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Foreword

Queensland is experiencing We recognise the importance of a new era in planning. holistically integrating land use and infrastructure planning in delivering New planning laws, commencing in economic, social and environmental mid-2017, are helping to secure the benefits for Queensland. We have liveability, sustainability and prosperity therefore included this as a new state of our communities, for both current interest for planning and development. and future generations. The State Planning Policy now identifies We are in the midst of an exciting 17 state interests in land use planning period of growth in Queensland so it and development categorised into five is important we provide certainty and themes relating to: clarity about the way we are managing • liveable communities and housing these changes. This is what the State Planning Policy is all about. • economic growth

The State Planning Policy is the primary • environment and heritage state planning instrument in our • safety and resilience to hazards planning system. It provides clear and comprehensive details of the policies • infrastructure. needed to ensure that planning in By clearly expressing performance Queensland is outcomes focused, outcomes for each state interest, efficient, and accountable. the State Planning Policy promotes Across Queensland, we are responding transparent and accountable decision to the challenges and opportunities of making and confidence in the planning growth through smart planning. Key to system. Our performance-based this is emphasising the importance of planning system encourages and facilitating affordable living and housing responds to change by allowing for outcomes through the planning system. innovation and flexibility in plan making.

We are serious about putting At its core, this new approach to planning sustainability and climate change on is about being responsive to changing the planning agenda, while promoting community needs and creating great great urban design outcomes for our places for Queenslanders to live, built environment. work and raise their families.

Well-designed places and spaces are increasingly underpinning the economic and social successes of our communities. That is why we are ensuring our places are designed to reflect the way that people interact with their communities The Honourable Jackie Trad MP and not the other way around. Deputy Premier Minister for Transport Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Contents

Part A: Introduction and context 3

Part B: Application and operation 7 Application of the SPP 7 Operation of the SPP 10 Managing competing state interests 10 Supporting mapping 11 SPP guidance material 11

Part C: Purpose and guiding principles 13 Purpose of the SPP 13 The guiding principles 14

Part D: The state interest statements 17

Part E: State interest policies and assessment benchmarks 21 Planning for liveable communities and housing 22 Housing supply and diversity 23 Liveable communities 25 Planning for economic growth 28 Agriculture 29 Development and construction 31 Mining and extractive resources 33 Tourism 36 Planning for the environment and heritage 37 Biodiversity 38 Coastal environment 40 Cultural heritage 42 Water quality 44 Planning for safety and resilience to hazards 47 Emissions and hazardous activities 48 Natural hazards, risk and resilience 50 Planning for infrastructure 53 Energy and water supply 54 Infrastructure integration 55 Transport infrastructure 57 Strategic airports and aviation facilities 58 Strategic ports 62

Part F: Glossary 64

Part G: Appendices 76 Appendix 1 – Categories of mapping layers: SPP Interactive Mapping System 76 Appendix 2 – Stormwater management design objectives 80

State Planning Policy page 1 Tourism & Events Queensland

page 2 Part A

Introduction Part A and context Introduction and context

The State Planning Policy State involvement in development (SPP) is a key component of assessment occurs only where it is essential. For example, where a Queensland’s planning system. matter requires state protection and The SPP expresses the state’s has a certain level of risk or requires interests in land use planning expertise that is only available at and development. Promoting the state level. these state interests through The Planning Regulation 2017 defines the plan making and development state’s role in development assessment. decisions of state and local The State Development Assessment Provisions are the assessment government, will help to secure benchmarks used by the state in its a liveable, sustainable and role as assessment manager or referral prosperous Queensland. agency for development applications which affect a state interest. A state interest is defined under the Planning Act 2016 (the Act) as The Act provides for a performance-based an interest that the Planning approach to planning in Queensland. Minister considers: Performance-based planning seeks to assess development by focusing on the • affects an economic or environmental outcomes to be achieved, and providing interest of the state or a part of certainty about one or more ways to the state achieve these outcomes, while expressly • affects the interest of ensuring that providing for flexibility and innovation in the purpose of the Act is achieved. achieving the outcomes by other means.

Under the Act, each local government The state interests expressed in the planning scheme needs to set out SPP consist of: integrated state, regional and local planning and development assessment • a state interest statement policies for an entire local government • state interest policies area. The SPP supports this by setting • assessment benchmarks, down the state interests that apply to where applicable. plan making, and that should be given effect through each local government Figure 1 illustrates the relationship planning scheme. between various planning instruments in the Queensland planning system Some state interests in the SPP also and the context in which planning and include assessment benchmarks that development decisions are made. apply to certain development, if a planning scheme identifies that it does not appropriately integrate the relevant state interest.

State Planning Policy page 3 Community values, Local, state and commonwealth needs and aspirations government responsibilities

Planning context

Economy Community Environment

State Planning Policy Plan making requirements

Regional plans and Regulation 2014 and Regulation

Relevant State Local planning instruments (i.e. Planning schemes, regulatory Development Temporary Local Planning Development provisions in Assessment Instruments, Planning requirements the Planning Provisions Regulation Scheme Policies) Regional Planning Interests Act 2014 Act Interests Planning Regional

and Planning Regulation 2017 Regulation and Planning Act 2016 Planning Decisions Development assessment

Post-approval Development delivery

Legend Directly informs to the extent relevant Must apply to the extent relevant

Figure 1: The Queensland planning system

page 4 Document structure Part A: Introduction and context Part A The SPP is structured as follows:

• Part A: Introduction and context Part B: Application and operation Explains the role of the SPP in

Queensland’s planning system. Introduction and context • Part B: Application and operation Part C: Purpose and guiding principles Explains how the SPP applies and operates in different circumstances under the Act and Planning Part D: The state interest statements Regulation 2017. • Part C: Purpose and guiding principles Liveable communities and housing Explains the purpose of the SPP • Housing supply and diversity and establishes a series of linked • Liveable communities principles that must underpin plan making and development in Queensland. Economic growth • Part D: The state interest statements • Agriculture Identifies the overall outcome for • Development and construction each state interest in land use • Mining and extractive resources • Tourism planning and development. • Part E: State interest policies and assessment benchmarks Part E: Environment and heritage Establishes the policies to support State interest • Biodiversity the overall outcome for each state policies and • Coastal environment interest, organised into five broad assessment • Cultural heritage themes. Some state interests also • Water quality benchmarks include assessment benchmarks for certain development, which apply if the state interest has not been Safety and resilience to hazards appropriately integrated in a local • Emissions and hazardous activities planning instrument. • Natural hazards, risk and resilience • Part F: Glossary Provides a list of abbreviations and Infrastructure terms that assist readers to interpret • Energy and water supply the SPP. • Infrastructure integration • Part G: Appendices • Transport infrastructure Provides additional information on • Strategic airports and aviation facilities mapping and stormwater management • Strategic ports design objectives. Part F: Glossary

Part G: Appendices

Figure 2: Document structure

State Planning Policy page 5 page 6 Part B

Application Part B and operation Application and operation Application of the SPP The SPP has effect throughout The state interests in the SPP may also Queensland and sits above regional be considered by the Planning Minister when deciding: plans and planning schemes in the hierarchy of planning instruments • whether to ‘call in’ a development application for ministerial assessment under the Act. • whether to give a ministerial direction The SPP applies, to the extent to local government to protect or give relevant, when: effect to a state interest

(1) making or amending a local • which aspects of a state interest planning instrument require state involvement in development assessment. (2) making or amending a regional plan Under the Planning Regulation 2017, (3) designating premises for infrastructure if a planning scheme appropriately integrates all or part of the SPP, a (4) local government is assessing statement is required to be included a development application, if in the planning scheme that states: its planning scheme has not yet appropriately integrated the • the name and date of the SPP that relevant SPP state interest policies has been appropriately integrated in the planning scheme (5) an assessment manager or • that all or part of the SPP is referral agency other than local appropriately integrated in the government is assessing a planning scheme development application. • if only part of the SPP is appropriately Figure 3 shows which parts of the integrated in the planning scheme, SPP apply to each of the above a description of the parts (i.e. mentioned activities. state interests) that have been appropriately integrated.

