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BUSINESS PAPER

 

General Meeting

 

Wednesday 23 January 2013

 

Roma Administration Centre

 

NOTICE OF MEETING

 

Date: 23 January 2013

 

Mayor:                                                    Councillor R S Loughnan

 

Deputy Mayor:                                        Councillor W S Wason

Councillors:                                             Councillor J L Chambers

                                                              Councillor R J Denton

                                                              Councillor P J Flynn

                                                              Councillor W M Newman

                                                              Councillor C J O’Neil

                                                              Councillor M L Price

                                                              Councillor D J Schefe

 

Chief Executive Officer:                            Ms Julie Reitano

 

Senior Management:                                Mr Tony Klein (Director Community & Commercial Services)

                                                              Mr Barry Omundson (Director Infrastructure Services)

                                                              Mr Rob Hayward (Director Development & Environment Services)

 

Officers:                                                  Ms Jane Frith (Corporate Communications Officer)

 

Please find attached agenda for the General Meeting to be held at the Roma Administration Centre on January 23, 2013 at 9.00am.

Julie Reitano

Chief Executive Officer

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Item       Subject

No

1            Welcome

 

2            Present/Apologies

 

3            Confirmation of Minutes

              General  12 December 2012

 

4            Business arising from Minutes

 

5            On the Table  

 

6            Presentations/Petitions and Deputations

6.1         Presentation from Department Transport & Main Roads   2.30pm

The following representatives from Department Transport & Main Roads will address Council:

·    Neil Scales, Director-General

·    Matthew Longland, Deputy Director-General TransLink Division

·    Wayne McGovern, Regional Manager - Passenger Transport

·    Anthony Partridge, Operations Officer - Passenger Transport Services Branch, TransLink Division

 

 

7            Consideration of notices of business

 

8            Consideration of notices of motion  

 

9            Reception of notices of motion for next meeting

 

Reports

 

10          Executive Services

10.1      Proposed South West Queensland Regional Alliance

Prepared by:      Edward Sims, Manager - Major Projects, Economic Development & Tourism

Attachment :       SWQLGA_Minutes of meeting held 29 November 2012 - Quilpie doc

10.2      Councillor Attendance At Upcoming Conference - Queensland Information Centre Association 2013 Annual Conference

Prepared by:      Ryan Gittins, Coordinator - Business Development

Attachment :       2013 QICA conference program

 

11          Community Services

11.1      Inclusion of an additional logo and imagery for Community Care Services to be added to the Corporate Style Guide

Prepared by:      Melissa Wathen, Manager- Social Development

Attachment :       Community Care Services - Draft Logo and Imagery

11.2      Amendment to Royalties for Regions Flood Mitigation Project

Prepared by:    Susan Sands, Coordinator - Grants

11.3      Submission of Project Plan for funding under South West Queensland Flood Mitigation Fund

Prepared by:      Susan Sands, Coordinator - Grants

 

12          Corporate Services

12.1      Financial Sustainability Report for the period to 15th January 2013

Prepared by:      Alan Marchant, Manager - Finance

Attachment 1:     Monthly Report - Program YTD Figures - 15th January 2013

Attachment 2:     MONTHLY REPORT - INCOME EXPENDITURE STATEMENT 15TH JANUARY 2013

Attachment 3:     MONTHLY REPORT -BALANCE SHEET 15TH JANUARY 2013

 

13          Infrastructure

13.1      TMR PRELIMINARY DESIGN - WARREGO HIGHWAY UPGRADE MITCHELL TOWNSHIP

Prepared by:      Kym Downey, (Acting) Manager Asset & Design Services

Attachment 1:     GA-01- Highway upgrade - Mitchell town

Attachment 2:     Department of Transport and Main Roads - Warrego Highway Upgrade Mitchell Township to Existing Type 2 Breakdown facility west of Mitchell - 06/12/2012

13.2      Surat Water Supply Update

Prepared by:      Troy Pettiford, Manager - Utilities

Attachment :       Surat Water Usage Analysis

13.3      Surat Regional Aviation Access Program Funding

Prepared by:      Ben Jones, Manager - Airports

13.4      Provision of a bus shelter adjacent to the BP Service Station Arthur Street, Roma

Prepared by:      Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

14          Commercial Business

 

15          Planning & Environment

15.1      Material Change of Use - "Dual Occupancy" (File: 2012/18208)

Prepared by:      Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

Attachment :       Body of Report

15.2      Systematic Inspection Program

Prepared by:      Sandra Crosby, Manager - Environmental Health

15.3      Material Change of Use - "Dual Occupancy" (File: 2012/18209)

Prepared by:      Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

Attachment :       Body of Report

 

Status Reports

 

16          Executive Services

 

17          Community Service

 

18          Corporate Services

 

19          Infrastructure

 

20          Commercial Business

 

21          Planning & Environment

 

Next General Meeting

 

 

Confidential Items

 

In accordance with the provisions of section 275 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, a local government may resolve to close a meeting to the public and close the meeting to the public to discuss confidential items that it’s Councillors or members consider it necessary to close the meeting. 

 

Please note:

An attachment of the updated regulation will be provided to Councillors for use at the meeting.  Confidential reports for this meeting are referenced to section 72 of the Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010.  System parameters will be updated to reflect the Local Government Regulation 2012 for the General Meeting to be held on 13 February 2013.  

 

 

23          Confidential Items

C.1        Council Priorities for Tenancy of Horizon Housing Company SRC/CNF Housing

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(h) other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage.

C.2        Request to be exempted from paying rates by Council resolution.

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(d) rating concessions.

C.3        South St Land Development

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(h) other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage.

C.4        Roma Airport Staffing

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(a) the appointment, dismissal or discipline of employees.

C.5        Miscamble St Council Housing Development

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(h) other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage.

C.6        Roma Saleyards Master Plan

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(h) other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage.

C.7        Eulorel Road Access Issues

              Classification:         Closed Access

Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010 Section 72(e) contracts proposed to be made by it.

 

Councillor Business

 

23          Councillor Business

 

 

Closure


Minutes of the General Meeting of maranoa Regional Council held at Roma Administration Centre on 12 December 2012 commencing at 9.00am

 

ATTENDANCE

 

Mayor Cr. R S Loughnan chaired the meeting with, Cr. W S Wason, Cr. J L Chambers, Cr. R J Denton, Cr. PJ Flynn, Cr. W M Newman, Cr. C J O’Neil, Cr. M L Price, Cr. D J Schefe, Chief Executive Officer – Julie Reitano, Director - Community & Commercial Services – Tony Klein, Director - Corporate Services – Matthew McGoldrick, Director - Development & Environment Services – Rob Hayward, Director - Infrastructure Services – Barry Omundson, Manager - Major Projects, Economic Development & Tourism – Ed Sims, Coordinator - Business Development, Ryan Gittins, Corporate Communications Officer – Jane Frith, and Minutes Officer – Lauren Owen in attendance.

 

GUESTS

 

Baden Waldron representing Pinaroo Roma Inc., Greg Gibson representing Roma Rotary Club and Barbara Brennan representing Maranoa Retirement Village Auxiliary Sub Committee.

 

WELCOME

 

The Mayor welcomed all present and declared the meeting open at 9.08am.

 

APOLOGIES   

 

There were no apologies for the meeting.

 

Confirmation of Minutes

 

Resolution No. GM.419.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Chambers  

 

That the minutes of the General Meeting (21-28.11.12) held on 28 November 2012 be confirmed as amended below:

 

GM.403.12 –

Condition 20 to state “Each lot shall be connected with an approved source of potable water by way of an underground pipeline system.”

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

 

Business Arising FROM MiNUTES

 

There was no business arising from the minutes.

 

On the Table

 

There were no items for discussion on the table.

 

Presentations/Petitions and Deputations

 

There were no presentations/petitions or deputations at the meeting.

 

Consideration of notices of business

 

There were no notices of business for consideration.

 

 

 

 

Consideration of notices of motion

 

There were no notices of motion for consideration.

 

Reception of notices of motion for next meeting

 

No notices of motion were received for the next meeting.

 

Business

 

Executive Services

 

Item Number:                                   10.1

File Number: D12/38199

Subject Heading:                          Visit Maranoa Brochure Reprint

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Ryan Gittins, Coordinator - Business Development

Executive Summary: 

In 2010 Council produced the 59 page ‘Visit Maranoa Brochure’ to promote the diverse range of tourist attractions in the region. The Tourism Unit sought Council’s consideration on which print format would best suit the intended purpose of the brochure for future editions.

 

Resolution No. GM.420.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council endorse a reprint of the Visit Maranoa Brochure in the A5 and A4 formats. This combination will lead to an output of 5,000 and 10,000 brochures in A5 and A4 respectively for $24,191 (inc GST).

 

And;

 

The additional $4,191 be funded from a corresponding reduction in another area of the Tourism budget, with the transfer to be confirmed as part of the December quarterly review.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Business Development

 

 

Item Number:                                   10.2

File Number: D12/42763

Subject Heading:                          Injune Placemaking Strategy – CHIPS proposals

Location:                                          Injune

Applicant:                                         CHIPS group, Injune

Author and Officer’s Title:                Ryan Gittins, Coordinator - Business Development

Executive Summary: 

Council received a letter from the Cultural Heritage Injune Preservation Society (CHIPS) on 26 November requesting that Council consider amending the Injune Placemaking Strategy.

 

 

Council had previously approved this strategy, which outlines the future developments for the Injune Multipurpose Precinct, Hutton St.

 

Discussion:

Council’s Coordinator – Business Development provided a presentation to Council outlining the proposals made by CHIPS and the impacts these proposals would have on the Injune Placemaking Strategy.

 

Council discussed the site and ongoing maintenance costs.

 

Resolution No. GM.421.12

Moved Cr Flynn                                                            Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council:

 

  1. Approve proposal E (utilisation of the Courthouse to display memorabilia) as there are no construction or associated costs involved with that project. This proposal does not conflict with the Injune Placemaking Strategy.

 

  1. Approve amendments to the Injune Placemaking Strategy in accordance with proposals A-D stated above.

 

  1. Approve Proposal A (construction of museum) due to the significant donation of Mr Laycock ensuring limited financial impact on Council (aside from legal costs).

 

  1. Approve amendments to the Injune Placemaking Strategy to support proposals B & C. This approval would be subject to funding availability within the community of Injune (or other institution).

 

5.   Approve amendments to the Injune Placemaking Strategy to support proposal D (restoration of dwelling). This approval would be subject to a successful funding application through the Jupiters Casino Community Benefits Fund (or similar institution).

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Business Development

 

 

Item Number:                                   10.3

File Number: D12/42832

Subject Heading:                          Councillors' Attendance at Upcoming Conferences

Location:                                          Sydney

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Kelly Rogers, Coordinator - Executive Services

Executive Summary: 

Councillors must represent the current and future interest of residents.  In meeting that responsibility Councillors may determine it necessary and of value to attend a range of conferences that will enhance strategy and policy development, and inform the decision making of Council for the benefit of the local government area.

 

Resolution No. GM.422.12

Moved Cr Schefe                                                          Seconded Cr Newman  

 

That Council endorse the attendance of Councillors Joy Denton, Peter Flynn and Cameron O’Neil, and Manager Airports – Ben Jones, at the Regional Airport Development Conference on 19 – 21 February 2013 in Sydney.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Executive Services

 

 

Item Number:                                   10.4

File Number: D12/31034

Subject Heading:                          Lighting at Roma on Bungil Gallery

Location:                                          Roma on Bungil Art Gallery

Applicant:                                         Roma on Bungil Gallery Inc.

Author and Officer’s Title:                Matthew McGoldrick, Director - Corporate Services

Executive Summary: 

Roma on Bungil Gallery Inc. wrote to Council seeking replacement of the lighting system in the Roma on Bungil Gallery.  As funds for this upgrade were not included in the 2012/13 budget, Council’s consideration was sought in regard to allocating funds for this work.

 

Discussion:

Cr Newman requested that the lighting system review be extended to include Surat on Balonne Gallery.  Cr O’Neil enquired on the status of air conditioning in the building. The Director – Corporate Services advised that repairs have been undertaken and the issues have been resolved.

 

Resolution No. GM.423.12

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Wason  

That an investigation of lighting at the Roma on Bungil Gallery and Surat on Balonne Gallery be undertaken to determine the costs and benefits of different types of lighting for the gallery and that a report be prepared for Council in order that the expenditure, if any, can be approved for inclusion in a revision of the 2012/13 budget or the 2013/14 budget.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Corporate Services

 

 

Item Number:                                   10.5

File Number: D12/42930

Subject Heading:                          Constitutional Recognition for Local Government

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         No Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Kelly Rogers, Coordinator - Executive Services

Executive Summary: 

The Australian Local Government Association sent Council a letter strongly urging all councils to put forward a submission to the inquiry in support of constitutional recognition for local government.  

 

Resolution No. GM.424.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Chambers  

That the letter from Australian Local Government Association (ALGA), dated 22 November, 2012 be received and contents noted;

 

And;

 

That Council put forward a submission to the Commission in support of constitutional recognition for local government.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Executive Services

 

 

Item Number:                                   10.6

File Number: D12/43434

Subject Heading:                          Southern Queensland Country Tourism -Partnership Agreement and Business Plan

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Ryan Gittins, Coordinator - Business Development

Executive Summary:  

On 10 October 2012 Council resolved to retain membership with its current Regional Tourism Office - Southern Queensland Country Tourism (SQCT). Resolution GM.325.12 states that membership be subject to inclusion of a satisfactory “out clause” which would release Council from the agreement for its own reasons, on the first or subsequent anniversaries of the commencement date.

 

The SQCT partnership agreement has been completed, and does include a suitable exit clause. For this reason it was recommended that Council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to sign the partnership agreement and business plan provided by SQCT.

 

Resolution No. GM.425.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr Denton  

That Council:

 

  1. Endorse the Southern Queensland Country Tourism (SQCT) Partnership Agreement and Business Plan.

 

2.   Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to sign the SQCT Partnership Agreement.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Business Development

 

Community & commercial Services

 

Item Number:                                   11.1

File Number: D12/31747

Subject Heading:                          Residential Aged Care Places (Licences)

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Tony Klein, Director -  Community & Commercial Services

 

Executive Summary: 

Council has previously resolved to decommission the Maranoa Retirement Village on completion of the Mitchell Multi Purpose Health Service facility.  The matter of the future use of the twenty aged care places (licences) following decommissioning of the Maranoa Retirement Village was tabled for Council’s consideration.

 

Discussion:

The Chief Executive Officer presented Council with copies of correspondence received from the Hon. Bruce Scott MP and Maranoa Retirement Village Auxiliary Sub Committee in relation to this item.

 

The Mayor commented on the process undertaken to find a suitable solution for aged care in Mitchell and the MPHS separate charge on rate notices. 

 

Council discussed the benefits to residents of the proposed transfer of the 20 aged care licences to Pinaroo Roma Inc.

 

The Mayor congratulated Pinaroo Roma Inc. and Roma Rotary Club on the success of the Pinaroo facility and thanked Barbara Brennan for being in attendance on behalf of Maranoa Retirement Village Auxiliary Sub Committee.

 

Resolution No. GM.426.12

Moved Cr Schefe                                                          Seconded Cr Denton  

That Council:

 

  1. Apply to the Department of Health and Ageing to transfer 20 aged care places currently utilised at the Maranoa Retirement Village (MRV) to Pinaroo Roma Inc., subject to the retention of the places (licences) within the Maranoa Region, to take effect at the time of decommissioning the MRV and;

 

2.   Subject to the successful application to transfer the 20 aged care places to Pinaroo Roma Inc., do so at no charge to Pinaroo Roma inc.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Director -  Community & Commercial Services

 

 

Item Number:                                   11.2

File Number: D12/42393

Subject Heading:                          Regional Placemaking Projects

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Fiona Vincent, (Acting) Manager - Community Development

Executive Summary: 

$500,000 was endorsed in the 2012/13 Council budget for Placemaking projects. The allocation for Roma Placemaking (mid street crossing) is $250 000 and Injune Placemaking (build outs on Hutton Street) is $150,000.  Council’s approval was sought for the remaining $100,000 to be allocated to projects in Surat, Wallumbilla, Yuleba and Mitchell. 

 

 

Resolution No. GM.427.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr O'Neil  

Council approve the proposed Regional Placemaking projects for Mitchell, Yuleba, Wallumbilla and Surat, totalling $99,000.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

(Acting) Manager- Community Development

 

Cr. Newman declared a perceived conflict of interest in the following item as her grandchild accesses the facility and left the chambers prematurely at 9:56am taking no further part in the debate or discussion and not voting on the above item.

 

 

Item Number:                                   11.3

File Number: D12/42470

Subject Heading:                          Future Directions for Childcare in Surat

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Annette Gallagher, Coordinator - Community Care

Executive Summary: 

Officers have undertaken community consultation as part of Council’s process to investigate childcare models including long day care in Surat.

 

This report is a collation of an extensive survey in the Surat community and surrounding towns regarding the need for childcare models including long day care and the results of investigation by staff into, and the business viability of, child care models.

 

Resolution No. GM.428.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Chambers  

That Council endorse the following recommendations in relation to the delivery of childcare in Surat:

 

  1. At least until further investigation is undertaken, maintain the status quo of the current service delivery model.

 

  1. Investigate efficiency savings at an operational level of the current service delivery model.

 

  1. Continue the kindergarten program if possible and review efficiency measures.

 

  1. Investigate a community run childcare model.

 

5.   Develop a frequently asked questions document for use by Councillors in community engagement activities.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Community Care

 

At cessation of discussion on the abovementioned item, Cr. Newman entered the Chambers at 9:58am.

 

 

Corporate Services

 

Item Number:                                   12.1

File Number: D12/42455

Subject Heading:                          Proposed Amendment to Regulatory Fees and Commercial Charges

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Graham Tiffany, Manager - Development

Executive Summary: 

In the planning fees and charges, it has been identified that the charge for the “Contribution in Lieu of Parking Space – Roma Town Planning Scheme, Commercial and Industrial Zones” has been omitted.

 

Resolution No. GM.429.12

Moved Cr Schefe                                                          Seconded Cr Newman  

That the charge for “Contribution in Lieu of Parking Space – Roma Town Planning Scheme, Commercial and Industrial Zones” be inserted under the heading “Miscellaneous”, under Planning & Development in the Register of Regulatory Fees & Commercial Charges for the Maranoa Regional Council for the 2012/13 financial year;

 

And;

 

That this charge be set at $13,000 per parking space not provided on the site under development.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager - Development

 

 

Item Number:                                   12.2

File Number: D12/42456

Subject Heading:                          Letters Received from Various Ratepayers Regarding the MPHS Charge

Location:                                          Various

Applicant:                                         Various Ratepayers

Author and Officer’s Title:                Dana Harrison, Coordinator - Rates

Executive Summary: 

Council is in receipt of letters from various ratepayers in regard to the Mitchell Multi-Purpose Health Service charge on rates notices.

 

Discussion:

Cr Chambers enquired if letters are responded to on an individual basis, answering any questions in each piece of correspondence.  The Chief Executive Officer advised that whilst the core information is consistent, based on Council’s decision, significant effort does go into responding to points of particular interest to the resident, as raised in their initial correspondence.   In the case of petitions, the response is forwarded to the lead petitioner.

 

Cr Flynn enquired on the proportion of rates that has been paid to date.  The Director – Corporate Services advised that he would follow up on the matter.

The following information was advised later during the meeting:

 

Rates levied in October 2011 - $10,280,901.98

Rates outstanding after close of discount - $3,047,685.33

 

Rates levied in November 2012 - $12,019,208.08

Rates outstanding after close of discount - $2,799,572.76

 

Resolution No. GM.430.12

Moved Cr Flynn                                                            Seconded Cr Denton  

That Council:

 

  1. Receive and note the letters tabled.

 

  1. Respond to the residents including information about the resolution earlier in the meeting (Item 11.1).

 

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Chief Executive Officer

 

Resolution No. GM.431.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Flynn

 

That an update also be provided to the lead petitioners and residents whose correspondence was tabled at Council’s meeting on 26 October 2012.

 

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Chief Executive Officer



 

Item Number:                                   12.3

File Number: D12/42845

Subject Heading:                          Financial Sustainability Report for the period to 30 November  2012

Author and Officer’s Title:                Alan Marchant, Manager- Finance

Executive Summary: 

The Financial Sustainability Report for the period to 30 November 2012 was presented for Council’s consideration.

 

Cr Chambers advised that following receipt of the agenda, and prior to the meeting, she mentioned to the Director – Corporate Services her preference for future reports to include the comparison to last year, the actual figures for this year and the original budget figure.  (i.e. Previous Year Actuals, Current Year Actuals, Commitments, Original Budget, Pro Rata Budget & % Pro Rata Budget).

 

Resolution No. GM.432.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That:

 

  1. The progressive Financial Statements for the period to 30 November 2012 as included in the Financial Sustainability Report be received subject to audit.

 

  1. Future reports include Previous Year Actuals, Current Year Actuals, Commitments, Original Budget, Pro Rata Budget & % Pro Rata Budget.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager- Finance

 

Subject Heading:          suspension of standing orders

Council adjourned for morning tea at 10.19am.

