Appendix J - Code Assessment · RAL25/0004

                                                         AO7.5                                                                Not applicable.
                                                         Buildings are designed to:
                                                         a) reflect the traditional Queensland vernacular;                    See AO7.1 comment.
                                                         b) suit the local subtropical climate;
                                                         c) incorporate lightweight materials such as timber;
                                                         d) be elevated above the ground on sloping or low-lying lots;
                                                         e) incorporate open verandahs, open balconies with transparent
                                                              or open balustrades or shaded patios for outdoor living; and
                                                         f) allow for landscaping integrated with the buildings on site.

                                                         Editor’s note—Refer to Figure AP3-6B for examples of traditional
                                                         Queensland vernacular design.
                                                         AO7.6                                                                Not applicable.
                                                         Boundary setbacks provide space for trees between buildings.
                                                                                                                              See AO7.1 comment.
Centres and Services
PO8                                                      No acceptable outcome provided                                       Not applicable
Cooroy town centre functions as a district centre with
a wide range of business and community functions,                                                                             The subject site is not in the Cooroy City Centre.
servicing Cooroy and surrounding hinterland
communities.
PO9                                                      AO9                                                                  Not applicable
Maple Street and Emerald Street function as              Development maintains the primacy of Maple Street and Emerald
traditional pedestrian orientated main streets and are   Street as attractive and pedestrian-friendly main streets with a     The subject site is not in the Cooroy City Centre.
the primary retail and commercial focus of the town.     concentration of retail and commercial uses.
Development in the District Centre zone:                 AO10                                                                 Not applicable
a) is sympathetic to the country town character and      Development in the District Centre zone:
   identity of Cooroy;                                   a) respects the layout, scale and character of development on        The subject site is not in the District Centre Zone.
b) complements the traditional built form, street           adjoining sites;
   pattern and streetscape;                              b) provides detailing and articulation for horizontal emphasis
c) is low-set single or double storey with second           including awnings, parapet walls or first floor balconies;
   storeys set back from the property frontage;          c) steps buildings to reflect the natural topographic character of
d) addresses the street;                                    the street as shown in figure 7.2.2.7 and figure 7.2.2.8;
e) creates vibrant and active spaces in the public
                                                         d) incorporates a fine grain shop front appearance extending to
   realm;
                                                            roof forms which are to vary between single tenancies,
f) provides continuous weather protection for               see figure 7.2.2.7 and figure 7.2.2.8;
   pedestrians; and
g) provides integrated and functional parking
                                                         e) where identified as primary active street frontage on Figure
                                                            7.2.2.4 (Cooroy Framework and Character Plan)-- provides
   and access arrangements that do not dominate
                                                            active street frontages that incorporate shopfronts,
   the street.
                                                            indoor/outdoor cafes and restaurants and other activities
                                                            that foster casual social and business interaction for