State Planning Policy page 7 (1) Making or amending a local Regional plans set long term strategic Under the Planning Regulation 2017, planning instrument direction to guide how Queensland’s these assessment benchmarks apply regions may grow and respond to when a local government is assessing The SPP applies when making or change over time. Regional Plans a development application, only if amending a local planning instrument. identify and interpret matters of state the relevant state interests in the The local government must consider how interest for a particular region and SPP are identified as having not been the relevant parts of the SPP, as shown provide strategy and direction to guide appropriately integrated in a local in figure 3, apply in their local area and how the SPP must be applied in the planning instrument, and only to the appropriately integrate those parts of region to achieve specific goals. extent of any inconsistency with the the SPP in a local planning instrument. provisions of that instrument. When carrying out a state interest review (3) Designating premises for These requirements apply in addition of a proposed planning instrument infrastructure to any other assessment benchmarks or proposed planning instrument The SPP applies to the designation for the development, including those amendment, the Planning Minister must of premises for infrastructure, such contained in a local planning instrument. consider whether all or part of the SPP is as community facilities, busway appropriately integrated in the planning transport infrastructure, communication State interest policies and the scheme. For example, it is possible network facilities, and emergency assessment benchmarks, contained that not all state interests, such as the services facilities. in part E of the SPP, are expressed coastal environment state interest, apply as performance outcomes for the to each local government area. It is also When making or amending a purpose of development assessment. possible that the SPP, when updated, designation, the Planning Minister and/ may result in a state interest no longer or local government must have regard to Performance outcomes are intended being appropriately integrated. the relevant parts of the SPP shown in to encourage innovative solutions and figure 3. provide for flexibility of implementation, If a state interest is identified as having enabling local government to adopt not been appropriately integrated (4) Development assessment locally appropriate solutions that meet into a local planning instrument, by local government community needs and expectations. the SPP applies to the extent of any The SPP applies as a ‘matter to have inconsistency. In these circumstances, (5) Development assessment regard to’ under the Planning Regulation local government must, to the extent by an entity other than 2017 only if the relevant state interests relevant, assess development against local government in the SPP are identified as having not any applicable assessment benchmarks been appropriately integrated in a local In accordance with the Planning in the SPP. Local government must planning instrument, and only to the Regulation 2017, the SPP applies to also have regard to the SPP, including extent of any inconsistency. This applies development assessment by an entity relevant guiding principles, state interest to both code and impact assessment, to other than local government, to the statements and state interest policies the extent of any inconsistency. ‘Matters extent relevant, as shown in figure 3. contained in the SPP, in order to ensure to have regard to’ provides the context This includes an entity acting as either state interests are not adversely affected. for development assessment. the assessment manager or a referral agency. (2) Making or amending a Part E of the SPP also contains regional plan assessment benchmarks for certain The SPP applies when making or development, for the following state amending a regional plan, as shown in interests: figure 3. The Planning Minister must • Liveable communities. consider which state interests apply • Mining and extractive resources. in a particular region and how these should be given appropriate effect in that • Water quality. region. It is not necessary for a regional • Natural hazards, risk and resilience. plan to address all of the state interests • Strategic airports and aviation set down in the SPP. facilities. page 8 Application of Who is Parts of the SPP that are applicable, to the extent relevant Part B the SPP responsible PART PART D PART E: PART E: PART F PART G: PART G: A,B & C State Assessment Appendix 1 Appendix 2 interest benchmarks policies Application and operation Making or amending Local government – a local planning instrument

Making or amending State government – a Regional Plan

Designating premises State and local for infrastructure government

Development Local government 1 assessment by as assessment local government manager or if a planning referral agency scheme does not appropriately integrate the relevant SPP state interest policies

Development Assessment 1 assessment by an manager or entity other than a referral agency local government (other than a local if a planning government or scheme does not the chief executive appropriately of the department integrate the relevant administering SPP state interest the Act) policies

Development State government PART C – – – – – assessment by an as assessment entity other than a manager or local government referral agency (that is the chief executive of the department administering the Act)

Figure 3: Application of the SPP 1 Note: Under the Act, assessment benchmarks only apply to the assessment of a development application by an assessment manager.

State Planning Policy page 9 Operation of the SPP

The SPP is a statutory instrument and • the introduction to each of the Amendments to any part of the SPP or must be appropriately integrated or five themes. the supporting mapping may result in considered when undertaking the a local planning instrument no longer • the introduction to each state interest activities to which the SPP applies. appropriately integrating a particular (i.e. the text external to the coloured state interest. In these instances the However, the following elements within boxes in part E). the SPP are included only to provide SPP and/or the supporting mapping Mapping contained in the SPP context and supporting information: apply to the extent of any inconsistency. Interactive Mapping System (IMS) • any notes or footnotes. supports the application of the state interests expressed in the SPP. Managing competing state interests The SPP does not prioritise one state Where state interest policies can be (2) Considering the SPP in interest over another at a statewide level. met using a range of methods, local its entirety It acknowledges the way state interests government is encouraged to apply Although the SPP includes a number need to be applied will vary between, alternative, innovative and performance- of policies relating to various matters and within, regions and local government based approaches that provide the of state interest, it is important to areas, and depend on environmental, necessary certainty, and meet local understand the effect that the SPP, in its economic, cultural and social factors. and regional circumstances. entirety and the overall combination of State interests will not always be applied The Planning Minister will consider state interests, will have in each local in the same way throughout a state as the following three objectives when government area. large and diverse as Queensland, and determining whether the SPP has The SPP therefore needs to be considered there may even be differences in how been appropriately integrated in a in its entirety when a local government state interests are integrated within a local planning instrument, and how is making or amending a local planning local government area. competing state interests have been instrument. State and local governments must resolved by a local government. (3) Addressing the regional and manage competing state interests when (1) Applying the SPP’s purpose local context designating premises for infrastructure. and guiding principles Regional plans may identify and interpret The SPP does not give more weight to The purpose and guiding principles certain state interests and provide any particular state interest over another, contained in part C of the SPP provide an strategy and direction to guide how recognising that regional and local essential basis for the interpretation and these state interests must be applied context must always be considered when application of the state interest policies. in the region to achieve specific goals. integrating state interests at the regional However, it is the responsibility of local The guiding principles are of equivalent and local level. government, in preparing a local planning effect to the state interests expressed instrument, to initially consider all of the in the SPP, and must be considered by state interests and the SPP in its entirety. a local government when appropriately integrating the SPP in a local planning The local government must then identify instrument. relevant state interests, and determine how to balance state interests (as The purpose and guiding principles necessary) and how best to integrate play an important role in assisting these interests into a local planning local government to manage and instrument. resolve competing state interests.

page 10 Supporting mapping Part B

Wherever possible and to the extent There are three categories of mapping (3) State mapping layers that are relevant, the state interest policies and layers provided or referred to in the SPP provided for local government assessment benchmarks in part E of IMS that are intended to be used in one information purposes only Application and operation the SPP are supported by mapping. of the following ways: (see appendix 1, table C). All mapping related to the SPP is (1) State mapping layers that must be The SPP IMS contains the most up to contained in the SPP IMS. Where appropriately integrated in a local date mapping relevant for the purposes relevant, the SPP IMS represents the planning instrument in a way that of the SPP and applies to the extent of single point of truth for the spatial achieves the relevant state interest any inconsistency. representation of the state’s policy (see appendix 1, table A). interests expressed in the SPP. The SPP IMS is located at (2) State mapping layers that must be www.dilgp.qld.gov.au/spp-mapping Amendments to mapping occur from appropriately integrated, and can be time to time, independently of an amendment to the SPP. locally refined by a local government in a local planning instrument, in a way that achieves the relevant state interest policy (see appendix 1, table B). SPP guidance material Guidance material is available for each This guidance material does not have The guidance material will be updated state interest and the guiding principles statutory effect and it is not mandatory as required from time to time to ensure in the SPP. for local governments to use. it remains current. It can be viewed at This material supports local government The guidance material does not contain www.dilgp.qld.gov.au/ in the implementation of the SPP when any new policy, but rather assists in spp-guidance-material making or amending a local planning the interpretation and application of instrument, or when assessing certain the state interest statements, state development applications. interest policies and the assessment benchmarks contained in the SPP.