 

Subject Heading:          resumption of standing orders

Council resumed the meeting at 10.59am.

 

 

Item Number:                                   12.4

File Number: D12/42949

Subject Heading:                          Santos Terms of Access - Lot 3 on RP58526

Location:                                          Pony Hills District

Applicant:                                         Santos

Author and Officer’s Title:                Matthew McGoldrick, Director - Corporate Services

Executive Summary: 

Santos is seeking approval to carry out works on Lot 3 on RP58256 on the Injune Taroom Road in the Pony Hills district.  This parcel of land is approximately 30 hectares in size and is vacant land.  Santos plans to install pipes, a gas well and gas pipe lines through and cutting across the property.

 

Discussion:

Council discussed the location of the site and if Council should be entitled to receive compensation as a result of the gas well being on Council land.

 

Resolution No. GM.433.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Chambers  

That Council give in principle support for Santos to install a gas flow line, a gas well and other infrastructure on Lot 3 on RP58256 in accordance with the Terms of Access dated 1 July 2011, subject to further compensation negotiations.

 

NO VOTE TAKEN                                                                                                         

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Corporate Services

 

InfrastructurE Services

 

Cr. Flynn declared a potential ‘Conflict of Interest’ in the following item due to his personal business operations out of the Roma Airport being owner of Maranoa Travel and left the Chambers at 11:02am taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   13.1

File Number: D12/42454

Subject Heading:                          Skytrans - Toowoomba Roma Flight Route

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Barry Omundson, Director - Infrastructure Services

Executive Summary: 

Skytrans, a medium sized aeroplane company requested Council assist in its application to introduce scheduled air services between Toowoomba and Roma, via the provision of a supporting letter.  Council has yet to establish its policy in this regard.

 

Discussion:

Cr Chambers commented on the possible benefits to the community.

 

Cr Schefe also commented on the benefits, but noted that implementing the flight route may make it easier for businesses to be based in Toowoomba rather than Roma (Fly in/fly out), resulting in a loss for the Maranoa community.

 

Resolution No. GM.434.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council support the introduction of scheduled air services between Toowoomba and Roma and advise Skytrans of its decision.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Infrastructure Services

 

At cessation of discussion on the abovementioned item, Cr. Flynn entered the Chambers at 11:09am.

 

 

Item Number:                                   13.2

File Number: D12/42557

Subject Heading:                          State Emergency Service Subsidy Program Submission

Author and Officer’s Title:                Sarah Kettle, Acting Support Officer – Emergency Management Administration & Infrastructure

Executive Summary: 

The State Emergency Service Subsidy Program closed for submissions on Friday 7 December. Maranoa Regional Council, on behalf of the region’s SES units applied for funding for insulated accommodation units for evacuation centre stock which is currently not housed appropriately to gain the most benefit from the items.

 

Resolution No. GM.435.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council endorse officers’ actions to apply for 75% funding from the State Government for the project total of $23,375.00 inc GST.

 

Further, that Council confirm that its contribution of 25% ($5,843.75) is to be contained in the existing Emergency Services budget.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Acting Support Officer – Emergency Management Administration & Infrastructure

 

 

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   13.3

File Number: D12/43165

Subject Heading:                          Request for the Construction of a one (1) Kilometre upgrade of Corfe Road

Location:                                          Corfe Road

Applicant:                                         Mr D Forbes

Author and Officer’s Title:                Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

Executive Summary: 

Council received a request from Mr D Forbes who has a residence under construction at 414-444 Corfe Road. 

 

Mr Forbes advised that there is a 1 kilometre long black soil road leading to his entrance which he would like to have gravelled.  Mr Forbes advised that he has the necessary equipment to construct the road.

 

Discussion:

Council discussed the location of the site, obligations of local government in regards to road access and costing of the proposed road construction.

 

Cr Newman enquired if the road is already physically present and if so, would the request be classified as an upgrade rather than an extension.

 

Cr O’Neil advised that the road is already in existence and that it would be classified as an upgrade.

Cr O’Neil requested that the Manager – Infrastructure Planning calculate the cost of the gravel, excluding carting costs.

 

Council discussed associated ongoing maintenance costs of the proposal.

 

ACTION:

 

That the matter lay on the table for further discussion at a later point during the meeting.

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   13.4

File Number: D12/43268

Subject Heading:                          Maranoa Laundry Damaged Goods Claim

Location:                                          28 Quintin St

Applicant:                                         Michael Wright

Author and Officer’s Title:                Paraic Butler, Graduate Engineer

Executive Summary: 

Michael Wright, owner of Maranoa Laundry, requested that Council reimburse Maranoa Laundry for damage to linen, allegedly caused by the contamination of water supply on 18 August 2012.

 

Resolution No. GM.436.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council:

 

 

  1. Not accommodate the request to reimburse Maranoa Laundry $6,600 for the replacement of damaged linen on the basis that no photographic evidence or receipts for the replacement of damaged goods were supplied to Council.

 

2.   If further evidence is supplied, Council review the circumstances at that point.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Graduate Engineer

 

 

Cr. Newman declared a perceived conflict of interest in the following item as her family’s business has undertaken work for both parties at the mentioned properties and left the Chambers at 11:46am taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   13.7

File Number: D12/43444

Subject Heading:                          Eulorel Road Access Issues

Location:                                          Eulorel Road

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

Executive Summary: 

A long standing property access issue exists on Eulorel Road off Maranoa Road.  A resident is blocking traffic from the AA Company’s property that wish to access Eulorel Road for the transport of stock from their property.

 

Discussion:

Cr Price requested that Council gain legal advice on the matter.

 

Resolution No. GM.437.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr O'Neil  

 

That the matter lay on the table until the next General Meeting of Council, so that legal advice can be sought.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

At cessation of discussion on the abovementioned item, Cr. Newman entered the Chambers at 11:57am.

 

Item Number:                                   13.5

File Number: D12/43466

Subject Heading:                          Asset Management Plans

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Barry Omundson, Director - Infrastructure Services

Executive Summary: 

Council previously reviewed “core” Asset Management Plans for all key infrastructure types at a workshop in May. 

 

These plans have been submitted to the Queensland Government Department of Local Government in accordance with their requirements.  Formal endorsement of the plans is now sought.

 

It is envisaged that with the restructured role of Manager – Design & Asset Services and new position of Coordinator – Asset Management (to be recruited) an enhanced focus will occur for this significant area of Council’s operations. 

 

Resolution No. GM.438.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Chambers  

 

That Council endorse the Maranoa Regional Council Summary Asset Management Plan (April 2012) and core Asset Management Plans for Transport (March 2012), Building and Community Assets (March 2012), Gas Utilities and Waste Facility Assets (April 2012) and Recreational Assets (April 2012). 

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Infrastructure Services

 

Item Number:                                   13.6

File Number: D12/43436

Subject Heading:                          Grid Application Fee

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

Executive Summary: 

Council approval was sought for the adoption of an interim charge for the licensing of gates and grids.

 

Discussion:

Cr Wason enquired on licensing requirements for existing grids.     Some discussion took place about which grids the current item (13.6) would relate to.     The Manager – Infrastructure Planning and Chief Executive Officer confirmed that the fees being proposed are only for new gate and grid applications pending the new policy.     The final policy will address the requirements of existing grids and gates.

 

Cr. O'Neil left the Chambers at 12:11pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Resolution No. GM.439.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr Wason  

That Council adopt an interim charge of $250 for the licensing of a gate and grid combination or a gate on its own.

 

The renewal fee be $100, after the ten year currency period (subject to the final policy) for the relevant licence expires.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

Cr. O'Neil entered the Chambers at 12:13pm.

 

 

development & Environment Services

 

Item Number:                                   15.1

File Number: D12/42128

Subject Heading:                          Request for change of condition for a PRELIMINARY APPROVAL FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE – UNDEFINED USE (WORKERS’ CAMP – 848 ROOMING UNITS, SITUATED AT 44564 WARREGO HIGHWAY, ROMA QLD 4455 - LOT 53 ON SP217817.

Location:                                          44564 Warrego Highway, Roma QLD 4455 (Lot 53 on           SP217817)

Applicant:                                         Consolidated Properties Pty Ltd C/- McArthur Planning &     Development Pty Ltd PO Box 3185, Tarragindi QLD 4121

Author and Officer’s Title:                Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

Executive Summary: 

A request has been received to change a condition relating to an application that sought a Preliminary Approval to carry out a Material Change of Use – Undefined Use (Workers’ Camp – 848 rooming units): varying the effect of the Local Planning Instrument under section 242 of SPA, on land fronting the Warrego Highway (east of but not fronting Roslyn Drive), Roma Qld 4455 and described as Lot 53 on SP217817. 

 

Resolution No. GM.440.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr Schefe  

That Council refuse the application to change condition 17 of the Preliminary Approval for Material Change of Use – Undefined Use (Workers’ Camp – 848 rooming units) and Preliminary Approval varying the effect of the Local Planning Instrument under s.242 of SPA, at 44564 Warrego Highway, Roma QLD 4455.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      6/3

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Planning

 

 

Item Number:                                   15.2

File Number: D12/42377

Subject Heading:                          Development Application for Material Change of Use and ERA 21 – Motor Vehicle Workshop Operation (File: 2012/18251)

Location:                                          Billy Bob Way, Roma Qld 4455 (part of Lot 12 on SP226952)

Applicant:                                         Traymar (Qld) Pty Ltd

Author and Officer’s Title:                Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

Executive Summary: 

Traymar (Qld) Pty Ltd sought approval for a Material Change of Use to establish a Showroom, Industry (Medium Impact Industry) and Caretaker’s Residence on Lot 12 SP226952, situated at Billy Bob Way, Roma. 

 

Resolution No. GM.441.12

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Chambers  

 

 

Preamble

1.    Refer to http://www.cmdg.com.au/ for the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG).

 

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR MATERIAL CHANGE OF USE – INDUSTRY, SHOWROOM AND CARETAKER’S RESIDENCE - STAGE 1 & STAGE 2

 

General

 

1.     Complete and maintain the approved development as follows: (i) in accordance with development approval documents and (ii) strictly in accordance with those parts of the approved development which have been specified in detail by the Council or Referral Agency unless the Council or Referral Agency agrees in writing that those parts will be adequately complied with by amended specifications.

 

2.    Complete and maintain all operational, building and plumbing and drainage work associated with this development approval, including work required by any of the development approval conditions

 

3.    Maintain the approved development being a Material Change of Use – ‘Industry’, ‘Showroom’ and ‘Caretaker’s Residence’ in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document number

Plan/Document name

Date

WES-211-ROM SD – 100 ISSUE J

Title Sheet

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 101 ISSUE L

Ground Site Plan - Stage 1

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 102 ISSUE H

Ground Floor Plan

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 103 ISSUE G

First Floor Plan

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 105 ISSUE D

Ground Site Plan - Stage 2 

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 106 ISSUE A

Car Wash Detail

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 200 ISSUE A

Elevations

12/03/2012

WES-211-ROM SD – 800 ISSUE A

Perspectives

12/03/2012

SKC-09 Rev A

Erosion and Sediment Control Plan

11/10/2012

2012.214.200 Version 2

West Star Roma Engineering Services Report

09/2012

CMDG D5

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Stormwater Drainage Design D5 Design Guidelines

03/2012

CMDG D12

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Sewerage Reticulation D12 Design Guidelines

10/2007

CMDG D11

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Water Reticulation D11 Design Guidelines

10/2001

 

4.    During the course of constructing the works, the developer shall ensure that all works are carried out by appropriately qualified persons and the developer and the persons carrying out and supervising the work shall be responsible for all aspects of the works, including public and worker safety, and shall ensure adequate barricades, signage and other warning devices are in place at all times.

 

5.    Any damage to roads and infrastructure that is attributable to the progress of works on the site or vehicles associated with the development of the site must be repaired to Council’s satisfaction or the cost of repairs paid to Council.

 

6.    All civil and related work shall be designed and supervised by RPEQ Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland (RPEQ) who are competent in the construction of the works.

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

7.    Major and minor event stormwater drainage systems are to be provided for the development site in accordance with the Queensland Urban Drainage Manual (QUDM) (Volume 1 text, Volume 2 Design Charts), Australian Rainfall and Runoff (Volume 1 A guide to Flood Estimation) and CMDG – D5 Design Guidelines ‘Stormwater Drainage Design’.

 

8.    Stormwater must not be allowed to pond on the property being developed during the development process and after the development has been completed unless the type and size of ponding has been agreed in writing by the Council or as a specific development approval condition.

 

9.    Any increases in volume, concentration or velocity of stormwater from the property being developed must be channelled to lawful points of discharge or to other storage or dispersal arrangements which must all be agreed in writing by the Council.

 

10.   There must be no increases in any silt loads or contaminants in any overland flow from the property being developed during the development process and after the development has been completed.

 

11.   The stormwater disposal system must be designed to include appropriate pollution control devices or methods to ensure no contamination or silting of creeks or other waterways.

 

Siteworks

 

12.   All construction works on site to be undertaken in accordance with the Institute of Engineers (Australia) (IEAUST) Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Engineering Guidelines for Queensland Construction sites. 

 

Erosion Control

 

13.   If there is a possibility of erosion or silt or other materials being washed off the property being developed during the development process, the developer must document and implement a management plan that prevents this from occurring.

 

14.   Measures shall be applied to prevent site vehicles tracking sediment and other pollutants onto adjoining roads during the course of the construction period and to prevent dust nuisance during construction.

 

15.   Should it be necessary for the road and/or drainage system to be reinstated or cleaned up due to erosion and/or sedimentation from the site, then such works shall be undertaken at no cost to Council.  

 

Environmental

 

16.   The developer shall immediately clean up and satisfactorily remove any deposited construction material or silt runoff from the development site.

 

 

 

 

Services

 

17.   The development shall be connected to Council’s reticulated water supply system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA03-2002 Water Reticulation Code of Australia (version 2.3), and CMDG – D11 Design Guidelines ‘Water  Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

18.   The development shall be connected to Council’s reticulated sewerage disposal system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA02-2002 Sewerage Code of Australia (version 2.3), and CMDG – D12 Design Guidelines ‘Sewerage  Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

19.   The development is to be connected to a reticulated electricity supply service in accordance with the relevant service provider’s requirements and specifications along with relevant building standards, requirements and specifications (as relevant).

 

20.   If the premises is connected to a telecommunications service, then such works shall be undertaken in accordance with the relevant service provider’s requirements and specifications along with relevant building standards, requirements and specifications (as relevant).

 

21.   All services installation, including sewer, water, gas, electricity and telecommunications connections to the respective networks, must comply with (i) the development approval conditions, (ii) any relevant provisions in the planning scheme for the area, (iii) Council’s standard designs for such work where such designs exist  (iv) the CMDG (v) any relevant Australian Standard that applies to that type of work and (vi) any alternative specifications that Council has agreed to in writing and which the developer must ensure do not conflict with any requirements imposed by any applicable laws and standards.

 

22.   Any conflicts associated with proposed and existing services shall be forwarded by the developer to the appropriate controlling authority for approval for any proposed changes.

 

Access, Car parking and Manoeuvring

23.   The landowner shall be responsible for construction and maintenance of vehicle crossovers from the road carriageway to the property boundary and for obtaining any approvals that may be required and for complying with the applicable designs and standards.

 

24.   Vehicle access from Billy Bob Way to the development site is to be at the location of the existing crossover identified on the development site plan.  No additional vehicle accesses to the development site shall be established without the prior consent of Council.

 

25.   Vehicles entering and exiting the development site must be able to enter and leave in forward direction.  Reversing out of development site is not permitted.  Vehicle manoeuvres in this regard are to be totally contained within the development site boundaries.

 

26.   All vehicle movements within the site are to be clear of proposed parking areas, buildings and landscape treatments. Vehicle parking bays must not encroach into swept paths for vehicle movements onsite.

 

27.   Vehicle access and manoeuvring areas are to comply with AS/NZS 2890.1:2004 Parking facilities Part 1: Off-street car parking.

 

28.   Service vehicle access and manoeuvring is to be designed in accordance with AS/NZS 2890.2:2004 - Parking facilities Part 2: Off-street commercial vehicle facilities requirements.

 

29.   Parking bay configurations (width and lengths) to be in accordance with AS/NZS 2890.1:2004 Parking Facilities Part 1: Off-Street Car Parking.

 

30.   Disabled car parking bays shall be designed in accordance with AS/NZS 2890.6:2009 Parking Facilities Part 1: Off-Street Car Parking.

 

31.   No on-street parking is permitted at the frontage of the development site at any time.

 

32.   All vehicular access and related items must comply with (i) the development approval conditions, (ii) any relevant provisions in the planning scheme for the area including Schedule 2: “Standards for Roads, Car Parking, Access and Manoeuvring Areas”, (iii) Council’s standard designs for such work where such designs exist, (iv) any relevant Australian Standard that applies to that type of work and (vi) the CMDG and (vii) any alternative specifications that Council has agreed to in writing and which the developer must ensure do not conflict with any requirements imposed by any applicable laws and standards.

 

Signage and Linemarking

 

33.   Signage and line marking is to be provided in accordance with MUTCD requirements and AS/NZS 2890.1:2004 – Parking facilities Part 1: Off-street car parking.

 

34.   Pavement line marking to be provided to delineate vehicle parking bays provided onsite.

 

Landscaping

 

35.   Vegetation is to be established prior to commencement of any approved uses on the site and groundcovers should fully cover vegetated areas within one (1) year of planting.

 

Rubbish Collection

 

36.   Waste containers shall be placed in a screened area, accessible by the vehicles used by Council, its agents and/or others.  At all times while the use continues, waste containers shall be maintained in a clean and tidy state and shall be emptied and the waste removed from the site on a regular basis.

 

Advertising Signs

 

37.   Any proposed advertising signage is subject to a further development approval unless compliant with the self-assessable development provisions of the planning scheme. 

 

38.   Any free-standing advertising signage or structure to be constructed on site shall be designed by an RPEQ (Structural) Engineer and certification provided for both design and construction. 

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

39.   During the establishment of the approved development, no nuisance is to be caused to adjoining properties and occupiers by the way of smoke, dust, rubbish, contaminant, stormwater discharge or siltation at any time, including non-working hours.

 

40.   There must not be unreasonable or sustained levels of noise or odour and no nuisance caused to adjoining properties during the course of the construction works.

 

41.   Any air conditioning, generator, refrigeration, pump, exhaust, fans, or other equipment must be acoustically screened to ensure noise levels do not exceed 5dB above the background noise level.

 

42.   Lighting of the site, including any security lighting, shall be such that the lighting intensity does not exceed 8.0 lux at a distance of 1.5 metres from the site at any property boundary.

 

43.   All lighting shall be directed or shielded so as to ensure that no glare directly affects nearby properties.

 

44.   The area and its surrounds shall be kept in an orderly fashion, free of rubbish and clear of weeds and long grasses.  The approved development and the premises are to be maintained in a clean and tidy condition and not to pose any health and safety risks to the community.

 

Wash Bay

 

45.   The proposed vehicle wash bays shall be connected to sewer drainage in accordance with AS3500 (relevant sections). A trade waste approval will be required for this connection with waste generated being passed through a trade waste pit prior to discharge to Council sewer.

 

46.   Developer to install a coalescing plate separator in addition to a triple interceptor in order to effectively remove petroleum oils from contaminated wastewater that will be generated on site through the wash down bay.

 

47.   Water discharges from the activity shall comply with any Environmental Protection Policy (Water) that shall from time to time be proclaimed.

 

48.   The activity must be carried out by such practicable means necessary to prevent or minimise the release of contaminants by rainfall and stormwater runoff.

 

Use

 

49.   The approved Caretaker’s Residence is to be occupied only by persons responsible for the security, maintenance and/or management of the premises.

 

50.   All conditions of approval related to the establishment of the approved development must be fulfilled prior to any approved uses commencing on the site.

 

51.   The developer must notify Council upon completion of the conditions of approval and prior to the commencement of any approved uses on the site.

 

No Cost to Council

 

52.   Services and infrastructure required in connection with the establishment of the approved development must be provided at no cost to Council.

 

53.   The developer is responsible for meeting all costs associated with the approved development unless there is specific agreement by other parties, including the Council, to meeting those costs.

 

54.   All rates and charges of any description and all arrears of such rates and charges, together with interest outstanding thereon, on the land, due to Council, shall be paid to the Council prior to construction commencing.

 

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR STAGE 1

 

Landscaping

 

55.   Landscaping is to be established adjacent to the full perimeter of the development site excluding the location of vehicle access, in accordance with approved drawing “Stage 1 Proposal” WES-211-ROM SD 101 Rev L, dated 12/03/2012.  Vegetation is to comprise a mix of trees, shrubs and groundcovers.

 

 

 

Access, Car parking and Manoeuvring

 

56.   Provide 46 onsite car parking spaces, including one (1) space for persons with disabilities, in accordance with the approved drawing “Stage 1 Proposal” WES-211-ROM SD-101 Rev L dated 12/03/2012.

