Table 6.2.2.3.a – Conservation zone code – assessable development Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes For assessable development Height PO1 The height of buildings and structures is compatible with the character of the area and does not adversely affect the amenity of the area. Note – A visual impact assessment may be required where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1. Planning scheme policy – Landscape values provides guidance on undertaking a visual impact assessment. Note – The setbacks stated in AO2.1 correspond with the height stated in AO1.1. Where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1, the proposed development will also be assessed against PO2. AO1.1 Buildings and structures are not more than 8.5 metres and 2 storeys in height. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. Setbacks PO2 Buildings and structures are set back from the boundaries of the site to maintain the character and amenity of the area. AO2.1 Buildings and structures are set back not less than: (a) 40 metres from the frontage to a state road; (b) 20 metres from the frontage to any road; (c) 10 metres from the side and rear boundaries. Uses and other development PO3 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone. AO3.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Site constraints PO4 Development is located, designed, operated and managed to respond to the characteristics, features and constraints of the site and its surrounds. Note - Planning scheme policy – Site assessments provides guidance on identifying the characteristics, features and constraints of a site and its surrounds. AO4.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Amenity PO5 Development complements, and is subservient to, the surrounding environment and is in keeping with the unique ecological and scenic values of the area. AO5.1 The exterior finishes and colours of development are non-reflective and complement the colours of the surrounding vegetation and view shed. PO6 Development is screened from view from the boundaries of adjoining premises and through appropriate landscaping which AO6.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided.
Note – The role and function of the hierarchy of centres is described 3.3.2 Element – Centres and centre activities within Part 3 Strategic framework. Note – A Centre need and impact assessment may be required to demonstrate compliance with this performance outcome. AO5.4 Department stores and supermarkets are not established within the Mixed use zone. Site constraints PO6 Development is located, designed, operated and managed to respond to the characteristics, features and constraints of the site and its surrounds. Note – Planning scheme policy – Site assessments provides guidance on identifying the characteristics, features and constraints of a site and its surrounds. AO6.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Additional requirements for Mixed use precinct 1 – Commercial PO7 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone and the outcomes sought for Mixed use precinct 1 – Commercial. AO7.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Additional requirements for Mixed use precinct 2 – Trades and services PO8 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone and the outcomes sought for use precinct 2 – Trades and services. AO8.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Additional requirements for Mixed use precinct 3 – Residential PO9 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone and the outcomes sought for Mixed use precinct 3 – Residential. AO9.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. PO10 Development is of a size, scale and design to complement the traditional character of the precinct. AO10.1 Development provides for the retention and/or adaptive re-use of buildings. AO10.2 Development complements the traditional residential and character of the area. Neighbourhood centre zone code Application This code applies to assessing development in the Neighbourhood centre zone. When using this code, reference should be made to Part 5.
Table 6.2.16.3.a – Open space zone code – self-assessable and assessable development Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes For self-assessable and assessable development Height PO1 The height of all buildings and structures is compatible with the character of the area and does not adversely affect the amenity of the area. Note – A visual impact assessment may be required where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1. Planning scheme policy – Landscape values provides guidance on undertaking a visual impact assessment. Note – The setbacks stated in AO2.1 correspond with the height stated in AO1.1. Where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1, the proposed development will also be assessed against PO2. AO1.1 Buildings and structures are not more than 8.5 metres in height. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. Setback PO2 Buildings and structures are setback to ensure that they are compatible with the amenity of the area and do not adversely affect other uses, particularly residential uses. AO2.1 Buildings and structures are set back not less than 6 metres from all boundaries. PO3 Car parking areas are set back from the boundaries of the site to ensure that they do not dominate the open space character of the site. AO3.1 Car parking areas are set back: (a) 2 metres from the road frontage/s of the site; (b) 6 metres from side and rear boundaries. PO4 Setbacks to car parking areas are landscaped to enhance the amenity of the site and to provide a buffer to adjacent residential land, residential uses and other sensitive sites. AO4.1 The setback between the road frontage/s and the car parking area is landscaped in accordance with the Landscaping code. AO4.2 The setback between the boundary with land included in a Residential zone and the car parking area is landscaped in accordance with the Landscaping code to provide a buffer to the residential land. Note – Refer to the definition of Residential zones contained in Schedule 1.2. Outdoor sport and recreation PO5 Development for outdoor and recreation does not adversely affect the amenity of the area. AO5.1 Development for outdoor sport and recreation does not include sports field lighting. For assessable development Uses and other development PO6 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone. AO6.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided.
rural residential development is contained within identified areas to prevent the loss and further fragmentation of agricultural land. Criteria for assessment Part A - Criteria for self-assessable and assessable development Table 6.2.18.3.a – Rural residential zone code – self-assessable and assessable development Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes For self-assessable and assessable development Height PO1 The height of all buildings and structures is in keeping with the amenity of adjoining premises and the rural residential character of the area. Note – A visual impact assessment may be required where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1. Planning scheme policy – Landscape values provides guidance on undertaking a visual impact assessment. Note – The site coverage stated in AO2.1 and setbacks stated in AO3.1 correspond with the height stated in AO1.1. a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1, the proposed development will also be assessed against PO2 and PO3. AO1.1 Buildings and structures are not more than 8.5 metres and 2 storeys in height. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. Site coverage PO2 The site coverage of all buildings and structures is in keeping with the rural residential character and amenity of the area. AO2.1 The site coverage is not more than 20%. Setbacks PO3 The setback of buildings and structures: (a) maintains the amenity of adjoining premises and the rural residential character of the area; (b) achieves separation from neighbouring buildings and frontages. AO3.1 Buildings and structures are set back not less than: (a) 10 metres from the frontage to a State road, Major rural road or road; (b) 6 metres from the frontage to any other road; (c) 6 metres from the side and rear boundaries of the site. For assessable development Uses and other development PO4 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone. AO4.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Site constraints PO5 Development is located, designed, operated and managed to respond to the characteristics, features and constraints of the site and its surrounds. AO5.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided.
