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General Meeting

 

Wednesday 24 April 2013

 

Roma Administration Centre

 

NOTICE OF MEETING

 

Date: 19 April 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 Michael Parker (Acting Director Infrastructure Services)

                                                              Mr Rob Hayward (Director Development, Facilities & Environmental Services)

 

Officers:                                                  Ms Jane Frith (Coordinator Corporate Communications)

 

Please find attached agenda for the General Meeting to be held at the Roma Administration Centre on April 24, 2013 at 9.00am.

Julie Reitano

Chief Executive Officer

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Item       Subject

No

1            Welcome

 

2            Present/Apologies

 

3            Confirmation of Minutes

              General  10 April 2013........................................................................................................ 5

 

4            Business arising from Minutes

 

5            On the Table  

 

6            Presentations/Petitions and Deputations

 

7            Consideration of notices of business

 

8            Consideration of notices of motion  

 

9            Reception of notices of motion for next meeting

 

Reports

 

10          Office of the CEO & Organisational Services

10.1      Advice from Department of Natural Resources & Mines - Injune District Tourism Association Request For New Caravan Park ........................................... 21

Prepared by:      Ryan Gittins, Coordinator -Economic Development

10.2      Consideration of Elected Member Attendance at Conferences........... 25

Prepared by:      Kelly Rogers, Coordinator -  Elected Members & Community Engagement

10.3      Regional Round Table Program................................................................... 29

Prepared by:      Kelly Rogers, Coordinator -  Elected Members & Community Engagement

Attachment :       Invitation & Fact Sheet - Regional Round Table Program.. 31

10.4      Response to Deputy Premier for Police Paddocks Land...................... 36

Prepared by:      Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer

Attachment 1:     Draft Response Letter to Deputy Premier............................ 38

Attachment 2:     Letter from Deputy Premier - Qld Police Paddocks Proposal....... 39

10.5      Qantas Club Membership............................................................................... 40

Prepared by:      Kelly Rogers, Coordinator -  Elected Members & Community Engagement

 

 

11          Community & Commercial Services

11.1      Approval of Maranoa Parenting Van Hire Deed ....................................... 42

Prepared by:      Melissa Wathen, Manager- Social Services

Attachment 1:     parenting trailer........................................................................ 44

Attachment 2:     Maranoa Regional Council - Parent Van Hire Deed........... 45

11.2      Transfer of non-current assets to Mitchell MPHS ................................... 56

Prepared by:      Melissa Wathen, Manager- Social Services

Attachment :       MRV - Asset List for proposed disposal to Mitchell MPHS 58

11.3      2013 Roma Show Council Assistance Request....................................... 60

Prepared by:      Susan (Sue) Sands, Coordinator - Grants (Council & Community)

Attachment 1:     in kind support Roma Show society 2013............................ 63

Attachment 2:     copy of Bassett park fee register.......................................... 65

 

12          Infrastructure Services

12.1      Capital Project - Dust Seal on Woodburn Road....................................... 66

Prepared by:      Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

Attachment :       Philip & Gaylene Stanford - Request for a small section of bitumen to be laid at 2432 Woodburn Road, Roma............................... 69

12.2      Agreement with Balonne Shire - Warroo Bridge on Balonne River, Roma-Southern Road..................................................................................................................... 70

Prepared by:      Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

Attachment 1:     Letter from Balonne Shire Kevin Searle Re: Agreement for Maintenance of Warroo Bridge............................................. 72

Attachment 2:     Photo - Warroo Bridge dedication plaque........................... 74

 

13          Development, Facilities & Environmental Services

13.1      Application for Material Change of Use - "Accommodation Units" (3 units) 75

Prepared by:      Danielle Pearn, Coordinator - Planning

Attachment 1:     Body of Report......................................................................... 82

Attachment 2:     Development Plans................................................................. 95

Attachment 3:     Adopted Infrastructure Charges Notice.............................. 102

13.2      Request to change an existing approval: Material Change of Use - "Extractivie Industry", "Industry" (Medium Impact Industry), ERA 8, ERA 16, ERA 21and Reconfiguring a Lot (Lease with a term exceeding 10 years)............. 105

Prepared by:      Warren Oxnam, Specialist - Compliance

Attachment 1:     Body of Report...................................................................... 108

Attachment 2:     DTMR Concurrence Agency Response............................. 145

Attachment 3:     DEHP (DERM) Concurrence Agency Responce.............. 154

 

 

 

 

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 to discuss confidential items that it’s Councillors or members consider it necessary to close the meeting.

 

C           Confidential Items

C.1        Proposed Organisational Structure - Customer Service Facilitation

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(a) the appointment, dismissal or discipline of employees.( Proposed Organisational Structure Change)

C.2        Community Grant Applications

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(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.3        Roma Saleyards Advisory Committee Membership

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(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        Request for Rates Concession

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(d) rating concessions.

C.5        Origin APLNG
Infrastructure Agreement and Service Level Agreement

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(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.

21.6      SANTOS GLNG
Infrastructure Agreement and Service Level Agreement

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(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.

21.7      Purchase of One Crusher (Tender 13/29)

              Classification:      Closed Access

Local Government  Regulation 2012 Section 275(e) contracts proposed to be made by it.

 

Councillor Business

 

14          Councillor Business

 

 

Closure


Minutes of the General Meeting of maranoa Regional Council held at Roma Administration Centre on 10 April 2013 commencing at 9.00am

 

ATTENDANCE

 

Mayor Cr. R S Loughnan chaired the meeting with, Deputy Mayor Cr W S Wason, Cr. J L Chambers, Cr. R J Denton, Cr P J Flynn, Cr. W M Newman, Cr. C J O’Neil, Cr. M L Price, Cr. D J Schefe, Chief Executive Officer – Julie Reitano, Coordinator – Corporate Communications – Jane Frith, and Kelly Rogers Minutes Officer in attendance.

 

AS REQUIRED

Director Community & Commercial Services – Tony Klein, Director Development, Facilities & Environmental Services – Rob Hayward, (Acting) Manager Community Development – Katrina Marsh, Manager Airports (Roma, Injune & Surat) – Ben Jones, Manager Infrastructure Planning & Design – Kym Downey.

 

GUESTS

 

There were no guests in attendance at the meeting.

 

WELCOME

 

The Mayor welcomed all present and declared the meeting open at 9.01am, advising that Cr. Schefe would be late in arriving at the meeting due to a family matter.

 

APOLOGIES   

 

There were no apologies for the meeting.

 

Confirmation of Minutes

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/01

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr Denton  

 

That the minutes of the General Meeting (5-27.03.13) held on 27 March 2013 be confirmed.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

 

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

 

Community & Commercial Services

 

Item Number:                                   11.1

File Number: D13/11626

Subject Heading:                          Queensland Music Festival- In Kind and Cash Contribution for 2013 Event

Location:                                          Roma

Author and Officer’s Title:                Jacqueline Burns, Coordinator - Libraries, Arts & Culture

Executive Summary: 

The Queensland Music Festival sought an in kind contribution and an additional cash contribution for the 13 July 2013 event in addition to the financial payments allocated by Council in the 2012-2013 and 2013-2014 budgets.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/02

Moved Cr O'Neil                                                            Seconded Cr Flynn  

That Council approve the request from the Queensland Music Festival for an in kind contribution of $7,637, and additionally cash funding of $1,682, with the project budget to be updated accordingly:

·         Internal cost (in kind contribution) of $7,637 incorporating:

-       Council staff to assist with the coordination of the event

-       Site plan of the Bassett Park complex

-       Venue fee waiver

-       Pre and post event cleaning and waste removal at Bassett Park

-       Install and pull down six (3m x 3m) marquees at the event

-       Two helpers for six hours on Thursday 11 July 2013 and Saturday 13 July 2013

-       Bobcat for a total of two hours

-       VIP/Green Room

 

·         External cost of $1,682 incorporating:

-       Static overnight security on 11 & 12 July 2013 at Bassett Park

-       An electrician for a total of four hours

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Coordinator - Libraries, Arts & Culture

 

 

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   11.2

File Number: D13/12413

Subject Heading:                          Naming of Mitchell Multi Purpose Health Service (MPHS) Extension

Location:                                          Mitchell

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

Executive Summary: 

Council had previously resolved to provide a range of options to Queensland Health regarding the naming of the Mitchell MPHS extension.  Subsequent correspondence from Queensland Health requested that Council provide its single preferred naming option for the facility.

 

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/03

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council advise Queensland Health that its preferred option for naming of the Mitchell MPHS extension facility is ‘Maranoa Place’ and that if not acceptable to the Minister for Health, that the other names previously provided to the department should be considered in preferred order as determined by Council.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Director - Community & Commercial Services

 

 

Infrastructure Services

 

Item Number:                                   12.1

File Number: D13/9323

Subject Heading:                          Capital Project - Upgrade of Pavement and Waterway Crossings on Eurella Settlers Road

Author and Officer’s Title:                Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning  & Design

Executive Summary: 

Council had received a request for the installation of culverts on Eurella Settlers Road as sections of the road are impassable following rain events.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/04

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Price  

That Council consider this project as part of the upcoming Roads workshop, which will in turn provide input into preparations for future budget deliberations.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

 Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

 

 

Item Number:                                   12.2

File Number: D13/11139

Subject Heading:                          Naming of Roads - Currey Street Development

Location:                                          Currey Street Development Roma

Applicant:                                         Hillscorp

Author and Officer’s Title:                Kim Edwards, Technical Officer - GIS/CAD

Executive Summary: 

Names were sought for four unnamed roads located in the development at 43-49 Currey Street Roma, also described as Lot 9 on SP180949.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/05

Moved Cr Wason                                                          Seconded Cr Newman  

That Council name the roads as outlined in the officer’s report and attaching maps - “Dobel Way”, “Wheeler Drive”, “Dawson Court” & “Olsen Court”.  

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Technical Officer - GIS/CAD

 

 

Item Number:                                   12.3

File Number: D13/11898

Subject Heading:                          Transfer of Transport and Main Roads Funding

Author and Officer’s Title:                Cindy  Irwin , Specialist - Infrastructure Program Funding

Executive Summary: 

A subsidy of $400,000 was approved by Transport and Main Roads (TMR) to extend Primaries Road through to the sale yards.  As per a previous Council resolution, this construction is not going ahead.  Options to transfer the subsidy to another project was discussed with TMR who advised that due to funding constraints, an alternative project  will need to demonstrate high priority and be of regional significance.  The upgrade of the intersection of the Carnarvon Highway and Airport Drive was identified as meeting the above criteria and will provide benefits to Council and TMR.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/06

Moved Cr Price                                                             Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council advise TMR that the works planned for Primaries Road, Roma  will not go ahead until the outcomes of the planning study for heavy vehicles and Type 2 Road Trains are known and request that the subsidy of $400,000 be transferred to the upgrade of the intersection of the Carnarvon Highway and Airport Drive.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Specialist - Infrastructure Program Funding

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   12.4

File Number: D13/12457

Subject Heading:                          Capital Project - Kerb and Channel in Hasted Street

Author and Officer’s Title:                Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

Executive Summary: 

Council had received a request from a resident of Hasted Street, Roma to have kerb and channel installed in that street.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/07

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council:

 

  1. Establish the following draft policies for discussion at a future workshop prior to budget deliberations commencing:-

 

          • Kerb & Channel Policy
          • Public Pathways Policy
          • Lighting Public Areas Policy

 

  1. Consider this project as part of the subsequent workshop to provide  input into preparations for future budget deliberations.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

 Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

 

Cr. Price requested & was granted a brief leave of absence to conduct an interview on behalf of Council, and left the Chamber at  9.32am.

 

Item Number:                                   12.5

File Number: D13/12522

Subject Heading:                          Capital Project- Access to "Mountain Cottage" off Donnybrook Road

Author and Officer’s Title:                Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

Executive Summary: 

Council had been approached to upgrade the current access to “Mountain Cottage” off Donnybrook Road.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/08

Moved Cr Flynn                                                            Seconded Cr Denton  

 

That Council consider this project as part of the upcoming Roads workshop, which will in turn provide  input into preparations for future budget deliberations.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      7/0

 

Responsible Officer

 Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

 

 

Development, Facilities & Environmental Services

 

Item Number:                                   13.1

File Number: D13/10261

Subject Heading:                          Material Change of Use - "Accommodation Units" (5 dwelling units) File: 2012/18195

Location:                                          2 Crawford Street, Roma QLD 4455 (Lot 1 on SP178384)

Applicant:                                         Flair Constructions Pty Ltd C/- Damien Digney

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

Executive Summary: 

The application sought a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use – Accommodation Units (5 dwelling units) on land at 2 Crawford Street, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 1 on SP178384.

 

The proposed development is consistent with the intent of the Residential Zone, however as submitted, the proposal does not comply with the Urban Area Code.  The proposal seeks relaxations of the minimum boundary setbacks which are considered to compromise the residential amenity of the Urban Area.

 

This report concludes that the conflict with the planning scheme may be resolved by reducing the number of units from five to four, to achieve adequate boundary setbacks and ensure the residential character and amenity of the Urban Area is maintained.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/09

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Wason  

 

That Council approve the application for Material Change of Use for Accommodation Units at 2 Crawford Street, Roma ALD 4455, described as Lot 1 on SP178384, permitting the use for four units each containing three bedrooms rather than the five units each containing three bedrooms proposed, 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) generally 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 – 4 dwelling units) generally in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document Number

Plan/Document Name

Date

SD.103 Issue No. C as amended in red

Site Plan

27/08/12

SD.105

as amended in red

Surface Water Flow

July 2012

SD.106

as amended in red

Car Turns

July 2012

SD.201 Issue No. C as amended in red

Typical Floor Plan

24/08/12

SD.501 Issue No. C as amended in red

Elevations

27/08/12

SD.502 Issue No. C as amended in red

Elevations

27/08/12

SD.601 Issue No. C as amended in red

Sections

27/08/12

CMDG-R-041 Rev B

Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks

07/2011

CMDG D5

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Stormwater Drainage Design D5 Design Guidelines

03/2012

CMDG D11

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Water Reticulation D11 Design Guidelines

10/2007

CMDG D12

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Sewerage Reticulation D12 Design Guidelines

10/2007

 

 

 

Latest versions

 

4.         Where another condition refers to a specific published standard, manual or guideline, including specifications, drawings, provisions and criteria within those documents, that condition shall be deemed as referring to the latest versions of those publications that are publicly available at the time the first operational works or compliance approval is lodged with the assessment manager or approval agency for those types of works to be performed or approved, unless a regulation or law requires otherwise.

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

5.         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) and the CMDG – D5 Design Guidelines ‘Stormwater Drainage Design’.

 

6.         Post-development stormwater runoff flows from the development site are not to exceed pre-development stormwater runoff flows to adjoining properties.

 

7.         Roofwater and stormwater surface runoff is to be discharged to a lawful point of discharge in Miscamble Street and Crawford Street generally in accordance with Drawing No. SD.105 prepared by Steven Claridge Building Designer dated July 2012.