 

57.   All car parking spaces, access and manoeuvring areas are to be sealed with an approved impervious surface to the extent identified on the approved plan “Stage 1 Proposal” WES-211-ROM SD-101 Rev L dated 12/03/2012. Surfacing shall consist of either patterned concrete, reinforced concrete, concrete pavers, segmental clay pavers, asphaltic hotmix or two coat (primerseal/seal) bitumen seal.

 

Infrastructure Contributions

 

58.   An infrastructure contribution, in accordance with Council’s adopted Priority infrastructure Plan, of $104,982.50 is payable to the Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencement of construction of Stage 1.

 

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR STAGE 2

 

Landscaping

 

59.   Landscaping is to be provided adjacent to the perimeter of the site to the extent detailed on approved drawing “Stage 2 Proposal” WES-211-ROM SD-105 Rev D, dated 12/03/2012.  Vegetation is to comprise a mix of trees, shrubs and groundcovers.

 

Access, Car parking and Manoeuvring

 

60.   Provide an additional eight onsite car parking spaces in accordance with the approved drawing “Stage 2 Proposal” WES-211-ROM SD-105 Rev D dated 12/03/2012.

 

61.   All car parking spaces, access and manoeuvring areas are to be sealed with an approved impervious surface to the extent identified on the approved plan “Stage 2 Proposal” WES-211-ROM SD-105 Rev D dated 12/03/2012. Surfacing shall consist of either patterned concrete, reinforced concrete, concrete pavers, segmental clay pavers, asphaltic hotmix or two coat (primerseal/seal) bitumen seal.

 

Infrastructure Contributions

 

62.   An infrastructure contribution, in accordance with Council’s adopted Priority infrastructure Plan, of $11,420.00 is payable to the Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencement of construction of Stage 2.

 

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL APPLICABLE TO ERA 21 – MOTOR VEHICLE WORKSHOP OPERATION

 

The standard conditions are set out below. Please note, contravention of any standard condition is an offence and may incur prosecution proceedings.  All the conditions printed in bold can attract an infringement notice (on-the-spot fine) if contravened.

 

1.1 General conditions

 

(a)        Environmental harm is not authorised by this Authority except to the extent that the harm is expressly authorised by a condition of this Authority.

 

(b)        The Holder must not change, replace or operate any plant or equipment installed at the Premises if the change, replacement or operation increases, or is likely to substantially increase, the risk of environmental harm.

 

(c)        The Holder must keep a copy of this Authority in a location readily accessible to personnel carrying out this activity.

 

(d)        The Holder must keep all records and documents required to be kept by a condition of this Authority at the premises for a period of not less than 12 months and make the records and documents available for examination by an Authorised Person immediately upon request.

 

(e)        The Holder must at all times install plant and equipment necessary to comply with the conditions of this Authority.

 

(f)         The Holder must at all times maintain plant and equipment in proper working order.

 

1.2 Air

 

(a)        A noxious or offensive odour must not be emitted beyond the boundaries of the Premises.

 

(b)        No particulate matter or visible contaminant, including dust, smoke, fumes   and aerosols likely to cause environmental harm is to emanate beyond the boundaries of the Premises.

 

(c)        Light sources at the Premises must be positioned and shielded to prevent    light spillage outside the boundaries of the Premises.

 

1.3 Water

 

(a)        Contaminants or contaminated water must not be directly or indirectly released from the Premises or to the ground or groundwater at the Premises except for:

 

            (i)         Uncontaminated Overland Stormwater flow;

            (ii)        Uncontaminated Stormwater to the stormwater system; or

(iii)       Contaminants released to sewer under and in accordance with a trade waste permit granted by the local government under the Sewerage and Water Supply Act 1949.

           

(b)        Releases to water must not cause any visible oil slick or other visible evidence of oil or grease, nor contain visible, grease, scum, litter or floating oil.

 

(c)        The Holder must ensure that:

 

(i)         maintenance and cleaning of equipment (including vehicles and plant) is carried out in an area where contaminants cannot be released into stormwater drainage, a roadside gutter, a water or onto unsealed ground.

(ii)        any spillage of contaminants is cleaned up immediately by a method other than hosing, sweeping or otherwise releasing the contaminants into stormwater drainage, a roadside gutter or a water.

(iii)       incident rainfall and overland flow of stormwater does not contact contaminants (for example, areas with contaminants should be roofed or be protected by diversion drains).

 

1.4 Noise

 

If a complaint (other than a frivolous or vexatious complaint) is made to the Administering Authority about noise from the Premises, the emission of noise from the Premises must not exceed the levels specified in Table 1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 1

 

Noise limits at a Noise Sensitive Place

Period 

Noise level measured as the Adjusted Maximum Sound Pressure Level

  7 am to   6 pm           

Background Noise Level plus 5dB(A)

  6 pm to 10 pm

Background Noise Level plus 5dB(A)

10 pm to   7 am

Background Noise Level plus 3dB(A)

Noise limits at a Commercial Place

Period 

 

Noise level measured as the Adjusted Maximum Sound Pressure Level

  7 am to   6 pm           

Background Noise Level plus 10dB(A)

  6 pm to 10 pm           

Background Noise Level plus 10dB(A)

10 pm to   7 am           

Background Noise Level plus 8dB(A)

 

1.5 Waste

 

(a)        Nothing is to be burned at the Premises and nothing is to be removed from the Premises and burnt elsewhere.

 

(b)        Where regulated waste is removed from the Premises, records must be kept of the following:

            (i)         the date, quantity and type of waste removed;

(ii)        the name of the waste transporter and/or disposal operator that removed the waste; and

            (iii)       the intended treatment/disposal destination of the waste.

 

(c)        A contaminant (including a waste) must not:

            (i)         be buried at the Premises; or

            (ii)        be in contact with soil at the Premises; or

(iii)       directly or indirectly seep or penetrate into the soil or groundwater at the Premises.

 

1.6 Release monitoring and registers

 

(a)        A complaints register must be kept at the Premises and all complaints received about the Activity must be recorded in the register with the following details:

 

(i)         time, date and nature of complaint;

(ii)        type of communication (telephone, letter, personal, etc);

(iii)       name, contact address and contact phone number of the complainant (if the complainant does not wish to be identified then ‘not identified’ is to be recorded);

(iv)       response and investigation undertaken in response to the complaint;

(v)        name of the person responsible for investigating the complaint; and

(vi)       action taken as a result of the complaint and the investigation and the signature of or under the authorisation of the Holder.

 

(b)        An incidents register must be kept at the Premises and it must record any incidents including but not limited to:

 

            (i)         any fire at the premises;

            (ii)        any release not in accordance with this Authority.

 

 

 

 

 

1.7 Definitions

 

“Activity” means the environmentally relevant activity described in the Environmental Protection Regulation 1998 as:

 

ERA 21 Motor vehicle workshop operation - operating a workshop on a commercial basis or in the course of carrying on a commercial enterprise involving maintaining mechanical components, engine cooling radiators or body panels; spray-painting body panels; and detailing or washing relating to motor vehicles.”

 

“Adjusted Maximum Sound Pressure Level” means the average maximum A-weighted sound pressure level, adjusted for noise character and measured over a time period of not less than 15 minutes, using fast response.

 

“Administering Authority” means the Maranoa Regional Council.

 

“Authorised person” means an authorised person authorised under the Environmental Protection Act 1994.

 

“Authority” means this environmental authority or development approval as the case may be.

 

“Background Noise Level” means the LA90,T being the A-weighted sound pressure level exceeded for 90 percent of the time period not less than 15 minutes using fast response.

 

“Commercial Place” means a place that is used as an office or for business or commercial purposes.

 

“Holder” means the operator of the activity and includes the Executive Officers, actual and apparent agents, employees and contractors of the Holder.

 

“Noise Sensitive Place” means any of the following places—

 

(a)        a dwelling;

(b)        a library, childcare centre, kindergarten, school, college, university or other educational institution;

(c)        a hospital, surgery or other medical institution;

(d)        a protected area, or an area identified under a conservation plan as a critical habitat or an area of major interest, under the Nature Conservation Act 1992;

(e)        a marine park under the Marine Parks Act 1982;

(f)         a park or garden that is open to the public (whether or not on payment of money) for use other than for sport or organized entertainment.

 

“Premises” means Lot 12 on SP 226952, Billy Bob Way, Roma.

 

“Uncontaminated Overland Stormwater Flow” and “Uncontaminated Stormwater” refer to stormwater that does not contain contaminants.

 

Note: Refer to Attachment 2 - Department of Transport and Main Roads Conditions of Approval

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Planning

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   15.3

File Number: D12/42394

Subject Heading:                          Development Application for Material Change of Use - "Accommodation Units" (9 units) (File: 2012/18217)

Location:                                          92-94 Taylor Street, Roma (Lot 39 SP236781)

Applicant:                                         Steven & Wendy Merrick

Author and Officer’s Title:                Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

Executive Summary: 

The applicant seeks approval for a material change of use to establish nine accommodation units on land situated at 92-94 Taylor Street, Roma, described as Lot 39 on SP253599.

 

The application is subject to Impact Assessment against the relevant provisions of Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006.  No submissions were received during the public notification period (16/10/2012 – 12/11/2012).

 

Resolution No. GM.442.12

Moved Cr O'Neil                                                            Seconded Cr Denton  

The application for Material Change of Use -“Accommodation Units” (9 units) at 92-94 Taylor Street, Roma, described as Lot 39 SP253599, be approved subject to the following conditions:

 

Preamble

1.    Refer to http://www.cmdg.com.au/ for the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG).

 

Complete and Maintain

 

1.    Complete and maintain the approved development as follows: (i) in accordance with development approval documents and (ii) strictly in accordance with those parts of the approved development which have been specified in detail by the Council or Referral Agency unless the Council or Referral Agency agrees in writing that those parts will be adequately complied with by amended specifications.

 

2.    Complete and maintain all operational, building and plumbing and drainage work associated with this development approval, including work required by any of the development approval conditions.

 

3.    Maintain the approved development being Material Change of Use (Accommodation Units) in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document Number

Plan/Document Name

Date

0080112 – 1 of 11 Rev A

Site Plan

24/06/2012

0080212 – 2 of 11 Rev A

Floor Plan Bld 1 and Bld 3

24/06/2012

0080312 – 3 of 11 Rev A

Floor Plan Bld 2 Ground Floor

24/06/2012

0080412 – 4 of 11 Rev A

Floor Plan Bld 2 First Level

24/06/2012

0080512 – 5 of 11 Rev A

Floor Plan Bld 4

24/06/2012

0080612 – 6 of 11 Rev A

Floor Plan Bld 5

24/06/2012

0080712 – 7 of 11 Rev A

Elevations Bld 1

24/06/2012

0080812 – 8 of 11 Rev A

Elevations Bld 2

24/06/2012

0080912 – 9 of 11 Rev A

Elevations Bld 3

24/06/2012

0081012 – 10 of 11 Rev A

Elevations Bld 4

24/06/2012

0081112 – 11 of 11 Rev A

Elevations Bld 5

24/06/2012

0081212 – 12 Rev A

Vehicle Movement Plan

07/2012

CMDG-R-041 Rev A

Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks

01/2010

 

4.    Services and infrastructure required in connection with the establishment of the approved development must be provided at no cost to Council.

 

5.    Any conflicts associated with proposed and existing services shall be forwarded by the developer to the appropriate controlling authority for approval for any proposed changes.

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

6.    Stormwater must not be allowed to pond on the property being developed during the development process and after development has been completed unless the type and size of ponding has been agreed in writing by the Council or as a specific development approval condition.

 

7.    Any increases in volume, concentration or velocity of stormwater from the property being developed must be channelled to lawful points of discharge or to other storage or dispersal arrangements which must all be agreed in writing by the Council.

 

8.    There must be no increases in any silt loads or contaminants in any overland flow from the property being developed, during the development process and after development has been completed.

 

9.    The stormwater disposal system must be designed to include appropriate pollution control devices or methods to ensure no contamination or silting of creeks or other waterways.

 

10.   The developer shall submit a subsequent development application for Operational Works (stormwater management) to Council for approval for the development.

 

Erosion Control

 

11.   Measures shall be applied to prevent site vehicles tracking sediment and other pollutants onto adjoining roads during the course of the construction period and to prevent dust nuisance during construction.

 

12.   If there is a possibility of erosion or silt or other materials being washed off the property being developed during the development process, the developer must document and implement a management plan in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Stormwater Drainage” that prevents this from occurring.

 

13.   Should it be necessary for the road and/or drainage system to be reinstated or cleaned up due to erosion and/or sedimentation from the site, then such works shall be undertaken at no cost to Council. 

 

Services Provisions

 

14.   The development is to be connected to Council’s reticulated sewerage disposal system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA02-2002 Sewerage Code of Australia (version 2.3) and the CMDG Design Guideline - D12 ‘Sewerage Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

15.   The development is to be connected to Council’s reticulated water supply system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA03-2002 Water Reticulation Code of Australia (version 2.3) and the CMDG Design Guideline – D11 ‘Water Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

16.   The development must be connected to an electricity reticulation service in accordance with the relevant service provider’s requirements and specifications along with relevant building standards, requirements and specifications (as relevant).

 

17.   The development is to be connected to reticulated gas supply at no cost to Council.

 

18.   If the development is connected to a telecommunications service, then such works shall be undertaken in accordance with the relevant service provider’s requirements and specifications along with relevant building standards requirements and specifications (as relevant).

 

19.   All services installation, including sewer, water, gas, electricity and telecommunications connections to the respective networks, must comply with (i) the development approval conditions, (ii) any relevant provisions in the planning scheme for the area, (iii) Council’s standard designs for such work where such designs exist  (iv) the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG) where it applies (v) any relevant Australian Standard that applies to that type of work and (vi) any alternative specifications that Council has agreed to in writing and which the developer must ensure do not conflict with any requirements imposed by any applicable laws and standards.

 

 

Rubbish Collection

 

20.   At all times while the use continues, waste containers shall be maintained in a clean and tidy state and shall be emptied and the waste removed from the site on a regular basis.

 

21.   All bins shall be shielded from the view of travelling public and neighbours.

 

Access, Car parking and Manoeuvring

 

22.   The landowner shall be responsible for construction and maintenance of vehicle crossovers from the road carriageway to the property boundary and for obtaining any approvals that may be required and for complying with the applicable designs and standards.

 

23.   Vehicle crossover from Taylor Street is to be constructed of concrete in accordance with drawing CMDG-R-041 Rev A - Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks.

 

24.   Vehicle crossover must be located a minimum distance of one metre from any street signage, power poles, street lights, manholes, stormwater gully pits or other Council assets.

 

25.   Vehicle manoeuvring areas must be provided on-site to allow vehicles to exit designated car parking spaces and leave the site in a forward direction.

 

26.   Provide a total of 15 car parking spaces on the site in accordance with the approved plans. 

 

27.   All car parking spaces and driveway areas are to be sealed with an approved impervious surface.  Surfacing shall consist of either patterned, reinforced concrete, concrete pavers, segmental clay pavers, asphaltic hotmix or two coat (primerseal/seal) bitumen seal. 

 

28.   Any damage to roads and infrastructure that is attributable to the progress of works on the site or vehicles associated with the development of the site, must be repaired to Council’s satisfaction or the cost of repairs paid to Council.

 

Environmental

 

29.   All construction works on site are to be undertaken in accordance with the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Engineering Guidelines for Queensland Construction sites (IE Aust, Queensland Division, Brisbane – or later versions).

 

30.   The developer shall immediately clean up and satisfactorily remove any deposited construction material or silt runoff from the development site.

 

Landscaping and Fencing

 

31.   Landscaping is to be provided with a minimum width of two metres adjacent to the perimeter of the site, excluding driveways and car parking spaces and, adjacent to the internal driveways in accordance with the approved plan 0080112 Rev A “Site Plan”, dated 24/06/2012.  Landscaping is to comprise and mix of shrubs, trees and groundcovers.

 

32.   With the exception of gardens, unsealed areas of the site shall be turfed. 

 

33.   Ground covers should fully cover vegetated areas within 1 year of planting.

 

34.   Site landscaping must not interfere with electrical infrastructure nor restrict maintenance access to any onsite infrastructure, public utility or easement.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

35.   Lighting of the site, including any security lighting, shall be such that the lighting intensity does not exceed 8.0 lux at a distance of 1.5 metres from the site at any property boundary.

 

36.   All lighting shall be directed or shielded so as to ensure that no glare directly affects nearby properties.

 

37.   Any air conditioning, generator, refrigeration, pump, exhaust, fans, processing or other equipment must be acoustically screened to ensure noise levels do not exceed 5dB  above the background noise level.

 

 

38.   During the establishment of the approved development, no nuisance is to be caused to adjoining properties and occupiers by the way of smoke, dust, rubbish, contaminant, stormwater discharge or siltation at any time, including non-working hours.

 

Advertising Signs

 

39.   Any proposed advertising devices shall be subject to a further development application and planning approval unless the advertising devices are in accordance with the exempt or self assessable requirements of the relevant Council planning scheme.

 

Infrastructure Contributions

 

40.   An infrastructure contribution, in accordance with Council’s adopted Priority infrastructure Plan, of $132,000.00 is payable to the Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencement of construction.

 

Use

 

41.   The exterior finish of the two-storey building (proposed Building 2) is to match the finish of the brickwork used for the construction of the single storey buildings within the development.  The exterior finish of the buildings must not include any painted bessa block surface or unstained ash bessa block.

 

42.   All development approval conditions related to the establishment of the approved development must be fulfilled prior to any approved use commencing.

 

43.   The developer is to notify Council upon completion of the conditions of approval and prior to occupation of the dwelling units.

 

 

 

No Cost to Council

 

44.   The developer is responsible for meeting all costs associated with the approved development unless there is specific agreement by other parties, including the Council, to meeting those costs.

 

45.   All civil and related work shall be designed and supervised by a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) who are competent in the construction of the works.

 

46.   All rates and charges of any description and all arrears of such rates and charges, together with interest outstanding thereon, on the land, due to Council, shall be paid to the Council prior to occupation of the units.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Planning

  

 

Councillor Business

 

Item Number:                                   24.1

File Number: D12/42535

Subject Heading:                          Posting of Rates from the Surat Post Office

Author and Councillor’s Title:           Cr. Wendy Newman

Councillor’s Recommendation:

That Council consider the prior understanding with the Surat Post Office and determine whether Council should indicate to the Post Office Manager that future rates notice postings will or will not be made through that post office outlet.

 

The loss of council postage at the time of amalgamation created a potential for all the affected smaller post offices to lose transaction levels, and consequently have their service level reduced by Australia Post.

 

A strategy employed by Maranoa Regional Council to minimise the impact on Surat postal services was to arrange to have the rates notices posted from Surat. On investigation this seems to have been an informal decision,  and as noted in this report, implemented only intermittently.

 

Cr Newman encouraged Council to confirm this strategy for all future rates notice mail outs.

 

Discussion:

Council discussed the existing agreement with Surat Post Office and the possibility of offering other regional post offices the opportunity to undertake Council’s bulk mail outs.

 

Cr Price enquired if Council should review its mailing procedures across the board.

 

Cr Chambers enquired if Australia Post would redirect mail to Brisbane before being distributed throughout the region.   The Director – Corporate Services advised he would follow up on the matter.

 

ACTION:

 

That the matter lay on the table for further discussion at a later point during the meeting.

 

 

Delegated Officer

Director – Corporate Services

 

Subject Heading:          suspension of standing orders

Council adjourned for lunch at 12.48pm.

 

Subject Heading:          resumption of standing orders

Council resumed the meeting at 1.39pm.

 

Item Number:                                   24.2

File Number: D12/42635

Subject Heading:                          Rates Payment Plans

Author and Councillor’s Title:           Cr. Wendy Newman

Councillor’s Recommendation:

That Council consider promoting the benefits to ratepayers of paying for rates on a regular payment plan – as another option for residents.. This would be on the basis that the effect of the payment plan is to break up the rates amount into smaller, more manageable amounts – the aim being to pay all of the rates off before the end of the discount period.

 

Resolution No. GM.443.12

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Denton  

That Council promote the benefits to ratepayers of paying for their rates on a regular payment plan. This would be on the basis that the aim of the payment plan is to pay all rates before the end of the discount period.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/1

 

Delegated Officer

Director – Corporate Services

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   24.1

File Number: D12/42535

Subject Heading:                          Posting of Rates from the Surat Post Office

Author and Councillor’s Title:           Cr. Wendy Newman

Councillor’s Recommendation:

That Council consider the prior understanding with the Surat Post Office and determine whether Council should indicate to the Post Office Manager that future rates notice postings will or will not be made through that post office outlet.

 

The loss of Council postage at the time of amalgamation created a potential for all the affected smaller post offices to lose transaction levels, and consequently have their service level reduced by Australia Post.

 

A strategy employed by Maranoa Regional Council to minimise the impact on Surat postal services was to arrange to have the rates notices posted from Surat. On investigation this seems to have been an informal decision,  and as noted in this report, implemented only intermittently.

 

Cr Newman encouraged Council to confirm this strategy for all future rates notice mail outs.

