SUPERSEDED - Approved Plans & Documents - OPW22 0299 · OPW22/0299

                                                                                                    Consult Arborist

                 4 S ITE F INDINGS AND O BSERVATIONS
                 The site is in the Noosa Council coastal suburb of Noosa Heads and is currently occupied by
                 two multi-residential units that are proposed for demolition to make way for the construction of
                 the new multi-dwelling complex.

                 The subject vegetation throughout the site consists of originally planted landscaping and
                 naturally occurring native trees of differing ages and conditions. The centre of the site contains
                 mainly older natives, while the road reserves are a mix of naturally occurring local natives,
                 formally planted trees, and mixed exotic understory.

                 The approved project design maximises the permittable building envelope of the two sites and
                 outdoor living areas. This design conflicts directly with the majority of the vegetation on the
                 site and the remaining vegetation are of Low retention value and would be unsuitable for
                 retention during the construction phase and the future use of the site.

                 Both road reserve verges are sloping in nature and the earthworks design shows shallow Cut
                 and Fill is required to facilitate the front wall, driveway, and conditioned formal footpaths.

                 Trees in the neighbouring properties of 8 Natasha and 22 Katharina are located close to the
                 site boundary. The civil design for the site requires the installation of deep continuous piers to
                 create the required inground retaining wall structure. These works will likely impact the
                 neighbouring trees and consultation with the owners is recommended. As per Noosa Council
                 conditions, this report response does not require neighbouring trees to be addressed.

                 4.1 RETENTION VALUE STATUS
                 The retention value status is based on industry-recognised methods of ascertaining the
                 retention value of a tree. The suitability of the tree for preservation or retention is based on the
                 individual qualities of each tree within the approved project design. By taking into consideration
                 the health, structural condition, aesthetics, age, size, longevity (Safe Useful Life Expectancy)
                 and ability to adapt to new environments the viability of the tree can be reasonably determined.
                 For trees in non-use areas (e.g., Open spaces) where a range in tree quality is appropriate,
                 all trees may be considered suitable, except for invasive species.

                 Suitability for Retention/Preservation Categories are:

                 •    High - Tree retention is the priority. The tree has high amenity, heritage and/or
                      environmental value. It is in reasonably good condition (any minor structural or health
                      problems can be mitigated), has a long life expectancy and can recover from injury or
                      respond to environmental changes.
                 •    Medium – Tree retention is desirable. The tree is in fair-good condition, is a locally
                      common species, the tree contributes to the aesthetics of its locality and should survive
                      for many years. The tree may have health or structural problems that can be mitigated
                      with treatment.
                 •    Low – Tree is not considered worthy of special measures to ensure its retention. The tree
                      is in poor condition with significant defects that cannot be mitigated, has a short Useful
                      Life Expectancy, or the tree is expected to decline regardless of treatment. The tree has
                      low value in the landscape or is an undesirable species.
                 •    Very Low - Tree removal is recommended. Trees are considered potentially hazardous,
                      very poor specimens, and/or may be environmental or noxious weeds.




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Document Set ID: 22190640
Version: 1, Version Date: 28/11/2022