 

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 appropriate 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.

 

12.        Adjoining properties and roads are to be protected from ponding or nuisance from stormwater as a result of the works.  Ensure the stormwater runoff from the site does not adversely impact on flooding or drainage (peak discharge and duration for all events up to the 100 year Average Recurrence Interval (ARI)) of properties that are upstream, downstream or adjacent to the site.

 

Siteworks

 

13.        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

 

14.        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.

 

15.        During construction, soil erosion and sediment is to be managed in accordance with Schedule 1, Division 1: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

 

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

 

Environmental

 

17.        Repair any damage to existing kerb and channel, footpath or roadway (including removal of concrete slurry from footways, roads, kerb and channel and stormwater gullies and drain-lines) that may occur during any works carried out in association with the approved development. This will include the re-instatement of the existing traffic signs and pavement markings that may have been removed or damaged.

 

Services

 

18.        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.

 

19.        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.

 

20.        The development is limited to a single water connection.  

 

21.        The development shall 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).

 

22.        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).

 

23.        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.

 

24.        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 Maneuvering

 

25.        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.

 

26.        Vehicular access from Crawford Street and egress to Miscamble Street shall be designed and constructed in accordance with CMDG standard drawing CMDG R-041 Rev B “Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks” dated 07/2011. All traffic is to be one-way through the development. The Entry and Exit to the site are to be appropriately signed in accordance with MUTCD Guidelines.

 

27.        Vehicle crossovers 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.

 

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

 

29.        All vehicle movements within the site shall be clear of proposed parking areas, buildings and landscape treatments. Vehicle parking bays must not encroach into swept paths for vehicle movements on the development site.

 

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

 

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

 

32.        Disabled car parking bay shall be designed as per the requirement on development site in accordance with AS/NZS 2890.6:2009 Parking Facilities Part 1: Off-Street Car Parking.

 

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

 

34.        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 Maneuvering 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 Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines (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.

 

35.        No on–street parking is permitted at the frontage of development site on Crawford Street or Miscamble Street at any time.

 

36.        Crawford Street is to be upgraded in accordance with Schedule 2: “Standards for Roads, Carparking, Access and Maneuvering Areas” and the Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines Section D1 Table D1.06.03 Access Street. These works will include but are not limited to widening of pavement and seal and installation of kerb and channel to full extent of the Crawford Street frontage. In lieu of these works being undertaken a contribution of $8,308.00 (GST included) is to be paid to Council.

 

37.        No access to the site is permitted from Miscamble Street.  A ‘No Entry’ sign is to be placed at the Miscamble Street frontage of the site in a location that is clearly visible from Miscamble Street. The sign is to be maintained in a legible state for the duration of the use.

 

Signage and Linemarking

 

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

 

39.        Pavement line marking shall be provided to delineate vehicle parking bays provided on the development site.

 

Landscaping

 

40.        Landscaping shall be provided on the development site in accordance with the approved plan SD.103 C, dated 27 August 2012, Site Plan.

 

41.        Ground covers should fully cover the vegetated areas within one (1) year of planting.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

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.        A 1.8 metre high acoustic fence must be provided along the full length of the boundaries of the site, in accordance with approved plan SD.103 C, dated 27 August 2012, Site Plan.

 

45.        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.

 

Rubbish Collection

 

46.        Waste containers shall be placed in a screened area, and 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.

 

47.        The premises are to be maintained in a clean and tidy condition, free of weeds and long grasses and is not to pose any health and safety risks to the community.

 

No Cost to Council

 

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

 

49.        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.

 

50.        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.

 

51.        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.

 

Use

 

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

 

53.        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.

 

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

 

Infrastructure Charges Payable

 

55.        An infrastructure contribution, in accordance with Council’s adopted Priority infrastructure Plan, of $63,000.00 is payable to the Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencement of construction.

 

Note:  Development Contributions are to be paid in addition to any payments in lieu of development conditions.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      7/0

 

Responsible Officer

Coordinator - Planning

  

 

 

Late Items

 

Item Number:                                   L.2

File Number: D13/12759

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

Author and Officer’s Title:                Cindy  Irwin , Specialist - Infrastructure Program Funding

Executive Summary: 

A submission was made to the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) for a 50% subsidy towards the construction of a bus shelter adjacent to the BP Service Station Arthur Street, Roma for 2013/2014.

 

DTMR have recently advised that there is no guarantee of funding if submitted for 2013/2014, however, if Council are able to complete the works prior to 25 June 2013, funding can be provided on the signing of a deed of agreement.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/10

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr O'Neil  

That Council:

 

  1. Advise Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) that construction of the bus shelter can be completed by 25 June 2013;

 

  1. Authorise the Chief Executive Officer to sign a deed of agreement to guarantee funding;

 

  1. Determine arrangements for funding matching as part of the March budget review process.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      7/0

 

Responsible Officer

Specialist - Infrastructure Program Funding

 

 

Subject Heading:          suspension of standing orders

Council adjourned the meeting for a brief recess at 9.39am.

 

Subject Heading:          resumption of standing orders

Council resumed the meeting at 10.06am.

Cr. Price returned to the meeting during recess.

 

CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS

 

In accord with the provisions of section 275 of the Local Government Regulation 2012, 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;

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/11

Moved Cr Denton                                                          Seconded Cr Newman

 

That Council close the meeting to the public at 10.07am.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      7/1

 

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/12

Moved Cr O'Neil                                                            Seconded Cr Wason

 

That Council open the meeting to the public at 10.29am.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

 

 

Subject Heading:          suspension of standing orders

Council adjourned the meeting for morning tea at 10.30am.

 

Subject Heading:          resumption of standing orders

Council resumed the meeting at 10.57am.

 

 

Item Number:                                   C.1

File Number: D13/11442

Subject Heading:                          Regional Arts Development Fund Applications from Round 3, 2012/13 Financial Year

Author and Officer’s Title:                Susan (Sue) Sands, Coordinator - Grants (Council & Community)

Executive Summary: 

The Maranoa Regional Council Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Committee had assessed funding applications for arts and cultural projects and activities submitted under the 2012/13 financial year funding Round 3, closing 11 March 2013.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/13

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Chambers  

That Council endorse the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Committee’s grant assessment recommendations to approve the following project:-

 

Applicant

Project Description

RADF funding contribution ($)

Maranoa Regional Council

Regional community workshops incorporating African drumming, Bollywood/Indian culture and Circus skills, culminating in performances at the Santos GLNG Food and Fire Festival in September.

This approval is on the proviso that letters of support for student participation and workshop venues are sought and received from local schools.

$6,450

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Coordinator - Grants (Council & Community)

 

 

 

Item Number:                                   LC.1

File Number: D13/12372

Subject Heading:                          Compulsory Acquisition of Lot 128 on DL500 Mitchell Refuse Site

Location:                                          Mitchell Refuse Site

Author and Officer’s Title:                Sandra Crosby, Manager - Environmental Health, Compliance & Waste

Executive Summary: 

The Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM) have formally offered Council the purchase of the land on which the Mitchell Refuse Site currently operates.  Conditions provided under an Agreement of Offer require Council to remove native title to enable freehold to be granted.

 

Legal advice sought from Council’s solicitors, McDonnell Law has determined that there are two options that Council can undertake to remove native title – the development of ILUAs or compulsory acquisition.

 

In this instance there is little prospect that two ILUAs could be completed and registered under 18 months. The cost of negotiating with two claim groups is substantial and the likelihood of a successful outcome with both is low.  Taking into account all of the circumstances the compulsory acquisition process was recommended.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/14

Moved Cr Newman                                                       Seconded Cr Chambers  

That Council commence the compulsory acquisition of any native title over the Land as follows:

(a)  Council proposes to compulsorily acquire any and all native title rights and interests over land described as Lot 128 on DL500, County of Dublin, Parish of Mitchell as indicated on Survey Plan No. DD2012_169 (attached) (the Land) for Waste Management Facility (refuse tip and refuse transfer station) purposes and Setting Apart for Development (industrial) purposes; and

(b)  Council serve a Notice of Intention to Acquire Native Title Rights and Interests and a Background Document (in the terms attached to the agenda report) on the registered claimants for the Bidjara People and the Gunggari People #4 as the native title parties and on Queensland South Native Title Services as the representative Aboriginal body for the Land to commence the compulsory acquisition process."

(c)  Council delegates authority to the Chief Executive Officer to attend, on Council's behalf, any objection meeting to be held in relation to the proposed compulsory acquisition of native title over the Land."

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Manager - Environmental Health, Compliance & Waste

 

Cr. Schefe entered the Chamber at 11.07am.

 

Cr. Flynn declared a ‘Material Personal Interest’ in the following item, due to his personal business operations out of the Roma Airport being owner of Maranoa Travel and left the Chamber at 11.06am, taking no further part in discussion or debate on the item.

 

 

Item Number:                                   L.1

File Number: D13/12693

Subject Heading:                          Government Contracted Long Distance Passenger Transport Services in Regional Queensland

Location:                                          Roma

Author and Officer’s Title:                Ben Jones, Manager - Airports (Roma, Injune & Surat)

Executive Summary: 

Currently the Department of Transport and Main Roads is undertaking a review of long distance passenger services in regional Queensland. The review will incorporate engagement with key stakeholders including local government authorities and incumbent transport operators, who currently provide government-supported services. This review will include the Roma to Brisbane air services route that is currently regulated and will result in either the deregulation of the route or the regulated status continuing.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/15

Moved Cr Wason                                                          Seconded Cr Schefe  

That Council contact the Department of Transport and Main Roads as a key stakeholder and support the deregulation of the Roma Brisbane air service route.

 

MOTION LOST

(The Mayor exercised his right as Chair to use a ‘casting vote’ and voted against the motion)           4/5

 

Responsible Officer

Manager - Airports (Roma, Injune & Surat)

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/16

Moved Cr Chambers                                                     Seconded Cr O'Neil

 

That Council include in its submission that:

 

  1. It would like to see the retention of the current level of service for bus transportation - the only addition being that Council believes there may be merit in considering a south / north service – e.g. from Moree to Emerald.  In the light that a significant number of the region’s visiting public travel the inland route, this may be a viable option.

 

2.     The view was expressed that the train (rail) service should be continued in its current form as it is an important service to the western towns, providing comfortable and cost effective travel.

 

3.     Council believes that freight should be a far greater focus via trains to reduce heavy vehicles from roads.  This has the potential to provide greater use of this significant infrastructure, and would also subsidise the travel for passengers.

 

CARRIED                                                                                                                      8/0

 

Responsible Officer

Manager – Airports (Roma, Injune & Surat)

 

At cessation of discussion and debate on the abovementioned item, Cr. Flynn entered the Chamber at 11.39am.

 

Item Number:                                   L.3

File Number: N/A

Subject Heading:                          Roma Flood Mitigation Project: Acquisition Strategy for Land/Easements/Other to Permit Required Construction Works

Officer’s Name &  Title:                    Chief Executive Officer – Julie Reitano

Executive Summary:

At the Council Meeting held 13 March 2013 a resolution was passed to effect the acquisition of land/easement. Since the resolution, meetings have been held with property owners where the Stage 1 levee alignment crosses their property. In general an easement is the preferred solution for property owners. However, to remove the risk that Council is not able to negotiate an easement with the property owners in a timely manner an acquisition of an easement process will run in parallel with the negotiation process.

 

Resolution No. GM/04.2013/17

Moved Cr O'Neil                                                            Seconded Cr Schefe

 

That the resolution of the 13 March 2013 (GM/03.2013/23) be expanded to include the following wording in italics:

 

That Council delegate to the CEO under s 257 of the Local Government Act 2009 to acquire all necessary title to, or appropriate interest in, land associated with, related to, or prudent or necessary for the construction of the levee embankment known as Stage 1 (or its impact) and for other flood mitigation alternatives presently being considered by Council:

 

a)   in the shortest possible time frame;

b)   on terms that are in the best interests of the broader community;

c)   where appropriate activating the QRA’s powers under the Queensland Reconstruction Authority Act 2011 or Acquisition of Land Act 1967.

 

Noting that the CEO may further delegate to the Project Manager or nominated position within Council under s 259 of the Local Government Act 2009.

 

That this be included primarily as a risk management strategy, and further for the purposes of the implementation of any actions required under the resolution;

 

(a)   To commence the compulsory acquisition process for all properties on the Stage 1 levee embankment route, as may be amended by Council from time to time;  and

(b)   To take immediate steps to issue notices to each affected landowner under the Acquisition of Land Act 1967 or using the QRA’s powers of Council’s intention to resume the relevant portion of the underlying properties.

CARRIED                                                                                                                      9/0

 

Responsible Officer

Project Manager – Flood Mitigation Projects

 

 

CLOSURE

 

There being no further business, the Mayor thanked Council for their attendance and declared the meeting closed at 11.44am.

                                 

 

These Minutes are to be confirmed at the next General Meeting of Council to be held on 24 April 2013, at Roma Administration Centre.

 

 

 

 

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Mayor.                                                                          Date.

 

    


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 27 February 2013

Item Number: 10.1

File Number: D13/8172

 

Subject Heading:                     Advice from Department of Natural Resources & Mines - Injune District Tourism Association Request For New Caravan Park

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Injune District Tourism Assocation

Location:                                          

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

 

Executive Summary: 

Pursuant to Council Resolution GM362.12 (section 3), Council has requested guidance from the Department of Natural Resources & Mines (DNRM) regarding the process  to excise land on Third Avenue, Injune with the aim of creating a new caravan/camping area:

 

                        Make application to excise a portion of available land on Third Avenue,      requesting a change  to the purpose of the Reserve - noting that the        proposed park location, being immediately opposite the existing one, would            lend itself to being able to be operated individually in the short term but also                         as a single entity in future. (It should be noted that Council   does not provide         any commitment that it will invest in a new caravan park)

 

Initial advice has been received from DNRM and it has been determined that due to the restrictive nature of the Reserve Zoning, there are three possible courses of action:

 

(a)             Council considers the creation of a low impact camping area for           short stays on the site, or

(b)             Council considers the creation of a low impact camping area for the

(c)             Council considers commencing the process to free-hold this land to     enable the construction of new caravan/camping facilities.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council resolves to conduct  further investigation into the feasibility of one (or all) of the following development options:

           

(a) Creation of a low impact camping area for short stays, and/or

(b) Creation of a low impact caravan area for short stays, and/or

(c)  Freehold the land with view to constructing new caravan & camping     facilities.

OR

 

That Council resolve to not pursue this option based on the advice of DNRM that the development on this site would be removed after the commercial caravan park at Injune is restored to its original condition.