 

Discussion:

Earlier during the meeting Council determined that the matter should lay on the table for further discussion at a later point during the meeting.  Council again resumed discussion.

 

In response to an enquiry from Cr Chambers, the Director – Corporate Services advised that there is the possibility of Australia Post redirecting the mail through Brisbane before being distributed throughout the Maranoa.

 

Resolution No. GM.444.12

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Chambers  

That rate notices be posted from the Surat Post Office, as a matter of policy.

 

MOTION LOST                                                                                                               4/5

 

Councillors Price & O’Neil foreshadowed another related motion in relation to mail to be dealt with later in the meeting.

 

Late Items

  

Item Number:                                   L.1

File Number: D12/44088

Subject Heading:                          Planning study to investigate options for heavy vehicle and Type 2 Road Train access through or around Roma, linking Butcher's Hill to the Roma Saleyard

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

Executive Summary: 

The Department of Transport and Main Roads has commenced a planning study to investigate options for heavy vehicle and Type 2 Road Train access through or around Roma, linking Butcher’s Hill to the Roma Saleyards.

 

Resolution No. GM.445.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Wason  

That Council advise the Department of Transport and Main Roads that it is appreciative of the opportunity to provide input into the study and will do so by the nominated date of 31 January 2013.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

 

confidential items

 

In accord with the provisions of section 72 of the Local Government (Operations) Regulation 2010, Council resolved to close the meeting to discuss items it has deemed to be of a confidential nature and specifically pertaining to the following sections:-

          (h)      other business for which a public discussion would be likely to prejudice the interests of the local government or someone else, or enable a person to gain a financial advantage;

          (e)      contracts proposed to be made by it;

          (c)      the local government budget;

          (d)      rating concessions;

          (f)       starting or defending legal proceedings involving it;

 

Resolution No. GM.446.12

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council close the meeting to the public at  2pm. 

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Resolution No. GM.447.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Wason  

That Council open the meeting to the public at 3.58pm.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Cr. Flynn left the chambers at 4:01pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

Cr. Wason left the chambers at 4:01pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   23.1

File Number: D12/39768

Subject Heading:                          2013 Australia Day Award Recipients

Author and Officer’s Title:                Nicola Gear, Coordinator - Community Development     Surat

Executive Summary: 

To provide recommendations from the Awards Selection Committee for the 2013 Australia Day Award Recipients for the Maranoa region.

 

Resolution No. GM.448.12

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Chambers  

 

That Council approve recommendations from the Awards Selection Committee for the 2013 Australia Day Award Recipients for the Maranoa region, with alterations as discussed by Council in closed session.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      7/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Community Development Surat

 

Cr. Wason entered the chambers at 4:04pm.

Cr. Flynn entered the chambers at 4:04pm.

 

Item Number:                                   23.2

File Number: D12/37812

Subject Heading:                          Review of Management Fee - Denise Spencer Memorial Swimming Pool

Location:                                          Roma Swimming Pool - McDowall Street Roma

Applicant:                                         Andrew Bow

Author and Officer’s Title:                Matthew McGoldrick, Director - Corporate Services

Executive Summary: 

The Manager of the Roma Pool requested a review of the Management Agreement for managing the Denise Spencer Memorial Swimming Pool.

 

 

 

Resolution No. GM.449.12

Moved Cr Flynn                                                            Seconded Cr Price  

 

That the lessee be advised that Council will accommodate an increase of 3 per cent.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Corporate Services

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   23.3

File Number: D12/42514

Subject Heading:                          Communications - Newsletter Publication and Website Development

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Jane Frith, Corporate Communications Officer

Executive Summary: 

Maranoa Regional Council shares Council news and information through a range of communication forums.  With the upcoming expiration of two publication contracts (Bottle Tree Bulletin and the Western Star Council News segment), Council’s direction was sought on the future use of these forums. 

 

Furthermore, Council at its General meeting on 12 September 2012(GM.288.12), approved the CEO’s proposal to re-develop Council’s Intranet site (internal website) through the contracting of an IT specialist for a 6 month period, and to develop ‘in-house’ technical capability and control of the Intranet utilising Sharepoint.  It was requested that Council consider extending this project to include the redevelopment of the external website.

 

Resolution No. GM.450.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council:

 

1.   Endorse extension of the current service provider contract with Booringa Action Group (BAG), for the production and distribution of the ‘Bottle Tree Bulletin’ until the end of the 2012/13 financial year (last issued publication June 2013);

 

2.   Endorse extension of the Western Star Council News segment, in its current format, until the end of the 2012/13 financial year (last issued segment third week of June 2013);

 

3.   Officers further investigate current trends and publication options for sharing of Council news and information, with results to be presented at a future Council Workshop for further discussion;

 

4.   Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to progress re-development of Council’s external website as part of, and in parallel with, the project to redevelop the Intranet site.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Corporate Communications Officer

 

Cr. O'Neil declared a perceived ‘Conflict of Interest’ in the following two items due to a family member owning local Real-estate Agency, L J Hooker and left the chambers at 4:05pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   23.4

File Number: D12/42632

Subject Heading:                          Roma Neighbourhood Centre

Location:                                          29A Bowen Street Roma

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Matthew McGoldrick, Director - Corporate Services

Executive Summary: 

Council had previously considered selling the Neighbourhood Centre site at 29A Bowen Street. To that end Council obtained two valuations for the site and advertised Expressions Of Interest. An Expression of Interest was received from Bret Taylor but when Council issued a tender to Bret he was not able to lodge a tender that closely matched Council’s reserve price.

 

It would now be appropriate for Council to list the property with Council’s Real Estate Agent Ray White.

 

Resolution No. GM.451.12

Moved Cr Schefe                                                          Seconded Cr Flynn  

That Council list for sale the property at 29A Bowen Street for a Reserve price based on the valuations received in December 2011 and advise the agent that Council will only consider offers made with a deferred settlement where purchase price and the deferral offer a value at or similar to Council’s reserve.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Corporate Services

 

At cessation of discussion on the abovementioned item, Cr. O'Neil entered the chambers at 4:05pm.

 

Cr. Denton declared a perceived conflict of interest in the following item due to her close friendships and associations with both tenderers and left the Chambers at 4:05pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   23.5

File Number: D12/42634

Subject Heading:                          Tender 13/18 Lease of the Multipurpose - Lettable Space

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Matthew McGoldrick, Director - Corporate Services

Executive Summary: 

Advertising for the Tender of the Lettable Space at the Injune Multi-purpose Centre commenced on 26 October, 2012. Tenders were open for three weeks and closed on 20 November 2012.

 

Resolution No. GM.452.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Flynn  

 

That subject to a review of the power requirements for the proposal submitted by Allen Family Investments Pty Ltd, that Council award the tender for the Injune lettable space to Allen Family Investments Pty Ltd for a period of three years with an option to extend for another three years at $400 per week rental.

 

And;

 

That Council work with Creative Injune to identify alternative Art Space options.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      6/2

 

Delegated Officer

Director - Corporate Services

Director - Community & Commercial Services

 

At cessation of discussion of the abovementioned item, Cr. Denton entered the Chambers at 4:08pm.

 

Cr. Flynn declared a perceived conflict of interest in the following item due to holding property affected by the flood event.    Cr Flynn left the Chambers at 4:08pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   23.6

File Number: D12/42179

Subject Heading:                          Request for rebate of water access and sewerage rates for properties affected by the February 2012 flood event

Author and Officer’s Title:                Dana Harrison, Coordinator - Rates

Executive Summary: 

Council received feedback from various ratepayers in Mitchell and Roma who were affected by the February 2012 flood event querying the water access and sewerage charges on their rates notices for the period the property was uninhabitable.

 

Resolution No. GM.453.12

Moved Cr Schefe                                                          Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council offer a rebate to those ratepayers where the owner/occupier was flood affected from the February 2012 event;  the rebate be applicable to those ratepayers who have paid the rates and are up to date and the rebate be based on the property being within the flood affected areas of Roma and Mitchell and the property owner making application for a rebate and indicating the timeframe of when they were not resident in the house. The calculation of the rebate be based on an amount calculated on a percentage of the monthly water and sewerage rates for the property.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Coordinator - Rates

 

 

Item Number:                                   23.7

File Number: D12/42681

Subject Heading:                          Native Title Claims

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Dale Waldron, Manager - Administration

Executive Summary: 

Council received an agreement to enable MacDonnells Law to continue to act on Council’s behalf for Native Title matters, subject to the submission of a funding application to the Attorney General’s Department for funding to cover potential disbursements into the future.

 

Resolution No. GM.454.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Price  

That Council engage MacDonnells Law to make the funding application on Council’s behalf and that Council endorse the agreement allowing for MacDonnells Law to continue to act on Council’s behalf for these Native Title matters.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager - Administration

 

At cessation of discussion on the abovementioned item, Cr. Flynn entered the chambers at 4:09pm.

 

Cr. Denton declared a perceived conflict of interest in the following item due to her being a member of the Injune Retirement Village Inc. Steering Committee and left the chambers at 4:10pm taking no further part in the debate or discussion.

 

Item Number:                                   LC.1

File Number: D12/42673

Subject Heading:                          Injune Retirement Village Inc.- Mt Hutton Retirement Village - request for assistance

Author and Officer’s Title:                Edward Sims, Manager - Major Projects, Economic       Development & Tourism

Executive Summary:

The Mt Hutton Retirement Village at Injune has been operated by the Churches of Christ.

 

Trusteeship of the facility was transferred to them by the Injune Retirement Village Inc. Steering Committee in 2002 and was recently closed due to viability reasons.

 

At its General Meeting on 28 November 2012, Council passed the following resolution No. GM.408.12:

 

That the Chief Executive Officer or delegate initiate contact with representatives of the Injune Retirement Village Inc. to seek further clarity on the proposed future use of the facility;

 

And,

 

That following receipt of clarification, the matter be tabled for Council’s consideration at the General Meeting on 12 December 2012.

 

Resolution No. GM.455.12

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Schefe  

That:

 

1.     Council agree to a subsidy up to the value of $12,000 for a period up to six months from date of transfer of trusteeship.

 

2.     This consideration be conditional on the submission to Council of evidence of relevant expenditure.

 

3.     A copy of the decision be sought with respect to the Churches of Christ confirming transfer of trusteeship of the Mt Hutton Retirement Village to the Injune Retirement Village Inc.

 

4.     Council further advise that Fire Insurance will be provided by Council to the 30 June 2013, but public and/or professional liability insurance cannot be provided by Council.

 

5.     Council not provide support to develop a business plan.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager - Major Projects, Economic Development & Tourism

 

At cessation of discussion on the abovementioned item, Cr. Denton entered the chambers at 4:11pm.

 

Item Number:                                   LC.2

File Number: D12/42889

Subject Heading:                          Roma Sewage Treatment Plant - Status Report

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Troy Pettiford, Manager - Utilities

Executive Summary: 

Work on the Roma Sewage Treatment Plant Strategy Report has commenced. Early findings have uncovered some temporary measures that need to be actioned. An update was provided to Council on the results of the investigations and endorsement was sought for actions that need to be implemented.

 

Resolution No. GM.456.12

Moved Cr O'Neil                                                            Seconded Cr Chambers  

 

That Council:

 

1.   Discontinue the supply of effluent to the Roma golf course and approve providing town water to the course as an interim measure until the effluent quality improves.

2.   Undertake discussions with the management of Australian Country Choice in relation to the drafting of a revised effluent supply agreement.

3.   Approve the investigation and implementation of options to improve the capacity and treatment standard of the existing plant.

4.   Defer any decision on a major upgrade to the Roma Sewage Treatment Plant until the strategy report has been completed and presented to Council.

 CARRIED                                                                                                                     9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager – Utilities

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   LC.3

File Number: D12/43818

Subject Heading:                          Request Council Approval for Contractor Appointment - NDRRA Tender No. 13/5 (North West Area)

Location:                                          Not Applicable

Applicant:                                         Not Applicable

Author and Officer’s Title:                Julian McEwan, Manager - Flood Recovery

Executive Summary: 

This report relates to the contract for restoration of flood damaged roads and associated infrastructure in the North West area of the region.

 

Tender invitations were forwarded to all six contractors on the MRC panel of approved contractors with FKG, Watpac, NJ Contractors and Probuild Civil responding. These submissions have been reviewed and clarified and a revised proposal sought from all tenderers to allow a valid comparison to be made.

 

The outcome of the assessment is that NJ Contracting is the preferred contractor.

 

Resolution No. GM.457.12

Moved Cr Wason                                                          Seconded Cr Newman  

Council award tender 13/5 for the contract of restoration of flood damaged roads and associated infrastructure in parts of the north west area of the region, funded under the NDRRA Program, for the sum of $8,568,271.24 (excluding GST) to NJ Contracting.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Manager - Flood Recovery

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   13.3

File Number: D12/43165

Subject Heading:                          Request for the Construction of a one (1) Kilometre upgrade of Corfe Road

Location:                                          Corfe Road

Applicant:                                         Mr D Forbes

Author and Officer’s Title:                Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

Executive Summary: 

Council received a request from Mr D Forbes who has a residence under construction at 414-444 Corfe Road.  Mr Forbes advised that there is a 1 kilometre long black soil road leading to his entrance which he would like to have gravelled.  Mr Forbes advised that he has the necessary equipment to construct the road.

 

Discussion:

Earlier during the meeting Council determined that the matter should lay on the table for further discussion at a later point during the meeting.  Council again resumed discussion.

 

Resolution No. GM.458.12

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Denton  

That Council:

 

1.   Advise Mr Forbes that it is agreeable in principle to the construction of an upgrade of Corfe Road to his residence.

 

The works will require an Operational Works Approval as such, the full cost of construction will be borne by himself as the applicant and be a condition of the approval.

 

2.   Council consider adopting a policy in relation to the management of requests from the public for ad hoc extensions or upgrades to Council’s road network.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      6/3

 

Delegated Officer

Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

Item Number:                                   L.2

File Number: N/A

Subject Heading:                          SUPPLEMENTARY DISCUSSION OF COUNCIL BULK MAIL OUTS (in reference to item 24.1)

Councillor’s Title:                             Cr. Ree Price

Resolution No. GM.459.12

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council review the present mail system (incoming and outgoing) to look for efficiencies and community benefits that could be gained.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Delegated Officer

Chief Executive Officer

 

  

 

CLOSURE

 

There being no further business, the Mayor thanked Council for their attendance and declared the meeting closed at 4.18pm.

                                 

 

These Minutes are to be confirmed at the next General Meeting of Council to be held on 23 January 2013, at Roma Administration Centre.

 

 

 

 

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Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 16 January 2013

Item Number: 10.1

File Number: D13/1960

 

Subject Heading:                     Proposed South West Queensland Regional Alliance

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Not Applicable

Location:                                           Not Applicable

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Edward Sims, Manager - Major Projects, Economic Development & Tourism

 

Executive Summary: 

 

The South West Queensland Local Government Association meeting of Mayors and Chief Executive Officers, which was held on 29 November 2012, discussed the concept of forming a single regional grouping of local Councils to represent South West Queensland.

 

A resolution of that meeting is that members would approach their respective Councils seeking “their agreement or otherwise, to proceed with the concept of a six shire regional group, and, if in unanimous agreement, proceed with a business case funded by all six shires”.

 

This report seeks Council’s resolution to investigate this concept further.

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

 

That

 

1.   In principle support be provided for further investigation of the feasibility prior to making a final commitment, noting the potential merit of a six member group to represent the interests of the South West Queensland region.  

 

2.   An indicative cost for the business case be sought, and included in the next budget review.

 

 

Body of Report:

 

The South West Queensland Local Government Association meeting of Mayors and Chief Executive Officers, which was held on 29 November 2012, discussed the concept of forming a single regional grouping of local Councils to represent South West Queensland.

 

 

The effectiveness of the Remote Area Planning and Development Board (RAPAD) of the central west in advocating and planning for regional sustainability was sighted as a model for such a group.  

 

The perceived overlap between the South West RED (SWRED) group (Murweh, Quilpie, Paroo and Bulloo) and the South West Queensland Local Government Association (SWLGA) (Murweh, Quilpie, Paroo and Bulloo, Maranoa and Balonne), was also reasoned as a strong argument for replacing the groups.

 

Both groups share a common agenda, social, economic, environmental and sustainability, but discuss these matters separately and at different times with the same stakeholders.  Accordingly it is logical that efficiencies and productivity gains can be made by creating a single entity.

 

The notion of the creation of one regional group to represent the South West Queensland area from the Maranoa to the South Australian border is supported by a number of factors:

 

1.   The elimination of duplication and inefficiencies inherent in the existing regional organisations, SWRED and SWQLGA.

2.   The potential for the new entity to do much more than either of the old entities held in their respective charters and acting separately.

3.   The potential for better benchmarking and alignment of the member LGAs around the statistical division of South West Queensland of which both Maranoa and Balonne are included.

4.   The power of advocating for this area from a larger population base inherent in the SW statistical area as opposed to the SWRED area.

 

A comprehensive analysis of the opportunities and challenges of the concept would be explored during the development of a business case (feasibility study).  This will enable Council to further consider its position and make its final decision accordingly. 

 

At this point however anecdotal evidence suggests that it is a concept worthy of further academic consideration.

Consultation (internal/external):

 

·    SWLGA

·    MRC Mayor Robert Loughnan

·    MRC CEO Julie Reitano

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

A risk assessment and projection of ongoing annual commitments will only be possible following the development of the business case.

Policy Implications:          

Council’s final decision would determine its policy regarding regional alliances.

Financial Resource Implications:         

As yet undetermined.

 

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.1(a) To proactively identify and encourage actions which facilitate the sustainable development of the regional economy.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

SWQLGA_Minutes of meeting held 29 November 2012 - Quilpie doc

D13/1978

 

Report authorised by:

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer


Attachment 1

SWQLGA_Minutes of meeting held 29 November 2012 - Quilpie doc

 









Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 16 January 2013

Item Number: 10.2

File Number: D13/2003

 

Subject Heading:                     Councillor Attendance At Upcoming Conference - Queensland Information Centre Association 2013 Annual Conference

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Not Applicable

Location:                                           Mission Beach - North Queensland

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Ryan Gittins, Coordinator - Business Development

 

Executive Summary: 

The Queensland Information Centre Association (QICA) Annual Conference is scheduled to be held between Tuesday and Friday, 12-15 February, at Mission Beach, North QLD.

 

Councillor Price, Portfolio Chair for Tourism, is unavailable to attend this conference, therefore, Council’s input is sought to determine whether another Councillor would benefit from attending this conference.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council consider whether there is merit in nominating an elected member delegate to attend the QICA conference, 12 – 15 February, Mission Beach QLD, in addition to the Coordinator – Business Development and Tourism Officer.

 

 

 

Body of Report:

The QICA 2013 Annual Conference is scheduled to occur 12-15 February, 2013 at Mission Beach, North Queensland. This conference will consist of familiarisations, key-note addresses and workshops related to Visitor Information Centres (VIC’s) and the tourism industry in general. The event schedule is attached for details about individual conference sessions.

Coordinator – Business Development, Ryan Gittins and Tourism Officer, Janice Hewitt will also be attending this conference.

Consultation (internal/external):

Cr. Ree Price

Edward Sims, Manager – Major Projects, Economic Development & Tourism

Janice Hewitt, Tourism Officer

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Councillors’ conference attendances are submitted to Council for consideration to confirm that the Councillor is attending on Council business as determined by the full Council.

Policy Implications:

Councillor Expense & Provision of Facilities Policy

Financial Resource Implications:

Return Flights  Roma – Brisbane, Brisbane – Cairns Approximately $1,000

AccommodationApproximately $480

Conference Registration - $395

Meals etcApproximately $250


TotalApproximately $2,125

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.1.1(b) To structure Council’s governance functions in a manner so as to allow effective and efficient utilisation of elected members time and resources to the benefit of the constituents which Council serves.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

2013 QICA conference program

D13/2000

 

Report authorised by:

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer


Attachment 1

2013 QICA conference program

 


 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 10 January 2013

Item Number: 11.1

File Number: D13/1229

 

Subject Heading:                     Inclusion of an additional logo and imagery for Community Care Services to be added to the Corporate Style Guide

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Melissa Wathen

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Melissa Wathen, Manager- Social Development

 

Executive Summary: 

With the changes under the Aged Care Reforms it is imperative that Councils Community Care Services consider the changing competitive nature of delivering community care and adapt marketing resources to enhance service availability.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

Council approve the logo and imagery for Community Care Services to be incorporated into the existing style guide.

 

 

Body of Report:

 

Maranoa Regional Councils Community Care Services incorporates the following programs delivered over the Maranoa region:

 

Wallumbilla Community Care: National Respite for Carer’s Program, Home and Community Care and 8 Community Aged Care Packages

Surat Community Care: Home and Community Care and 10 Community Aged Care Packages

Roma Community Care: Home and Community Care

Mitchell Community Care: Home and Community Care

 

While each of the above programs has some similarities, they remain unique to the needs of each of their communities. Since amalgamation, where appropriate policies, procedures and templates have been streamlined across programs to provide consistency and improved service delivery as evidenced in outcomes of the Common Community Care Standards Accreditation. The next step is to enhance promotional material as a marketing resource in the changing environment of Community Care Services.