State Planning Policy page 11 page 12 Part C

Purpose and Part C guiding principles Purpose and guiding principles Purpose of the SPP The SPP outlines the guiding Planning should also contribute to the principles and state interests that design and management of our cities, towns, rural communities and landscapes underpin the delivery of local and to create better places and spaces to live, regional plans, and development work and play. It should do this while that will advance the social, protecting our wellbeing and enhancing economic and environmental our natural environment, heritage and culture. needs of all Queenslanders. The SPP works in conjunction with other The purpose of the SPP and the planning instruments, processes, and state interest policies is to secure a initiatives outside of the Queensland liveable, sustainable and prosperous planning system. Queensland. The SPP requires that state interests are integrated in local The SPP recognises that mitigating and planning instruments, regional plans adapting to climate change is also an and development decisions in order to: important consideration for planning at all levels. All state interests should • strengthen our economy be applied and considered in the • promote strong communities context of a changing climate to support • protect our environment Queensland’s people, economy and the environment. • wisely manage our resources • inform and respond to investment The state interests, interpreted and in infrastructure. applied according to the guiding principles outlined in table 1, describe To secure a liveable, sustainable and the planning matters the state has prosperous Queensland, planning should decided need to be properly considered support the delivery of forward-thinking and integrated into local planning and innovative development that meets instruments, and regional plans, and our needs. when making development decisions.

State Planning Policy page 13 The guiding principles

Plan making processes and development decisions in Queensland need to align with the following guiding principles set out in table 1. The guiding principles should be read in conjunction with each state interest and are as important as the state interests expressed in the SPP.

The state interests expressed in the SPP consist of a state interest statement, state interest policies, and assessment benchmarks, where applicable.

The guiding principles are intended to complement and support the provisions for plan making and development assessment outlined in the Act and other statutory planning instruments, including in the SPP. This will ensure a planning system, that is:

• outcomes focused • integrated • efficient • positive • accountable. Table 1: The guiding principles

Outcome focused Clearly focus on the • Plans and development outcomes integrate and balance the economic, environmental and delivery of outcomes social needs of current and future generations in order to achieve ecological sustainability. • Plans express clear performance outcomes for development, supported by a range of acceptable outcomes, where possible. • Innovative and flexible approaches to design and development are supported and encouraged when consistent with a plan’s strategic intent. • Decision making ensures that, where acceptable, when outcomes are satisfied by development, then the relevant performance outcome is taken to be satisfied in full. Performance outcomes may still be satisfied, even though an associated acceptable outcome is not met. • Plans and development outcomes support stated objectives, needs and aspirations of the community at the state, regional and local level. Integrated Reinforce the role of local • Plans coordinate and integrate land use policy for a local area by considering: planning schemes as the –– international agreements, such as the UNESCO world heritage listing of the Great Barrier integrated, comprehensive Reef and Ramsar Convention statement of land use policy and development intentions –– national, state, regional and local matters, to the extent relevant. for a local area • Plans integrate land use, resource management and infrastructure needs and considerations. • Plans support a 15 year supply of land for development. • The zoning of land reflects and responds to the characteristics of the land that constrain its use. • Overlays should be compatible with and not operate either individually or cumulatively to prevent or restrict land from being used for the purpose for which it has been zoned. • Plans include a performance-based assessment of development against a clear hierarchy of policies linked to the achievement of realistic and long-term strategic planning. page 14 Efficient Part C Support the efficient • Plans and assessment processes result in development outcomes that are certain, determination of responsive and performance-based. appropriate development • Plans regulate development only to the extent necessary to address potential impacts.

When applied, plans adopt the lowest appropriate level of assessment required to Purpose and guiding principles efficiently and effectively address those impacts. • The level of assessment for development is proportionate to the potential impacts and level of risk of the development being regulated and a plan’s strategic intent and purpose of the relevant zone, local plan and/or precinct, for instance development that is: –– minor, low-risk and that is encouraged or contemplated in a zone should be identified as accepted development –– consistent and in accordance with the broad intent of a zone and able to be assessed against assessment benchmarks, should be identified as code assessable development –– contrary to the intent of a zone, requires public input or is unforeseen by a planning scheme, should be identified as impact assessable development and assessed against a broader range of matters. Positive Enable positive responses • Contemporary information, challenges and community needs and aspirations are reflected to change, challenges and through up-to-date plans. opportunities • Evidence and objectively assessed needs form a basis for planning that uses the best available knowledge. • Plans are written using clear, concise and positive language to describe what outcomes are sought, required or encouraged in a particular location, rather than what is to be avoided, prevented or discouraged. • Community health and wellbeing, and resilience and adaptability to change (including economic change, social change, and climate change adaptation and mitigation), are promoted in plans and development outcomes. • Plans adopt a performance-based approach to development assessment to allow for innovation and flexibility in how development in a local area can be achieved. • Plans are drafted to ensure that development is assessed on its individual merits. Accountable Promote confidence in the • Plans and development outcomes reflect balanced community views and aspirations based planning system through on a clear understanding of the importance of the community’s involvement in plan making. plans and decisions that are • Plans resolve competing state and local interests through using an evidence-based transparent and accountable approach, which balances community needs, views and aspirations. • Reasonable, logical and fair development decisions are supported by clear and transparent planning schemes. • Plans only seek to regulate land use and planning outcomes and do not address matters regulated outside of the planning system, for instance building work regulated under the Building Act 1975 (unless permitted). • Obtaining access to planning information is simple and direct, capitalising on opportunities presented by information technology.

State Planning Policy page 15 page 16 Part D

The state interest Part D

statements The state interest statements

The SPP expresses 17 state interests in land use planning and development. These state interests should be considered in the context of the guiding principles expressed in part C.

Liveable communities and housing Accountable • Housing supply and diversity • Liveable communities

Infrastructure Outcome focusedEconomic growth • Energy and water supply • Agriculture • Infrastructure integration • Development and • Transport infrastructure construction • Strategic airports and Securing • Mining and aviation facilities a liveable, extractive resources • Strategic ports sustainable • Tourism and prosperous Queensland Integrated Positive

Safety and resilience Environment and heritage to hazards • Biodiversity • Coastal environment

• Emissions and hazardous Efficient activities • Cultural heritage • Natural hazards, risk • Water quality and resilience

Figure 4: The state interests in land use planning and development

State Planning Policy page 17 The state interest statements

Housing supply and diversity Agriculture Biodiversity

Diverse, accessible and well-serviced The resources that agriculture Matters of environmental significance housing, and land for housing, is depends on are protected to support are valued and protected, and the provided and supports affordable the long-term viability and growth health and resilience of biodiversity housing outcomes. of the agricultural sector. is maintained or enhanced to support ecological processes.

Development and construction Employment needs, economic growth, Coastal environment and a strong development and The coastal environment is protected Liveable communities construction sector are supported and enhanced, while supporting Liveable, well-designed and serviced by facilitating a range of residential, opportunities for coastal-dependent communities are delivered to support commercial, retail, industrial and development, compatible urban form, wellbeing and enhance quality of life. mixed use development opportunities. and maintaining appropriate public use of and access to, and along, state coastal land.

Mining and extractive resources

Extractive resources are protected Cultural heritage and mineral, coal, petroleum and The cultural heritage significance gas resources are appropriately of heritage places and heritage considered to support the productive areas, including places of Aboriginal use of resources, a strong mining and and Torres Strait Islander cultural resource industry, economical supply heritage, is conserved for the of construction materials, and avoid benefit of the community and land use conflicts where possible. future generations.

Tourism Water quality

Tourism planning and development The environmental values and quality opportunities that are appropriate of Queensland waters are protected and sustainable are supported, and and enhanced. the social, cultural and natural values underpinning tourism developments are protected.

page 18 Part D Emissions and Energy and water supply Strategic airports and hazardous activities aviation facilities The timely, safe, affordable and Community health and safety, reliable provision and operation The operation of strategic airports The state interest statements and the natural and built environment, of electricity and water supply and aviation facilities is protected, are protected from potential infrastructure is supported and and the growth and development adverse impacts of emissions and renewable energy development is of Queensland’s aviation industry hazardous activities. The operation enabled. is supported. of appropriately established industrial development, major infrastructure, and sport and recreation activities is ensured.

