class map confirms the location and extent of land mapped as Agricultural Land Classes A or B as identified on the State Planning Interactive Mapping System. Please note that this map does not include areas identified as Agricultural Land Class A or B in local government planning schemes. This map can be used to identify Agricultural Land Class A or B areas under the "Managing regulated regrowth vegetation" accepted development vegetation clearing code. Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 14
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4.1 Regulated vegetation management map Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 15
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4.2 Vegetation management supporting map Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 16
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4.3 Coastal/non-coastal map Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 17
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4.4 Agricultural Land Class A or B map Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 18
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5. Protected plants framework (administered by the Department of Environment and Science (DES)) In Queensland, all plants that are native to Australia are protected plants under the Nature Conservation Act 1992 (NCA). The NCA regulates the clearing of protected plants 'in the wild' (see Operational policy: When a protected plant in Queensland is considered to be 'in the wild') that are listed as critically endangered, endangered, vulnerable or near threatened under the Act. Please note that the protected plant clearing framework applies irrespective of the classification of the vegetation under the Vegetation Management Act 1999 and any approval or exemptions given under another Act, for example, the Vegetation Management Act 1999 or Planning Regulation 2017. 5.1 Clearing in high risk areas on the flora survey trigger map The flora survey trigger map identifies high-risk areas for endangered, vulnerable or near threatened (EVNT) plants. These are areas where EVNT plants are known to exist or are likely to exist based on the habitat present. The flora survey trigger map for this property is provided in section 5.5. If you are proposing to clear an area shown as high risk on the flora survey trigger map, a flora survey of the clearing impact area must be undertaken by a suitably qualified person in accordance with the Flora survey guidelines. The main objective of a flora survey is to locate any EVNT plants that may be present in the clearing impact area. If the flora survey identifies that EVNT plants are not present within the clearing impact area or clearing within 100m of EVNT plants can be avoided, the clearing activity is exempt from a permit. An exempt clearing notification form must be submitted to the Department of Environment and Science, with a copy of the flora survey report, at least one week prior to clearing. If the flora survey identifies that EVNT plants are present in, or within 100m of, the area to be cleared, a clearing permit is required before any clearing is undertaken. The flora survey report, as well as an impact management report, must be submitted with the clearing permit application form. 5.2 Clearing outside high risk areas on the flora survey trigger map In an area other than a high risk area, a clearing permit is only required where a person is, or becomes aware that EVNT plants are present in, or within 100m of, the area to be cleared. You must keep a copy of the flora survey trigger map for the area subject to clearing for five years from the day the clearing starts. If you do not clear within the 12 month period that the flora survey trigger map was printed, you need to print and check a new flora survey trigger map. 5.3 Exemptions Many activities are 'exempt' under the protected plant clearing framework, which means that clearing of native plants that are in the wild can be undertaken for these activities with no need for a flora survey or a protected plant clearing permit. The Information sheet - General exemptions for the take of protected plants provides some of these exemptions. Some exemptions under the NCA are the same as exempt clearing work (formerly known as exemptions) under the Vegetation Management Act 1999 (i.e. listed in Schedule 21 of the Planning Regulations 2017) while some are different. 5.4 Contact information for DES For further information on the protected plants framework: Phone 1300 130 372 (and select option four) Email [email protected] Visit https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/plants-animals/plants/protected-plants Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 19
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5.5 Protected plants flora survey trigger map This map included may also be requested individually at: https://apps.des.qld.gov.au/map-request/flora-survey-trigger/. Updates to the data informing the flora survey trigger map The flora survey trigger map will be reviewed, and updated if necessary, at least every 12 months to ensure the map reflects the most up-to-date and accurate data available. Species information Please note that flora survey trigger maps do not identify species associated with 'high risk areas'. While some species information may be publicly available, for example via the Queensland Spatial Catalogue, the Department of Environment and Science does not provide species information on request. Regardless of whether species information is available for a particular high risk area, clearing plants in a high risk area may require a flora survey and/or clearing permit. Please see the Department of Environment and Science webpage on the clearing of protected plants for more information. Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 20
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Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 21 [OCR of page images] WS2S20E 1828210 Protected Plants Flora Survey Trigger Map Legend Nese an toed particular provisions of the CRT ee jature Conservation Act 1992 apply to the clearing of [1 selected Lot and Pian Proteced Plants. 1 High tisk area Land parcel boundaries are provided as locational aid ~~ Other land parce! boundaries only. —— Freeways / motorways / highways This map is produced at a scale relevant to the size of — Secondary roads / streets Dinecab should be printed as A4 size in For further information or assistance with interpretation of this product, please contact the Department of Environment and Science at [email protected] Disclaimer: While every care is taken to ensure the accuracy of the data used to generate this product, the Queensland Goverment makes no representations or warranties about its accuracy, reliability, completeness or suitability for any particular purpose ‘and disclaim all responsibility and all liability (including without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses, 0 20 40 «6080 100m damages (including indirect or consequential damages) and PS costs which might be incurred as a consequence of reliance ‘on the data, or as @ result of the data being inaccurate or This product is projected into: incomplete in any way and for any reason. GDA 1994 MGA Zone 56 © The State of Queensland (Department of Environment and Science), 2020 Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 21