 

As of July 2012, the Living Longer, Living Better Aged Care Reform creates a flexible and seamless system that will provide older Australians with more choice, control and easier access to a full range of services, where they want it and when they need it.

In an increasingly competitive market our Community Care Services need to be identifiable to both Service Providers as a potential referral point and to existing and potential new clients across the region.

 

The logo and imagery will be used on vehicles, pamphlets, documentation and for media releases to promote Councils Community Care Services.

Consultation (internal/external):

Tony Klein Director – Community and Commercial Services

Annette Gallagher – Coordinator Community Care Services

Tania Hennessy – Facilitator Wallumbilla Community Care

Sue Ware – Facilitator Surat Community Care

Jo Radford – Facilitator Roma and Mitchell Community Care

Steve Beggs – Begg Consulting

 

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Nil

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

Nil

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.7(a) To provide community care services in accordance with funding arrangements and agreements and within the limitation of council’s assessed community service obligation to address identified community needs.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

Community Care Services - Draft Logo and Imagery

D13/1574

 

Report authorised by:

Tony Klein, Director -  Community & Commercial Services


Attachment 1

Community Care Services - Draft Logo and Imagery

 



Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 18 January 2013

Item Number: 11.2

File Number: D13/2302

 

Subject Heading:                     Amendment to Royalties for Regions Flood Mitigation Project

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Susan Sands, Coordinator - Grants

 

Executive Summary: 

The State Government has requested an amendment to Council’s proposed contribution to the Roma Flood Mitigation project under the Royalties for Regions’ funding program.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council accept the State Government’s request to amend the contribution for the Roma Flood Mitigation project under the Royalties for Regions’ funding program from $1M to $1.25M and the matter be incorporated in the first half yearly budget review process.

 

Body of Report:

Council submitted a business case to the State Government Royalties for Regions for the Roma Flood Mitigation project in December 2012.  This business case requested $5M in funding, with an additional contribution from Council of $1M.

On 17 January 2013, a request was received from the State Government to increase Council’s contribution to $1.25M.  The request advised, ‘The original intent of the program was that Commonwealth, State and Local governments would each contribute on a 2:2:1 basis.  With the Commonwealth contribution not provided, Queensland is contributing on a 4:1 basis.  Based on this, the council contribution needs to be $1,250,000 to the R4R contribution of $5M to meet the 4:1 ratio.’

The business case included the proviso that any shortfall in funding will be sourced by Council via other funding sources, which may include funding by Council.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Estimated Project Costs 

$18,191,540

Funding Source

 

Council contribution (initially 20% of R4R) (committed)

$1,000,000 + $250,000 = $1,250,000

            LGGSP (committed)

$2,720,000

            R4R

$5,000,000

            SWQFMF (committed)

$4,700,000

Other (to be determined by Council)

$4,771,540  - $250,000 = $4,521,540#

Total

$18,191,540

# - subject to review in the Acquisition Strategy to be completed in early 2013

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Cr Robert Loughnan, Mayor, Maranoa Regional Council

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer, Maranoa Regional Council

Craig Rutledge, Director Regional Investment and Projects, Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning.

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

If Council does not provide the extra money, the risk is that the amount of allocated funding may decrease, under the State Government’s 4:1 ratio.

Council’s contribution is also dependant on the funding being received, ie if funding is not received, Council’s contribution will not be required.

Financial Resource Implications:

Maranoa Regional Council provides an additional $250,000 from Council revenue or other funding sources.

For every $1 Council contibutes, an additional $4 will be received, up to a maximum $5M in contribution from the State Government.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.1(a) To proactively identify and encourage actions which facilitate the sustainable development of the regional economy.

Supporting Documentation:

Nil

Report authorised by:

Fiona Vincent, (Acting) Manager - Community Development

Tony Klein, Director - Community & Commercial Services


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 18 January 2013

Item Number: 11.3

File Number: D13/2349

 

Subject Heading:                     Submission of Project Plan for funding under South West Queensland Flood Mitigation Fund

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Susan Sands, Coordinator - Grants

 

Executive Summary: 

Maranoa Regional Council has received confirmation of funding under the South West Queensland Flood Mitigation Funding program.  $4.7M in funding has been allocated to the Roma Flood Levee project, and an additional $300,000 to a flood and drainage study in Mitchell and Amby.  Council is required to submit a project plan by 27 January 2013 to meet requirements for the funding.

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

That Council endorse the submission of project plans for the Roma Flood Levee project and the flood and drainage study in Mitchell and Amby, under the South West Queensland Flood Mitigation Funding program.

 

Body of Report:

The South West Queensland Flood Mitigation Fund (SWQFMF) is a one-off grants program aimed at assisting local governments of South West Queensland to mitigate the effects of flood and reduce communities’ vulnerability to flooding events.  The new funding initiative will be separate from, but complementary to, the joint Commonwealth and Queensland Government-funded Natural Disaster Resilience Program administered by the Department of Community Safety.

 

Maranoa Regional Council has received confirmation of funding under the South West Queensland Flood Mitigation Funding program.  $4.7M in funding has been allocated to the Roma Flood Levee project (Stage 1 including initial studies), and an additional $300,000 to a flood and drainage study in Mitchell and Amby.

 

A project plan is due to be submitted on 27 January 2013, which will be assessed on a range of criteria, including:

-     Demonstrated support by Council (eg evidence in the form of a Council Minute)

-     Represents value for money

-     A limited capacity for applicants to self-fund the proposed project.

 

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Sheree Hurle, Coordinator – Infrastructure Support & Administration

Barry Omundson, Director of Infrastructure

Melissa Clarke, Senior Program Administrator, Department of Community Safety

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Funding is conditional upon Council entering into an agreement with the State Government.

The funding period is a maximum two years, and any funding unclaimed will be forfeited at the end of a two year period.

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

A $4.7M contribution towards the Roma Flood Levee and $300,000 towards the Mitchell and Amby flood and drainage study will enable these projects to be brought forward.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.1(a) To proactively identify and encourage actions which facilitate the sustainable development of the regional economy.

Supporting Documentation:

Nil

Report authorised by:

Fiona Vincent, (Acting) Manager - Community Development

Tony Klein, Director - Community & Commercial Services  


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 11 January 2013

Item Number: 12.1

File Number: D13/1383

 

Subject Heading:                     Financial Sustainability Report for the period to 15th January 2013

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Alan Marchant, Manager - Finance

 

Executive Summary: 

The Financial Sustainability Report for the period to 15th January 2013  together with a summary of Council’s actual performance at sub program level against Council’s approved budget is presented for Council’s consideration.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

That the progressive Financial Statements for the period to 15th January 2013  as included in the Financial Sustainability Report  be received subject to audit.

 

 

Body of Report:

At the time of preparing this financial report there were still a number of significant matters that impacted upon Council’s reported trading result as at 15th January 2013 and require qualification.

 

Statement of Income and Expenditure

 

INCOME –

 

Rate Revenue for the period to 15th January 2013  reflects Council’s levy charges for the six months period to 31st December 2012. It should be noted that January’s figure also includes adjustments /discounts to rates that have occurred since the original levy was brought to account.

 

Recurrent Grants and Subsidies  As stated  in previous month’s reports  the current balance does  not include advance monies received for Council’s General Purpose (FAGS) grant ($5,369,110) as well as the corresponding Identified Road Component grant amounting to $1,468,588.  These monies will be brought to account in this financial year once the Annual Financial Statements have been finalised and Council’s General Ledger has been rolled over to the current financial year.

 

Interest Income will remain  lower than the original budget forecast  owing to the level of monies available for investment emanating from delays experienced with the administration of reimbursements from the Queensland Reconstruction Authority for flood damage restoration works.

 

Reimbursements item continues to outstrip Council’s original budget forecast  owing to the current level of ‘Private Works’ income being generated.

 

Other income comparative’s performance will need to viewed to take account for monies that Council has already been advanced from the Queensland Reconstruction Authority for flood restoration and that are currently held in Council’s reserve for that purpose ( currently an additional M$18.8). Council’s future cash flow health is closely aligned with Council’s currency in respect  to submitting claims to the Queensland Reconstruction Authority.

 

 

EXPENDITURE-

 

Employee Costs to date reflect that there are a number of positions in Council that are vacant and have had that status since 1st July 2012.  Council’s budget has been prepared on the premise of positions being occupied for the full financial year.

 

Depreciation costs to date have been notionally based on a pro-rata rate for 6.5 months utilising Council’s currently approved budget allocation for 2012/13.  Until assets are able to be capitalised in this financial year (once Council’s General Ledger balances have been rolled forward to 2012-13)  actual depreciation costs will be based on this practice.

 

Capital Revenue

 

Capital grants are primarily dependent upon Council’s eligibility to claim for capital expenditure incurred and are reliant on the status and amount of expenditure expended against eligible capital projects.

 

Balance Sheet

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents  represent amounts currently invested with the Queensland Treasury Corporation (majority) and  monies held in Council’s business working account with the National Australia Bank (normally averaging approximately $500,000).

 

Receivables  consist of several different client groups which are categorised in Council’s receivable system.  Council’s major debt balances revolve around outstanding rates (currently M$2.2) ,quarry sales and general debtors which include State/Federal departments and Qantas (aggregating to M$14.8).  Specific attention is currently being given to addressing  this area of Council’s business to ensure that the level  of debt that Council is currently carrying is significantly reduced.

 

Work in Progress (WIP) balance as at the 30th November , 2012 is comprised of $23,138,488.34 in respect to project costs from 2011-12 that were not completed as at 30th June 2012 as well as projects costs incurred since 1st July. A significant amount of the carried forward balance from 2011-12 relates to the Roma Airport.

 

Sustainability Ratios

 

In accordance with the Local Government (Finance, Plans and Reporting) Regulation 2010, Council’s current progressive performance against the Department of Local Government’s financial sustainability benchmark ratios have been calculated and are provided for Council. 

 

The ratios are designed to provide an indicative performance of Council against key financial sustainability criteria which are desired to be met to ensure the prudent management of Council’s corporate financial risks.

 

Council’s annual performance in this regard is information incorporated as part of the presentation of Council’s Annual Financial Statements and reported annually in Council’s Annual Report.

Working Capital Ratio 4.25% (Benchmark >1) – Within Benchmark

Operating Surplus Ratio -0.04% (Benchmark 0-110%) – Outside Benchmark

Net Financial Liabilities Ratio -0.68% (Benchmark <=60%) – Within Benchmark
Interest Coverage Ratio 0.009% (Benchmark 0-10%) – Within Benchmark

 

ACTUAL PERFORMANCE AT SUB PROGRAM LEVEL AGAINST COUNCIL’S APPROVED BUDGET REPORT

 

It is envisaged that as part of the development process for the 2013/14 budget  as well as the remaining reviews to be undertaken in respect to Council’s 2012-13 budget a better understanding of Council’s finances will be attained across the organisation at all levels. There will also be an increase in servicing operational and line areas due to more resources being  available in the Finance Branch.

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Council’s Accounting Staff

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Council is required to comply with the provisions of the Local Government (Finance, Plans an Reporting) Regulation 2010 – Sections 152 (1)(2) & (3).

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

Nil

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.2.1(a) To instil confidence to Council and other stakeholders in their decision making by developing and implementing financial procedures, processes and methodologies in an environment that promotes integrity and accountability.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

Monthly Report - Program YTD Figures - 15th January 2013

D13/2055

2View

MONTHLY REPORT - INCOME EXPENDITURE STATEMENT 15TH JANUARY 2013

D13/1583

3View

MONTHLY REPORT -BALANCE SHEET 15TH JANUARY 2013

D13/1595

 

 

  


Attachment 1

Monthly Report - Program YTD Figures - 15th January 2013

 
















Attachment 2

MONTHLY REPORT - INCOME EXPENDITURE STATEMENT 15TH JANUARY 2013

 


Attachment 3

MONTHLY REPORT -BALANCE SHEET 15TH JANUARY 2013

 

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 11 January 2013

Item Number: 13.1

File Number: D13/1371

 

Subject Heading:                     TMR PRELIMINARY DESIGN - WARREGO HIGHWAY UPGRADE MITCHELL TOWNSHIP

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Kym Downey, (Acting) Manager Asset & Design Services

 

Executive Summary: 

Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has provided details of the current preliminary design plans for the upgrade of the Warrego Highway from Mitchell township to existing Type 2 breakdown facility west of Mitchell

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

That, Council note information.

 

 

Body of Report:

Correspondence has been received from TMR providing details of the current preliminary design plans for the upgrade of the Warrego Highway from Mitchell township to existing Type 2 breakdown facility west of Mitchell.

This correspondence details the benefits and outcomes of the current program and provides planned dates for design completion (February 2013) and construction commencement (July 2013).

The correspondence also responds to requests made by Council following a presentation by TMR staff on 25 May 2011.  These responses are as follows:

1.   Stopping facilities for trucks included in design  - formalised truck parking has been incorporated between Caroline and Catherine St on the northern side of the Warrego Highway deviation.

2.   Preference for type 2 road trains to be able to access a proposed loop of Caroline / Oxford / Sophia Streets directly from Oxford and Sophia Street and from the west via a new intersection or provision of a left in access only using the existing highway – not incorporated into design due to limited funding.

Due to the limited funding TMR are also proposing to adopt other lower cost design solutions including:

1.   Use of painted medians to mark the turning bay into Ann Street

2.   No street lighting between Ann and Caroline Street

3.   Basic right turn (BAR) instead of channelised right turn (CHR) intersection treatment into Caroline Street.

TMR representatives will be in attendance at the meeting to discuss this project and the program of works for the Warrego Highway (Mitchell to Roma).

Consultation (internal/external):

Director – Infrastructure

DTMR Program Manager

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

There is some risk associated with the public perception of the requirement for these works and the impacts / outcomes of the changes.

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

N/a

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.5.1(a) To provide professional and technical engineering advice and support for Council in an effective and timely
manner.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

GA-01- Highway upgrade - Mitchell town

D13/51

2View

Department of Transport and Main Roads - Warrego Highway Upgrade Mitchell Township to Existing Type 2 Breakdown facility west of Mitchell - 06/12/2012

S12/17692

 

Report authorised by:

Barry Omundson, Director - Infrastructure Services


Attachment 1

GA-01- Highway upgrade - Mitchell town

 


Attachment 2

Department of Transport and Main Roads - Warrego Highway Upgrade Mitchell Township to Existing Type 2 Breakdown facility west of Mitchell - 06/12/2012

 




Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 11 January 2013

Item Number: 13.2

File Number: D13/1496

 

Subject Heading:                     Surat Water Supply Update

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                           Surat

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Troy Pettiford, Manager - Utilities

 

Executive Summary: 

Increased temperatures, demand in water supply, and decreasing water levels at Surat weir, have prompted investigation into water supply reserve levels and projections.

 

The following report provides an update into the investigation and presents some scenarios for council to consider to aid in managing the preservation of Surat’s water supply resource.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

That Council support the following recommendations for action:

 

1.   Council approves the implementation of the following water supply restrictions for Surat to ensure continuity of supply:

·    Surat divided into two districts – East and West. Mondays – Both East & West allowed to water. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays – West Only.  Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays – East Only.

 

2.    Council support further investigation into the direct extraction of water by contractors from the Balonne River at Surat.

 

 

Body of Report:

Surat’s watering schedule is currently every day of the week at the following time slots:

 

1.   6am – 10am

2.   3pm – 8pm

3.   11pm – 3am

 

This arrangement in these hotter times is causing low pressure concerns due to high demand from residents. Officers understand a number of Surat’s residents believe that the Raw Water Scheme (supplied free of charge due to the special tariff $2KL for treated water) is an unmetered resource. This is incorrect and forms part of the registered combined (Raw/Treated Extraction) allocation of 715 ML per year.

 

This approximately equates to a monthly allocation of 59.5ML. Last financial year Surat only went over 30ML extracted per month once. This financial years demand shows an increasing trend (see attached graph. OCT – DEC 2012). Extraction has gone over the 30 ML per month mark, three times thus far. Standpipe carted water figures have made minimal difference to the consumption increase (see attached graph and spreadsheet).

 

In regards to current river reserves we have obtained the following information:

 

·    The current river level is 0.745m below the top of the weir. The Bureau of Meteorology estimates the average annual evaporation in the Surat region to be 1.8m per year.

·    When the river level reaches 2m below the top of the weir we have the following scenarios:

o Current  usage trend remains = 1.5 years of water remaining

o Reduce raw water usage by 50%  = 3 years water supply remaining

o Stop raw water consumption completely (not a feasible option) = 4.5 years supply remaining.

 

After consultation with Surat Water Foreman John Allcock, the proposed new watering schedules that would increase raw water pressure and assist in conserving supply reserves for Surat is as follows:

 

1.  Surat divided into two districts – East and West (easily achieved and maintained by valving already installed) Mondays – Both East & West allowed to water. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays – West Only.  Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays – East Only. This scenario will reduce consumption and improve raw water pressure.

2.  Watering days for Surat – Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. No watering Tuesday and Thursday and monitor what effect it has with consumption trends. This scenario will reduce consumption only, not improve pressure.

 

These scenarios will be backed up by clear visual aids and information to show the public the predicament that the current usage trend poses. This will be easy to enforce as we control when the raw water pump is on or off. It also prevents the need for MRC to enforce restrictions if we opted for the traditional odd even approach currently enforce in the rest of the region.

 

Residents have also noticed contractors taking water direct from the river; further investigation into this matter is required to see if the contractors are licensed to do so as, this potentially effects weir reserve projections.

 

Council’s web site will be updated once a water restriction scenario is agreed upon.

 

Recently raw water samples were taken in Surat, after concerns were raised in relation to a bat colony (that has now moved on), depositing guano into the river.

 

MRC will continue testing weekly to establish a trend to enable more concise judgments/results.

 

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Ben Godford – Specialist Technical Officer

John Allcock – Surat Water/Sewerage Foreman

Bureau of Meteorology

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Nil

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

Nil

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.5.6(a) To promote community awareness in relation to responsible and efficient water use.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

Surat Water Usage Analysis

D13/1570

 

Report authorised by:

Barry Omundson, Director - Infrastructure Services


Attachment 1

Surat Water Usage Analysis

 



Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 14 January 2013

Item Number: 13.3

File Number: D13/1561

 

Subject Heading:                     Surat Regional Aviation Access Program Funding

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                           Surat

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Ben Jones, Manager - Airports

 

Executive Summary: 

Through the Regional Aviation Access Program (RAAP) $79,000 of funding was obtained for the Surat aerodrome in 2011-12. The funding was conditional that Maranoa Regional Council matched the amount, no capital work was completed in 2012-13. In consulting with several airport users the majority of aircraft types that use the Surat Aerodrome remain under 5,700 kg.

It is proposed that council re-allocate $79,000 from the 2012-13 budget to stabilise the runway, resulting in limiting aircraft weight to 5,700kg.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

Council reallocated $79,000 of existing Airport capital funding to perform runway works at the Surat Aerodrome in order to match the Regional Aviation Access Program funding.

 

 

Body of Report:

Through the Regional Aviation Access Program (RAAP) $79,000 of funding was obtained for the Surat aerodrome in 2011-12 with the condition that Council match the funding. To date council have received $25,000 and have not commenced any capital work. In the current financial year there is no capital budget allocated to perform work at the Surat Aerodrome. If works are not preformed council will need to refund the $25,000.

 

In April 2011 a Compliance Audit of Surat Airport was performed. The contents of the report showed that there were several outstanding critical safety issues that required resolving. Recently maintenance works have been undertaken to address some of the issues outlined in the audit. In order to resolve the larger issue of the condition of the runway capital funds are required, to match the funding from the RAAP.

 

Key users of the Surat Aerodrome were consulted as to their requirements and use of the facility, including RFDS, Care flight and the Surat hospital. The result was the use of the Surat Aerodrome is seasonal by local crop dusters/seeders and the hospital that on average would have approximately 2 medivac per month. Most aircraft that use the Surat Aerodrome remain under 5,700kg with the exception of the Beechcraft B350, largest RFDS aircraft, not commonly used at Surat.

 

It is recommended that Council approves $79,000 in order to match RAAP funding so runway stabilisation can be preformed to an extend that aircraft under 5,700kg can safely use the Surat Aerodrome.

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Loren Clancy – Acting Surat Overseer

Glenn Robinson - The Airport Group

Rob Mac Taggart - The Airport Group

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Nil

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

$79,000 of capital budget to be reallocated.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.5.1(a) To provide professional and technical engineering advice and support for Council in an effective and timely
manner.

Supporting Documentation:

Nil

Report authorised by:

Barry Omundson, Director - Infrastructure Services


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 17 January 2013

Item Number: 13.4

File Number: D13/2072

 

Subject Heading:                     Provision of a bus shelter adjacent to the BP Service Station Arthur Street, Roma

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                         Not Applicable

Location:                                           Arthur Street, Roma

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Peter Weallans, Manager -  Infrastructure Planning

 

Executive Summary: 

The Department of Main Roads and Transport (DTMR) has advised that Council is eligible for 50% grant funding for the installation of a bus shelter in Roma to cater for long distance coaches.