Infrastructure integration Strategic ports

The benefits of past and ongoing The operation of strategic ports and investment in infrastructure and priority ports is protected and their facilities are maximised through growth and development is supported. integrated land use planning. Natural hazards, risk and resilience

The risks associated with natural hazards, including the projected impacts of climate change, are avoided or mitigated to protect people and property and enhance the community’s resilience to Transport infrastructure natural hazards. The safe and efficient movement of people and goods is enabled, and land use patterns that encourage sustainable transport are supported.

State Planning Policy page 19 page 20 Part E

State interest policies Part E and assessment State interest policies and assessment benchmarks benchmarks

The SPP contains state The state interest policies and interest policies and where assessment benchmarks express the outcomes for planning and relevant, the assessment development, and underpin the benchmarks for each overarching state interest statement. state interest. The guiding principles expressed in State interests are grouped into part C should be considered when five themes: applying the state interest policies and assessment benchmarks. (1) Planning for liveable communities and housing.

(2) Planning for economic growth.

(3) Planning for the environment and heritage.

(4) Planning for safety and resilience to hazards.

(5) Planning for infrastructure.

State Planning Policy page 21 Planning for liveable communities and housing Liveable communities are Planning ensures that decisions about • provide certainty to the property appropriate development support industry to ensure Queensland’s well-serviced, accessible and the housing, employment, education, future population growth is attractive environments that infrastructure, and other needs of the accommodated in an environmentally provide the foundations for community. Planning should support sustainable way a healthy, sustainable and positive and innovative responses to • address the impacts and challenges of current and future challenges, and prosperous Queensland. climate change through the effective ensure development outcomes will design and siting of buildings, the Planning and development benefit Queensland’s communities integration of transport and land use decision making occurs across the in the long-term. planning, and the delivery of quality diverse regions of Queensland – Effective planning for local community urban design cities, towns, villages and rural areas. needs will: • reduce compliance costs and This decision making influences the encourage good planning outcomes quality of urban design, which helps • ensure a sufficient supply of land suitable for all forms of housing in by avoiding or minimising regulatory shape the liveability of our places and barriers or inefficiencies contributes to community wellbeing by all locations to meet the diverse guiding the placement, sequencing and and changing needs of different • acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres design of facilities, services and housing communities, now and into the future Strait Islander peoples’ special within a sustainable environment. • guide the development and relationship to their Traditional lands. redevelopment of land in appropriate The state interests in liveable While housing affordability is influenced locations by many factors, the planning system communities and housing • maximise the effective use of existing has a role to play in facilitating • Housing supply and diversity. affordable housing outcomes and, infrastructure and services, and • Liveable communities. more broadly, affordable living to ensure that the provision of new ensure Queensland is a great place infrastructure, services and facilities to live, work and enjoy. supports the timely delivery of complete and diverse communities

page 22 Tourism & Events Queensland Housing supply and diversity Part E

Why is housing supply and Development should be more Local planning instruments must not diversity of interest to the state? resilient and adaptable to climate include provisions about building work, change impacts when appropriate unless permitted under the Building Act Housing across the state needs to State interest policies and assessment benchmarks consideration is given to: 1975. For example, in certain instances, cater for different households and a planning scheme may regulate family types, ages, community • locational characteristics matters such as: needs, lifestyles, and incomes. • access to a wide range of The state is interested in ensuring transport options • heights of buildings related to sufficient land and housing stock is obstruction and overshadowing available in appropriate locations to • building siting and orientation • siting and design of buildings to support development, resource and • climate responsive design. provide visual privacy and adequate infrastructure-related projects, and sight lines. to meet the diverse needs of all A range of housing options provides sectors in the community. communities with choice and the ability In plan making, a local government to adapt as community structures needs to: Affordable, accessible, innovative evolve, and family and household and adaptable housing is required types change. Appropriate housing is • demonstrate how the local planning throughout all regions of the state to required to meet the diverse needs of instrument interfaces with aspects ensure a range of housing is available to communities that include: of building work regulated under the all sectors of the community, including Building Act 1975 Queensland’s ageing population. • single person or shared households • justify the need for the additional • couples Growing communities (particularly aspects of building work to be those in expanding metropolitan, • families or extended families regulated in the local planning emerging regional, and resource • people requiring assisted living instrument. areas) need land developed and new • seniors Effective planning policies for diverse housing built in a timely manner to residential accommodation will benefit accommodate workers and families. • students the Queensland economy by supporting • non-resident workers. While urban renewal or infill the development and construction development may be the most To support the delivery of affordable industries, and the liveability and appropriate option to achieve housing and housing choice, local affordability of our communities. environmental, social and economic planning instruments will need outcomes; in many urban contexts, to incorporate flexible planning a sufficient supply of greenfield land arrangements and avoid or minimise

(where infrastructure and services regulatory barriers or inefficiencies. Liveable communities and housing can be easily accommodated) is also important.

State Planning Policy page 23 State interest – housing supply and diversity Diverse, accessible and well-serviced housing, and land for housing, is provided and supports affordable housing outcomes.

All of the following state interest (3) A diverse, affordable and (4) Best practice, innovative, policies must be appropriately comprehensive range of and adaptable housing design integrated in planning and housing options in accessible and siting is provided for development outcomes, and well-serviced locations, and encouraged. where relevant. is facilitated through: (5) Sufficient land for housing is (1) Land for housing development (a) appropriate, responsive and provided in appropriate locations and redevelopment in areas that proactive zoning to support the projected non- are accessible and well-connected (b) supporting an appropriate resident workforce population to services, employment and mix of lot sizes and dwelling associated with approved large- infrastructure are identified. types, including housing for scale mining, agriculture, industry or infrastructure projects. (2) The development of residential seniors and people requiring land is facilitated to address and assisted living cater for all groups in the current (c) considering incentives to and projected demographic, promote affordable and economic and social profile of social housing outcomes, the local government area, particularly in areas in including households on low close proximity to services to moderate incomes. and amenities.

page 24 Liveable communities Part E

Why are liveable communities The provision of sustainable, equitable High quality urban design and of interest to the state? and efficient access to a wide range effective place making improves of services and facilities underpins community health and wellbeing, The liveability of communities State interest policies and assessment benchmarks community wellbeing and liveability. facilitates social cohesion, and creates concerns all levels of government as This can have a major effect on resilient, sustainable and affordable it directly influences our quality of community health, safety, access communities that support Queensland’s life and wellbeing. As the population and employment. economic prosperity. Climate sensitive of our cities and towns grow – and urban design principles can improve socioeconomic and demographic All levels of government and the community resilience to the impacts profiles change – the importance of private sector deliver a range of of climate change. attractive, healthy, safe, accessible and infrastructure and services to support inclusive places and spaces increases. communities, including education, To enhance liveability, built and natural health, emergency services, sporting environments can be innovatively Liveable communities are those that are facilities, communication networks, designed, or transformed, through the vibrant, prosperous, diverse, inclusive, energy, waste management and water well-planned placement and design accessible, attractive, healthy and safe. infrastructure. Integrated approaches of buildings, pedestrian and cyclist Our quality of life and wellbeing to land use and infrastructure planning access, road and street networks, sport is influenced by a range of factors, maximise the benefits of investment, and recreation facilities, and public including: support affordable and connected open spaces. communities, and minimise the carbon • the characteristics of the built and Climate responsive design underpins footprint of urban development. natural environments in which we live Queensland urban places from the • our ability to access employment coastal tropics and subtropics to the ranges and outback. The design of • the availability of open space to development in Queensland cities, interact with nature and other people towns and communities responds to • our resilience to natural hazards and promotes local context, heritage, and the effects of climate change. character and identity. Liveable communities and housing

Tourism & Events Queensland State Planning Policy page 25 State interest – liveable communities Liveable, well-designed and serviced communities are delivered to support wellbeing and enhance quality of life.