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6. Koala protection framework (administered by the Department of Environment and Science (DES)) The koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) is listed in Queensland as vulnerable by the Queensland Government under Nature Conservation Act 1992 and by the Australian Government under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. The Queensland Government's koala protection framework is comprised of the Nature Conservation Act 1992, the Nature Conservation (Animals) Regulation 2020, the Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017, the Planning Act 2016 and the Planning Regulation 2017. 6.1 Koala mapping 6.1.1 Koala districts The parts of Queensland where koalas are known to occur has been divided into three koala districts - koala district A, koala district B and koala district C. Each koala district is made up of areas with comparable koala populations (e.g. density, extent and significance of threatening processes affecting the population) which require similar management regimes. Section 7.1 identifies which koala district your property is located in. 6.1.2 Koala habitat areas Koala habitat areas are areas of vegetation that have been determined to contain koala habitat that is essential for the conservation of a viable koala population in the wild based on the combination of habitat suitability and biophysical variables with known relationships to koala habitat (e.g. landcover, soil, terrain, climate and ground water). In order to protect this important koala habitat, clearing controls have been introduced into the Planning Regulation 2017 for development in koala habitat areas. Please note that koala habitat areas only exist in koala district A which is the South East Queensland "Shaping SEQ" Regional Plan area. These areas include the local government areas of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan, Lockyer Valley, Ipswich, Moreton Bay, Noosa, Redland, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba (urban extent). There are two different categories of koala habitat area (core koala habitat area and locally refined koala habitat), which have been determined using two different methodologies. These methodologies are described in the document Spatial modelling in South East Queensland. Section 7.2 shows any koala habitat area that exists on your property. Under the Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017, an owner of land (or a person acting on the owner's behalf with written consent) can request to make, amend or revoke a koala habitat area determination if they believe, on reasonable grounds, that the existing determination for all or part of their property is incorrect. More information on requests to make, amend or revoke a koala habitat area determination can be found in the document Guideline - Requests to make, amend or revoke a koala habitat area determination. The koala habitat area map will be updated at least annually to include any koala habitat areas that have been made, amended or revoked. Changes to the koala habitat area map which occur between annual updates because of a request to make, amend or revoke a koala habitat area determination can be viewed on the register of approved requests to make, amend or revoke a koala habitat area available at: https://environment.des.qld.gov.au/wildlife/animals/living-with/koalas/mapping/koalamaps. The register includes the lot on plan for the change, the date the decision was made and the map issued to the landholder that shows areas determined to be koala habitat areas. 6.1.3 Koala priority areas Koala priority areas are large, connected areas that have been determined to have the highest likelihood of achieving conservation outcomes for koalas based on the combination of habitat suitability, biophysical variables with known relationships to koala habitat (e.g. landcover, soil, terrain, climate and ground water) and a koala conservation cost benefit analysis. Conservation efforts will be prioritised in these areas to ensure the conservation of viable koala populations in the wild including a focus on management (e.g. habitat protection, habitat restoration and threat mitigation) and monitoring. This includes a prohibition on clearing in koala habitat areas that are in koala priority areas under the Planning Regulation 2017 (subject to some exemptions). Please note that koala priority areas only exist in koala district A which is the South East Queensland "Shaping SEQ" Regional Plan area. These areas include the local government areas of Brisbane, Gold Coast, Logan, Lockyer Valley, Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 22
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Ipswich, Moreton Bay, Noosa, Redland, Scenic Rim, Somerset, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba (urban extent).
Section 7.2 identifies if your property is in a koala priority area.
6.1.4 Identified koala broad-hectare areas
There are seven identified koala broad-hectare areas in SEQ. These are areas of koala habitat that are located in areas
committed to meet development targets in the SEQ Regional Plan to accommodate SEQ's growing population including
bring-forward Greenfield sites under the Queensland Housing Affordability Strategy and declared master planned areas
under the repealed Sustainable Planning Act 2009 and the repealed Integrated Planning Act 1997.
Specific assessment benchmarks apply to development applications for development proposed in identified koala
broad-hectare areas to ensure koala conservation measures are incorporated into the proposed development.
Section 7.2 identifies if your property is in an identified koala broad-hectare area.
6.2 Koala habitat planning controls
On 7 February 2020, the Queensland Government introduced new planning controls to the Planning Regulation 2017 to
strengthen the protection of koala habitat in South East Queensland (i.e. koala district A).
More information on these planning controls can be found here:
https://environment.des.qld.gov.au/wildlife/animals/living-with/koalas/mapping/legislation-policy.
As a high-level summary, the koala habitat planning controls make:
• development that involves interfering with koala habitat (defined below) in an area that is both a koala priority area
and a koala habitat area, prohibited development (i.e. development for which a development application cannot be
made);
• development that involves interfering with koala habitat (defined below) in an area that is a koala habitat area but is
not a koala priority area, assessable development (i.e. development for which development approval is required); and
• development that is for extractive industries where the development involves interfering with koala habitat (defined
below) in an area that is both a koala habitat area and a key resource area, assessable development (i.e. development
for which development approval is required).