 

 

Body of Report:

On the 14 November 2012 Council resolved to conduct further investigation into Injune District Tourism Association’s (IDTA) request for a new caravan park in Injune. GM362.12 (section 3) states:

            Make application to excise a portion of available land on Third Avenue, requesting            a change to the purpose of the Reserve - noting that the proposed park location,     being immediately opposite the existing one, would   lend itself to being able to be operated individually in the short term but also as a single entity in future. (It should             be noted that Council does not provide any commitment that it will invest in a new             caravan park)

In accordance with the above resolution Council has received additional information from DNRM regarding the utilisation of the Third Avenue land. The three options are as follows:

Option A)        DNRM would approve a ‘low-impact’ camping area for short stays                               on the Third Avenue Recreation Reserve. This approval would be                                subject to the following conditions:

·    Improvements to the Reserve would be limited to the construction of ‘mushrooms’ for the provision of water and power,

·    Existing ablution blocks would be utilised (modifications to existing facilities would be permitted),

·    Three night maximum stay,

·    Local law permitting the activity, and

·    Publication of a Land Management Plan (LMP) for the Recreation Reserve.

·    Financial Implication - $ 40,000 (approximately)

 

Option B)        Option A, plus the inclusion of gravel caravan pads to allow caravans to                      utilise the area.

 

·    Financial Implications $  40,000 for provision of water and power

                                      $  15,000 for provision of crusher-dust                                                       caravan pads (approximately)

 

Land Management Plan

 

DNRM has advised that options A & B will require the adoption of a detailed land management plan for the site. This plan will require the following:

 

·    Documented community consultation process

·    Management agreement for the site: Injune District Tourism Association to manage the day-to-day operations of the facility

·    Maintenance plan

·    Detailed exit strategy including plan for regeneration of the site. DNRM will not allow the site to be utilised as an alternative camping/caravan area when the commercial caravan park returns to normal operational capacity.

 

If Council does not believe that the benefits of option A or B outweigh the restrictions imposed by DNRM there is an additional option to freehold the land.

 

Freehold Option

 

A Recreation Reserve is too restrictive to permit a commercial caravan park (or an extension to the existing caravan park) on the land. If Council wishes to explore the option of an expansion, the following option will be required:

 

Option C)       Excise a portion of the reserve through the Freehold process.

 

·    Currently, it is unknown what costs would be associated with this course of action.

·    It is anticipated that Return on Investment (ROI) would be minimal

·    This course of action would restrict future development on the site.

 

Additional Considerations:

 

· Alternative camping/caravan facilities exist at Possum Park and the Injune Rodeo Grounds. Stage two of the Injune Rodeo Ground upgrade continues (showers, connection to town sewer line)

· How much longer will the existing caravan park be utilised as a workers camp? (existing contract, unconfirmed reports & other developments)

· Is Injune large enough to support four camping/caravan areas?

· Maintenance & On-Costs. The minimal improvements outlined in Options A and B will not result in significant annual maintenance fees. The construction of facilities associated with Option C will attract significant up-front and ongoing expenditure.                       

Consultation (internal/external):

Robert Hayward, Director - Development, Facilities & Environmental Services

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

Julian McEwan, Manager – Roads & Drainage North & Regional Parks & Gardens

Neil Heyer, Specialist – Minor Building Projects & Inspections

 

Matthew McGoldrick, (previously) Director – Corporate Services

Tania Mackenzie, Senior Land Officer (DNRM Roma)

Pud Chandler, President – Injune District Tourism Association

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

Political risks associated with construction of a facility that will be decommissioned in several years

Policy Implications:

Nil (TBA)

Financial Resource Implications:

$40,000 - $55,000+ (approximately)

Annual on-costs of 15%

 

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.2(a) To identify and implement actions that facilitates the development of the regional tourism industry.

Supporting Documentation:

Nil

Report authorised by:

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


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 18 April 2013

Item Number: 10.2

File Number: D13/14392

 

Subject Heading:                     Consideration of Elected Member Attendance at Conferences

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Not Applicable

Location:                                           Multiple locations

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Kelly Rogers, Coordinator -  Elected Members & Community Engagement

 

Executive Summary: 

Formalisation of Elected Member attendance at conferences and meetings as part of advocacy activities and/or enhancing strategy and policy development for Maranoa Regional Council.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:

That Council:

 

1.   Determine representing delegates attending the “National General Assembly of Local Government” in Canberra on 16 – 19 June 2013;

 

2.   Endorse the submitted ‘Expression of Interest’ for Cr. Newman in attending “The Queensland Plan Summit” in Mackay on 10 May 2013 on behalf of the Mayor;

 

3.   Approve the attendance of the  Mayor in attending the “Smart Growth Assembly” in Brisbane on 31 May 2013, and determine any additional delegate/s; 

 

4.   Endorse the attendance of Cr. Wason at the “Australia & New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference” in Brisbane on 28 -30 May 2013 ;

 

5.   Determine representing delegates attending the “CBD & Town Centre Design & Development Conference” in Sydney on 13 – 14 June 2013. 

 

 

Body of Report:

A number of conference programs have been emailed to Councillors for review and consideration of attendance.  Briefings of each are provided below:-

 

National General Assembly of Local Government

This is an annual conference specifically designed for local government.  It provides an opportunity for elected members to meet and discuss issues faced collectively and to develop agreed positions which can inform the development of Australian Local Government Association policies in the coming year. 

 

The Mayor, Cr. Denton and Cr. Newman have expressed an interest in attending the conference, which will be held on 16 – 19 June 2013 at the National Convention Centre in Canberra.   It is now requested Council give consideration to selection of attending representing delegates.

 

The Queensland Plan Summit

The Mayor received an invitation from the Premier of Queensland to attend a state wide summit in Mackay on 10 May 2013.  The summit is the first step in the process of developing “The Queensland Plan” which will be created by Queenslanders, for Queensland.  The plan will guide government and community planning activities as the state works to achieve a shared vision.  Elected members play a key role in developing the plan.

 

Due to conflicting priorities the Mayor has advised he is unable to attend and requested that Councillors give consideration to attending the Summit.  Expressions of interest (EOI) were invited by the Premier, with submissions closing 11 April 2013. 

Cr. Newman indicated her interest in attending, and in support of this indication an EOI was returned to the Premier’s office.  Endorsement of Cr. Newman’s submission of EOI is presented to Council for formalisation of the approach.

 

Smart Growth Assembly

The Local Government Association of Queensland and Property Council of Australia have distributed an invitation to Mayors and property industry leaders to attend this forum, which brings together representatives from local government, the property industry and state government.  The forum focuses on Queensland’s fastest growing regions and the opportunities to build stronger partnerships across industry and government.

 

The Mayor and Cr. Newman have indicated an interest in attending the forum which will be held in Brisbane on 31 May 2013.  It is now requested Council give consideration to selection of attending representing delegates.

 

Australia & New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference

 

Council previously discussed attendance at this upcoming conference at the General Meeting on 13 February 2013, endorsing the Mayor with first refusal, followed by the Deputy Mayor or delegated Councillors. 

 

The Mayor is unable to attend due to conflicting priorities and Cr. Wason has confirmed his interest in attending.  The conference is on 29 – 31 May 2013 in Brisbane. This information is now presented to Council in confirmation of Cr Wason’s availability and intention to attend.

 

 

CBD & Town Centre Design & Development Conference

This conference program is aimed at providing practical knowledge and expert advice on how to successfully enhance and revitalise the centres of cities, suburbs and regional towns.  The program features leading case studies and expert advice on how to implement successful CBD and town centre planning, urban design and infrastructure improvement initiatives.  It will be held in Sydney on 19 – 20 June 2013.

Cr. O’Neil and Cr. Flynn have indicated an interest in attending this conference, specifically with their involvement in formation of the Roma CBD Advisory Committee, being the two Council nominated representatives on the committee.

 

It is now requested Council give consideration to selection of attending representing delegates.

Consultation (internal/external):

Maranoa Regional Council Elected Members

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

The act requires that Councillors’ attendance at conferences and deputations be permitted by the local government.  Unauthorised Councillor attendance at conferences could compromise insurance entitlements should circumstances arise that lead to the submission of an insurance claim.

Policy Implications:

Councillor Expense & Provision of Facilities Policy

Financial Resource Implications:

National General Assembly of Local Government

Per person:

Registration cost – $999 plus $130 or $110 for additional forums

Travel expenses – flights estimated at $900

Accommodation & meals – estimated at $900

Total estimated cost – $3,000

 

The Queensland Plan Summit

Per person:

Registration cost – TBC

Travel expenses – flights estimated at $700

Accommodation & meals – estimated at $250

Total estimated cost – $1,500

 

Smart Growth Assembly

Per person:

Registration cost – $495

Travel expenses – flights estimated at $700

Meals & accommodation – estimated $350

Total estimated cost – $1,545

 

Australia & New Zealand Disaster & Emergency Management Conference

Per person:

Registration cost – $950 plus additional session & dinner function

Travel expenses – flights estimated at $700

Meals & accommodation – estimated $350

Total estimated cost – $2,000

 

CBD & Town Centre Design & Development Conference

Per person:

Registration cost – $880

Travel expenses – flights estimated at $1,000

Meals & accommodation – estimated $800

Total estimated cost – $2,680

 

 

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:

Nil.

Report authorised by:

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 18 April 2013

Item Number: 10.3

File Number: D13/14465

 

Subject Heading:                     Regional Round Table Program

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Minister for Local Government, Community Recovery and Resilience

Location:                                           To be confirmed

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Kelly Rogers, Coordinator -  Elected Members & Community Engagement

 

Executive Summary: 

The Mayor has received an invitation to participate in a new initiative developed by the Minister for Local Government, Community Recovery and Resilience.  The initiative is aimed at improving relationships between State and local government and empowering local councils as a key priority.

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council accept the Minister’s invitation to participate in the ‘“Regional Round Table Program” and give consideration to the submission of a discussion topic for the program, giving further consideration to collaborating with and/or placing a joint submission with another Council.    

 

 

Body of Report:

A letter of invitation, dated 15 April 2013 has been received from the Minister for Local Government, Community Recovery and Resilience to participate in a new initiative, the “Regional Round Table Program.”

 

This initiative follows the State Government and Local Government Association of Queensland signing the ‘Partners in Government’ Agreement on 4 July 2012, opening dialogue between State and local government in Queensland.

 

The Regional Round Tables provide a forum where the executive level of both tiers of Government can discuss issues of mutual interest, and are conducted under the authority of the Premier.

 

The forum provides an avenue for local authorities to:

·    Raise issues of regional significance, thus better informing the State Government of regional priorities and concerns;

·    Have a forum to address issues with government departments which are holding local government back.

 

It is proposed each Round Table will focus on one or more major issues or topics which have been identified by councils as having regional or state wide significance.  Submissions should be strategically focused and relate to shared interests of a number of Councils.  Therefore councils are encouraged to collaborate to identify and jointly submit discussion topics.

 

Submission closing date is 5pm Friday, 3 May 2013 and further information will be issued by the department surrounding the invitation of selected councils, location and timing for the first Round Table Meeting.

 

Further detail of the requirements of submitted topics is attached for Council’s review.

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Mayor MRC– Cr. Robert Loughnan

CEO MRC – Julie Reitano

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

The program provides an additional forum for Council to raise matters of regional significance and seek the support of other local government areas.

Policy Implications:

Councillor Expense & Provision of Facilities Policy

Financial Resource Implications:

Associated Travel costs for nominated delegate/s should Council be invited to participate on a selected submission.

 

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

Invitation & Fact Sheet - Regional Round Table Program

D13/14507

 

Report authorised by:

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer


Attachment 1

Invitation & Fact Sheet - Regional Round Table Program

 






Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 19 April 2013

Item Number: 10.4

File Number: D13/14566

 

Subject Heading:                     Response to Deputy Premier for Police Paddocks Land

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         N/A

Location:                                           Roma

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer

 

Executive Summary: 

Tabling a letter from the Deputy Premier, pertaining to the proposal for the Queensland Police Paddocks, and providing a draft response for Council’s consideration.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council accept the Deputy Premier’s offer in the terms detailed in the draft Mayoral letter.

 

 

Body of Report:

The letter follows advocacy to the Deputy Premier by Mayor Robert Loughnan, with the meeting also attended by the Chief Executive Officer.

A response letter has been drafted – this will be forwarded if Council is in agreement with its contents.

Consultation (internal/external):

Mayor Robert Loughnan

Manager Major Projects, Economic Development & Tourism – Mr Ed Sims

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

Nil

Policy Implications:

The proposal is consistent with Council’s policy directions – once clarification is provided with respect to affordable versus social housing (the latter limiting access/availability to only parts of our community).

Financial Resource Implications:

The financial consideration detailed in the letter is 3 single unit dwellings (from the development for police housing).

 

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

Draft Response Letter to Deputy Premier

D13/14546

2View

Letter from Deputy Premier - Qld Police Paddocks Proposal

D13/14569

 

Report authorised by:

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer


Attachment 1

Draft Response Letter to Deputy Premier

 

 

 

 

24 April 2013

 

 

The Hon. Jeff Seeney MP

Deputy Premier

Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning

PO Box 15009

City East QLD 4002

 

 

Dear Minister

Re: Queensland Police Service Land in Roma, Queensland

 

Thank you for meeting with me on 15 February 2013 when we discussed the acquisition by my Council of State owned land in Roma.  Council appreciated your subsequent letter of 8 March 2013 where you confirmed your commitment to the transfer, within the following parameters:

·      3 completed single unit dwellings (as financial consideration for the transfer) 

·      Properties to be sold at construction price or minimal profit (this may include land and/or a mix of house and land packages). 

 

As discussed, the land (which is not flood prone) will facilitate further economic and community development in the Maranoa through the provision of affordable housing.

 

I write to you to formally accept your offer on the basis that the land will be developed as affordable (rather than social) housing for the average wage and salary earner of the Maranoa.  This is a key distinction for Council given the land’s strategic importance as a vital growth corridor for Roma. 

 

Council also remains mindful that the land is currently occupied by the Queensland Police Service (QPS) as its stock holding enclosure in Roma.  We would be more than happy to work with QPS or their delegate/s to identify alternative options.  Council is also open to a lease on the site for the short/medium term, as the first stage development is unlikely to require the full area.

 

Following discussions with my fellow Councillors, we have already been in contact with Peter Smith (Director Roma UDA) Economic Development Queensland who has offered the assistance of his unit to plan and develop the site in accordance with our vision.  Officers from Council are in dialogue with him about the matter at this time and we will be seeking a formal proposal for Council’s consideration.

 

I pledge our commitment to use this land for sustainable development of the Maranoa, and to work in cooperation with your Department to facilitate the best possible outcomes.

 

If your office would like further information regarding this matter, please contact our Chief Executive Officer, Julie Reitano on 07 4624 0602 or myself on 0427 233 776.

 

Yours faithfully

 

 

 

 

Cr Robert Loughnan

Mayor


Attachment 2

Letter from Deputy Premier - Qld Police Paddocks Proposal

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 19 April 2013

Item Number: 10.5

File Number: D13/14593

 

Subject Heading:                     Qantas Club Membership

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         N/A

Location:                                           N/A

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Kelly Rogers, Coordinator -  Elected Members & Community Engagement

 

Executive Summary: 

Given the regularity of travel required for the Mayoral position, it would be beneficial if, through Qantas Club membership, the Mayor could have access to a workspace during transit to conduct meetings, make phone calls of a confidential nature and prepare for meetings while on site at Airports across Australia.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council endorse membership of the Mayor under the Qantas Club program.