All of the following state interest (2) Vibrant places and spaces, and Infrastructure and services: policies must be considered and diverse communities that meet (4) Connected pedestrian, cycling appropriately integrated in planning lifestyle needs are facilitated by: and public transport and development outcomes, (a) good neighbourhood planning infrastructure networks are where relevant. and centre design facilitated and provided. Built and natural environment: (b) a mix of land uses that meet the (5) Community facilities and diverse demographic, social, services, including education (1) High quality urban design and cultural, economic and lifestyle facilities (state and non-state place making outcomes are needs of the community facilitated and promote: providers), health facilities, (c) consolidating urban (a) affordable living and emergency services, arts and development in and around cultural infrastructure, and sport, sustainable and complete existing settlements communities recreation and cultural facilities (d) higher density development in are well-located, cost-effective (b) attractive, adaptable, accessible and well-serviced and multi-functional. accessible and inclusive locations built environments (6) Connection to fibre-optic (e) efficient use of established (c) personal safety and security telecommunications infrastructure infrastructure and services (e.g. broadband) is supported in (d) functional, accessible, legible (f) supporting a range of formal and greenfield areas. and connected spaces informal sporting, recreational (7) All development accessed by (e) community identity through and community activities. considering local features, common private title is provided character, needs and (3) Development is designed to: with appropriate fire hydrant aspirations. infrastructure and has unimpeded (a) value and nurture local access for emergency service landscape character and vehicles to protect people, the natural environment property and the environment. (b) maintain or enhance important cultural landscapes and areas of high scenic amenity, including important views and vistas that contribute to natural and visual amenity (c) maintain or enhance opportunities for public access and use of the natural environment.

page 26 Assessment benchmarks – liveable communities Part E These performance outcomes apply to the following development applications, to the extent the SPP has not been identified in a local planning instrument as being appropriately integrated. State interest policies and assessment benchmarks

A development application in an All of the following requirements (3) Fire hydrants are suitably urban area involving premises that are assessment benchmarks for identified so that fire services is, or will be, accessed by common the development: can locate them at all hours. private title, for: (1) Development ensures fire hydrants Further information in relation (1) a material change of use, are installed and located to enable to these requirements is detailed or reconfiguring a lot; and fire services to access water in the liveable communities safely, effectively and efficiently. guidance material. (2) the application involves buildings – either attached or detached – (2) Road widths, and construction that are not covered by other within the development, are legislation or planning provisions adequate for fire emergency mandating fire hydrants. vehicles to gain access to a safe working area close to buildings and near water supplies whether or not on-street parking spaces are occupied. Liveable communities and housing

Tourism & Events Queensland State Planning Policy page 27 Planning for economic growth Planning plays a critical role Queensland possesses valuable natural An efficient and effective planning in achieving economic growth. assets, resources, tourism attractions, system supports economic growth and proximity to markets. This presents by providing certainty to investors It needs to encourage growth opportunities for both regional and and removes unnecessary barriers in Queensland’s traditionally metropolitan areas of Queensland to business growth and innovation. strong primary industries, to build upon their competitive and By ensuring plans promote consistency and construction and tourism comparative advantages and drive across the state where possible, economic growth across the state. investment can be encouraged which sectors, while also supporting will enable local economic opportunities new and emerging sectors to Future economic growth in Queensland to be realised. grow and prosper. will benefit from diversification of the state’s industries. Knowledge intensive The state interests in and technology intensive industries economic growth have the potential to become leading contributors to the state’s economic • Agriculture. growth, and significant creators of • Development and construction. the jobs of the future. • Mining and extractive resources. Effective and responsive planning will • Tourism. help to provide the right conditions for growth across all parts of the economy. Planning is essential for enhancing the links between productive areas and industries, workforces, supply chains and consumers. Planning will facilitate the availability of well-located and serviced land for business and industry that has access to suitable infrastructure networks.

page 28 Tourism & Events Queensland Agriculture Part E

Why is agriculture of interest However, these resources are finite and • reducing the potential for conflict to the state? are not easily restored once removed, between agricultural land and disturbed or degraded. other incompatible uses Agriculture is essential to Queensland’s State interest policies and assessment benchmarks economic productivity, employment, Agriculture in Queensland has always • minimising encroachment on and the supply of food, fibre, fish, been subjected to the impacts of our agricultural resources to ensure timber and foliage and for ensuring variable climate. Climate change will viable tracts of agricultural land food security for domestic and alter weather patterns, which will are maintained. international markets. positively and negatively impact Local planning should also improve future agricultural production. Agriculture is an integral part of opportunities for increased agricultural many regional and local economies Agricultural land use will need to adapt investment, production and and communities. It supports other to a changing climate and be flexible diversification. This includes enabling businesses in the agricultural supply and innovative in the face of changing value-adding activities such as chain and uses key infrastructure such conditions over the long-term. on-farm processing, farm gate sales, as roads, energy and water supply and agricultural tourism to occur in infrastructure, rail networks and ports. Supporting agricultural appropriate locations, providing for production involves: agricultural support industries. Queensland’s agricultural resources are of state and national importance and • creating conditions that enable a should be protected from incompatible competitive, thriving and viable uses and irreversible impacts that sector to be maintained would compromise existing or potential • managing the sustainable use of productivity. With sound management, natural resources (including soil, these resources can support land, native forests, fish habitats and agricultural production in perpetuity. water) critical for agricultural activity and protecting these resources from irreversible impacts Economic growth

State Planning Policy page 29 State interest – agriculture The resources that agriculture depends on are protected to support the long-term viability and growth of the agricultural sector.

All of the following state interest (4) Growth in agricultural production (d) facilitating opportunities for policies must be appropriately and a strong agriculture industry co-existence with development integrated in planning and is facilitated by: that is complementary to development outcomes, agricultural uses that do (a) promoting hard to locate where relevant. not reduce agricultural intensive agricultural land productivity (e.g. on-farm (1) Agriculture and agricultural uses, such as intensive animal processing, farm gate sales, development opportunities industries, aquaculture, and agricultural tourism etc) are promoted and enhanced in intensive horticulture important agricultural areas in appropriate locations (e) considering the provision of (IAAs). infrastructure and services (b) protecting existing intensive necessary to support a strong (2) Agricultural Land Classification agricultural land uses, agriculture industry and (ALC) Class A and Class B land such as intensive animal associated agricultural is protected for sustainable industries, aquaculture, and supply chains agricultural use by: intensive horticulture, from encroachment by development (f) ensuring development on, (a) avoiding fragmentation of ALC that is incompatible and/or or adjacent to, the stock Class A or Class B land into would compromise the safe route network does not lot sizes inconsistent with the and effective operation of compromise the network’s current or potential use of the the existing activity primary use for moving stock land for agriculture on foot, and other uses and (c) locating new development values including grazing, (b) avoiding development that will (such as sensitive land environmental, recreational, have an irreversible impact on, uses or land uses that cultural heritage, and or adjacent to, ALC Class A or present biosecurity risks tourism values. Class B land for agriculture) in areas that (c) maintaining or enhancing land avoid or minimise potential conditions and the biophysical for conflict with existing resources underpinning ALC agricultural uses through Class A or Class B land. the provision of adequate separation areas or (3) Fisheries resources are other measures protected from development that compromises long-term fisheries productivity, sustainability and accessibility.

page 30 Development and construction Part E

Why is development and • coordinating and sequencing the A planning scheme needs to address construction of interest to release of land for development and the community’s expectations and infrastructure provision. needs by providing for development the state? State interest policies and assessment benchmarks to occur in appropriate places and in a Strategic planning needs to encourage To support economic activity in the suitable form. State-owned land also a broad range of economic development development and construction sectors, plays a role in addressing community opportunities in response to current zones should be as broad as possible in needs and expectations. By local and projected economic demand, and their intent and the range of activities government undertaking appropriate to meet the needs of the community they provide for. consultation with the state, planning into the future. Planning schemes should encourage schemes can also deliver public benefits Planning for development and the diversification or expansion by appropriately zoning state-owned construction supports a thriving of a local economy by not placing land to meet state and local government industry that is a major employer, unnecessary barriers or limits on the operational requirements and delivers the housing and facilities number, size and mix of businesses, community needs. we need, and is a necessity for other while not undermining planning for economic activities. Strategic planning needs to be local and regional centres. supported by efficient assessment Effective planning policies that support processes and infrastructure planning the development and construction sector For example, planning scheme to ensure that sustainable development benefit Queensland’s economy by: provisions should not restrict the number of, or place proximity opportunities can be realised. • enabling the growth of the high restrictions on particular types of retail employment commercial and A transparent and efficient assessment stores. Development decisions should industrial sectors process provides certainty for the be based on planning grounds and not government, industry (including seek to consider the potential impacts • delivering housing choice and diversity developers and investors), and the of a proposed business on the viability community about what assessment • supporting a thriving development of established businesses. pathways apply for various types of and construction sector development, for example, accepted development, code or impact assessment. Economic growth

State Planning Policy page 31 State interest – development and construction Employment needs, economic growth, and a strong development and construction sector are supported by facilitating a range of residential, commercial, retail, industrial and mixed use development opportunities.