from development where possible; adverse impacts of land use, both on-site and on adjoining areas, are avoided and any unavoidable impacts are minimised through location, design, operation and management; existing and future uses and activities are protected from the intrusion of incompatible uses. Criteria for assessment Part A - Criteria for self-assessable and assessable development 6.2.19.3.a – Rural zone code – self-assessable and assessable development Performance outcomes Acceptable outcomes For self-assessable and assessable development Height PO1 The height of all buildings and structures is in keeping with the amenity of adjoining premises and the rural character of the area. Note – A visual impact assessment may be required a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1. Planning scheme policy – Landscape values provides guidance on undertaking a visual impact assessment. Note – The setbacks stated in AO2.1 correspond with the height stated in AO1.1. Where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1, the proposed development will also be assessed against PO2. AO1.1 Buildings and structures are not more than 11 metres in height. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. Setbacks PO2 Buildings and structures are set back to: (a) maintain the rural character of the area; (b) achieve appropriate separation from agricultural activities occurring on adjoining premises; (c) achieve separation from neighbouring buildings and from road frontages. AO2.1 Buildings and structures are set back not less than: (a) 40 metres from the frontage to a road; (b) 10 metres from the frontage to a Major rural road; (c) 6 metres from any other road; (d) 6 metres from the side and rear boundaries of the site. For assessable development Uses and other development PO3 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone. AO3.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. PO4 Uses and development include those that: (a) promote rural activities such as agriculture, rural enterprises and small scale industries that serve rural activities; AO4.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided.
Height PO1 The height of buildings is compatible with the character of the area and does not adversely affect the amenity of the area. Note – The building height overlay code provides outcomes for height within Precinct 1 – Hospitals and allied medical. Note – A visual impact assessment may be required where a proposed development exceeds the height stated in AO1.1, AO1.2, AO1.3 or AO1.4. Planning scheme policy – Landscape values provides guidance on undertaking a visual impact assessment. AO1.1 Within Specialised centre precinct 2 - Showgrounds and major sports, buildings and structures are not more than 10 metres in height. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. AO1.2 Within Specialised centre precinct 2 - Showgrounds and major sports, structures for lighting are not more than 25 metres in height and do not include telecommunications facilities or low impact telecommunications facilities. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. AO1.3 Within Specialised centre precinct 2 – Showgrounds and major sports, structures for lighting are designed, constructed and operated in a manner which complies with: (a) AS4282-1997 Control of the obtrusive effects of outdoor lighting; (b) AS2560-2007 Sports lighting. AO1.4 Within Specialised centre precinct 3 – James Cook University, buildings and structures are not more than 15 metres in height. Note – Height is inclusive of the roof height. For assessable development Uses and other developments PO2 Development is consistent with the purpose and overall outcomes sought for the zone and the outcomes sought for the relevant precinct. AO2.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Site constraints PO3 Development is located, designed, operated and managed to respond to the characteristics, features and constraints of the site and its surrounds. Note – Planning scheme policy – Site assessments provides guidance on identifying the characteristics, features and constraints of a site and its surrounds. AO3.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Setbacks PO4 Front building setbacks are consistent with the prevailing setbacks in the street. AO4.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided.
locations and subject to detailed development requirements including: (a) being located in highly accessible locations; (b) their proximity with other similar uses; (c) providing for the identified convenience needs of the local community; (d) not impacting on the role and function of the hierarchy of centres within the region; (e) resulting in positive economic and social benefits for the community; (f) scale extensions to existing uses. Setbacks PO5 Buildings and structures are set back to: (a) maintain the character of the area; (b) achieve separation from neighbouring buildings and frontages. AO5.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Site constraints PO6 Development is located, designed, operated and managed to respond to the characteristics, features and constraints of the site and its surrounds. Note – Planning scheme policy – Site assessments provides guidance on identifying the characteristics, features and constraints of a site and its surrounds. AO6.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Amenity PO7 Development does not adversely affect the tropical, tourist and residential character and amenity of the area in terms of traffic, noise, dust, odour, lighting or other physical or environmental impacts. AO7.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Township zone code Application This code applies to assessing development in the Township zone. When using this code, reference should be made to Part 5. Purpose The purpose of the Township zone code is to provide for small to medium size urban settlements located in a rural or coastal area.
PO4 Non-industry activities compatible with the Waterfront and marine industry zone include those that: (a) do not compromise the operations of medium impact industry uses; (b) do not compromise the hierarchy of centres in the region; (c) complement waterfront and marine industry activities; (d) require large land holdings and/or buildings; (e) adequately cater for the individual car parking needs; (f) provide a service to the nearby workforce. AO4.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided. Site constraints PO5 Development is located, designed, operated and managed to respond to the characteristics, features and constraints of the site and its surrounds. Note – Planning scheme policy – Site assessments provides guidance on identifying the characteristics, features and constraints of a site and its surrounds. AO5.1 No acceptable outcomes are provided.