 

 

Body of Report:

Qantas link operates flights out of the Roma Airport, linking Roma directly to Brisbane and providing access to other key locations across Australia.  Due to the geographical location of Roma, being approximately 5 and a half hours west of Brisbane, travel by flight offers a fast and convenient method of travel.

 

The Mayor’s duties require he travel outside the region quite frequently in order to attend meetings, deputations and conferences. 

 

While waiting for flights, or in transfer for connecting flights, time allows for the Mayor to conduct meetings, make phone calls of a confidential nature and prepare for meetings while on site at Airports across Australia.

 

Becoming a member of Qantas Club provides a range of benefits for frequent travelers conducting business.  These benefits would be beneficial to the Mayor in conducting Council business.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Benefits include:

 

·    Faster check-in

·    Extra checked baggage allowance

·    Priority on waitlisted flights

·    Discounts on Qantas meeting room rates

·    Access to Qantas lounges with complimentary refreshments, free wifi, business facilities, shower facilities

·    Personal travel profile (remembered seating/travel preferences etc)

·    Priority phone service

 

Individual membership is recommended for the Mayor as the most cost effective method of membership. 

 

Corporate membership requires a minimum of 10 persons at a one off cost of $370 per member to join and a further annual fee, which is subject to change, of $709.00 per member annually.  This would mean a minimum total joining fee of at least $3,700 in addition to the current annual individual fee which would be a total cost of $7,099.90.

 

Individual membership attracts a one off joining fee of $370 and (under current rates) an annual fee of $874.99.  Figures are GST inclusive, totaling $1,244.99.

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Mayor & Councillors of MRC

CEO MRC – Julie Reitano

Qantas representatives

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

The advantages of having work space available during transit outweighs the cost of the membership.

Policy Implications:

Councillor Expense & Provision of Facilities Policy

Financial Resource Implications:

$370 one off joining fee and an ongoing annual fee of approximately $900 per annum.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.1.1(a) To undertake all governance functions and activities in a professional manner promoting corporate ethics and integrity and informed decision making practices so as foster an operating environment advocating fairness, equity and consistency.

Supporting Documentation:

Nil

Report authorised by:

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer  


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 16 April 2013

Item Number: 11.1

File Number: D13/14016

 

Subject Heading:                     Approval of Maranoa Parenting Van Hire Deed

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

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

 

Executive Summary: 

The Mobile Parenting Van was an initiative of the Child Friendly Committee Roma, with the capital funding being provided by Origin. Maranoa Regional Council have committed to the ongoing assistance and maintenance of the van. A Hire Deed has been created by McInnes Wilson Lawyers to formalise the Hire Deed and responsibilities between  Maranoa Regional Council and Hirer.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council endorse the use of the Hire Deed for the Maranoa Parenting Van created by McInnes Wilson Lawyers in consultation with Council Officers.

 

 

The Mobile Parenting Van is an initiative of Child Friendly Communities, Roma. The Child Friendly Communities steering committee includes representative from Queensland Health, Maranoa Regional Council, Anglicare, Local Businesses, Church Groups, education sector, parents and community members. The van was initially funded by Origin.

 

In 2010 the Chief Executive Officer of Maranoa Regional Council approved that Council would provide ongoing assistance with the operation and maintenance of the parenting van for the Maranoa Region.

 

The van was delivered in May 2012 and has been utilised at a number of events under the supervision of the Family Support Service.  In order to provide more flexibility and to review and implement risk management strategies a Hire Deed has been completed by McInnes Wilson Lawyers in consultation with Council Officers so that the van can be utilised by community organisations/committees and that responsibilities of all parties are clearly outlined. While there is no charge associated with the hire of the van, costs will be incurred if the van is damaged or not cleaned as per the guidelines.

Consultation (internal/external):

Sofi Thompson, Facilitator Family Support Service

Tony Klein, Director – Community and Commercial Services

 

John Gwydir, Manager – Roads and Drainage South and Regional Plant and Workshops

Child Friendly Communities Steering Committee

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

The development of the Hire Deed outlines all parties’ responsibilities and minimises the risk to Council.

Policy Implications:

Relevant documents have been developed to compliment the Hire Deed including an induction booklet for the van, Maranoa Parenting Van brochure, and various internal documents

Financial Resource Implications:

The Hire Deed minimises the risks of additional financial resource implications.

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.3(a) To develop community capacity and encourage community engagement so as to address identified needs and opportunities to enhance the quality of life and wellbeing for residents of our region

Supporting Documentation:

1View

parenting trailer

D13/1310

2View

Maranoa Regional Council - Parent Van Hire Deed

D13/14522

 

Report authorised by:

Tony Klein, Director - Community & Commercial Services


Attachment 1

parenting trailer

 


Attachment 2

Maranoa Regional Council - Parent Van Hire Deed

 












Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 17 April 2013

Item Number: 11.2

File Number: D13/14106

 

Subject Heading:                     Transfer of non-current assets to Mitchell MPHS

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

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

 

Executive Summary: 

With the completion of the extension to the Mitchell MPHS (MPHS) imminent, consultation has occurred between Council Officers, Qld Health Officers and the Maranoa Retirement Village Auxiliary (MRVA) in regards to the transfer of non-current assets. These non-current assets will assist the transition of residents from the Maranoa Retirement Village (MRV) to the MPHS in supporting their care needs. In addition some of these items have been donated to MRV by the MRVA and Council would like to formally recognise this donation prior to transfer of non-current assets.

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

In accordance with Division 4, section 236, 1 (b) (i) of the Local Government Regulation 2012, that Council dispose of non- current assets as per the attached schedule totalling an estimated value of $55,300. In addition to this disposal of assets the Chief Executive Officer writes to the Maranoa Retirement Village Auxiliary and acknowledges their contribution to the Maranoa Retirement Village and the donation of some of the non-current assets in the schedule for disposal to the Mitchell Multi Purpose Health Service.

 

 

Body of Report:

After an extensive review of the MRV the Maranoa Regional Council (MRC) resolved in late 2011 to decommission the MRV on completion of the Mitchell MPHS 10 bed extension. The MRC has contributed in excess of $2.6 million towards the extension of the Mitchell MPHS with additional funding from Santos and the MRV Auxiliary Sub Committee.

 

In accordance with Division 4, section 236, 1 (b) (i) of the Local Government Regulation 2012:

 

A Local Government may dispose of a valuable non current asset other than by tender or auction if the valuable non current asset is disposed of to a government agency or community organisation.

 

Attached is a list of assets recommended to be transferred to Queensland Health Mitchell MPHS, to facilitate a smooth transition to the new facility for residents and to minimise costs where appropriate. The value of these assets is an estimate only.

 

The list identifies the purchased items by MRC and the purchased items by the MRVA, donated to the MRV. It is recommended that the Chief Executive Officer write to the MRVA thanking them for their support of the MRV and acknowledging the items that were originally purchased by the MRVA for transfer to the Mitchell MPHS to facilitate meeting resident’s needs.

Consultation (internal/external):

Tony Klein, Director – Community and Commercial Services

Julie Reitano, Chief Executive Officer

Rhonda Lynn, Acting Director of Nursing, Maranoa Retirement Village

Annette Gallagher, Coordinator Community Care

Kate Field, Director of Nursing, Mitchell MPHS

Barbara Brennan, President, Maranoa Retirement Village Auxiliary

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

Nil

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

$55,300 (estimate only)

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.1.1(a) To undertake all governance functions and activities in a professional manner promoting corporate ethics and integrity and informed decision making practices so as foster an operating environment advocating fairness, equity and consistency.

Supporting Documentation:

1View

MRV - Asset List for proposed disposal to Mitchell MPHS

D13/14173

 

Report authorised by:

Tony Klein, Director - Community & Commercial Services


Attachment 1

MRV - Asset List for proposed disposal to Mitchell MPHS

 

 

Item

Purchased

Estimated Current Value

2 door glass cabinet (Lounge Room)

Aux

$150

2 x Leather Recliner Chair (Lounge Room)

Aux

$3000

Bainmarie on 3 shelves Trolley on wheels in Kitchen

Aux

$900

Calendar Black Board (Dining Room)

Aux

$200

Fish Tank

Aux

$150

Floral Recliner Chair (Lounge Room)

Aux

$1000

LG DVD Player (Office)

Aux

$100

Clothes Trolley with hanger (Laundry)

Aux

$1500

Mobile Tea Trolley (Kitchen)

Aux

$500

Palsonic TV (Office)

Aux

$500

Palsonic DVD (Office)

Aux

$100

Stand up Hoist

Aux

$5000

Stereo (Dining Room)

Aux

$300

TV on Wall (Respite Room)

Aux

$500

Westinghouse Freezer

Aux

$500

Wood Clock

Aux

$100

Dressing Trolley (Office)

Aux

$300

TV Cabinet  (Lounge Room)

Aux

$200

Fridge (fruit and vegetable)

Aux

$750

Oval Meeting Table (Office) and chairs

MRC

$750

Brochure Stand (Front Entrance)

MRC 

$100

Menumaster Microwave (Kitchen)

MRC 

$300

Combi Oven (Kitchen)

MRC

$8000

Lockers (Office)

MRC 

$1000

Bromic Two Door Display Fridge

MRC 

$2500

Freezers (Kitchen)

MRC

$500

Kitchen Prep with Shelf (2) (Kitchen)

MRC

$3000

Kleenmaid Washing Machine (Laundry)

MRC

$650

Labelling Machine (Laundry)

MRC

$3200

Laundry Tub (Laundry)

MRC

$1000

Dryer (Laundry)

MRC

$1000

Single Linen Skips X  2

 

MRC

$300

Double Linen Skips X 2

MRC

$300

Mop Buckets (Laundry)

MRC

$100

Pan Flusher (Laundry)

MRC 

$6000

Pan/Urinal Rack

MRC

$750

Various Paintings and Prints

MRC 

$1000

Piano (Dining Room)

Donated

$1000

Bedside Table

MRC

$50

The Auxiliary Picture

MRC 

$50

Washing Machine (Laundry)

MRC

$500

White Board on Wheels (Office)

MRC 

$250

Organ (Front Foyer)

Donated Pinaroo

$250

WelchAllyn Vital Sign – clinical equipment

MRC

$3000

Miscellaneous Items

MRC

$4000

Total

 

$55300

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 17 April 2013

Item Number: 11.3

File Number: D13/14116

 

Subject Heading:                     2013 Roma Show Council Assistance Request

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Roma Show Society Inc.

Location:                                           Roma

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Susan (Sue) Sands, Coordinator - Grants (Council & Community)

 

Executive Summary: 

On Thursday 10, Friday 11 and Saturday 12 May 2013, the Roma Show Society will host the Annual Roma Show.  The Roma Show Society is seeking in-kind assistance from Council and a reduction of hire fees for facilities at Bassett Park.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council:

1.         Approve non financial assistance to a maximum value of $17,200.00 for assistance identified by the Roma Show Society including –

·     Preparation of Bassett Park prior to the Show;

·     Delivery of sawdust for bedding in agricultural sections; (The Committee will source sawdust, previously obtained from Injune Cypress Mill);

·     Provision of a bobcat and driver to spread sawdust into stalls;

·     Provision of a bobcat/forklift and driver to unload and load portable panels before and after the Show;

·     Use of rubbish bins at Bassett Park

·     Use of stables for horse section;

·     Other assistance which may be determined as the event progresses;

·     Promotion of the Roma Show on Council’s event website, relevant email contacts and Facebook page.

 

2.   Charge the Roma Show Society the following rate for the hire of Bassett Park:

a) $3,300 which is the discounted rate set down for the Society in Council’s 2012/13 Fees and Charges Register; or

b) $2,000 as per the Society’s request.  If Council provides this reduction in fees as per the request, as they have done in previous years, it is recommended that the 2013/14 Fees and Charges register be amended to reflect $2,000 or similar as the fee charged to the Society for the 2014 Roma Show.

 

 

Body of Report:

The Roma Show Society is hosting the Annual Show on 9 -11 May 2013 and has submitted a request to Council for in-kind support for the event.  A copy of correspondence from the Roma Show Society is attached.

 

The Roma Show Society made application for ongoing sponsorship for the Roma Show i.e. “To Keep the Show Alive” under the 2009 Round 2 of Council’s Community Grants and Assistance Program.  Council approved an ongoing cash sponsorship of $500.00.  Approval for ongoing in-kind assistance was subject to the provision of detailed costings to Council.  For subsequent shows Council has considered requests for in-kind assistance from the Roma Show Society on a case by case basis.

 

At the General Meeting of Council held on 26 April 2012, Council carried a motion (Resolution No. GM.101.12) That Council:

 1.       Approves non financial assistance to a maximum value of $17,200.00 for    assistance identified by the Roma Show Society including –

Preparation of Bassett Park prior to the 2012 Roma Show;

Delivery of sawdust for bedding in agricultural sections;

Provision of plant and operator to spread sawdust into stalls;

Provision of plant and operator to unload and load portable panels;

Provision, delivery and collection of rubbish bins at Bassett Park;

Promotion of the Roma Show on Council’s websites, relevant email contacts and social media;

2.       Provide a reduction of $1,000.00 to the Roma Show Bassett Park hire rate of           $3,000.00 (excluding GST) as currently prescribed in Council’s Fees and          Charges Register and that such a reduction of hire fees shall not exempt the          Roma Show Society from payment of applicable bonds and electricity charges.

 

The Roma Show Society has requested Council consider providing the following assistance and support to this year’s event:

 

·     Preparation of Bassett Park prior to the Show;

·     Delivery of sawdust for bedding in agricultural sections; (The Committee will source sawdust, previously obtained from Injune Cypress Mill);

·     Provision of a bobcat and driver to spread sawdust into stalls;

·     Provision of a bobcat/forklift and driver to unload and load portable panels before and after the Show;

·     Use of rubbish bins at Bassett Park

·     Use of stables for horse section;

·     Other assistance which may be determined as the event progresses;

·     Promotion of the Roma Show on Council’s event website, relevant email contacts and Facebook page;

·     Consideration be given to a reduction in rental fees for Bassett Park to the cost of $2,000, as per 2012 rental agreement.

 

The 2012/13 Fees and Charges Register states that the discounted fee for the Roma Show Society for the hire of Bassett Park is $3,300 including GST.  It is recommended that:

a)   This discounted rate be adhered to; or

b)   That if this rate is to be further discounted to $2,000 as per the request from the Society, and has been done in previous years, then $2,000 or a similar amount be adopted as the standard rate for the Society in the 2013/14 Fees and Charges Register.

 

Currently the budget allocation for non financial assistance has sufficient funds available to accommodate this request. 