All of the following state interest (2) Appropriate infrastructure (6) Land uses are consistent with the policies must be considered and required to support all land uses purpose of the zone. appropriately integrated in planning is planned for and provided. (7) State development areas and and development outcomes, (3) Mixed use development is Priority Development Areas are: where relevant. achieved by appropriately (a) identified and appropriately (1) A sufficient supply of suitable zoning the land. considered in terms of their land for residential, retail, (4) An appropriate mix of lot sizes planning intent commercial, industrial and and configurations for residential, mixed use development is (b) supported by compatible and retail, commercial, mixed use identified that considers: complementary land uses and and industrial development is services on surrounding land. (a) existing and anticipated demand provided for in response to the (8) Public benefit outcomes on diverse needs of these uses and (b) the physical constraints of state-owned land are achieved by ancillary activities. the land appropriately zoning the land. (c) surrounding land uses (5) Efficient delivery of development (d) the availability of, and is facilitated by the adoption of proximity to, essential the lowest appropriate level of infrastructure required to assessment for development that service and support such is consistent with the purpose of development. the zone.

page 32 Mining and extractive resources Part E

Why are mining and extractive However, planning schemes should The state has an interest in ensuring resources of interest to consider the location of minerals, coal, that mining and other resource petroleum and gas deposits to ensure activities are considered in land use the state? State interest policies and assessment benchmarks that the issues and opportunities planning because of the economic The resources industry is a key driver generated by resources development benefits to Queensland and the of the Queensland economy and one are recognised as part of the planning contribution to our quality of life. The of the state’s largest export earners. process. This will strengthen purpose of identifying key resource It is a diverse industry that supports opportunities for the beneficial areas is to protect important extractive the needs of other industries and co-existence of mining and other resources from incompatible land uses. the community through the supply activities and avoid sterilisation of valuable commodities including Identification of a key resource area of valued resources. minerals, coal, petroleum and does not in any way authorise the gas resources. Ongoing resource The supply of extractive resources extraction of the resource or provide exploration and development is such as sand, gravel, rock, clay and a right to establish or operate an vital to the delivery of employment, soil is essential to support development extractive industry. Identification of a infrastructure, skills and prosperity. and construction activities and the key resource area rather indicates the delivery of infrastructure. Given the importance of protecting the deposit for Mining of minerals, coal, petroleum and high-volume, low-value nature of the future. Local government assesses gas resources are not regulated under extractive resource products, it is development applications for extractive the planning system and accordingly, generally necessary to obtain extractive industries in accordance with its are not assessed against the SPP or resources from locations that are planning scheme. local government planning schemes. close to markets. Such locations are The Regional Planning Interests Act at risk of encroachment from land uses 2014 (RPI Act) seeks to manage the that are sensitive to the impacts impact and support co-existence of of extractive processes. resource activities and other regulated activities in areas of regional interest. Economic growth

State Planning Policy page 33 State interest – mining and extractive resources Extractive resources are protected and mineral, coal, petroleum and gas resources are appropriately considered to support the productive use of resources, a strong mining and resource industry, economical supply of construction materials, and avoid land use conflicts where possible.

All of the following state interest (b) avoiding new sensitive land Mineral, coal, petroleum and policies must be appropriately uses and other incompatible gas resources: integrated in planning and land uses within the resource/ (3) The importance of areas identified development outcomes, processing area and the as having valuable minerals, coal, where relevant. related separation area of a petroleum and gas resources, KRA that could impede the and areas of mining and resource Extractive resources: extraction of the resource tenures are considered. (1) Key resource areas (KRAs) are (c) avoiding land uses along identified, including the resource/ the transport route and (4) Opportunities for mutually processing area, separation area, transport route separation beneficial co-existence between transport route and transport area of a KRA that are likely to coal, minerals, petroleum and route separation area. compromise the ongoing use gas resource development of the route for the haulage operations and other land uses (2) KRAs are protected by: of extractive materials are facilitated.

(a) maintaining the long-term (d) avoiding new development (5) The location of specified availability of the extractive adjacent to the transport route petroleum infrastructure resource and access to the KRA that is likely to adversely is considered. affect the safe and efficient transportation of the extractive resource.

Tourism & Events Queensland page 34 Assessment benchmarks – mining and extractive resources Part E These performance outcomes apply to the following development applications, to the extent the SPP has not been identified in a local planning instrument as being appropriately integrated. State interest policies and assessment benchmarks

A development application for: (c) caretaker’s accommodation (3) Development not associated with (associated with an extractive extractive industry in the transport (1) reconfiguring a lot within a KRA; or industry); or route separation area of a KRA (2) a material change of use within (d) animal husbandry; or does not increase the number of people working or residing in the the resource/processing area of (e) cropping. a KRA or the separation area for transport route separation area the resource/processing area of All of the following requirements are unless the development mitigates a KRA; or assessment benchmarks: the impacts of noise, dust and vibration generated by the haulage (3) a material change of use within (1) Development within a resource/ of extractive materials along the the transport route separation processing area of a KRA will transport route. area of a KRA that will result in not impede the undertaking of an increase in the number of an existing or future extractive (4) Development adjacent to the people working or residing in the industry development. transport route does not adversely transport route separation area. affect the safe and efficient use (2) Development of sensitive land uses of the transport route by vehicles However, requirements (2) and (3) and other potentially incompatible transporting extractive resources. above do not apply to the assessment land uses is avoided within the of a material change of use for a: separation area for a resource/ Further information in relation to processing area of a KRA, if it these requirements is detailed in (a) dwelling house on an existing could impede the extraction of the mining and extractive resources lot; or the resource. guidance material. (b) home-based business (where not employing more than two non-resident people on a full-time equivalent basis); or Economic growth

State Planning Policy page 35 Tourism & Events Queensland

Tourism

Why is the tourism industry Tourism development can complement Queensland is home to many world-class of interest to the state? and co-exist with other land uses. natural tourism assets. The Great Barrier Advances in online technology are Reef World Heritage Area represents one Tourism contributes significantly creating innovative approaches for of the most remarkable natural wonders to creating and sustaining jobs, tourism to co-exist with different in the world and is a significant driver of generating export revenue, and activities (e.g. glamping, bed and tourism in Queensland. strengthening local and regional breakfasts, farm gate produce sales economies. The state’s interest A strong, long-term and sustainable and guest lodges). in tourism seeks to support these tourism industry depends on: economic opportunities for local Other opportunities for land uses to • maintaining such world-class communities, regions and the state. co-exist include cheese tasting or natural areas farm-stay activities on an existing Tourism encompasses a diverse dairy farm operation, and ecotourism • protecting and enhancing the range of development types, in a natural area to promote outdoor unique natural and cultural values sizes and locations, and includes recreation or education regarding the of important tourism assets accommodation, attractions, facilities, area’s environmental values. infrastructure and other ancillary • ensuring the provision of supporting services. Planning needs to recognise infrastructure and services. this diversity and be sufficiently flexible to support tourism, particularly where it can complement other land use and economic activities.

State interest – tourism Tourism planning and development opportunities that are appropriate and sustainable are supported, and the social, cultural and natural values underpinning tourism developments are protected.

