Appendix C - Ecological Assessment Report

Development is clearly separated from the koala habitat within the south-west of the site which is to be
retained. Development is small scale and located within existing cleared areas. In this regard, no impacts
to existing connectivity and koala movement opportunities are likely to occur as a result of development
approval.
i)      In urban areas, biodiversity values are protected and enhanced to assist with ecosystem health,
flora and fauna, urban amenity and quality of life.
The site is not located within an urban area.

7.3     NATURE CONSERVATION (KOALA) CONSERVATION PLAN AND SDAP STATE CODE 25 -
        DEVELOPMENT IN SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND KOALA HABITAT AREAS
The South-East Queensland Koala Conservation Strategy Koala Habitat Values mapping identifies that
Core Koala Habitat is mapped within the site. No Impacts to koala habitat are proposed therefore referral
to SARA for assessment against State Code 25 is not required.

7.4     VEGETATION MANAGEMENT ACT AND SDAP STATE CODE 16 - NATIVE VEGETATION CLEARING
The Department of Resources’ Vegetation Management Supporting Map identifies that Category B
regulated vegetation is mapped within the site. No impacts to regulated vegetation are proposed and
therefore referral to SARA for assessment against State Code 16 is not required.




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