Consultation (internal/external):

Internal

Lloyd Waldron – Bassett Park Manager

 

External

Lorinda Otto, Secretary of Roma Show Society

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

Policy Implications:

Non Financial Assistance Policy

Fees and Charges Register

Financial Resource Implications:

$17,200.00 maximum estimated value of non financial assistance

Potential waiver of facility hire charges from $3,300 to $2,000

 

Link to Corporate Plan:

Corporate Plan 2009-2013 8.4.3(a) To develop community capacity and encourage community engagement so as to address identified needs and opportunities to enhance the quality of life and wellbeing for residents of our region

Supporting Documentation:

1View

in kind support Roma Show society 2013

D13/14221

2View

copy of Bassett park fee register

D13/14234

 

Report authorised by:

Tony Klein, Director - Community & Commercial Services


Attachment 1

in kind support Roma Show society 2013

 



Attachment 2

copy of Bassett park fee register

 

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 22 March 2013

Item Number: 12.1

File Number: D13/11412

 

Subject Heading:                     Capital Project - Dust Seal on Woodburn Road

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

 

Executive Summary: 

Council have received a request to provide a bitumen seal to Woodburn Road in front of the “Ardlui” homestead.

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That, Council considers the inclusion of this project in future budget deliberations. 

 

Body of Report:

Council has received correspondence from Philip and Gaylene Stanford requesting a dust seal in front of “Ardlui” homestead at 2432 Woodburn Road. The correspondents have identified a dust problem due to the amount of traffic on this road.

The relevant sections of Woodburn Road have a 5 metre wide pavement on an 8 metre wide formation. 

 

Sealing the full width of the existing pavement removes the need for shoulder grading and the associated maintenance costs.  The application of a two coat seal increases the life of the surface and provides a residual for future resealing.  The sections nominated for sealing are more than 10 kilometres from the nearest existing sealed section, which potentially may result in increased costs for establishment for sealing / resealing contractors.

 

Location

2342 Woodburn Road

Standards

Apply 5 m wide 2 coat bitumen seal to existing 5m wide pavement

Area:

100.0

m x

5

m =

        500.00

m2

Construction

     500.00

m2 of

2 coat bitumen seal

$11.11

  / m2 =

$5,555.00

$5,555.00

Whole of Life

Current:

Light maintenance grade

1 per 12 months

$62.60

pa

Capital renewal

$75.00

pa

Total

$137.60

pa

Proposed:

Light shoulder grade

1 per 12 months

$64.85

pa

Capital renewal

$213.65

pa

Total

$278.50

pa

Variation:

An annual increase of

$140.90

pa

 

This calculation is based on providing a sealed surface to the existing pavement without any additional works to bring the road to the standard required according to its current classification.

Consultation (internal/external):

Noel Kerr – Senior Overseer

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

Nil

Policy Implications:

Local Government Act 2009 requires that all disbursements have been provided for in the local government’s budget for the financial year.

 

As this project has not been included in the current budget or works program, funds will need to be allocated prior to the project commencing.

 

Financial Resource Implications:

Dust seal 100 metres long: Capital cost of $5,555.00; increase in annual renewal cost of $140.90

 

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

Philip & Gaylene Stanford - Request for a small section of bitumen to be laid at 2432 Woodburn Road, Roma

S13/4163

 

Report authorised by:

Michael Parker, Director - Infrastructure Services (Acting)  


Attachment 1

Philip & Gaylene Stanford - Request for a small section of bitumen to be laid at 2432 Woodburn Road, Roma

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 9 April 2013

Item Number: 12.2

File Number: D13/12965

 

Subject Heading:                     Agreement with Balonne Shire - Warroo Bridge on Balonne River, Roma-Southern Road

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                        

Location:                                          

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Kym Downey,  Manager - Infrastructure Planning & Design

 

Executive Summary: 

Council has received correspondence from Balonne Shire requesting agreement to ongoing maintenance and operation of a bridge spanning the boundary between local government areas

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

That Council enter into a formal agreement with Balonne Shire for the ongoing maintenance and operation of the Warroo Bridge on the Balonne River crossing of Roma-Southern Road subject to the following:

1.  Each Council is responsible for the approach to the bridge, on their side of the Balonne River, being Wanganui Lane (Balonne Shire Council’s side) and Roma-Southern Road (Maranoa Regional Council’s side);

2.  Each Council shall pay 50% of the maintenance and repair costs for the bridge structure;

3.  Any routine maintenance on the bridge structure shall only be undertaken after advising the  other council first (excluding emergencies); and

4.  Identify the bridge on each Council’s Asset Register, representing 50% of the value of the bridge for each Council.

 

Body of Report:

The Warroo Bridge on Roma-Southern Road was constructed in 1972 as a joint project between the (then) Irrigation and Water Supply Commission, Balonne Shire Council and the former Warroo Shire Council.  There is no record of a formal agreement being entered into for the ongoing management of this infrastructure.

 

The Local Government Regulation Act 2012, Section 64, refers to the following;

64 Boundary Works

(1) This section is about a road or other work this is to be, or has been, built-

a.   Along the boundary between 2 or more local government areas; and

b.   Partly in each of the area.

(2) The cost of planning, constructing, maintaining and managing the road or other work is the joint responsibility of each of those local governments.

(3) The local governments must enter into the arrangements that are necessary to perform that responsibility.

 

Consultation (internal/external):

Michael Parker Director of Infrastructure Services (Acting)

Kevin Searle – Balonne Shire Council, Director of Infrastructure Services

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

Nil

Policy Implications:

Nil

Financial Resource Implications:

Annual increase in capital renewal costs of $5,200.00

 

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

Letter from Balonne Shire Kevin Searle Re: Agreement for Maintenance of Warroo Bridge

D13/12934

2View

Photo - Warroo Bridge dedication plaque

D13/13745

 

Report authorised by:

Michael Parker, Director - Infrastructure Services (Acting)  


Attachment 1

Letter from Balonne Shire Kevin Searle Re: Agreement for Maintenance of Warroo Bridge

 



Attachment 2

Photo - Warroo Bridge dedication plaque

 

 

 


 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 12 April 2013

Item Number: 13.1

File Number: D13/13570

 

Subject Heading:                     Application for Material Change of Use - "Accommodation Units" (3 units)

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Ben Sirl C/- Glendale Homes, PO Box 619, Caboolture Qld 4510

Location:                                           34 Spencer Street, Roma (Lot 3 on RP91030)

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

 

Executive Summary:  The application seeks a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use for “Accommodation Units” (3 Units) situated at 34 Spencer Street, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 3 on RP91030.

 

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 (05/03/2013 to 26/03/2013).

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation:  Council approve the application for a Material Change of Use for “Accommodation Units” (3 Units) situated at 34 Spencer Street, Roma QLD 4455, described as Lot 3 on RP91030, subject to the following conditions:

 

Preamble

 

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

 

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 Material Change of Use (Accommodation Units – 3 units) in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document Number

Plan/Document Name

Date

Issue H

Site Plan

13/11/2012

Issue A

Elevation 01 MCU

13/11/2012

Issue B

Elevation 02 MCU

14/11/2012

1208-21 01

Floor Plan

30/10/2012

1208-21 02

Side Elevations

19/10/2012

1208-21 03

End Elevations

19/10/2012

Issue A

Swept Path Figures

03/02/2013

CMDG-R-041 Rev B

Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks

07/2011

CMDG D5

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Stormwater Drainage Design D5 Design Guidelines

03/2012

CMDG D11

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Water Reticulation D11 Design Guidelines

10/2007

CMDG D12

Capricorn Municipal Development Guidelines – Sewerage Reticulation D12 Design Guidelines

10/2007

 

4.    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.

 

5.    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.

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

6.    Stormwater must be collected and discharged in accordance with the Queensland Urban Drainage Manual (Volume 1 text, Volume 2 Design Charts), Australian Rainfall and Runoff (Volume 1 A guide to Flood Estimation), and CMDG Design Guidelines D-5 ‘Stormwater Drainage Design’.

 

7.    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.

 

8.    Post-development stormwater runoff flows (whose characteristics include volume, concentration and velocities) must be directed to the lawful point of discharge for the development site and there must be no increases in any silt loads or contaminants in any flow from the property being developed during the development process and after the 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.

 

Erosion Control

 

10.  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 and the CMDG Design Guidelines – D7. 

 

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.  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

 

13.  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.

 

14.  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.

 

15.  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).

 

16.  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).

 

17.  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.

 

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

 

19.  All sewerage mains and associated infrastructure located within the allotment boundaries, must be contained within a three metre wide registered easement.

 

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 Spencer Street to the development site is to be constructed in accordance with drawing CMDG-R-041 Rev B - Residential Driveway Slab and Tracks, dated 07/2011.

 

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 exit the site in a forward direction.

 

26.  Provide a total of six 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.

 

29.  All vehicles access and related elements shall comply with (i) the development approval conditions (ii) Schedule 2 - ‘Standards for Road, Car parking, Access and Manoeuvring Areas (iii) Relevant Australian Standards (iv) the CMDG Guidelines (v) any alternative specifications that Council has agreed to in writing and which development must ensure do not conflict with any requirements imposed by any applicable laws and standards

 

Environmental

 

30.  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).

 

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

 

Landscaping and Fencing

 

32.  Site landscaping is to be established in accordance with an approved landscaping plan.  A landscaping plan shall be submitted to Council for approval prior to commencement of construction.  The landscaping plan must demonstrate methods for shading, paving, screening/buffering landscaping, noise attenuation and streetscape enhancement as needed. Site landscaping is to be provided with a minimum width of two metres adjacent to the front property boundary and adjacent to the side and rear boundaries.  Vegetation species are to comprise a mix of trees, shrubs and groundcovers.  Unsealed areas of the site shall be grassed.  Landscaping elements must positively contribute to the overall amenity of the site. 

 

33.  Landscaping must be planted prior to occupation of the dwelling units.

 

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

 

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

 

36.  Screen fencing to a height of 1.8 metres is to be erected along the side and rear boundaries of the site.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

37.  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.

 

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

 

39.  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.

 

40.  Whilst the approved works are in progress, no nuisance is to be caused to adjoining properties and occupiers by the way of noise, smoke, dust, rubbish, contaminant, stormwater discharge or siltation at any time, including non-working hours.

 

41.  Whilst the approved works are in progress, waste containers must remain on site and be maintained in a clean and tidy state and shall be emptied and the waste removed from the site on a regular basis.

 

42.  Unless otherwise approved in writing by the Council, approved hours of construction are restricted to Monday – Saturday 6.00 am to 6.00 pm – noise permitted.  Work or business which causes audible noise must not be conducted from or on the subject land outside the above times or on Sundays or Public Holidays.

 

43.  Any damage to roads and infrastructure, that is attributable to the progress of works on the development site or to vehicles associated with the development of the site, shall be repaired to at least the previous condition and at no cost to Council or, if the Council agrees, the cost of repairs may paid to Council for the Council to carry out the repairs.

 

Advertising Signs

 

44.  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.

 

Use

 

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

 

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

 

47.  Infrastructure Contributions

 

48.  An infrastructure contribution, in accordance with Council’s adopted Priority infrastructure Plan, of $24,000.00 is payable to the Council. The stated charge is to be paid prior to commencement of construction.

 

No Cost to Council

 

49.  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.

 

50.  All costs associated with the approved development are to be met by the developer, including costs of easement preparation and registration, and document lodgement.

 

51.  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.

 

Latest versions

 

52.  Where another condition refers to a specific published standard, manual or guideline, including specifications, drawings, provisions and criteria within those documents, that condition shall be deemed as referring to the latest versions of those publications that are publicly available at the time the first operational works or compliance approval is lodged with the assessment manager or approval agency for those types of works to be performed or approved, unless a regulation or law requires otherwise.

 

Body of Report:

Refer to Attachment 1.

Consultation (internal/external):

-      Public Notification was carried out in accordance with the requirements of SPA.

-      Engineering comment sought internally.

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

D13/13705

2View

Development Plans

D12/44748

3View

Adopted Infrastructure Charges Notice

D13/13594

 

Report authorised by:

Robert Hayward, Director- Development, Facilities & Environmental Services


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

The application seeks approval for a material change of use to establish “Accommodation units” at 34 Spencer Street, Roma, described as Lot 3 on RP91030.

 

The site is located within the Residential Zone and comprises an area of 1017m2. The site has a single frontage to Spencer Street.  Adjoining the site to the north is a multi-unit development comprising three units.  The adjoining lots to the east and south of the site are occupied by single detached dwellings.  The site is currently occupied by a single storey dwelling which will be removed to facilitate the development. 

 

Figure 1 - Locality Plan

 

The development comprises three detached units each containing two bedrooms, a single bathroom and open plan living area.  Each of the units will be provided with a single carport and visitor parking space, which will provide a total of six car parking spaces within the development site.  The gross floor area of the development is 282m2, equating to 28% site coverage.

 

 

2.0      Definition of Use and Assessment Status

 

The proposed use is defined as "Accommodation Units" in the Roma Town Planning Scheme 2006, which is described as follows:

 

“Accommodation Units” means any premises comprising an integrated development of dwelling units and/r rooming units. The term includes multiple dwelling units, retirement villages and apartment houses.

 

The application is subject to Impact Assessment against the relevant provisions of the planning scheme.  Public Notification was carried out from 5 March 2013 to 26 March 2013.  No submissions were received during this period.

 3.0      Assessment Against the Planning Scheme

 

Desired Environmental Outcomes

 

The Desired Environmental Outcomes (DEOs) are based on ecological sustainability established by Sustainable Planning Act 2009, and are the basis for the measures of the planning scheme. Compliance with the DEOs is examined 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 site is situated within a developed urban area and will not result in the removal of any significant vegetation, or impact on 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 proposal is for a residential use and will not adversely impact on water or air quality nor 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 the Residential Zone 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 proposal is for residential development and is not situated in proximity to the Town CBD.   The proposed use will not adversely impact on the efficiency, attractions or vitality of the commercial area.

 

(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 proposal is for residential development within the Residential Zone and will not adversely impact on the promotion of tourism within the region. 

 

(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 development will support industry, business and employment opportunities in the local area by increasing the range of accommodation available within Roma.

 

(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 development site is located within an established residential area with infrastructure and services provided.  

 

(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 development site is not located in proximity to major water cycle or electricity infrastructure.  The development is for a residential use on a local access street and is set back approximately 100 metres from a railway corridor. The 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 development site is located within an established residential area with infrastructure and services available to provide a suitable living environment for residents of the dwelling units.  The development will contribute to the local streetscape by providing housing diversity, whilst remaining sensitive to the rural amenity of the town through a design and use of building materials that are consistent with the scale, siting and character of the local area.  Site landscaping and will also contribute to the overall amenity of the development and streetscape.

 

The development requires a reduction of the rear boundary setback to three metres.    The reduced setback will maintain sufficient separation from adjoining properties and will not impact on the streetscape.  The existing dwelling on the property adjoining the site to the rear, is setback approximately 20 metres from this common boundary. 