All of the following state interest (2) Existing and potential (b) promotes the protection or policies must be appropriately opportunities, localities or enhancement of the character, integrated in planning and areas appropriate for tourism landscape and visual amenity, development outcomes, development are identified and the economic, social, where relevant. and protected. cultural and environmental values of the natural and built (3) The delivery of sustainable (1) The findings of state endorsed assets associated with the tourism development is facilitated tourism studies and plans are tourism development. considered and reflected where it: where relevant. (4) Appropriate infrastructure to (a) is complementary to and support and enable tourism compatible with other land uses, development is planned for. including sensitive land uses

page 36 Planning for the environment and heritage Part E Queensland is one of the most The natural environment is essential to Sustainable planning will balance the biologically diverse places on our existence and is inherently valuable conservation of important environmental in its own right. It also underpins many and cultural values (including Aboriginal State interest policies and assessment benchmarks earth, home to a complex and parts of our economy including tourism, and Torres Strait Islander cultural varied coastal environment with mining and the agricultural sector. heritage) with economic growth, outstanding natural values. job creation and social wellbeing. Commerce, particularly tourism, The natural and built environments of depends on maintaining world-class The state interests in Queensland also have international, and accessible natural areas (such as environment and heritage national, state and local heritage the Great Barrier Reef), and conserving • Biodiversity. significance. The recognition of these Australian icons such as the koala, significant places strengthens the cassowary and rainforests. Natural and • Coastal environment. built heritage landscapes also offer understanding of our environment, • Cultural heritage. history and culture. sites for cultural activities, recreation and enjoyment. • Water quality. Biodiversity, including plants, animals and the ecosystems of which they are Planning has a critical role to play a part, is integral to achieving healthy in supporting the protection of our and liveable communities. environment and heritage for current and future generations including Clean air, fertile soils, fresh water, food, adapting to and minimising the impacts and energy are just some examples of of climate change, while enhancing the the benefits the natural environment sustainability and liveability of our state. provides. Biodiversity conservation also provides protection from natural hazards such as flooding and landslides. Environment and heritage

Tourism & Events Queensland State Planning Policy page 37 Biodiversity

Why is biodiversity of interest Safeguarding biodiversity at the national, It is also important to manage, protect to the state? state, regional and local levels is and enhance areas that provide links essential. Promoting ecological resilience between natural areas in regions where Biodiversity (biological diversity) refers to manage the impacts on ecosystems habitat fragmentation has occurred. to the variability of all living organisms, from climate change is also essential. at all levels of organisation, including Koalas hold an iconic and highly genetic diversity, species diversity Planning and development decisions valued status for many communities and ecosystem diversity. This includes can maintain and enhance biodiversity by in Queensland. The government is organisms from terrestrial, aquatic, protecting ecosystems, their ecological committed to preserving a viable, marine and other ecosystems, and the processes, and the ecosystem services wild population of koalas in South ecological complexes they live in. on which we rely. East Queensland. Where coupled with effective conservation and management Queensland’s biodiversity is unique and For example, the conservation of strategies, planning can play an irreplaceable with a diverse range of wetlands contributes to community important role in the preservation ecosystems reflecting the state’s complex wellbeing and economic development by and enhancement of koala habitat in physical environment. These ecosystems protecting the ecosystem services that locations that will support an ongoing include the Great Barrier Reef, desert wetlands provide including: viable koala population. landscapes, Gondwana rainforests, and wetlands that are all home to threatened • providing habitat for flora and fauna animals such as the koala, cassowary, • supporting fisheries, recreation and and bulloak jewel butterfly. tourism opportunities

In Queensland, the natural environment • filtering pollutants provides food, recreation, materials and • mitigating the effects of natural energy. It contributes to the character hazards and identity of the places we live, and to • supporting coastal protection. the social, environmental and economic wellbeing of our communities.

Tourism & Events Queensland page 38 State interest – biodiversity Part E Matters of environmental significance are valued and protected, and the health and

resilience of biodiversity is maintained or enhanced to support ecological processes. State interest policies and assessment benchmarks

All of the following state interest (2) Matters of state environmental (4) Ecological processes and policies must be appropriately significance are identified2 and connectivity is maintained integrated in planning and development is located in areas or enhanced by avoiding development outcomes, that avoid adverse impacts; fragmentation of matters of where relevant. where adverse impacts cannot environmental significance. be reasonably avoided, they are (1) Development is located in areas (5) Viable koala populations in South minimised3. to avoid significant impacts on East Queensland are protected by matters of national environmental (3) Matters of local environmental conserving and enhancing koala significance and considers the significance are identified and habitat extent and condition. requirements of the Environment development is located in areas Protection and Biodiversity that avoid adverse impacts; Conservation Act 1999. where adverse impacts cannot be reasonably avoided, they are minimised4.

2 Note: A local planning instrument must not include assessment criteria for matters of state environmental significance which duplicate a state assessment process. 3 Note: Where it is demonstrated that adverse impacts cannot be avoided or minimised, significant residual impacts on matters of state environmental significance may require an offset in accordance in accordance with the Environmental Offsets Act 2014. 4 Note: Where it is demonstrated that adverse impacts cannot be avoided or minimised, a local government may require an offset for matters of local environmental significance in accordance with the Environmental Offsets Act 2014. Environment and heritage

State Planning Policy page 39 Coastal environment

Why is the coastal environment The Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Private and commercial uses (including of interest to the state? Area is vital for the ecological, marine access structures and private economic, social and cultural value access works) can influence this The coastal environment, including it provides to Queensland. Planning accessibility by either promoting or tidal water, beaches, dunes and and development in the Great Barrier restricting it. These uses need to be coastal wetlands, is important for Reef catchments should support the planned to maintain public use and its environmental, economic, social, commitments made by all levels of access to, and along, coastal land. cultural and aesthetic values. government to protect the outstanding Restricted public use and access may To maintain these values we need universal value of the Great Barrier Reef be necessary to ensure safety, where to protect the natural processes, from the impacts of development and there is a public benefit or need to landforms and native vegetation climate change. protect coastal ecosystems. that shape the coast. Coastal-dependent development, such Protecting development from coastal The coastal environment is highly as aquaculture, marinas, boat ramps hazards is necessary in many urbanised dynamic and subject to influence from and boat harbours are a unique and areas. Management decisions should climate change. The planning system necessary component of the state’s ensure that adverse outcomes such as plays a critical role in protecting this economy. To function effectively, permanent loss of beaches and dunes, environment by ensuring development coastal-dependent development must and increased erosion in adjacent areas avoids adverse impacts on coastal be located adjacent to tidal water and are avoided or mitigated. processes, including consideration opportunities for this are supported. Policies regarding the management of of impacts from climate change. Use of and access to, and along, state coastal hazards, and the management of With a significant portion of the coastal land is important for local biodiversity, are contained in the natural Queensland population choosing communities and visitors as it provides hazards, risk and resilience and the to live and work close to the coast, recreational opportunities including biodiversity state interests respectively. planning and land use decisions need swimming, surfing, and fishing. to ensure the protection of the coastal environment in creating liveable communities. The diverse coast of Queensland, including sandy beaches, protected estuaries and the Great Barrier Reef, generates significant social, economic and environmental benefits. The protection of the coastal environment will also continue to promote and facilitate diverse tourism opportunities.

page 40 State interest – coastal environment Part E The coastal environment is protected and enhanced, while supporting opportunities for coastal-dependent development, compatible urban form, and maintaining appropriate State interest policies and assessment benchmarks public use of and access to, and along, state coastal land.

