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     k) The scale and form of buildings and other structures are—
         i. designed to be responsive to the rural character and amenity of the locality;
         ii. designed to retain strong historical connections through the use of sensitive and
        traditional building forms; and
         iii. integrated into the landform and landscape;

     The proposed extensions continue the existing built form on the site and are clustered
     around existing buildings and cleared areas. The new buildings are generally small scale
     and located to minimize impacts on the surrounding environment.

     l) Residential development, for both residents and visitors consists of;
         i. low impact buildings of a domestic scale within densely landscaped settings; and
         ii. buildings that are well articulated and use traditional design elements consistent with
         the Queensland vernacular building style of the locality;

     Proposed extensions include small accommodation buildings scattered around the existing
     buildings with larger buildings having a floor area of around 110m2 which is smaller than
     traditional dwelling houses. The proposed extension maintains the bulk of the site in a
     landscape setting.

     q) Sustainable, well-designed and locally appropriate visitor accommodation and other
        tourism development are compatible with, promote and enhance landscape character,
        natural environment values and rural values;

     The proposed extensions to the Vipassana Centre have been designed to respect the natural
     environmental values of the site and provide a place where Vipassana meditation can be
     taught. The secluded nature of the site enables the Centre to offer courses that are free of
     distractions and respect the surrounding landscape.


5.2.2 Community Uses Code

The proposal has been reviewed against the provisions of the Community Uses Code and is
considered to comply with the outcomes refer Appendix I.


5.2.3 Landscaping Code

The proposal has been reviewed against the provisions of the Landscaping Code and is
considered to comply with the outcomes. Existing vegetation across the site will be retained where
possible and amenity landscaping provided around the proposed buildings.


5.2.4 Engineering Codes

The Driveways and Carparking Code details the following car parking requirements for Education
Type 3:

              Type 3 Adult                 1 space per employee; AND
                                           1 space per 10 students of driving age, plus a paved setdown
                                           area for buses




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