 

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

 

The site is not identified as being susceptible to bushfire or other hazards. 

 

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

 

The proposed development 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 the Residential Zone.  The development is consistent with the existing uses in the locality and will not have an adverse impact on noise levels, traffic volume, lighting levels or local amenity in the town.

 

Overall Outcomes for Urban Area Code

 

The Urban Area Code identifies overall outcomes providing direction about relevant assessment issues.  The overall outcomes are examined below:

 

(a)     Roma is a focus for a range of business, industrial, tourist, community and recreational activity in the local government area;

 

The proposed development will provide residential accommodation to support a range of activities in Roma.

 

(b)     Business and commercial development is located primarily in the CBD to provide central and accessible services to the local government area;

 

The proposal is for a residential development situated within the Residential Zone.  The development does not involve business or commercial activities.

 

(c)     The residential and heritage character and amenity of the Urban Area is retained;

 

The development is limited to a single storey in height and will be constructed with building materials that are consistent with the local character.  The proposal is low density (28% site cover) and will incorporate screen fencing and landscaping along site boundaries to ensure the residential character and amenity of both the streetscape and the wider Urban Area is retained.

 

 (d)    Safe and convenient access for pedestrians and cyclists is maintained and enhanced;

 

The development is consistent with the intent of the residential area within which it is proposed and will not adversely impact on the safety and convenience of cyclist or pedestrian movements in the locality.   Conditions of approval will require the provision of vehicle manoeuvring areas within the site, to ensure vehicles can exit in a forward direction for improved visibility and safety. 

 

(e)    Residential (including Rural Residential) development occurs where there is no adverse impact on Good Quality Agricultural Land;

 

The development site is located within the Roma Town area and is not situated in proximity to Good Quality Agricultural Land.

 

(f)     Residential development is buffered from the existing and proposed road and rail corridors to minimise any detrimental impact;

 

The site is located approximately 100 metres from an existing rail corridor to the north.  Potential adverse noise impacts from the rail corridor are considered to be minimal as the site is appropriately setback from the route which is infrequently used for freight transport.  The site obtains access via a local access street which is designed to cater for residential land uses.  The proposed use will not adversely impact on road and rail corridors.

 

(g)     Residential development accommodates a range of housing types and allotment sizes, and provides a safe and pleasant living environment, with adequate access to community services and is located in the residential preferred areas shown on the Urban Area Maps in the appendices;

 

The development site is located in an established residential area with access to community services.  The development will increase housing diversity in Roma Town.

 

(h)     The expansion of residential development occurs in areas where it is most cost effective to supply physical infrastructure, such as water, sewerage, roads and electricity;

 

The proposed development is located within an established residential area that has access to infrastructure and services to facilitate the proposed use.

 

(i)     Efficient and equitable access to social infrastructure, such as schools, neighbourhood shopping, community services, public transport services, and parks are provided in residential areas;

 

The development site is located in an established residential area with efficient and equitable access to social infrastructure.

 

(j)      Industrial development is located in the Industrial Zone of the town (see maps in appendices);

 

(k)     Impacts of industrial uses are required to be within acceptable limits and uses are undertaken in sustainable manner consistent with the amenity and character of the area concerned;

 

The proposal does not involve industrial development.

 

(l)      Small scale business, community and emergency services are provided for the needs of the local community;

 

The proposed development does not involve any business, community or emergency services.

 

(m)    All Areas other than the Commercial Zone are protected from shopping centre and other forms of commercial development.

 

The proposal is for a residential use in the Residential Zone and does not involve commercial development. 

 

Performance Criteria of the Urban Area Code

 

The relevant Performance Criteria of the Code is examined below to provide more detailed consideration of relevant issues -

 

 

Performance Criteria

Assessment Responses

 

A.    For all of the Town Area

 

 Infrastructure

PC 1 Electricity

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

 

The proposed development is located in an established urban area with access to electrical infrastructure.

PC 2 Water supply

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

 

The proposed development is located in an established urban area with reticulated water supply available.

PC 3 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 in an established urban area with reticulated sewerage available.

 

 

PC 4 Stormwater/Inter-allotment Drainage

Stormwater is collected and discharged so as to:

(a)  protect the stability of buildings or the use adjacent land;

(b)  prevent the waterlogging of  nearby land; and

(c)  protect and maintain environmental values.

 

Conditions of approval will require stormwater from the development site to be collected and discharged to ensure no increase in post-development flows to adjoining properties and no contamination or silting of waterways.

PC 5 Vehicle Access

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

 

Vehicle access to the development site will be obtained via a new driveway crossover to Spencer Street.

PC 6 Density

The density of residential activities does not impact adversely on the residential amenity of the town.

 

Not Applicable – The proposed development is for Accommodation Units.

PC 7 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.

                         

The development incorporates provision for six onsite car parking spaces which is compliant with the minimum requirements for Accommodation Units and considered adequate for the proposed use. 

PC 8 Roads

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

 

All access, car parking and manoeuvring areas will be sealed with an approved impervious surface ensuring all weather access to the existing road network.

PC 9 State Controlled Roads

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

The proposed development is not contiguous to a State controlled road and will not impact on their function as a link between major centres.  

 

PC 10 Development Adjacent to State Controlled Roads

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.

 

Not Applicable - The development site is not located adjacent to a State controlled road.

 

 

PC 11 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 on a local residential access street and will not be adversely impacted by noise generated from road traffic.

PC 12 Development in the Vicinity of Aerodrome

Development

(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.

 

Not Applicable - The proposed development is not in the vicinity of the aerodrome.

PC 13 Development in the Vicinity of Aerodrome

The development of premises does not cause an 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 operational space.

 

Not Applicable - The proposed development is not in the vicinity of the aerodrome.

PC 14 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.

                         

The site is situated in an established residential area and is located an appropriate distance from gas and oil pipelines.

 

PC 15 Refuse Tips and Effluent Treatment Plants

Premises are located at an appropriate distance from refuse tips and effluent treatment plants to ensure community safety and operation of the uses are not compromised.

                         

The site is not located in proximity to refuse tips or effluent treatment plants.

PC 16 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 site is located in proximity to an existing rail corridor to the north, however potential adverse noise impacts to the proposed development are considered to be minimal, as the site is set back approximately 100 metres from the railway line, and the corridor is an infrequently used freight route. 

PC 17 Noise Attenuation

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

 

Not Applicable – The site does not adjoin a rail corridor.

2. Environment

PC 18 Watercourses

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

 

Not Applicable – The site is not located in proximity to watercourses.

PC 19 Protected Areas

Development is undertaken to ensure areas of significant biodiversity and habitat value are protected.

 

Not Applicable – The site is not located in proximity to areas of significant biodiversity or habitat value.

 

PC 20 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 on the extent and magnitude of flooding.

Not Applicable - The development site is not located within the 1 in 100 year flood overlay.

PC 21 Air Emissions

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

 

The development is a residential use and is not of a nature to cause environmental harm or nuisance through air emissions.

PC 22 Noise Emissions

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

 

The development is for a residential use that is consistent with the intent of the area within which it is proposed.  The development is not anticipated to generate noise levels in excess of what would normally be expected in a residential area.

PC 23 Water Quality

The standard of effluent and/or stormwater 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

industrial use; and

(e)  Minimises nuisance or harm to adjoining land owners

 

The development will incorporate appropriate stormwater disposal for the proposed use.  This will be imposed as a condition of approval.

 

PC 24 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; and

(b)     soil erosion is kept to a minimum with remedial works.

 

Not Applicable - The development proposal does not involve excavation or filling.

PC 25 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 will be managed in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Construction Activity” and the CMDG Design Guidelines.

PC 26 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 maximised 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, structures and Hazardous vegetation

 

The proposed development is not located within a Medium or High Bushfire Hazard Area.

PC 27 Character Buildings

Development adjacent to buildings identified as heritage or character buildings within Schedule 9 incorporates design features, materials and details that blend with the existing character of the adjoining buildings and/or place.

 

Not Applicable – The development is not located near to heritage or character buildings.

PC 28 Cultural Heritage

The significance of known places of indigenous and/or cultural heritage value is retained.

 

The development is not located in proximity to any places of known indigenous or cultural heritage value.

B. For the Residential Zone

a) Residential Development – Dwelling House, Dual occupancy and Accommodation Units

PC 29 Height

The height of residential buildings is compatible with and complementary to the character of the urban environment.

 

The proposed development is limited to a single storey and 4.6 metres in height, consistent with the local character.

 

PC 30 Site Coverage and Setbacks

(a) Residential building design and siting maintains the character of the locality in terms of building bulk.

(b) Residential buildings are located to ensure the local amenity and streetscape are protected and enhanced.

 

AS 30.1

The development has a total site coverage of 282m2, equating to 28% site coverage.  The development is sensitive to the local character and amenity in this respect.

 

AS 30.2 – AS 30.4

Not Applicable – The development is not for dual occupancies.

 

AS 30.5 - AS 30.7

The proposed development is setback 7 metres from the front property boundary and a minimum of 3 metres from the side boundaries.  A relaxation of the minimum setback requirements is sought to provide a 3 metre setback to the rear boundary. 

 

A reduction of the rear boundary setback will not compromise the local amenity or streetscape. The existing dwelling adjoining the site to the rear is situated approximately 20 metres from the rear boundary. The development is low density and will incorporate landscaping and fencing along the side and rear boundaries to provide screening and enhance residential amenity.  The small scale of the development allows sufficient private open space for residents and will maintain the residential character and amenity in terms of building bulk.

PC 31 Residential amenity For Dual Occupancies and Accommodation Units:

The location and design of dual occupancies provides for adequate privacy, sunlight, ventilation and open space.

 

The proposed buildings are designed and sited to achieve adequate ventilation and natural lighting.  The building siting allows adequate separation and open space between the units and from the site boundaries. Screen fencing will be provided along the side and rear boundaries of the site to provide privacy for residents.

PC 32 Landscaping For Dual Occupancies and Accommodation Units:

Landscaping on the site should be:

(a)  visually pleasing and create an attractive environment;

(b)  located to take account of the direction of the breezes and sun; and

(c)  located to give privacy and buffering from any potential incompatible uses.

(d)  Located to avoid interference with electricity lines and infrastructure.

Conditions of approval will require a landscaping plan to be submitted to Council for approval.  Landscaping will comprise a mix of trees, shrubs and groundcovers. 

 

Site landscaping will contribute to the overall amenity of the development and local streetscape.  Landscaping will also provide a level of screening and privacy for residents of the dwelling units.

 

 

a)    Residential Development – Outbuildings

 

PC 33 Residential Outbuildings

Residential amenity is to be maintained.

The development includes the establishment of two double carports located between the residences.  The carports comply with the minimum boundary setbacks and will not be visible from the street frontage.  The proposed outbuildings will not impact on the residential amenity of the locality. 

 

 

5.0       Other assessment issues

 

Subsequent approvals for Building Works and Plumbing and Drainage Works will be required. 

 

6.0       Assessment Summary

 

Although the planning scheme requires the proposed development to be assessed against the Impact Assessable provisions of the scheme, the development does not conflict with the intent of the Residential Zone within which it is proposed to be located.  The development will contribute to the range of housing available in Roma whilst remaining sensitive to the local character and amenity through a building design, materials, scale and density that is sensitive to the local area.

 


Attachment 2

Development Plans

 








Attachment 3

Adopted Infrastructure Charges Notice

 

 

 


ADOPTED INFRASTRUCTURE CHARGES NOTICE

 

Issued by Maranoa Regional Council in accordance with:

 

1.   Section 648F of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009

2.   State planning regulatory provision (adopted charges) 2012

3.   Maranoa Regional Council Resolution to adopt Infrastructure Charges for the Roma Planning Scheme under the State planning regulatory provision (adopted charges), 2012 – effective 26 September 2012

4.   Development Approval 2012/18407 for a Material Change of Use - “Accommodation Units” situated at 34 Spencer Street, Roma Qld 4455, and described as Lot 3 on RP91030.

 

(a)       The amount of the charge:

 

$24,000.00 is payable as infrastructure charges.

 

This is based on an adopted charge of $15,000.00 per 2 bedroom dwelling unit.

 

A discount of $21,000 is applicable based on the monetary equivalent of the existing lawful use of the premises.

 

(b)       The land to which the charge applies:

 

This charge is levied in respect of a Development Approval for a Material Change of Use - “Accommodation Units” situated at 34 Spencer Street, Roma Qld 4455, and described as Lot 3 on RP91030.

 

(c)       The person to whom the charge must be paid:

 

Chief Executive Officer,

Maranoa Regional Council

 

(d)       When the charge is payable:

 

Prior to commencing construction of the approved development.

 

(e)       If the local government has, under its adopted infrastructure charges resolution, provided for the charge to increase, an additional amount, worked out in compliance with section 648D(10)(b) of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009, is payable on the day the charge is paid:

 

The Maranoa Regional Council Resolution to adopt Infrastructure Charges for the Roma Planning Scheme under the State planning regulatory provision (adopted charges) 2102 – effective 26 September 2012, provides for increases in charges to be made in accordance Section 7 of that Resolution. The increases are related to the Consumer Price Index (all Groups) for Brisbane.


ADVICE ABOUT THIS ADOPTED INFRASTRUCTURE CHARGES NOTICE (AICN)

 

When does an AICN lapse?

 

An AICN lapses if the corresponding development approval or compliance permit stops having effect.

 

Negotiated AICN

 

A person who receives an AICN may make a written representation (e.g. a letter, facsimile or email) about the AICN to the entity that gave the notice (i.e. local government or a water distributor retailer) (Chapter 8, Part 4 of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 (SPA)). If the entity agrees with any of the representations, the entity will issue a negotiated AICN which replaces the original notice.

 

SPA also provides for representations to be made about decision notices under Chapter 6, Part 8. Where a negotiated decision notice affects the amount of an adopted infrastructure charge, the local government may issue a new AICN to replace the original notice (section 364 of the SPA).

 

A representation about an AICN or a decision notice must be started during the period within which the person may make an appeal about the AICN or the decision notice.

 

Permissible change and an AICN

 

A permissible change, is a minor change to a development approval that would not result in a substantially different development (section 367 of the SPA). An AICN, or negotiated AICN, cannot be issued as part of the process for a permissible change to a development approval. In this regard, a permissible change to a development approval should not result in a change that warrants a new AICN.

 

Making an appeal about an AICN

 

A person, who is given an AICN or negotiated AICN and is dissatisfied, may appeal to the Planning and Environment Court (Court) against the notice, under section 478 of the SPA. An appeal against an AICN or a negotiated AICN can only be about:

whether a charge in the notice is so unreasonable that no reasonable relevant local government, state infrastructure provider or coordinating agency could have imposed it; or

an error in the calculation of the charge.

 

A person has 20 business days to start an appeal against an AICN or negotiated AICN.