 

Currently the coaches park in Arthur Street adjacent to the BP Service Station.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

(1) Council seek grant funding in 2013/2014 for the installation of a bus shelter in Arthur Street.

(2) Council make provision in its Road Capital Budget 2013/2014 for a 50% contribution to match State Government funding to enable installation of the bus shelter to proceed.

(3) Council progress with the relocation of the coach stopping bay from its current location to the opposite side of Arthur Street.  Regulatory signage and line marking of the new coach stopping bay to be programmed immediately.

(4) The existing coach stopping bay immediately adjacent to the BP Service Station be line marked to accommodate for the  parallel parking of cars.

 

Body of Report:

Council has been in discussions with DTMR concerning the suitability of the current location in Arthur Street as a parking bay for coaches.

 

The issues that have been identified are as follows:-

(1) Blocked vision for vehicles exiting the BP Service Station when coaches are parked between the two BP Service Station driveways.

(2) The length of the tapers required for coaches to pull in and out safely

(3) The physical dimensions of the proposed bus shelter unit

 

In order to reach agreement on the most suitable location of the proposed bus shelter, Council Officers have met onsite with a DTMR Engineer and an Operations Officer of the Passenger Transport Services Branch of the Translink Division of DTMR.

 

The following consensus were reached:

(1) The proposed bus shelter location adjacent to the BP Service Station does not meet design standards in relation to taper lengths for ingress and egress to the regulated coach set down bay.

(2) A visibility problem does exist for vehicles exiting the Service Station when a coach is wedged up between the two Service Station driveways.

(3) A bus shelter design can be selected which will be accommodated within the physical constraints between the property boundary and the kerbline.

 

Accordingly, the decision was made that it was not a suitable location for the bus shelter to be installed immediately adjacent to the BP Service Station.  The preferred location is on the opposite site of the road in order to address poor visibility and insufficient taper lengths that exist at the current location.

 

New location has been discussed with the Queensland Police Service who have no objection.

Consultation (internal/external):

Noel Kerr – MRC,

Sutha Sivashanmugam – DTMR, Senior Civil Engineer

Anthony Partridge – DTMR, Senior Operations Officer

Barry Winters – Queensland Police Service

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Nil

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

Council will be responsible for the future maintenance of the bus shelter which may be subject to vandalism.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.5.3(c) To develop an asset replacement program for Council’s roads infrastructure assets so as to ensure sufficient funds are available to undertake any asset replacement and renewal when required without creating an unnecessary financial burden on other Council operations and in the interest of long term sustainability.

Supporting Documentation:

Nil

Report authorised by:

Barry Omundson, Director - Infrastructure Services   


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 10 January 2013

Item Number: 15.1

File Number: D13/1167

 

Subject Heading:                     Material Change of Use - "Dual Occupancy" (File: 2012/18208)

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                         Deraland Welding Contractors Pty Ltd C/- Mayhill Planning & Architecture Pty Ltd, Shop 2/72 Merivale Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101

Location:                                           Taylor Street, Roma QLD 4455 (Lot 67 on SP236781)

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

 

Executive Summary:  The application seeks a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use – Dual Occupancy on land at Taylor Street, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 67 on SP236781. The proposed development will establish a Dual Occupancy on a lot that has been created as part of an approved residential subdivision over the site.

 

The proposed development is consistent with the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006 including the DEOs and Rural Zone Code.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  Council approve the application for a Material Change of Use for Dual Occupancy at Taylor Street, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 67 on SP236781, subject to the following conditions:

 

Preamble

 

1.      Refer to http://www.cmdg.com.au/ for the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG).

 

Complete and Maintain

 

1.      Complete and maintain the approved development as follows: (i) in accordance with development approval documents and (ii) strictly in accordance with those parts of the approved development which have been specified in detail by the Council or Referral Agency unless the Council or Referral Agency agrees in writing that those parts will be adequately complied with by amended specifications.

 

2.      Complete and maintain all operational, building and plumbing and drainage work associated with this development approval, including work required by any of the development approval conditions.

 

3.      Maintain the approved development being Material Change of Use (Dual Occupancy) in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document number

Plan/Document name

Date

SK-02, Revision C

Site/Gnd Layout Plan

09-11-12

SK-03, Revision C

Elevations-01

09-11-12

SK-04, Revision C

Elevations 02

09-11-12

SK-05, Revision C

Proposed Site Plan

09-11-12

CMDG-R-041 Rev B

Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks

07-11

CMDG D11

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Water Reticulation D11 Design Guidelines

10-07

CMDG D12

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Sewerage Reticulation D12 Design Guidelines

10-07

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

4.      Stormwater must not be allowed to pond on the property being developed during the development process and after development has been completed unless the type and size of ponding has been agreed in writing by the Council or as a specific development approval condition.

 

5.      Any increases in volume, concentration or velocity of stormwater from the property being developed must be channelled to lawful points of discharge or to other storage or dispersal arrangements which must all be agreed in writing by the Council.

 

6.      There must be no increases in any silt loads or contaminants in any overland flow from the property being developed, during the development process and after the development has been completed.

 

7.      The stormwater disposal system must be designed to include appropriate pollution control devices or methods to ensure no contamination or silting of creeks or other waterways.

 

8.      The developer shall submit a development application for Operational Works (stormwater management) to Council for approval for the development.

 

Environmental

 

9.      All construction works on site are to be undertaken in accordance with the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Engineering Guidelines for Queensland Construction sites (IE Aust, Queensland Division, Brisbane – or later versions).

 

10.    The developer shall immediately clean up and satisfactorily remove any deposited construction material or silt runoff from the development site.

 

Erosion Control

 

11.    If there is a possibility of erosion or silt or other materials being washed off the property being developed during the development process, the developer must document and implement a management plan that prevents this from occurring.

 

12.    During construction, soil erosion and sediment is to be managed in accordance with the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Engineering Guidelines for Queensland Construction sites (IE Aust, Queensland Division, Brisbane – or later versions).

 

13.    Should it be necessary for the road and/or drainage system to be reinstated or cleaned up due to erosion and/or sedimentation from the site, then such works shall be undertaken at no cost to Council. 

 

Services Provisions

 

14.    The development is to be connected to Council’s reticulated sewerage disposal system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA02-2002 Sewerage Code of Australia (version 2.3) and the CMDG Design Guideline - D12 ‘Sewerage Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

15.    The development is to be connected to Council’s reticulated water supply system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA03-2002 Water Reticulation Code of Australia (version 2.3) and the CMDG Design Guideline – D11 ‘Water Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

16.    The development must be connected to an electricity reticulation service in accordance with the relevant service provider’s requirements and specifications along with relevant building standards, requirements and specifications (as relevant).

 

17.    The development is to be connected to reticulated gas supply at no cost to Council.

 

18.    All services installation, including sewer, water, gas, electricity and telecommunications connections to the respective networks, must comply with (i) the development approval conditions, (ii) any relevant provisions in the planning scheme for the area, (iii) Council’s standard designs for such work where such designs exist  (iv) the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG) where it applies (v) any relevant Australian Standard that applies to that type of work and (vi) any alternative specifications that Council has agreed to in writing and which the developer must ensure do not conflict with any requirements imposed by any applicable laws and standards.

 

19.    Any conflicts associated with proposed and existing services shall be forwarded by the developer to the appropriate controlling authority for approval for any proposed changes.

 

Access, Roads and Lighting

 

20.    The landowner shall be responsible for construction and maintenance of vehicle crossovers from the road carriageway to the property boundary and for obtaining any approvals that may be required and for complying with the applicable designs and standards.

 

21.    Vehicle crossovers from Taylor Street and Howard Street are to be constructed in accordance with drawing CMDG-R-041 Rev B - Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks, dated 07/2011.

 

22.    Vehicle crossover must be located a minimum distance of one metre from any street signage, power poles, street lights, manholes, stormwater gully pits or other Council assets.

 

23.    All car parking spaces and driveway areas are to be sealed with an approved impervious surface.  Surfacing shall consist of either patterned, reinforced concrete, concrete pavers, segmental clay pavers, asphaltic hotmix or two coat (primerseal/seal) bitumen seal. 

 

24.    Any damage to roads and infrastructure that is attributable to the progress of works on the site or vehicles associated with the development of the site, must be repaired to Council’s satisfaction or the cost of repairs paid to Council.

 

Landscaping and Fencing

 

25.    Landscaping is to be provided in accordance with drawing SK-02, Revision C “Site/Gnd Layout Plan”.  Landscaping is to comprise and mix of shrubs, trees and groundcovers.

 

26.    All unsealed areas of the site excluding gardens, must be turfed.

 

27.    Ground covers should fully cover vegetated areas within 1 year of planting.

 

28.    Site landscaping must not interfere with electrical infrastructure nor restrict maintenance access to any onsite infrastructure, public utility or easement.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

29.    Lighting of the site, including any security lighting, shall be such that the lighting intensity does not exceed 8.0 lux at a distance of 1.5 metres from the site at any property boundary.

 

30.    All lighting shall be directed or shielded so as to ensure that no glare directly affects nearby properties.

 

31.    Measures shall be applied to prevent site vehicles tracking sediment and other pollutants onto adjoining roads during the course of the construction period and to prevent dust nuisance during construction.

 

32.    Any air conditioning, generator, refrigeration, pump, exhaust, fans, processing or other equipment must be acoustically screened to ensure noise levels do not exceed 5dB  above the background noise level.

 

33.    During the establishment of the approved development, no nuisance is to be caused to adjoining properties and occupiers by the way of smoke, dust, rubbish, contaminant, stormwater discharge or siltation at any time, including non-working hours.

 

Rubbish Collection

 

34.    At all times while the use continues, waste containers shall be maintained in a clean and tidy state and shall be emptied and the waste removed from the site on a regular basis.

 

35.    All bins shall be shielded from the view of travelling public and neighbours.

 

Buildings

 

36.    All buildings are to be constructed in accordance with approved plans.

 

37.    No plumbing work is to be connected to any bedroom within the approved building.

 

38.    Courtyards are not to be divided or sectioned off by a physical barrier or other screening device.

 

No Cost to Council

 

39.    Services and infrastructure required in connection with the establishment of the approved development must be provided at no cost to Council.

 

40.    The developer is responsible for meeting all costs associated with the approved development unless there is specific agreement by other parties, including the Council, to meeting those costs.

 

41.    All civil and related work shall be designed and supervised by RPEQ Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland (RPEQ) who are competent in the construction of the works.

 

42.    All rates and charges of any description and all arrears of such rates and charges, together with interest outstanding thereon, on the land, due to Council, shall be paid to the Council prior to occupation of the dwelling units.

 

Infrastructure Contributions

 

43.    An infrastructure contribution equivalent to Council’s adopted Priority Infrastructure Plan, of $21,000.00 is payable to Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencing building works onsite.

 

Use

 

44.    The developer is to notify Council upon completion of the conditions of approval and prior to occupation of the dwelling units.

 

45.    All development approval conditions related to the establishment of the approved development must be fulfilled prior to any approved use commencing.

 

46.    All necessary utilities and services must be connected and operational prior to the commencement of the approved use and maintained in good order after the use commences.

 

 

Body of Report:

Refer to Attachment 1.

Consultation (internal/external):

-     Ken Ryan and Associates Pty Ltd and Lou Scarpato Futureproof Strategies as part of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT PLANNING ALLIANCE. 

-     MRC Engineering Services (Internal)

-     Public Notification was carried out in accordance with SPA.

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

The applicant has appeal rights under SPA against any decision of Council.

Policy Implications:

The application generally accords with the policy position of the Roma Town Planning Scheme.

Financial Resource Implications:

Any conditions imposed will be at the cost of the developer.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.3.1(a) Regulate and control development in a consistent and responsible manner that enhances the lifestyle of our community whilst promoting sustainable development.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

Body of Report

D13/1166

 

Report authorised by:

Robert Hayward, Director- Development & Environment Services


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

 

1.0       Background information

 

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.  The zoning of the site is Rural however it is located within a recently developed residential estate.  

 

Each unit within the dual occupancy will consist of three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a lounge, dining and kitchen area.  Each unit will also be provided with two car parking spaces inside a double garage and a visitor parking bay, with the proposed development providing five car parking spaces in total.

 

Motor vehicle access to the site will be obtained from Taylor Street and Howard Street, which are new roads that have been constructed as part of the approved subdivision.  One crossover will be provided to each street.

 

Landscaped strips are proposed along both frontages of the site to maintain visual amenity of the site as viewed from the street.

 

The applicant has provided the following Proposal Plans in support of the proposed development –


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

 

 

 


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

 

2.0       Definition of use and assessment status - the premises – locality and zoning

 

The proposed use is defined as "Dual Occupancy" in the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006 which is described as follows:

 

“Dual Occupancy” means any premises used as two (2) only dwelling units which are attached.

 

The site is situated at Taylor Street, Roma QLD 4455 and described as Lot 67 on SP236781 (refer Figure 1 - Locality Plan).

 

Figure 1 - Locality Plan                                                                                                       Source: Whereis (2012)

 

The site is situated in the Rural Zone of the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006 (refer Figure 2 - Zoning).

Figure 2 - Zoning                                                                 Source: Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006

 

The site is currently vacant.  The surrounding properties are similarly vacant rural land.  The land further to the east contains established residential uses (refer Figure 3 - Aerial Photograph).

Figure 3 - Aerial Photograph                                                                                                             Source: Google 2010

 

 

3.0       Assessment against the planning scheme

Impact assessment

This application is subject to Impact Assessment and is assessed against the relevant provisions of the planning scheme, including any relevant codes. The provisions of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 [SPA] may be summarized: s313 provides that the assessment manager must carry out the impact assessment having regard to—

(a) the State planning regulatory provisions;

(b) the regional plan for a designated region, to the extent it is not identified in the planning scheme as being appropriately reflected in the planning scheme;

(c)  any applicable codes, other than concurrence agency codes the assessment manager does not apply, that are identified as a code for IDAS under this or another Act;

(d) State planning policies, to the extent the policies are not

a)   any relevant regional plan as being appropriately reflected in the regional plan; or

b)   the planning scheme as being appropriately reflected in the planning scheme;

(e) any applicable codes in the following instruments—

(i)   a structure plan;

(ii)  a master plan;

(iii) a temporary local planning instrument;

(iv) a preliminary approval to which section 242 applies;

(v)  a planning scheme;

(f)   if the assessment manager is an infrastructure provider—the priority infrastructure plan.

 

There is no conflict with these provisions of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009. 

 

Proposed use is in conflict with planning scheme

Although the planning scheme requires that the proposed development is assessed against the Impact Assessable provisions of the planning scheme, the development proposed does not conflict with the intent of the planning scheme for the zone in which it is to be located.

 

Desired Environmental Outcome

The Desired Environmental Outcomes (DEOs) are based on ecological sustainability established by IPA and are the basis for the measures of the planning scheme.  Compliance is outlined below:

 

(a) Environment

(i)   The areas of high scenic amenity, remnant vegetation, wetlands, fauna habitats and wildlife corridors and regionally significant open space in the town are protected.

 

The proposed development will not result in the removal of any vegetation, or impact on any other environmentally significant areas, including wetlands, habitats, corridors and open spaces.    

 

(ii)  Places, areas or sites identified as being susceptible to land degradation, including contamination, erosion, salinity and landslip, are protected and further degradation is minimised.

 

The subject site is not identified as being susceptible to land degradation. Nevertheless the proposed development does not involve any works which may result in such issues.   

 

(iii) Ecological sustainability is achieved by maintaining and improving biodiversity, water and air quality.

The proposed development will not adversely impact on water or air quality nor adversely impact on the biodiversity of the area.   

 

(iv) Places of historical and indigenous cultural heritage and social significance are protected, maintained and enhanced.

The subject site is not identified as being in proximity to, or a place of, historical, cultural or social significance. 

 

(b) Economic

(i)   Business and commercial development shall be located within the Commercial Zone to promote and strengthen the existing central Business District.

 

(ii)  The Central Business District (CBD) or inner core of the Commercial Zone is intended to contain the more intensive commercial uses.  Entertainment facilities and tourist accommodation will also be favoured within and adjacent to the CBD to provide a central focus of activity and promote vitality after office hours.

 

The proposal is for residential development within a residential subdivision and will not compromise the location of business and commercial development with the Commercial Zone and CBD.

 

(iii) Beautification and improved parking facilities will enhance the efficiency, attractions and vitality of the Town CBD.

 

The proposed development is for residential development located west of the Town CBD.

 

(iv) Tourism will be promoted with significant economic and social benefits to the town as a regional centre with close association with the oil and gas industry and the proximity of the Carnarvon National Park.

 

The proposed development is for residential development within a residential subdivision and will not adversely impact on the promotion of tourism.

 

(v)  Industry, business and employment opportunities are improved and appropriately located to service the community and region, and encourage economic activity within the local area.

 

The proposed development is for residential development within a residential subdivision and will not adversely impact on industry, business and employment opportunities. 

 

(c)  Community Well-Being & Lifestyle

(i)   Convenient access to roads and services is achieved through well located land uses and the efficient use and timely provision of infrastructure such as water, sewerage and roads walkways and cycling facilities.

 

The proposed development is located within a recently developed residential estate with infrastructure and services available to service the proposed use.

 

(ii)  Infrastructure networks such as road and rail, water cycle and electricity infrastructure are protected from encroachment by sensitive land uses which may adversely affect or limit the normal operation of that infrastructure.

 

The proposed development will gain access from Taylor and Howard Streets, which have been constructed as part of the approved subdivision over the site.  The proposed development will not encroach on any established infrastructure networks.

 

(iii)  Rural residential and urban residential development occurs in distinct localities that provide a sense of community, amenity, services, and a safe, affordable living environment, whilst maintaining the rural amenity of the Town Area.

 

The proposed Dual Occupancy will be established within an approved residential subdivision.   Appropriate setbacks and landscaping to the frontages of the site will ensure the rural amenity of the area is maintained.

 

(iv) The adverse effects from natural and other hazards, including bushfires are minimised.

 

The site is not subject to natural or other hazards. 

 

(v)  The range of housing types, services and facilities meets the needs of the community and other uses.

 

The proposal is for a Dual Occupancy and will increase the range of housing types available to the community.

 

(vi)  Community well being is not compromised by inappropriate development that impacts upon noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels, local amenity.

 

The proposal is for a residential use within an approved residential subdivision.  The site is located in close proximity to an established residential area west of the town and the proposed development will not have an adverse impact on noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels or local amenity in the town.

 

Overall Outcomes for Rural Area Code

The Rural Area Code identifies overall outcomes providing direction about relevant assessment issues. 

1)   The overall outcomes are the purpose of the Rural Area Code:

2)   The specific outcomes sought for the Rural Area are to ensure development:

 

(a)  of rural uses are appropriately located within the Rural Area and existing and future Rural Activities are not prejudiced by inappropriate development;

 

The proposed development is for a residential use in a residential subdivision.  The development will be located on Lot 67 of the approved subdivision over the site.  The site is not located in close proximity to established Rural Activities and will not be prejudiced by inappropriate development.

 

(b)  Maintains the environment, including soil, air and water, compatible with healthy natural systems and ensures public health and safety;

 

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy, and will not cause any adverse impacts to the environment or natural systems over the site.

 

(c)   Protects Good Quality Agricultural Land (GQAL) from fragmentation, alienation or encroachment of incompatible land uses in accordance with State Planning Policy 1/92 – “Development and Conservation of Agricultural Land”;

 

The proposed development is located on GQAL, however is part of an approved residential subdivision and will not result in further fragmentation of GQAL.

 

(d)  Is located, designed and operated in a manner that protects and enhances the predominant rural scale, intensity, form and character;

 

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and is located and designed to protect and enhance the predominant rural scale, intensity, form and character. 

 

(e)  Maintains the rural amenity

 

The proposed development is for a residential use in an approved residential subdivision.  The proposed development will maintain sufficient setbacks to all site boundaries and incorporate landscaping throughout the development to maintain the amenity of the area.

 

(f)    Does not prejudice or impact adversely on other uses including those within other Areas;

 

The proposed use is to be located within a recently developed residential subdivision.  The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not prejudice or impact adversely on future surrounding uses, including those within other areas.

 

(g)  Has an appropriately designed access to the road network and traffic generated by the development does not impact adversely on the local road network;

 

The proposed development will obtain access to Taylor and Howard Streets, which have been constructed as part of the approved subdivision.  The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not generate high levels of traffic or adversely impact on the local road network.

 

(h)  Protects areas and sites of conservation importance, including cultural and high landscape values;

 

The subject site does not contain any area or features of environmental significance that require protection.   

 

(i)    Is undertaken in an orderly and logical sequence to achieve an efficient provision of infrastructure;

 

The proposed development is to be located within a recently developed residential estate.  Connection and provision for appropriate infrastructure has been supplied at the subdivision stage.   

 

(j)    Is located and designed in ways that minimize the need for flood, bushfire and landslide mitigation and to protect people and premises from such natural events;

 

The proposed development will not be adversely impacted by any natural hazards.

