Further submission from applicant 13.10.2023

13 October 2023


Councillors

Noosa Shire Council

9 Pelican Street,

Tewantin Qld 4565                                                                        By Email


Dear Councillors


Noosa Springs Boutique Hotel – Development Application


A few months ago, we sought a delay to the decision-making process after a resolution was passed at
Council’s Committee meeting to refuse the development application. Important factors relating to the hotel
proposal did not seem to have been considered by Councillors. We wanted time to gather additional
information, seek the views of residents, discuss the effects of the proposed hotel with key stakeholders and,
hopefully, persuade you to approve the hotel development.


We firmly believe the proposed boutique hotel development aligns with the strategic interests of the
community and presents numerous benefits including:


•   Partially addresses the critical demand for visitor accommodation rooms in the Noosa region and
    mitigates the chronic shortage of full-service luxury hotel accommodation.
•   Would make a substantial financial impact to the regional economy and provide high-quality career
    opportunities.
•   When combined with the existing sport and recreation facilities of Noosa Springs, provides a distinctive
    and enticing proposition for local tourism. It offers a different tourist experience away from other
    congested visitor nodes within Noosa.
•   Is aligned with the Tourism Noosa strategy, particularly in light of the approaching 2032 Olympics. We also
    believe it would be consistent with the Destination Management Plan currently being prepared for Noosa.
•   Promises substantial advantages for Noosa Springs’ residents and members.


Background


Noosa Springs is a master planned, integrated resort that comprises a vibrant residential community and high-
quality sport/recreation facilities, including an 18-hole championship golf course. The final element of the
master plan is visitor accommodation, and the original planning scheme envisaged a 200-room hotel. With
meticulous planning, pre-lodgement meetings with Council staff and formal presentations to Councillors, the
proposal for the hotel seemed to be looked upon favourably. A proposal for the boutique hotel was prepared


                                                                                                                 1