 

Another way to appeal against an AICN or negotiated AICN is the Building and Development Dispute Resolution Committee (Committee). The Committee provides an accessible, affordable and timely service for members of the public not satisfied with decisions made by local governments and private certifiers. Errors in the calculation of the charge can be appealed to the Committee, under section 535 of the SPA.

 

An appeal against an AICN or negotiated AICN, to either the Court or the Committees, is not an appeal against a development application, development approval, compliance assessment or compliance permit. As such, an appeal does not affect the period in which the corresponding development approval or compliance permit takes effect and lapses.

 

 

FOR YOUR REFERENCE:

 

Extract from the Sustainable Planning Act 2009- Section 478

 

478    Appeals about particular charges for infrastructure

 

(1) This section applies to a person who has been given, and is dissatisfied with—

(a) an infrastructure charges notice, regulated infrastructure charges notice, adopted infrastructure charges notice or regulated State infrastructure charges notice; or

(b) a negotiated infrastructure charges notice, negotiated regulated infrastructure charges notice, negotiated adopted infrastructure charges notice or negotiated regulated State  infrastructure charges notice.

(2) The person may appeal to the court against the notice.

(3) An appeal against a notice mentioned in subsection (1) must be started within 20 business days after the day the notice is given to the person.

(4) An appeal under this section may only be about—

(a) whether a charge in the notice is so unreasonable that no reasonable relevant local government, State infrastructure provider or coordinating agency could have imposed it; or

(b) an error in the calculation of the charge.

To see details of other sections of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009, you can go to the legislation section of the Queensland Government website. The following internet link may assist:

http://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/LEGISLTN/CURRENT/S/SustPlanA09.pdf

 

 
(5) To remove any doubt, it is declared that an appeal under this section can not be about the methodology used to establish an adopted infrastructure charge or the charge in a relevant infrastructure charges schedule, regulated infrastructure charges schedule or regulated State infrastructure charges schedule.

 

 


Maranoa Regional Council

    

General Meeting -  24 April 2013

Officer Report

Meeting: General  24 April 2013

Date: 16 April 2013

Item Number: 13.2

File Number: D13/13870

 

Subject Heading:                     Request to change an existing approval: Material Change of Use - "Extractivie Industry", "Industry" (Medium Impact Industry), ERA 8, ERA 16, ERA 21and Reconfiguring a Lot (Lease with a term exceeding 10 years)

Classification:                                  Open Access  

Name of Applicant:                         Ostwald Quarries Pty Ltd

Location:                                           Swans Road, Wallumbilla Qld 4428 (Lot 2 on SP186195)

Author & Officer’s Title:                 Warren Oxnam, Specialist - Compliance

 

Executive Summary:   This is a request to change the development approval given by Council on 8 August 2012 for a Development Permit for a Material Change of Use for “Extractive Industry” and “Industry” (Medium Impact Industry) and ERA 8(3a) Chemical Storage, ERA 16(2b)(3a) Extractive and Screening Activities and ERA 21 Motor Vehicle Workshop Operation and Reconfiguring a Lot (lease with a term exceeding 10 years) on land at Swans Road, Wallumbilla QLD 4428 and described as Lot 2 on SP186195.

 

The applicant asks for an extension of the period in which East Street can be used for the haulage of quarry material while an alternative haul route is constructed.

 

Council officers believe that the request is reasonable and should be supported because the proposed changes to the development conditions will allow the quarry to continue operating while a new access route is constructed. This is important in keeping quarry material available for road and other projects in the area.

 

Council officers also acknowledge that the approval of the request will mean that local residents will experience another five months of trucks carrying quarry material along East Street.

 

However, the proposed changes do not conform with all the requirements of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 related to permissible changes because of non-compliance with section 367(1)(c). This subsection requires that the proposed changes must not be likely to attract objections.

 

There were submitters for the original development application and the nature of their objections was primarily related to trucks on local roads. None of the original submitters elected to appeal against the development approval. However, the submitters subsequently lodged complaints against the truck operations in East Street. Therefore there is the possibility that the proposed change will attract objections.

 

The only way that the Council could form an alternative view is for the Council or the applicant to consult with the local residents to see if they would not object to the change.

 

 

Officer’s Recommendation: 

1.    The applicant or the Council to ask the local community if it will not object to the proposed use of East Street for another five months (one month has already elapsed) by trucks carrying quarry material from the Ostwald Bros quarry on Swan Road.

 

2.    If the community does not object, then that permissible change be allowed to the development approval originally given by Council on 8 August 2012 for a Material Change of Use for “Extractive Industry” and “Industry” (Medium Impact Industry) and ERA 8(3a) Chemical Storage, ERA 16(2b)(3a) Extractive and Screening Activities and ERA 21 Motor Vehicle Workshop Operation and Reconfiguring a Lot (lease with a term exceeding 10 years) at Swans Road, Wallumbilla QLD 4428 and described as Lot 2 on SP186195. 

 

3.    The applicant will be required to give the Council an indemnity for all the costs associated with this option.

 

4.    That any community consultation process make it clear to the community that the use of East Street will not be permitted under any circumstances if the applicant is successful in the proposal to increase the quarry’s capacity to 1 million tonnes per annum.

 

 

Body of Report:  Refer to Attachment 1.

Consultation (internal/external):

MRC Infrastructure Department (Internal)

Department of Environment and Heritage Protection (formally Department of Environment and Resource Management) (Concurrence Agency & Third Party Advice)

Department of Transport and Main Roads (Concurrency Agency)

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

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

Policy Implications:

The proposed changes to the development conditions will allow the quarry to continue operating while a new access route is constructed. This is important in keeping quarry material available for road and other projects in the area.

 

The residents of Wallumbilla will continue to be disrupted by additional traffic along East Street for a further six months.

 

During any consultation process, the community may also seek further information on the potential heavy vehicle bypass options to the north as well as the east of Wallumbilla. As Council has not yet been presented with any proposals for potential heavy vehicle bypass options to the north, any views expressed on a northern bypass will have to be clearly identified as future considerations for the Council and not any form of Council policy at this time.

 

Any community consultation process make it clear to the community that the use of East Street will not be permitted under any circumstances if the applicant is successful in the proposal to increase the quarry’s capacity to 1 million tonnes per annum.

Financial Resource Implications:

Any conditions imposed will be at the cost of the developer. Any consultation process also needs to be funded by the developer. The developer will be required to give Council an indemnity for any costs it incurs associated with this request for a change to an existing approval.

 

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

D13/13873

2View

DTMR Concurrence Agency Response

D13/14608

3View

DEHP (DERM) Concurrence Agency Responce

D13/14607

 

Report authorised by:

Robert Hayward, Director- Development, Facilities & Environmental Services


Attachment 1

Body of Report

 

1.0  Background information

 

Original approval for a quarry

 

On 8 August 2012, Council approved a development application for "Extractive lndustry" and "lndustry" (Medium lmpact lndustry), being a quarry for the extraction of white rock material. The proposed development includes ERA 8(3a) Chemical Storage, ERA 16(2b)(3a) Extractive and Screening Activities and ERA 21 Motor Vehicle Workshop Operation. The development application also included a Reconfiguring a Lot to establish a lease area within which to conduct the proposed operations, with a term exceeding 10 years.

 

The development is located within a lease area at the north-eastern corner of the original lot. The lease area has an area of 17.26 hectares and frontage to Swans Road of approximately 508 metres. The lease area has been located so that the regrowth vegetation, protected area and medium bushfire hazard areas mapped on the original lot are not contained within the boundaries of the lease area.

 

The approved development consists of three material stockpile and truck loading areas, a vehicle workshop and ancillary site office, amenities and lunch room buildings. Provision has been made for storage of 38,800 litres of diesel fuel on the site, being ERA 8(3a) Chemical Storage. The vehicle workshop constitutes an ERA 21 Motor Vehicle Workshop Operation. The extracting and screening of white rock material is not to exceed 100,000 tonnes of material per annum, and constitutes ERA 16(2b)(3a) Extractive and Screening Activities.

 

Motor vehicle access to the site is obtained from two crossovers, one ingress and one egress, from Swans Road to the north of the site.

 

Conditions of approval restrict haulage from the site to the hours of 6.00am and 6.00pm when travelling within two (2) kilometres of town areas. Nuisance resulting from dust, light and noise is mitigated through site management plans and the conditions of development for Environmentally Relevant Activities. lt was considered that these measures, in conjunction with the recommended conditions of approval, will sufficiently mitigate the adverse impacts of the development on the rural residential estate to the north of the site to allow 24 hour operation of on-site activities.

 

The Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) and Department of Environment and Resource Management (DERM) were Concurrence Agencies for the development. DTMR and DERM imposed conditions of development approval for the proposed use, attached in Appendices 2 and 3.

 

Adjoining Council quarry

 

The Maranoa Regional Council operates a quarry on the land adjoining the Ostwald Bros quarry. Material from the Council quarry is only used for public infrastructure purposes.

 

Although Council trucks occasionally use East Street, according to the Council officers managing the quarry, most material is transported to the north.

 

Current access from Ostwald quarry  through East Street at Wallumbilla

 

Council

 

Ostwalds

 

Figure 1      Current access from Ostwald quarry using East Street at Wallumbilla

 

Figure 2       

 

Ostwald and Council quarries – east of Wallumbilla - photo – 8 February 13 from Qantas flight.  Ostwald quarry on left and Council on right

 

 

Harland-Laycock

 

Griffith and Swan

 

Nevenn

 

Council depot

 

Council refuse tip

 
IMG_4864

Figure 3      Land ownership to east of Wallumbilla - 6 December 12 from Qantas flight

 

Figure 5      Haul route options and Wallumbilla northern bypass options

 

Current heavy vehicle route through Wallumbilla

Council Wallumbilla Bypass route – Option 1

Council Wallumbilla Bypass route – Option 1

Ostwald’s haulage route – Through Neven land

Ostwald’s haulage route – Eastern side of reserve

Ostwald’s haulage route – Mt Leigh Road

 

 

Figure 11     

 

Wallumbilla refuse tip area and 1st creek crossing – Swan Road to Off Swan Road intersection – 8 Feb 13 photo from Qantas flight

 

6 month limit

 

The Ostwald Bros quarry development was permitted to operate for a period of 6 months because it considered that the proposed development will not adversely impact the residents of Wallumbilla if limited to a period of six months only.

 

New development application for 1 million tonnes per annum

 

The quarry operators have applied for an extension to this period while an application for an increased volume is processed and considered by Council. The new application is for 1 million tonnes per annum.

 

The expansion of the quarry's annual capacity will be beneficial economically the construction of roads and for other development within the Council area.

 

The expansion of the quarry is supported by the Queensland Government.

 

Use of East Street

 

In discussions with the Ostwald Bros representatives about the new application, Council officers stated that any proposal that involved the use of East Street, Wallumbilla would be refused. Even if a road safety report showed that it would be safe to use this route, it would still be refused because of the adverse amenity impacts on the Wallumbilla residents. This was not negotiable.

 

In response, the applicants have agreed that a new route will be used that does not pass through the town area. A letter of commitment was received from the company that stated that an alternative access route would be found for the vehicles hauling material to and from the Wells Pit quarry.

 

Council officers sought this letter so that it would be difficult for the company to argue in favour of East Street in any appeal against any approvals or refusals related to the

quarry haul routes.

 

In return, Council officers have spent considerable time working with Ostwald Bros representatives and other developers and state agencies in identifying alternative, practical routes. There are two routes now on the short list.

 

Request to change an existing approval

 

As the new development application is impact assessable and will take some months to determine, the company sought an extension of the time that East Street can be used. A request to change an existing approval was lodged on 29 January 2013, which is within the correct time for such a request to be made.  There is some ambiguity about the lawful date of commencement. The lawful period for the expiry if the original condition is 6 months after the expiry of the submitters’ appeal period.  Allowing for normal processing times, this has been deemed to be March 15.

 

The request does not seek to increase quantities or any other aspects of the approval. It only asks that the time for using East Street be extended.

 

 

2.0  Council Officer Assessment

 

Time required for impact assessable development application

 

On 16 November 2012 the Council received the application for the increase to 1 million tonnes in the quantity to be extracted annually. lt will take at least 6 months for a decision to be made, possibly longer if there are any applicant or submitter appeals.

 

Request to use East Street for a longer period

 

Council officers are aware of the impacts on Wallumbilla residents from heavy vehicle movements though the town.

 

The maximum extension that Council officers believe that they could recommend is a further six months from the date of Council approval of the request to change the existing approval. During that period, Ostwald Bros need to finalise and construct an alternative route.

 

However, the conditions of the approval should be recast so that the existing approval does not cease if the alternative route is not established within six months.  The approval should be modified so that the quarry can operate but East Street cannot be used.

 

Under the existing approval, the extracting and screening of white rock material is for a maximum of 100,000 tonnes of material per annum.

 

Outcomes if this extension for 6 months is given

 

lf Council allows the quarry to continue operations but limits the use of East Street for a further six months, the following outcomes are achieved:

 

1.   The quarry can continue to supply materials for construction work

2.   There is an imperative for Ostwald Bros to finalise and construct the new route as quickly as possible.

3.   Even if the increase to 1 million tonnes is refused, the quarry will still need the alternative access to haul the currently approved 100,000 tonnes per annum

 

On the negative side:

 

The residents of Wallumbilla will continue to experience the impacts from additional heavy vehicles for a further 5 months (one month has already elapsed).

 

Alternative road routes

 

Council officers in conjunction with Ostwald Bros representatives have identified four potential road routes. This has now been narrowed to two routes. One potential route is through proposed industrial subdivisions to the east of the township. The other route is further east on the other side of the reserve where the refuse disposal area is located. Both routes have been referred to the Department of Transport and Main Roads for its consideration and both are potentially acceptable.

 

The road routes have also been reviewed in the broader context of long term alternative routes for diverting all heavy vehicles out of Wallumbilla.

 

Delays in submitting this report for Council consideration

 

Council officers had hoped to have the final alternative route settled for inclusion in this report. Being able to state to the community the precise location of the new route would have been more reassuring to those most affected by the additional heavy vehicles from the quarry. It appears to be close but Council officers could not further delay asking Council’s permission for the continued use of East Street.

 

What if Council refuses the request

 

If Council refuses the request, the applicant has appeal rights to the Planning and Environment Court.

 

As the Queensland Government is taking an active interest in the quarry’s continued operations because of the roads upgrading program, flood works and the mining, oil and gas industry, the Minister administering the planning legislation could step in an override a Council refusal. This has not been suggested by any party, but it is always a possibility.

 


 

3.0  Applicable legislation

 

Sustainable Planning Act 2009

 

The relevant sections of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 dealing with changes to existing approvals are mainly located in Division 2 of Part 8 (Dealing with decision notices and approvals) of Chapter 6 which in turn covers the Integrated Development Assessment System (IDAS).

 

The applicable version of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 is Reprint 2B, effective 22 November 2012. This has since been replaced by a later reprint with amendments up to 1 February 2013.