 

(k)   Has water supply, storm water disposal, sustainable effluent and waste disposal and power to appropriate standards adequate for the use;

 

The proposed development is to be located within a recently developed residential subdivision.  Connection and provision for appropriate water supply, stormwater disposal, sustainable effluent and waste disposal, and power has been supplied at the subdivision stage.

   

(l)    Does not impact adversely on infrastructure; and

 

The proposed development is for a residential use within a residential subdivision and will not adversely impact on infrastructure. 

 

(m)  Does not compromise community well being through the development of Intensive Animal Industries especially its impacts upon noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels and local amenity.

 

The proposed development is not for Intensive Animal Industries.

 

The Code’s relevant Performance Criteria are shown below, in order to more easily permit structured and detailed consideration of relevant issues—

 

Rural Area Code

The Codes’ relevant Performance Criteria are shown below, in order to more easily permit structured and detailed consideration of relevant issues—

 

Relevant performance criteria -  the Rural Zone Code

Assessment responses

For all of the Rural Area

Infrastructure

PC1 Electricity

Premises are provided with a supply of electricity and adequate for the activity.

The proposed development is located within an established residential estate with access to electrical infrastructure.

PC2 Water Supply

Premises are provided with an adequate volume and supply of water for the activity.

The proposed development is located within an established residential estate with reticulated water supply available.

PC3 Effluent disposal

To ensure that public health and environmental values are preserved, all premises provide for the treatment and disposal of effluent and other waste water.

The proposed development is located within an established residential estate with reticulated sewerage disposal available.

 

PC4 Stormwater/Inter-allotment Drainage

Stormwater is collected and discharged so as to:

a)   Protect the stability of buildings or the use of adjacent land;

b)   Prevent the waterlogging of nearby land; and

c)   Protect and maintain environmental values.

Conditions of approval will require the submission of a subsequent operational works application for approval of the stormwater drainage system for the development.            

PC5 Vehicle Access

Vehicle access is provided to a standard appropriate for the use.

Conditions of approval will require access from Taylor and Howard Streets to be constructed to a standard appropriate for residential use.

PC 6 Density

The density of residential activities does not impact adversely on the residential and rural amenity of the area.

N/A – The proposed development is not for a dwelling house.

PC7 Parking and manoeuvring

Vehicle parking and service vehicle provision is adequate for the use whilst ensuring both safe and functional operation for motorists and pedestrians.

Five car parking spaces will be provided as part of the proposed development, which is in accordance with Schedule 2: “Standards for Roads, Car Parking, Access and Manoeuvring Areas”, which requires 4.2 parking spaces for a Dual Occupancy with 6 bedrooms. All car parking and vehicle manoeuvring areas will be required to be constructed with Schedule 2A: “Standards for Rural Roads and Access Areas”.

PC8 Roads

All weather road access is provided between the premises and the existing road network.

N/A – The proposed development does not involve road construction.  The new roads which provide access to the site have been recently constructed as part of the residential subdivision within which the site is located.

PC9 State Controlled Roads

State Controlled Roads are maintained and enhanced as a link between major centres.

The proposal will gain access from new roads constructed as part of the residential subdivision and will not have direct access to the Carnarvon Highway.

PC10 Development Adjacent to Highways

Development adjacent to State Controlled Roads is located to ensure safe and efficient use of the highway and maintain the integrity of the highway as a commuter link.

The site does not adjoin the Carnarvon Highway.

PC11 Noise Sensitive Development

Noise sensitive developments (residential, educational and community) must ensure that road traffic noise levels are appropriately managed to achieve acceptable levels of amenity.

The proposed development is located within an approved residential subdivision, and is not in close proximity to major roads or train lines.

PC 12 Development in the Vicinity of Aerodrome

Development in the vicinity of an aerodrome:

a)   does not adversely affect the operation of the aerodrome;

b)   is designed and located to achieve a suitable standard of amenity for the proposed activity; and

c)   does not restrict the future operational demands of the aerodrome.

N/A – The proposed development is not within 100 metres of the aerodrome.

PC 13 Development in the Vicinity of Aerodrome

The development of premises does not cause as obstruction or other potential hazard to aircraft movement associated with the aerodrome by way of:

a)   the physical intrusion of buildings or other structures into the Obstacle Limitation Surface;

b)   attracting birds or bats to the area which could cause or contribute to bird strike hazard;

c)   providing very bright lighting or lighting similar to aerodrome lighting which can distract or confuse pilots;

d)   interfering with navigation or communication facilities;

e)   emissions that may affect pilot visibility or aircraft operations; or

f)    transient intrusions into the aerodromes operation space.

N/A – The proposed development is not within 100 metres of the aerodrome.

PC14 Gas and Oil Pipelines

Buildings are located at an appropriate distance from pipelines to ensure community safety and operation of the use is not compromised.

No habitable structure is to be constructed within 100 metres of an oil or gas pipeline.

 

PC15 Refuse Tips and Effluent Treatment Plants

Buildings are located at an appropriate distance from refuse tips or effluent treatment plants to ensure community safety and operation of the use is not compromised.

No building is to be constructed within 500 metres of a refuse tip or effluent treatment plant.

PC16 Rail Corridors

Development is at an appropriate distance from the rail corridor so as not to prejudice safety, speed or intended role of the existing and proposed rail corridors.

The proposed development is not in proximity to a railway corridor.

PC17

Development adjoining the rail corridor is protected from the impact of noise. 

The proposed development is not a noise sensitive use and is not situated in proximity to a railway corridor. 

PC18 Electricity Transmission Line Easement – Vegetation

Transmission lines within an Electricity transmission line easement are protected from vegetation.

The site is not subject to an electricity easement.

PC19 Electricity Transmission Line Easement – Separation Distance

Habitable buildings and “community orientated uses” are located a minimum distance from lines to ensure community safety.

The site is remote from electricity easements.

2.  Environment

 

PC20 Watercourses

Development ensures the maintenance of riparian areas and water quality including protection from off-site transfer of sediment.

The site is not in proximity to a lake or watercourse.  

PC21 Flooding

Premises are designed and located so as:

a)   Not to be adversely impacted upon by flooding;

b)   To protect life and property; and

c)   Not to have an undesirable impact of the extent and magnitude of flooding.

The proposed development is not identified as being subject to flooding.

PC22 Air Emissions

Air emissions from premises do not cause environmental harm or nuisance to adjoining properties or sensitive land uses.

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not result in air emissions beyond that expected for a residential use.

PC23 Noise Emissions

Noise emissions from premises do not cause environmental harm or nuisance to adjoining properties or sensitive land uses.

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not result in air emissions beyond that expected for a residential use.

PC24 Water Quality

The standard effluent and/or storm water runoff from premises ensures the quality of surface water is suitable for:

a)   The biological integrity of aquatic ecosystems;

b)   Recreational use;

c)   Supply as drinking water after minimal treatment;

d)   Agricultural use; or

e)   Industrial use.

The proposed development will be required to comply with Schedule 6: “Standards for Stormwater Drainage”, as a condition of development.

PC25 Excavation and Filling

Excavation and filling of land ensures:

a)   That both the amenity and safety of users of the site and adjacent land holdings;

b)   Soil erosion is kept to a minimum with remedial works.

Excavation and filling will be undertaken in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

PC26 Construction Activities

Both erosion control and silt collection measures are undertaken so as to ensure protection of environmental values during construction.

During construction, soil erosion and sediment is managed in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

PC27 Separation of Incompatible land uses

Separation distances are provided to ensure:

a)   The future viability of surrounding uses;

b)   Infrastructure items are protected from incompatible development;

c)   An appropriate standard of amenity and public safety; and

d)   Conflict arising from incompatible uses is minimized.

The proposed development is for a residential use within an approved residential subdivision.  The use will not be in close proximity to incompatible land uses and will not result in adverse air or noise emissions to future surrounding residential development.

PC28 Good Quality Agricultural Land

Good Quality Agricultural Land areas as identified in Map R2 – Good Quality Agricultural Land are conserved and managed for the longer term and protected from development that may lead to its alienation or diminished productivity.

The proposed development is located on GQAL, however is part of an approved residential subdivision and will not result in further fragmentation of GQAL.

PC29 Vegetation Retention

Development retains vegetation for the:

a)   Protection of scenic quality;

b)   Protection of general habitat;

c)   Protection of soil quality; and

d)   Establishment of open space corridors and networks.

The proposed development will not involve clearing of vegetation.  Landscaping strips will be established along the frontages of the site to maintain visual amenity of the site as viewed from the street.

 

 

 

                

PC30 Protected Areas

Development is undertaken to ensure areas of significant biodiversity and habitat value are protected.

N/A – The site is not located in close proximity to protected areas.

PC31 Sloping Land

Development is undertaken to ensure:

a)   Vulnerability to landslip erosion and land degradation is minimised; and

b)   Safety of persons and property is not compromised.

The site does not contain a slope of greater than 15 percent.

 

PC32 Bushfire Hazard Area

Development maintains the safety of people and property by avoiding areas of High or Medium Bushfire hazard or mitigating the risk through:

a)   The siting of buildings ensuring setbacks from hazardous vegetation are maximized and elements least susceptible to fire are sited closest to the bushfire hazard; and

b)   The provision of firebreaks to ensure adequate setbacks between buildings structure and hazardous vegetation.

The site is not in an area of High or Medium Bushfire hazard.

PC33 Character Buildings

Development adjacent to buildings identified as heritage or character buildings is Schedule 10 incorporates design features, materials and details that blend with the existing character.

N/A – The development is not adjacent to buildings identified as heritage or character buildings.

PC34 Cultural Heritage

The significance of known places of indigenous and/or cultural heritage value is retained.

N/A – The site is not in close proximity to known areas of cultural heritage.

PC35 Residential Outbuildings

Rural amenity is to be maintained.

N/A – The proposed development does not involve residential outbuildings.

Specific Land Uses

Catteries and Kennels

PC36

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Commercial Premises

PC37-40

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Community Use

PC41-44

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Dwelling House

PC45-47

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Forestry

PC48-51

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Home Based Business

PC52-54

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Host Home Accommodation

PC55-58

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Industrial

PC59-63.2

 

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Refrigerated Animal Carcass Storage

PC64-66

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Service Station

PC67

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Telecommunications Facility

PC68

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Temporary Workers Accommodation

PC69-72

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Tourist Facility

PC73-75

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

 

Other assessment issues

Subsequent approvals for Building Works will be required. 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 10 January 2013

Item Number: 15.2

File Number: D13/1177

 

Subject Heading:                     Systematic Inspection Program

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                           Region

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Sandra Crosby, Manager- Environmental Health

 

Executive Summary: 

To ensure that Council is meeting its obligations and community expectations regarding animal control, it is necessary to undertake the annual systematic urban inspection program to ascertain if animal owners are actioning compliance with the Local Law.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  

That Council approve a three month systematic inspection program under section 134 of the Local Government Act 2009 for the purpose of entering all urban premises to monitor compliance with Local Laws No 2 (Animal management) together with Subordinate Local Law 1.5 (Keeping of Animals) 2011.  This program will commence on the 1 March 2013 and finalise on the 30 May 2013.

 

 

Body of Report:

To assist with the keeping and control of animals within the Shire, delegated officers of Council will undertake an approved inspection program within urban areas. This program assists in the provision of information to residents and enables face to face consultation with community members by animal control officers.

 

The systematic inspection program allows an authorised person to enter and inspect all properties for a specific purpose. The period for approval must be not more than 3 months, and such program must be advertised to the public at least 14 days and not more than 28 days before the commencement of such program.

 

Compliance Officers and Local law officers maintain knowledge of applicable Local Laws approved by Council; however refresher training will be implemented prior to the commencement of the program on requirements of Subordinate Local Law No. 1.5 and Law No 2 relating to the keeping and control of animals within the Maranoa Region.

Consultation (internal/external):

Julie Rietano, Chief Executive Officer

Rob Hayward, Director Development and Environment

Rodney  Bartel, Senior Compliance Officer

Robert Bryson, Compliance Officer

Casey Volz, Environmental Health Officer

Bill Burke, Senior Local Law Officer

Ray Thrupp, Local Law Officer

Doug Gillett, Senior Local Law Officer

Noelle McHugh, Local Laws Officer

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

Should council not administer its Local law the possibility of legal, political and financial burden is identified as ‘high’.

Policy Implications:

Should owners/keepers of animals not meet the appropriate requirements within the local laws, such as holding a permit to retain an animal or animals on urban land and Council allows this to occur, it is in breach of community expectations and safety requirements.  This may become an extensive burden on this community

Financial Resource Implications:

Appropriate resources – employees, administration and plant. It is expected that Compliance Officers and Local Law Officers will implement this program as a team, and compliance officers will action monitoring of non-compliant sites.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.3.5(a) To undertake Council’s regulatory function in relation to the keeping and control of animals in a humane, consistent and responsible manner in the interests of the maintaining community standards and wellbeing.

Supporting Documentation:

1

Maranoa Regional Council Local Law No. 1
Maranoa Regional Council Subordinate Local Law No. 1.5
Maranoa Regional Council Local Law No. 2
Maranoa Regional Council Subordinate Local Law No. 2 (Enclosure)

 

 

Report authorised by:

Robert Hayward, Director- Development & Environment Services


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  23 January 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  23 January 2013

Date: 10 January 2013

Item Number: 15.3

File Number: D13/1186

 

Subject Heading:                     Material Change of Use - "Dual Occupancy" (File: 2012/18209)

Classification:                                  Open Access   

Name of Applicant:                         Deraland Welding Contractors Pty Ltd C/- Mayhill Planning & Architecture Pty Ltd, Shop 2/72 Merivale Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101

Location:                                           Everingham Avenue, Roma QLD 4455 (Lot 79 on SP236781)

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

 

Executive Summary:  The application seeks a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use – Dual Occupancy on land at Everingham Avenue, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 79 on SP236781. The proposed development will establish a Dual Occupancy on a lot that has been created as part of an approved residential subdivision over the site.

 

The proposed development is consistent with the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006 including the DEOs and Rural Zone Code.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  Council approve the application for a Material Change of Use for Dual Occupancy at Everingham Avenue, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 79 on SP236781, subject to the following conditions:

 

Preamble

 

1.      Refer to http://www.cmdg.com.au/ for the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG).

 

Complete and Maintain

 

1.      Complete and maintain the approved development as follows: (i) in accordance with development approval documents and (ii) strictly in accordance with those parts of the approved development which have been specified in detail by the Council or Referral Agency unless the Council or Referral Agency agrees in writing that those parts will be adequately complied with by amended specifications.

 

2.      Complete and maintain all operational, building and plumbing and drainage work associated with this development approval, including work required by any of the development approval conditions.

 

3.      Maintain the approved development being Material Change of Use (Dual Occupancy) in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document number

Plan/Document name

Date

SK-02, Revision C

Site/Gnd Layout Plan

09-11-12

SK-03, Revision C

Elevations-01

09-11-12

SK-04, Revision C

Elevations 02

09-11-12

SK-05, Revision C

Proposed Site Plan

09-11-12

CMDG-R-041 Rev B

Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks

07-11

CMDG D11

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Water Reticulation D11 Design Guidelines

10-07

CMDG D12

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Sewerage Reticulation D12 Design Guidelines

10-07

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

4.      Stormwater must not be allowed to pond on the property being developed during the development process and after development has been completed unless the type and size of ponding has been agreed in writing by the Council or as a specific development approval condition.

 

5.      Any increases in volume, concentration or velocity of stormwater from the property being developed must be channelled to lawful points of discharge or to other storage or dispersal arrangements which must all be agreed in writing by the Council.

 

6.      There must be no increases in any silt loads or contaminants in any overland flow from the property being developed during the development process and after development has been completed.

 

7.      The stormwater disposal system must be designed to include appropriate pollution control devices or methods to ensure no contamination or silting of creeks or other waterways.

 

8.      The developer shall submit a development application for Operational Works (stormwater management) to Council for approval for the development.

 

Environmental

 

9.      All construction works on site are to be undertaken in accordance with the Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Engineering Guidelines for Queensland Construction sites (IE Aust, Queensland Division, Brisbane – or later versions).

 

10.    The developer shall immediately clean up and satisfactorily remove any deposited construction material or silt runoff from the development site.

 

Erosion Control

 

11.    If there is a possibility of erosion or silt or other materials being washed off the property being developed during the development process, the developer must document and implement a management plan that prevents this from occurring.

 

12.    During construction, soil erosion and sediment is to be managed in accordance with Schedule 1, Division 1: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

 

13.    Should it be necessary for the road and/or drainage system to be reinstated or cleaned up due to erosion and/or sedimentation from the site, then such works shall be undertaken at no cost to Council. 

 

Services Provisions

 

14.    The development is to be connected to Council’s reticulated sewerage disposal system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA02-2002 Sewerage Code of Australia (version 2.3) and the CMDG Design Guideline - D12 ‘Sewerage Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

15.    The development is to be connected to Council’s reticulated water supply system in accordance with the Water Services Association of Australia (WSAA) publication WSA03-2002 Water Reticulation Code of Australia (version 2.3) and the CMDG Design Guideline – D11 ‘Water Reticulation’, at no cost to Council.

 

16.    The development must be connected to an electricity reticulation service in accordance with the relevant service provider’s requirements and specifications along with relevant building standards, requirements and specifications (as relevant).

 

17.    The development is to be connected to reticulated gas supply at no cost to Council.

 

18.    All services installation, including sewer, water, gas, electricity and telecommunications connections to the respective networks, must comply with (i) the development approval conditions, (ii) any relevant provisions in the planning scheme for the area, (iii) Council’s standard designs for such work where such designs exist  (iv) the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (CMDG) where it applies (v) any relevant Australian Standard that applies to that type of work and (vi) any alternative specifications that Council has agreed to in writing and which the developer must ensure do not conflict with any requirements imposed by any applicable laws and standards.

 

19.    Any conflicts associated with proposed and existing services shall be forwarded by the developer to the appropriate controlling authority for approval for any proposed changes.

 

Access, Roads and Lighting

 

20.    The landowner shall be responsible for construction and maintenance of vehicle crossovers from the road carriageway to the property boundary and for obtaining any approvals that may be required and for complying with the applicable designs and standards.

 

21.    Vehicle crossovers from Everingham Avenue and Taylor Street are to be constructed in accordance with drawing CMDG-R-041 Rev B - Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks, dated 07/2011.

 

22.    Vehicle crossover must be located a minimum distance of one metre from any street signage, power poles, street lights, manholes, stormwater gully pits or other Council assets.

 

23.    All car parking spaces and driveway areas are to be sealed with an approved impervious surface.  Surfacing shall consist of either patterned, reinforced concrete, concrete pavers, segmental clay pavers, asphaltic hotmix or two coat (primerseal/seal) bitumen seal. 

 

24.    Any damage to roads and infrastructure that is attributable to the progress of works on the site or vehicles associated with the development of the site, must be repaired to Council’s satisfaction or the cost of repairs paid to Council.

 

Landscaping and Fencing

 

25.    Landscaping is to be provided in accordance with drawing SK-02, Revision C “Site/Gnd Layout Plan”.  Landscaping is to comprise and mix of shrubs, trees and groundcovers.

 

26.    All unsealed areas of the site excluding gardens, must be turfed.

 

27.    Ground covers should fully cover vegetated areas within 1 year of planting.

 

28.    Site landscaping must not interfere with electrical infrastructure nor restrict maintenance access to any onsite infrastructure, public utility or easement.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

29.    Lighting of the site, including any security lighting, shall be such that the lighting intensity does not exceed 8.0 lux at a distance of 1.5 metres from the site at any property boundary.

 

30.    All lighting shall be directed or shielded so as to ensure that no glare directly affects nearby properties.

 

31.    Measures shall be applied to prevent site vehicles tracking sediment and other pollutants onto adjoining roads during the course of the construction period and to prevent dust nuisance during construction.

 

32.    Any air conditioning, generator, refrigeration, pump, exhaust, fans, processing or other equipment must be acoustically screened to ensure noise levels do not exceed 5dB  above the background noise level.

 

33.    During the establishment of the approved development, no nuisance is to be caused to adjoining properties and occupiers by the way of smoke, dust, rubbish, contaminant, stormwater discharge or siltation at any time, including non-working hours.

 

Rubbish Collection

 

34.    At all times while the use continues, waste containers shall be maintained in a clean and tidy state and shall be emptied and the waste removed from the site on a regular basis.

 

35.    All bins shall be shielded from the view of travelling public and neighbours.

 

Buildings

 

36.    All buildings are to be constructed in accordance with approved plans.

 

37.    No plumbing work is to be connected to any bedroom within the approved building.

 

38.    Courtyards are not to be divided or sectioned off by a physical barrier or other screening device.

 

No Cost to Council

 

39.    Services and infrastructure required in connection with the establishment of the approved development must be provided at no cost to Council.

 

40.    The developer is responsible for meeting all costs associated with the approved development unless there is specific agreement by other parties, including the Council, to meeting those costs.

 

41.    All civil and related work shall be designed and supervised by RPEQ Registered Professional Engineers of Queensland (RPEQ) who are competent in the construction of the works.