Interfering with koala habitat means:
1) Removing, cutting down, ringbarking, pushing over, poisoning or destroying in anyway, including by burning,
flooding or draining native vegetation in a koala habitat area; but
2) Does not include destroying standing vegetation stock or lopping a tree.
However, these planning controls do not apply if the development is exempted development as defined in Schedule 24 of the
Planning Regulation 2017. More information on exempted development can be found here:
https://environment.des.qld.gov.au/wildlife/animals/living-with/koalas/mapping/legislation-policy.
There are also assessment benchmarks that apply to development applications for:
- building works, operational works, material change of use or reconfiguration of a lot where:
• the local government planning scheme makes the development assessable;
• the premises includes an area that is both a koala priority area and a koala habitat area; and
• the development does not involve interfering with koala habitat (defined above); and
- development in identified koala broad-hectare areas.
The Guideline - Assessment Benchmarks in relation to Koala Habitat in South East Queensland assessment benchmarks
outlines these assessment benchmarks, the intent of these assessment benchmarks and advice on how proposed
development may meet these assessment benchmarks.
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6.3 Koala Conservation Plan clearing requirements Section 10 and 11 of the Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 prescribes requirements that must be met when clearing koala habitat in koala district A and koala district B. These clearing requirements are independent to the koala habitat planning controls introduced into the Planning Regulation 2017, which means they must be complied with irrespective of any approvals or exemptions offered under other legislation. Unlike the clearing controls prescribed in the Planning Regulation 2017 that are to protect koala habitat, the clearing requirements prescribed in the Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 are in place to prevent the injury or death of koalas when koala habitat is being cleared. 6.4 Contact information for DES For further information on the koala protection framework: Phone 13 QGOV (13 74 68) Email [email protected] Visit https://environment.des.qld.gov.au/wildlife/animals/living-with/koalas/mapping 7. Koala protection framework details for Lot: 2 Plan: RP131369 7.1 Koala districts Koala District A Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 24
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7.2 Koala priority area, koala habitat area and identified koala broad-hectare area map Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 25
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7.3 Koala habitat regional ecosystems for core koala habitat areas Vegetation management report, Department of Resources, 2020 Page 26
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8. Other relevant legislation contacts list
Activity Legislation Agency Contact details
• Interference with overland flow Water Act 2000 Department of Regional Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
• Earthworks, significant Soil Conservation Act 1986 Development, Manufacturing and www.dnrme.qld.gov.au
disturbance Water
(Queensland Government)
Department of Resources
(Queensland Government)
• Indigenous Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act Department of Seniors, Disability Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
2003 Services and Aboriginal and Torres www.datsip.qld.gov.au
Torres Strait Islander Cultural Strait Islander Partnerships
Heritage Act 2003
• Mining and environmentally Environmental Protection Act 1994 Department of Environment and Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
relevant activities Coastal Protection and Science www.des.qld.gov.au
• Infrastructure development Management Act 1995 (Queensland Government)
(coastal) Queensland Heritage Act 1992
• Heritage issues
• Protected plants and protected Nature Conservation Act 1992 Department of Environment and Ph: 1300 130 372 (option 4)
areas Science [email protected]
(Queensland Government) www.environment.gov.au
• Koala mapping and regulations Nature Conservation Act 1992 Department of Environment and Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
Science [email protected]
(Queensland Government)
• Interference with fish passage in a Fisheries Act 1994 Department of Agriculture and Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
watercourse, mangroves Forestry Act 1959 Fisheries www.daf.qld.gov.au
• Forestry activities on State land (Queensland Government)
tenures
• Matters of National Environmental Environment Protection and Department of Agriculture, Water Ph: 1800 803 772
Significance including listed Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and the Environment www.environment.gov.au
threatened species and ecological (Australian Government)
communities
• Development and planning Planning Act 2016 Department of State Development, Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
processes State Development and Public Infrastructure, Local Government www.dsdmip.qld.gov.au
Works Organisation Act 1971 and Planning
(Queensland Government)
• Local government requirements Local Government Act 2009 Department of State Development, Ph: 13 QGOV (13 74 68)
Planning Act 2016 Infrastructure, Local Government Your relevant local government
and Planning office
(Queensland Government)
• Harvesting timber in the Wet Wet Tropics World Heritage Wet Tropics Management Authority Ph: (07) 4241 0500
Tropics of Qld World Heritage area Protection and Management Act www.wettropics.gov.au
1993
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Wildlife Online Extract
Search Criteria: Species List for a Specified Point
Species: All
Type: All
Status: All
Records: All
Date: All
Latitude: -26.4046
Longitude: 152.8673
Distance: 2
Email: [email protected]
Date submitted: Wednesday 09 Dec 2020 13:50:50
Date extracted: Wednesday 09 Dec 2020 14:00:02
The number of records retrieved = 218
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