 

Referral agencies

 

For the Council to consider a request to change an existing approval, the applicant must give the request to Council as the assessment manager and give copies to any concurrence agencies for their consideration.

 

Copies were sent to the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) and Department of Environment and Heritage Protection (DEHP) as concurrence agencies for the development. DTMR and DEHP had both imposed conditions on the original development approval for the proposed use. As the continued use of East Street for another 6 months does not affect the original conditions set by these concurrence agencies, neither agency has expressed any objection to the proposed changes.

 

DTMR has been closely involved in helping to resolve the alternative access route.

 

DEHP is aware of the development application to expand the quarry permit to 1 million tonnes per annum.

 

Permissible change

 

For Council to agree with any request to make a change to a development approval, the change must be a ‘permissible change’.

 

Section 367 of Sustainable Planning Act 2009 which sets out what are permissible changes to development applications under the Sustainable Planning Act 2009.

 

367 What is a permissible change for a development approval

(1) A permissible change, for a development approval, is a change to the approval that would not—

(a) result in a substantially different development; or

(b) if the application for the approval were remade including the change—

(i) require referral to additional concurrence agencies; or

(ii) for an approval for assessable development that previously did not require impact assessment—require impact assessment; or

(c) for an approval for assessable development that previously required impact assessment—be likely, in the responsible entity’s opinion, to cause a person to make a properly made submission objecting to the proposed change, if the circumstances allowed; or

(d) cause development to which the approval relates to include any prohibited development.

(2) For deciding whether a change is a permissible change under subsection (1)(b) or (d), the planning instruments or law in force at the time the request for the change was made apply (the applicable law).

 

 

Under section 367 (1) (a) the proposed changes must not result in substantially different development:

 

The development and the route are the same, only the period for the use of East Street has changed. This does not constitute a substantially different development.

 

Under section 367 (1) (b) the proposed changes must not result in new concurrence agencies or level of assessment:

 

There are no new referral agencies nor is there any change in the level of assessment.

 

Under section 367 (1) (c) the proposed changes must not be likely to attract objections:

 

There were submitters for the original development application and the nature of their objections was primarily related to trucks on local roads. None of the original submitters elected to appeal against the development approval. However, the submitters subsequently lodged complaints against the truck operations in East Street. Therefore there is the possibility that the proposed change will attract objections.

 

Under section 367 (1) (d) the proposed changes must not result in prohibited development:

 

There is no prohibited development associated with the changes.

 

Summary of compliance with applicable legislation:

 

On the basis of these assessments, the proposed changes do not conform with the requirements of section 367 of the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 related to permissible changes because of non-compliance with section 367(1)(c).

 

 

4.0  Options

 

The options for Council are:

 

1.   The applicant or the Council to ask the local community if it will not object to the proposed use of East Street for another five months (one month has already elapsed). If the community does not object, then the permissible change could be allowed.

 

2.   Refuse the request

 

Implications of Option 1

 

If the local community will be asked to not object to the following proposed changes to the conditions or to some other variations that are acceptable to the local community, there will need to be a suitable form of consultation process that makes the information available to all local community members and gives them the opportunity to respond to the proposed change. This process will need to be funded by the applicant.

 

The applicant will be required to give the Council an indemnity for all the costs associated with this option.

 

It needs to be made clear to the community that the use of East Street will not be permitted under any circumstances if the applicant is successful in the proposal to increase the quarry’s capacity to 1 million tonnes per annum.

 

Implications of Option 2

 

The applicant will have the right to appeal the decision to the Planning and Environment Court. The appeal is unlikely to succeed.

 

There could be problems in the supply of quarry materials for local construction work, including roads.

 

 

5.0  Recommendations

 

 

1.   The applicant or the Council to ask the local community if it will not object to the proposed use of East Street for another five months (one month has already elapsed).

2.   If the community does not object, then the permissible change be allowed.

3.   The applicant will be required to give the Council an indemnity for all the costs associated with this option.

4.   That any community consultation process make it clear to the community that the use of East Street will not be permitted under any circumstances if the applicant is successful in the proposal to increase the quarry’s capacity to 1 million tonnes per annum.

 

The local community will be asked to not object to the following proposed changes to the conditions or to some other variations that are acceptable to the local community:

 

Previous condition 22:

The approved uses are limited to an operating time of six months from the commencement of the first use.

 

New condition 22:

The approved uses are limited to using East Street for the transport of Quarry material for 12 months from the commencement of the first lawful use.

 

Previous condition 58:

All traffic generated by the development is to access the Warrego Highway via Swans Road and East Street.

 

New condition 58:

All traffic generated by the development is to access the Warrego Highway via Swans Road and East Street for a maximum period of 12 months from the first commencement of lawful use.  After that period, all traffic is required to use an alternative route and road standard that has been approved by the Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads.

 

Previous condition 59:

The developer must ensure that the nominated route is maintained throughout the duration of the six months to a “No worsening” standard as maintained by pre and post activity inspections and, regular joint inspections conducted by the developer and Maranoa Regional Council staff.  All costs are to be borne by the developer.

 

New condition 59:

The developer must ensure that the nominated route is maintained throughout the duration of the first 12 months to a “No worsening” standard as maintained by pre and post activity inspections and, regular joint inspections conducted by the developer and Maranoa Regional Council staff.  After the first 12 months, when the alternative access route is to be used, the developer will be responsible for maintaining the new route at the same “No worsening” standard. All costs are to be borne by the developer.

 

 

6.0  Original conditions of approval

 

The original conditions, including the concurrence agency conditions, are set out below:

 

Advisory Notes

 

1.       It is an offence to move or transport a vehicle on a road, if it is known, or ought to be known, that it or its load is contaminated with a declared plant.  Before moving a contaminated vehicle, either –

a).         the load must be contained so as to prevent the release of any contaminated/         reproductive material;  or

b).         the vehicle must be cleaned so that all contaminated / reproductive material is        removed.

 

1.   Numerous wash down (clean down) facilities are available within the shire to help remove weed seeds, soil and other foreign matter from vehicles and machines.

 

Development Permit for Reconfiguring a Lot (lease with a term exceeding 10 years)

 

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 Reconfiguring a Lot (lease with a term     exceeding 10 years) in accordance with the following approved plans:

 

Plan/ Document number

Plan/Document name

Date

SP250334

Plan of Lease A in Lot 2 on SP186195

24/11/11

 

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.

 

Erosion Control

 

8.         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.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

9.         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.

 

Access, Roads, Landscaping and Lighting

 

10.        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.

 

11.        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.

 

Before Plans are Sealed

 

12.        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 prior to the Council sealing the Plan of Survey.

 

13.        All development approval conditions related to the establishment of the approved     development must be fulfilled prior to any Plans of Survey being sealed.

 

No Cost to Council

 

14.        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.

 

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

 

16.        All costs associated with the approved development to be met by the developer include all costs of survey, easement preparation, document lodgement, plan sealing and land transfers.

 

17.        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.

 

18.        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.

 

 

Development Permit for a Material Change of Use – “Extractive Industry” & “Industry” (Medium Impact Industry) and ERA 8(3a) Chemical Storage, ERA16 (2b)(3a) Extractive and Screening Activities and ERA 21 Motor Vehicle 

 

Complete and Maintain

 

19.        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.

 

20.        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.

 

21.        Maintain the approved development being Material Change of Use – “Extractive Industry” & “Industry” (Medium Impact Industry) and ERA 8(3a) Chemical Storage, ERA16 (2b)(3a) Extractive and Screening Activities and ERA 21 Motor Vehicle  in accordance with the approved plans:

 

Plan/Document number

Plan/Document name

Date

A.000

Master Plan

22/12/2011

A.001

Lease Area

22/12/2011

A.100

Office Floor Plan/Elevations

21/12/2011

B.100

Lunch Room Floor Plan/Elevations

21/12/2011

C.100

Unisex Ablutions Floor Plan/Elevations

21/12/2011

D.100

Workshop Floor Plan

21/12/2011

D.200

Workshop Elevations

21/12/2011

 

Site Based Management Plan prepared by FSA Consulting

16/12/2011

CMDG-R-040 Rev A

Rural Road Access and Property Access Over Table Drains (Access along bitumen roads)

01/2010

 

CMDG Geometric Road Design D1 Design Guidelines

10/2007

 

Operations of Approved Use

 

22.     The approved uses are limited to an operating time of six months from the commencement of the first use.

 

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

 

24.     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.

 

25.     All approved uses must be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the approved Site Based Management Plan, prepared by FSA Consulting, and dated 16 December 2011.

 

26.     The extraction of material is to occur within discrete areas of the site.  The developer is to provide Council with plans identifying the location and boundaries of extraction pits prior to commencement of the use and on an annual basis thereafter. 

 

27.     Rehabilitation is to be carried out on pits that cease to be used for extraction, as determined by Council, in accordance with the recommendations in Section 4.7.6.2.5 of the approved Site Based Management Plan, prepared by FSA Consulting.

 

28.     The developer/quarry operator must supply to Council a Cadastral Survey Plan defining the extent of the quarry operations including the distance from all property boundaries as shown on the approved site plan, within two months of the approved uses commencing.

 

29.     The boundaries and the extent of quarry operations must be clearly visible, identified and marked at all times in a manner that allows operational staff and site contractors to clearly identify the limits of the extraction area.

 

30.     No extraction of material is to occur outside of Lease Area A (SP250334) as shown on the approved site plan.

 

31.     The volume of material extracted from the site must not exceed 100,000 tonnes per annum.

 

32.     Haulage of material from the site must not occur outside the hours of 6.00am to 6.00pm when travelling within two (2) kilometres of town areas.

 

33.     The hours of operation for processing, extraction and other operations must be in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act 1994. 

 

34.     On closure of the quarry operations and prior to rehabilitation of the premises the landowner/quarry operator must supply to Council a Cadastral Survey Plan defining the extent of the quarry operations including the distance from all property boundaries, within two months of closure.

 

35.     The loading of quarry material extracted from the site and the loading and unloading of plant and associated materials must be contained wholly within Lease Area A.

 

36.     Vehicle access and egress from Swans Road is to be sealed with a 2 coat bitumen seal extending 50 metres within the property boundary from the pavement on Swans Road.

 

37.     The developer/quarry operator shall submit to Council and implement a Pest Management Plan (noxious weeds) to control all declared weeds on the premises, prior to commencement of the approved uses. 

 

38.     The developer must pay a haulage contribution charge (at a rate of $0.20 per tonne of material extracted from the premises over and above a 5000t per annum) in accordance with Maranoa Regional Council’s Fees and Charges as adopted for the 2012/2013 financial year. Contribution amounts are to be paid to Maranoa Regional Council on an annual basis, with the first payment due 12 months from the date of commencement of the use.  Payments made to Council for this development will be subject to annual rate increases in accordance with the Haulage Contribution charges             for the financial year the material was extracted.

 

39.     The developer is to notify Council upon commencement of the approved uses.

 

Stormwater and Drainage

 

40.     Stormwater must not be allowed to pond on the lease area 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.

 

41.     The stormwater drainage shall be designed such that no ponding of stormwater within upstream properties occurs as a result of the development.

 

42.     Any increases in volume, concentration or velocity of stormwater from the lease area 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.

 

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

 

44.     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. 

 

45.     Soil erosion and sediment is controlled in accordance with Schedule 6: “Standards for Stormwater Drainage”.

 

Erosion Control

 

46.     On-site erosion is to be managed in accordance with the recommendations of the Site Based Management Plan, prepared by FSA Consulting, dated 16 December 2011.

 

47.     During construction, soil erosion and sediment is to be managed in accordance with Schedule 7: “Standards for Construction Activity”.

 

Services Provisions

 

48.     The site must be provided with on-site water supply with sufficient capacity to meet operational needs, including watering to minimise dust nuisance.

 

49.     The site must be provided with an on-site sewerage disposal system in accordance with Schedule 5 – “Standards for Sewerage Supply”.

 

50.     The site must be provided with an electricity supply generator adequate to service the site and all approved uses.

 

51.     All services installation 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 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.

 

52.     All costs associated with the development works including any necessary alteration, relocation of services, public utility mains or installations must be met by the developer.  The developer is responsible for accurately locating all existing services prior to any development works commencing.

 

Rubbish Collection

 

53.     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.

 

Access, Roads, Landscaping and Lighting

 

54.     Vehicle manoeuvring areas must be provided on-site for an Articulated Vehicle so      that all vehicles can enter and leave the site in a forward direction.

 

55.     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.

 

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

 

57.     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.

 

58.     All traffic generated by the development is to access the Warrego Highway via Swans Road and East Street. 

 

59.     The developer must ensure that the nominated route is maintained throughout the duration of the use (six months) to a “No worsening” standard as maintained by pre and post activity inspections and, regular joint inspections conducted by the developer and Maranoa Regional Council staff.  All costs are to be borne by the developer.

 

60.     The applicant shall pay a contribution of $ 25,000.00 towards the increased depreciation of East Street.

 

61.     Vehicle crossovers from Swans Road to the development site are to be constructed in accordance with CMDG Standard Drawing SD-R-040 Rural Road Access and             Property Access Over Table Drains (Access along bitumen roads). Vehicle accesses             must accommodate the movement of any heavy vehicles accessing the site.  The sight distance must comply with a design speed of 80 km/hr and in accordance with Austroads, “Part 5 Guide to Traffic Engineering Practice – Intersections at Grade”.  The assumed traffic count range shall be > 300 but < 999 vpd.

 

62.     Advisory warning/speed signs are to be installed to indicate the turning of heavy vehicles in accordance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

 

63.     All development works that will revert to Council control are subject to a twelve (12) month maintenance period during which time the developer will be responsible for the maintenance of the works, the rectification of any design omissions or defects, and the repairs of any construction defects that are subsequently found.

 

64.     Landscaping is to be provided with a minimum width of five (5) metres adjacent to the Swans Road frontage of the lease area.  Landscaping is to have a mature height of at least three (3) metres within five (5) years of planting and must comprise of native species.

 

65.     All landscaping, vehicular access and related items 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) Schedule 2: “Standards for Roads, Car Parking, Access and Manoeuvring Areas” (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.

 

Avoiding Nuisance

 

66.     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.

 

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

 

68.     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.

 

69.     Unsealed service roads are to be watered upon receipt of a complaint regarding dust nuisance caused by vehicle movements to and from the site, as determined by and to the satisfaction of Council.

 

Signage and linemarking

 

70.     Signage and linemarking to be in accordance with MUTCD requirements and AS/NZS 2890.2:2004 - Parking facilities Part 2: Off-street commercial vehicle facilities. 

 

71.     Signage must be erected to delineate vehicle manoeuvring pathways on site.

 

No Cost to Council

 

72.     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.

 

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

 

74.     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.

 

 

 

 

 

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Body of Report

 

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Attachment 2

DTMR Concurrence Agency Response

 










Attachment 3

DEHP (DERM) Concurrence Agency Responce