 

42.    All rates and charges of any description and all arrears of such rates and charges, together with interest outstanding thereon, on the land, due to Council, shall be paid to the Council prior to occupation of the dwelling units.

 

Infrastructure Contributions

 

43.    An infrastructure contribution, equivalent to Council’s adopted Priority Infrastructure Plan, of $21,000.00 is payable to Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencing building works onsite.

 

Use

 

44.    The developer is to notify Council upon completion of the conditions of approval and prior to occupation of the dwelling units.

 

45.    All development approval conditions related to the establishment of the approved development must be fulfilled prior to any approved use commencing.

 

46.    All necessary utilities and services must be connected and operational prior to the commencement of the approved use and maintained in good order after the use commences.

 

 

Body of Report:

Refer to Attachment 1.

Consultation (internal/external):

-     Ken Ryan and Associates Pty Ltd and Lou Scarpato Futureproof Strategies as part of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT PLANNING ALLIANCE. 

-     MRC Engineering Services (Internal)

-     Public Notification was carried out in accordance with SPA.

Risk Assessment (Legal, Financial, Political etc.):

The applicant has appeal rights under SPA against any decision of Council.

Policy Implications:

The application generally accords with the Policy position of the Roma Town Planning Scheme.

Financial Resource Implications:

Any conditions imposed will be at the cost of the developer.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.3.1(a) Regulate and control development in a consistent and responsible manner that enhances the lifestyle of our community whilst promoting sustainable development.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

Body of Report

D13/1176

 

Report authorised by:

Robert Hayward, Director- Development & Environment Services



Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

 

1.0       Background information

 

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.  The zoning of the site is Rural however it is located within a recently developed residential estate.  

 

Each unit within the dual occupancy will consist of three bedrooms, four bathrooms and a lounge, dining and kitchen area.  Each unit will also be provided with two car parking spaces inside a double garage and a visitor parking bay, with the proposed development providing five car parking spaces in total.

 

Motor vehicle access to the site will be obtained from Everingham Avenue and Taylor Street, which are new roads that have been constructed as part of the approved subdivision.  One crossover will be provided to each street.

 

Landscaped strips are proposed along both frontages of the site to maintain visual amenity of the site as viewed from the street.

 

The applicant has provided the following Proposal Plans in support of the proposed development –


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

2.0       Definition of use and assessment status - the premises – locality and zoning

The proposed use is defined as "Dual Occupancy" in the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006 which is described as follows:

“Dual Occupancy” means any premises used as two (2) only dwelling units which are attached.

 

The site is situated at Everingham Street, Roma QLD 4455 and described as Lot 79 on SP236781 (refer Figure 1 - Locality Plan).

 

Figure 1 - Locality Plan                                                                                                       Source: Whereis (2012)

 

The site is situated in the Rural Zone of the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006 (refer Figure 2 - Zoning).

Figure 2 - Zoning                                                                 Source: Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006

 

The site is currently vacant.  The surrounding properties are similarly vacant rural land.  The land further to the east contains established residential uses (refer Figure 3 - Aerial Photograph).

Figure 3 - Aerial Photograph                                                                                                             Source: Google 2010

 

 

3.0       Assessment against the planning scheme

Impact assessment

This application is subject to Impact Assessment and is assessed against the relevant provisions of the planning scheme, including any relevant codes. The provisions of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 [SPA] may be summarized: s313 provides that the assessment manager must carry out the impact assessment having regard to—

(a) the State planning regulatory provisions;

(b) the regional plan for a designated region, to the extent it is not identified in the planning scheme as being appropriately reflected in the planning scheme;

(c)  any applicable codes, other than concurrence agency codes the assessment manager does not apply, that are identified as a code for IDAS under this or another Act;

(d) State planning policies, to the extent the policies are not

a)   any relevant regional plan as being appropriately reflected in the regional plan; or

b)   the planning scheme as being appropriately reflected in the planning scheme;

(e) any applicable codes in the following instruments—

(i)   a structure plan;

(ii)  a master plan;

(iii) a temporary local planning instrument;

(iv) a preliminary approval to which section 242 applies;

(v)  a planning scheme;

(f)   if the assessment manager is an infrastructure provider—the priority infrastructure plan.

 

There is no conflict with these provisions of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009. 

 

Proposed use is in conflict with planning scheme

Although the planning scheme requires that the proposed development is assessed against the Impact Assessable provisions of the planning scheme, the development proposed does not conflict with the intent of the planning scheme for the zone in which it is to be located.

 

Desired Environmental Outcome

The Desired Environmental Outcomes (DEOs) are based on ecological sustainability established by IPA and are the basis for the measures of the planning scheme.  Compliance is outlined below:

 

(a) Environment

(i)   The areas of high scenic amenity, remnant vegetation, wetlands, fauna habitats and wildlife corridors and regionally significant open space in the town are protected.

 

The proposed development will not result in the removal of any vegetation, or impact on any other environmentally significant areas, including wetlands, habitats, corridors and open spaces.    

 

(ii)  Places, areas or sites identified as being susceptible to land degradation, including contamination, erosion, salinity and landslip, are protected and further degradation is minimised.

 

The subject site is not identified as being susceptible to land degradation. Nevertheless the proposed development does not involve any works which may result in such issues.   

 

(iii) Ecological sustainability is achieved by maintaining and improving biodiversity, water and air quality.

 

The proposed development will not adversely impact on water or air quality nor adversely impact on the biodiversity of the area.   

 

(iv) Places of historical and indigenous cultural heritage and social significance are protected, maintained and enhanced.

 

The subject site is not identified as being in proximity to, or a place of, historical, cultural or social significance. 

 

(b) Economic

(i)   Business and commercial development shall be located within the Commercial Zone to promote and strengthen the existing central Business District.

 

(ii)  The Central Business District (CBD) or inner core of the Commercial Zone is intended to contain the more intensive commercial uses.  Entertainment facilities and tourist accommodation will also be favoured within and adjacent to the CBD to provide a central focus of activity and promote vitality after office hours.

 

The proposal is for residential development within a residential subdivision and will not compromise the location of business and commercial development with the Commercial Zone and CBD.

 

(iii) Beautification and improved parking facilities will enhance the efficiency, attractions and vitality of the Town CBD.

 

The proposed development is for residential development located west of the Town CBD.

 

(iv) Tourism will be promoted with significant economic and social benefits to the town as a regional centre with close association with the oil and gas industry and the proximity of the Carnarvon National Park.

 

The proposed development is for residential development within a residential subdivision and will not adversely impact on the promotion of tourism.

 

(v)  Industry, business and employment opportunities are improved and appropriately located to service the community and region, and encourage economic activity within the local area.

 

The proposed development is for residential development within a residential subdivision and will not adversely impact on industry, business and employment opportunities. 

 

(c)  Community Well-Being & Lifestyle

(i)   Convenient access to roads and services is achieved through well located land uses and the efficient use and timely provision of infrastructure such as water, sewerage and roads walkways and cycling facilities.

 

The proposed development is located within a recently developed residential estate with infrastructure and services available to service the proposed use.

 

(ii)  Infrastructure networks such as road and rail, water cycle and electricity infrastructure are protected from encroachment by sensitive land uses which may adversely affect or limit the normal operation of that infrastructure.

 

The proposed development will gain access from Everingham Avenue and Taylor Street, which have been constructed as part of the approved subdivision over the site.  The proposed development will not encroach on any established infrastructure networks.

 

(iii)  Rural residential and urban residential development occurs in distinct localities that provide a sense of community, amenity, services, and a safe, affordable living environment, whilst maintaining the rural amenity of the Town Area.

 

The proposed Dual Occupancy will be established within an approved residential subdivision.   Appropriate setbacks and landscaping to the frontages of the site will ensure the rural amenity of the area is maintained.

 

(iv) The adverse effects from natural and other hazards, including bushfires are minimised.

 

The site is not subject to natural or other hazards. 

 

(v)  The range of housing types, services and facilities meets the needs of the community and other uses.

 

The proposal is for a Dual Occupancy and will increase the range of housing types available to the community.

 

(vi)  Community well being is not compromised by inappropriate development that impacts upon noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels, local amenity.

 

The proposal is for a residential use within an approved residential subdivision.  The site is located in close proximity to an established residential area west of the town and the proposed development will not have an adverse impact on noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels or local amenity in the town.

 

Overall Outcomes for Rural Area Code

The Rural Area Code identifies overall outcomes providing direction about relevant assessment issues. 

1)   The overall outcomes are the purpose of the Rural Area Code:

2)   The specific outcomes sought for the Rural Area are to ensure development:

 

(a)  of rural uses are appropriately located within the Rural Area and existing and future Rural Activities are not prejudiced by inappropriate development;

 

The proposed development is for a residential use in a residential subdivision.  The development will be located on Lot 79 of the approved subdivision over the site.  The site is not located in close proximity to established Rural Activities and will not be prejudiced by inappropriate development.

 

(b)  Maintains the environment, including soil, air and water, compatible with healthy natural systems and ensures public health and safety;

 

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy, and will not cause any adverse impacts to the environment or natural systems in the area.

 

(c)   Protects Good Quality Agricultural Land (GQAL) from fragmentation, alienation or encroachment of incompatible land uses in accordance with State Planning Policy 1/92 – “Development and Conservation of Agricultural Land”;

 

The proposed development is located on GQAL, however is part of an approved residential subdivision and will not result in further fragmentation of GQAL.

 

(d)  Is located, designed and operated in a manner that protects and enhances the predominant rural scale, intensity, form and character;

 

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and is located and designed to protect and enhance the predominant rural scale, intensity, form and character. 

 

(e)  Maintains the rural amenity

 

The proposed development is for a residential use in an approved residential subdivision.  The proposed development will maintain sufficient setbacks to all site boundaries and incorporate landscaping throughout the development to maintain the amenity of the area.

 

(f)    Does not prejudice or impact adversely on other uses including those within other Areas;

 

The proposed use is to be located within a recently developed residential subdivision.  The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not prejudice or impact adversely on future surrounding uses, including those within other areas.

 

(g)  Has an appropriately designed access to the road network and traffic generated by the development does not impact adversely on the local road network;

 

The proposed development will obtain access to Everingham Avenue and Taylor Street, which have been constructed as part of the approved subdivision.  The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not generate high levels of traffic or adversely impact on the local road network.

 

(h)  Protects areas and sites of conservation importance, including cultural and high landscape values;

 

The subject site does not contain any area or features of environmental significance that require protection.   

 

(i)    Is undertaken in an orderly and logical sequence to achieve an efficient provision of infrastructure;

 

The proposed development is to be located within a recently developed residential estate.  Connection and provision for appropriate infrastructure has been supplied at the subdivision stage.   

 

(j)    Is located and designed in ways that minimize the need for flood, bushfire and landslide mitigation and to protect people and premises from such natural events;

 

The proposed development will not be adversely impacted by any natural hazards.

 

(k)   Has water supply, storm water disposal, sustainable effluent and waste disposal and power to appropriate standards adequate for the use;

 

The proposed development is to be located within a recently developed residential subdivision.  Connection and provision for appropriate water supply, stormwater disposal, sustainable effluent and waste disposal, and power has been supplied at the subdivision stage.

   

(l)    Does not impact adversely on infrastructure; and

 

The proposed development is for a residential use within a residential subdivision and will not adversely impact on infrastructure. 

 

(m)  Does not compromise community well being through the development of Intensive Animal Industries especially its impacts upon noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels and local amenity.

 

The proposed development is not for Intensive Animal Industries.

 

The Code’s relevant Performance Criteria are shown below, in order to more easily permit structured and detailed consideration of relevant issues—

 

Rural Area Code

The Codes’ relevant Performance Criteria are shown below, in order to more easily permit structured and detailed consideration of relevant issues—

 

Relevant performance criteria -  the Rural Zone Code

Assessment responses

For all of the Rural Area

Infrastructure

PC1 Electricity

Premises are provided with a supply of electricity and adequate for the activity.

The proposed development is located within an established residential estate with access to electrical infrastructure.

PC2 Water Supply

Premises are provided with an adequate volume and supply of water for the activity.

The proposed development is located within an established residential estate with reticulated water supply available.

PC3 Effluent disposal

To ensure that public health and environmental values are preserved, all premises provide for the treatment and disposal of effluent and other waste water.

The proposed development is located within an established residential estate with reticulated sewerage disposal available.

 

PC4 Stormwater/Inter-allotment Drainage

Stormwater is collected and discharged so as to:

a)   Protect the stability of buildings or the use of adjacent land;

b)   Prevent the waterlogging of nearby land; and

c)   Protect and maintain environmental values.

Conditions of approval will require the submission of a subsequent operational works application for approval of the stormwater drainage system for the development.            

PC5 Vehicle Access

Vehicle access is provided to a standard appropriate for the use.

Conditions of approval will require access from Taylor Street and Everingham Avenue to be constructed to a standard appropriate for residential use.

PC 6 Density

The density of residential activities does not impact adversely on the residential and rural amenity of the area.

N/A – The proposed development is not for a dwelling house.

PC7 Parking and manoeuvring

Vehicle parking and service vehicle provision is adequate for the use whilst ensuring both safe and functional operation for motorists and pedestrians.

Five car parking spaces will be provided as part of the proposed development, which is in accordance with Schedule 2: “Standards for Roads, Car Parking, Access and Manoeuvring Areas”, which requires 4.2 parking spaces for a Dual Occupancy with 6 bedrooms. All car parking and vehicle manoeuvring areas will be required to be constructed with Schedule 2A: “Standards for Rural Roads and Access Areas”.

PC8 Roads

All weather road access is provided between the premises and the existing road network.

N/A – The proposed development does not involve road construction.  The new roads which provide access to the site have been constructed as part of the approved residential subdivision over the site.

PC9 State Controlled Roads

State Controlled Roads are maintained and enhanced as a link between major centres.

The proposal will gain access from new roads constructed as part of the residential subdivision and will not have direct access to the Carnarvon Highway.

PC10 Development Adjacent to Highways

Development adjacent to State Controlled Roads is located to ensure safe and efficient use of the highway and maintain the integrity of the highway as a commuter link.

The site does not adjoin the Carnarvon Highway.

PC11 Noise Sensitive Development

Noise sensitive developments (residential, educational and community) must ensure that road traffic noise levels are appropriately managed to achieve acceptable levels of amenity.

The proposed development is located within an approved residential subdivision, and is not in close proximity to major roads or train lines.

PC 12 Development in the Vicinity of Aerodrome

Development in the vicinity of an aerodrome:

a)   does not adversely affect the operation of the aerodrome;

b)   is designed and located to achieve a suitable standard of amenity for the proposed activity; and

c)   does not restrict the future operational demands of the aerodrome.

N/A – The proposed development is not within 100 metres of the aerodrome.

PC 13 Development in the Vicinity of Aerodrome

The development of premises does not cause as obstruction or other potential hazard to aircraft movement associated with the aerodrome by way of:

a)   the physical intrusion of buildings or other structures into the Obstacle Limitation Surface;

b)   attracting birds or bats to the area which could cause or contribute to bird strike hazard;

c)   providing very bright lighting or lighting similar to aerodrome lighting which can distract or confuse pilots;

d)   interfering with navigation or communication facilities;

e)   emissions that may affect pilot visibility or aircraft operations; or

f)    transient intrusions into the aerodromes operation space.

N/A – The proposed development is not within 100 metres of the aerodrome.

PC14 Gas and Oil Pipelines

Buildings are located at an appropriate distance from pipelines to ensure community safety and operation of the use is not compromised.

No habitable structure is to be constructed within 100 metres of an oil or gas pipeline.

 

PC15 Refuse Tips and Effluent Treatment Plants

Buildings are located at an appropriate distance from refuse tips or effluent treatment plants to ensure community safety and operation of the use is not compromised.

No building is to be constructed within 500 metres of a refuse tip or effluent treatment plant.

PC16 Rail Corridors

Development is at an appropriate distance from the rail corridor so as not to prejudice safety, speed or intended role of the existing and proposed rail corridors.

The proposed development is not in proximity to a railway corridor.

PC17

Development adjoining the rail corridor is protected from the impact of noise. 

The proposed development is not a noise sensitive use and is not situated in proximity to a railway corridor. 

PC18 Electricity Transmission Line Easement – Vegetation

Transmission lines within an Electricity transmission line easement are protected from vegetation.

The site is not subject to an electricity easement.

PC19 Electricity Transmission Line Easement – Separation Distance

Habitable buildings and “community orientated uses” are located a minimum distance from lines to ensure community safety.

The site is remote from electricity easements.

2.  Environment

 

PC20 Watercourses

Development ensures the maintenance of riparian areas and water quality including protection from off-site transfer of sediment.

The site is not in proximity to a lake or watercourse.   

PC21 Flooding

Premises are designed and located so as:

a)   Not to be adversely impacted upon by flooding;

b)   To protect life and property; and

c)   Not to have an undesirable impact of the extent and magnitude of flooding.

The proposed development is not identified as being subject to flooding.

PC22 Air Emissions

Air emissions from premises do not cause environmental harm or nuisance to adjoining properties or sensitive land uses.

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not result in air emissions beyond that expected for a residential use.

PC23 Noise Emissions

Noise emissions from premises do not cause environmental harm or nuisance to adjoining properties or sensitive land uses.

The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy and will not result in air emissions beyond that expected for a residential use.

PC24 Water Quality

The standard effluent and/or storm water runoff from premises ensures the quality of surface water is suitable for:

a)   The biological integrity of aquatic ecosystems;

b)   Recreational use;

c)   Supply as drinking water after minimal treatment;

d)   Agricultural use; or

e)   Industrial use.

The proposed development will be required to comply with Schedule 6: “Standards for Stormwater Drainage”, as a condition of development.

PC25 Excavation and Filling

Excavation and filling of land ensures:

a)   That both the amenity and safety of users of the site and adjacent land holdings;

b)   Soil erosion is kept to a minimum with remedial works.

Excavation and filling will be undertaken in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

PC26 Construction Activities

Both erosion control and silt collection measures are undertaken so as to ensure protection of environmental values during construction.

During construction, soil erosion and sediment is managed in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

PC27 Separation of Incompatible land uses

Separation distances are provided to ensure:

a)   The future viability of surrounding uses;

b)   Infrastructure items are protected from incompatible development;

c)   An appropriate standard of amenity and public safety; and

d)   Conflict arising from incompatible uses is minimized.

The proposed development is for a residential use within an approved residential subdivision.  The use will not be in close proximity to incompatible land uses and will not result in adverse air or noise emissions to future surrounding residential development.

PC28 Good Quality Agricultural Land

Good Quality Agricultural Land areas as identified in Map R2 – Good Quality Agricultural Land are conserved and managed for the longer term and protected from development that may lead to its alienation or diminished productivity.

The proposed development is located on GQAL, however is part of an approved residential subdivision and will not result in further fragmentation of GQAL.

PC29 Vegetation Retention

Development retains vegetation for the:

a)   Protection of scenic quality;

b)   Protection of general habitat;

c)   Protection of soil quality; and

d)   Establishment of open space corridors and networks.

The proposed development will not involve clearing of vegetation.  Landscaping strips will be established along the frontages of the site to maintain visual amenity of the site as viewed from the street.

 

 

PC30 Protected Areas

Development is undertaken to ensure areas of significant biodiversity and habitat value are protected.

N/A – The site is not located in close proximity to protected areas.

PC31 Sloping Land

Development is undertaken to ensure:

a)   Vulnerability to landslip erosion and land degradation is minimised; and

b)   Safety of persons and property is not compromised.

The site does not contain a slope of greater than 15 percent.

 

PC32 Bushfire Hazard Area

Development maintains the safety of people and property by avoiding areas of High or Medium Bushfire hazard or mitigating the risk through:

a)   The siting of buildings ensuring setbacks from hazardous vegetation are maximized and elements least susceptible to fire are sited closest to the bushfire hazard; and

b)   The provision of firebreaks to ensure adequate setbacks between buildings structure and hazardous vegetation.

The site is not located in an High or Medium Bushfire hazard area.

PC33 Character Buildings

Development adjacent to buildings identified as heritage or character buildings is Schedule 10 incorporates design features, materials and details that blend with the existing character.

N/A – The development is not adjacent to buildings identified as heritage or character buildings.

PC34 Cultural Heritage

The significance of known places of indigenous and/or cultural heritage value is retained.

N/A – The site is not in close proximity to known areas of cultural heritage.

PC35 Residential Outbuildings

Rural amenity is to be maintained.

N/A – The proposed development does not involve residential outbuildings.

Specific Land Uses

Catteries and Kennels

PC36

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Commercial Premises

PC37-40

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Community Use

PC41-44

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Dwelling House

PC45-47

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Forestry

PC48-51

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Home Based Business

PC52-54

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Host Home Accommodation

PC55-58

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Industrial

PC59-63.2

 

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Refrigerated Animal Carcass Storage

PC64-66

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Service Station

PC67

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Telecommunications Facility

PC68

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Temporary Workers Accommodation

PC69-72

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

Tourist Facility

PC73-75

N/A – The proposed development is for a Dual Occupancy.

 

Other assessment issues

Subsequent approvals for Building Works will be required.