
Upcoming Amendments to the Noosa Plan 2020: What You Need to Know
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Posted May 23, 2024
Noosa Plan 2020, Town Planning
Noosa Shire is preparing for significant changes to the Noosa Plan 2020, and we want to ensure you are informed and ready.
These amendments aim to address housing choice and affordability issues, potentially impacting property owners and residents across the Shire.
At their meeting on 13 May 2024, Noosa Shire’s General Committee reviewed proposed amendments and endorsed them for public notification and community consultation.
This is a critical moment for the community to get involved and have their say.
Why These Changes Matter
The proposed amendments to the Noosa Plan 2020 are designed to tackle ongoing concerns about housing diversity and affordability.
While the exact details of the amendments are confidential until their release on 31 May 2024, we know they will involve important changes to definitions, zoning adjustments, and new requirements aimed at better meeting the housing needs of Noosa Shire.
What You Can Do Now
1. Stay Informed
- Subscribe to Updates: Make sure you’re on our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates about the Noosa Plan 2020 amendments as soon as they are released.
- Read Our Analysis: Once the amendments are public, we’ll provide a detailed analysis on our blog, helping you understand what the changes mean for you.
2. Review Your Property Interests with Our Experienced Town Planners
- RG Strategic’s experienced town planners are available to review your property interests and discuss any impacts or changes that may occur due to the planning scheme amendments. Our team of experts is here to help you navigate these changes and leverage potential opportunities.
- Call us at 07 5474 3873 or email us now to book a consultation.
Why Choose RG Strategic?
With decades of experience in town planning and a deep understanding of the Noosa Plan, RG Strategic is uniquely positioned to provide expert advice and tailored solutions.
Whether you’re a resident, property owner, or developer, we can help you understand and adapt to the forthcoming changes.
Key Areas of Focus
While we await the official release of the amendments, here are some anticipated areas of change based on the Council’s review process:
- Small Dwellings Near Centres: Potential requirements for small dwellings (less than 100sqm) within close proximity to key centres.
- Secondary Dwellings in Rural Areas: Clear guidelines for secondary dwellings in Rural and Rural Residential zones.
- Relocatable Home Parks: Extending consistent use provisions for retirement facilities to include relocatable home parks.
- Simplified Approvals for Rural Dwellings: Removing several requirements for accepted development of dwelling houses in rural zones.
- Zoning Map Amendments: Potential changes affecting key locations such as Doonella Street (Tewantin), Goodchap Street (Noosaville), Carramar (Cooroy Noosa Road, Tewantin), Ben Lexcen Drive (Sunrise Beach), and Garnet Street (Cooroy).
These anticipated changes are designed to create more housing options, simplify development processes, and better meet the community’s diverse housing needs.
Get Ready for the Changes
Don’t wait until the amendments are public to start planning.
Contact RG Strategic today to discuss how these changes could impact your development and how you can prepare. Stay ahead of the curve and ensure your plans align with the new regulations.
Stay tuned for our detailed analysis once the amendments are released on 31 May 2024.
Call us at 07 5474 3873 or email us now to book your consultation.
Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay ahead with RG Strategic.
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