All of the following state interest (2) Development of canals, dry land Development in the coastal policies must be appropriately marinas, artificial waterways environment: integrated in planning and or marine infrastructure avoids (4) Coastal-dependent development development outcomes, adverse impacts on coastal in areas adjoining tidal water is where relevant. resources and processes. facilitated in preference to other Protection of the coastal environment: (3) Reclamation of land under tidal types of development. water is avoided other than for (5) Opportunities for public use of (1) Coastal processes and coastal the purpose of: resources statewide, including in and access to, and along, state the Great Barrier Reef catchment, (a) coastal-dependent coastal land is maintained or are protected by: development, public marine enhanced in a way that protects development or community or enhances public safety and (a) concentrating future infrastructure, where there is coastal resources. development in existing no reasonable alternative; or urban areas through infill and redevelopment (b) strategic ports, priority ports, boat harbours or strategic (b) conserving the natural state airports and aviation facilities of landforms, wetlands and in accordance with a statutory native vegetation in the land use plan, or statutory coastal management district master plan; or (c) maintaining or enhancing the (c) coastal protection works or scenic amenity and aesthetic work necessary to protect values of important natural coastal resources or coastal coastal landscapes, views processes. and vistas Environment and heritage

State Planning Policy page 41 Cultural heritage

Why is cultural heritage of Cultural heritage underpins and Where practicable, development interest to the state? enhances our community identity can also enhance our appreciation and provides valuable insights and of cultural heritage values. Queensland’s heritage – world, connection to the past. This historical national, state and local – is unique, Consultation with, and involvement understanding can help to grow and diverse and irreplaceable. of, Traditional Owners in planning advance our communities. Conserving processes is particularly important Places recognised for their cultural heritage places can also deliver to protect and promote Aboriginal heritage significance include historic valuable economic benefits throughout and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, buildings, memorials, structures, Queensland. By capitalising on the culture and tradition, and to enable gardens, cemeteries, archaeological cultural heritage values of important the local community to identify and sites, streets, townscapes, and historic and natural landmarks, conserve Aboriginal and Torres Strait culturally significant natural we can generate local and regional Islander cultural heritage. landscapes. These places are important tourism opportunities. because of their intrinsic aesthetic, The Burra Charter provides the guiding Planning plays a key role in ensuring architectural, historical, scientific, principles for the conservation of that development affecting a place social and spiritual values. cultural heritage throughout Australia. of cultural heritage significance Natural heritage is also of interest In particular, places of Aboriginal or supports its long-term conservation to the state and is considered part Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage through preservation, restoration, of the state interest for biodiversity. and areas containing objects or reconstruction or adaptive reuse Local heritage places and areas are evidence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait and renewal. The adaptive reuse and local matters that are the responsibility Islander occupation are significant. renewal of heritage places can conserve of local government. the heritage significance of these places into the future.

page 42 State interest – cultural heritage Part E The cultural heritage significance of heritage places and heritage areas, including places of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage, is conserved for State interest policies and assessment benchmarks the benefit of the community and future generations.

All of the following state interest World and national cultural heritage: (5) Development of local heritage policies must be appropriately places or local heritage areas (2) Adverse impacts on the cultural integrated in planning and development does not compromise the cultural heritage significance of world outcomes, where relevant. heritage significance of the place heritage properties and national or area by: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage places prescribed under cultural heritage: the Environment Protection and (a) avoiding adverse impacts Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 on the cultural heritage (1) Matters of Aboriginal cultural are avoided. significance of the place heritage and Torres Strait Islander or area; or cultural heritage are appropriately State cultural heritage: conserved and considered to (b) minimising and mitigating (3) Adverse impacts on the cultural support the requirements of the unavoidable adverse impacts heritage significance of state Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act on the cultural heritage heritage places are avoided. 2003 and the Torres Strait Islander significance of the place or area. Cultural Heritage Act 2003. Local cultural heritage: (6) The conservation and adaptive (4) Local heritage places and local reuse of local heritage places and heritage areas important to the local heritage areas are facilitated history of the local government so that the cultural heritage area are identified, including a significance is retained. statement of the local cultural heritage significance of the place or area. Environment and heritage

State Planning Policy page 43 Water quality

Why is water quality of interest It is important that catchments are Stormwater and erosion management to the state? managed sustainably on a total water controls during construction are cycle basis: key to minimising land development Queensland is home to a diverse range impacts. Post-construction water of waters. These include the iconic Great • Balancing uses of water. sensitive urban design is an important Barrier Reef, Moreton Bay, the upland • Maximising opportunities for approach to the planning and design of streams of the Great Dividing Range and recovery and reuse. urban environments. Water sensitive other coastal and inland waters. • Avoiding or minimising impacts urban design can help to protect Protecting and enhancing Queensland’s of stormwater and waste water environmental values by managing the water quality can strengthen the state’s discharge to receiving waters. ongoing impacts of stormwater runoff. economy and support positive social In a state as large and diverse as and environmental outcomes by: Catchment planning should inform planning and development decisions so Queensland, there can be no single • maintaining and enhancing that the broader context of requirements statewide response for stormwater opportunities for economic of receiving waters can be considered. management. The adoption of development This will enable the environmental innovative and locally appropriate solutions that respond to local and • reducing demand on and the cost of values of receiving waters to be site-specific conditions are supported. water supply treatment protected and enhanced. Receiving waters include high ecological value • improving amenity and opportunities (HEV) waters, freshwaters, estuaries, for activities like recreation and rivers, creeks, bays, groundwaters, and tourism the Great Barrier Reef. • maintaining the natural water cycle, ecological health and a healthy The health of the Great Barrier Reef drinking water supply. is being affected by climate change and urban and rural run-off. Planning This means that the planning, design, and development in Great Barrier construction and operation of Reef catchments needs to manage the development should be conducted in a quality of water entering the Great way that protects environmental values, Barrier Reef lagoon. This will help to and maintains or enhances water quality. protect the outstanding universal value of the Great Barrier Reef.

page 44 State interest – water quality Part E The environmental values and quality of Queensland waters are protected and enhanced. State interest policies and assessment benchmarks

All of the following state interest (3) Development is located, designed, (5) At the post-construction phase, policies must be appropriately constructed and operated to avoid development: integrated in planning and development or minimise adverse impacts on (a) outcomes, where relevant. environmental values of receiving achieves the applicable waters arising from: stormwater management design (1) Development facilitates the objectives on-site, as identified protection or enhancement of (a) altered stormwater quality and in table B (appendix 2); or environmental values and the hydrology (b) achieves an alternative locally achievement of water quality (b) waste water (other than appropriate solution off-site objectives for Queensland waters. contaminated stormwater and that achieves an equivalent (2) Land zoned for urban purposes sewage) or improved water quality is located in areas that avoid or (c) the creation or expansion of outcome to the relevant minimise the disturbance to: non-tidal artificial waterways stormwater management design objectives in table B (d) the release and mobilisation of (a) high risk soils (appendix 2). nutrients and sediments. (b) high ecological value aquatic (6) Development in water resource (4) At the construction phase, ecosystems catchments and water supply development achieves the buffer areas avoids potential (c) groundwater dependent applicable stormwater adverse impacts on surface ecosystems management design objectives in waters and groundwaters to (d) natural drainage lines and table A (appendix 2). protect drinking water supply landform features. environmental values. Environment and heritage

Tourism & Events Queensland State Planning Policy page 45 Assessment benchmarks – water quality These performance outcomes apply to the following development applications, to the extent the SPP has not been identified in a local planning instrument as being appropriately integrated.

For receiving waters, a development For water supply buffer areas, a The following requirements are application for: development application: assessment benchmarks for the development: (1) a material change of use for an (4) located wholly outside an urban urban purpose that involves area and relating to premises that (1) Development is located, designed, premises 2500 metres2 or greater is within, or partly within, a water constructed and operated to avoid in size and; supply buffer area, that involves: or minimise adverse impacts on environmental values arising from: (a) will result in six or more (a) a material change of use dwellings; or for the intensive animal (a) altered stormwater quality (b) will result in an impervious industry, medium and and hydrology area greater than 25 per cent high-impact industry, noxious (b) waste water and hazardous industry, of the net developable area; or (c) the creation or expansion of extractive industry, utility non-tidal artificial waterways (2) reconfiguring a lot for an urban installation that involves purpose that involves premises sewerage services, drainage (d) the release and mobilisation 2 2500 metres or greater in size and or stormwater services, waste of nutrients and sediments. will result in six or more lots; or management facilities, or (2) Development achieves (3) operational works for an urban motor sport facility; or the applicable stormwater purpose that involves disturbing a (b) reconfiguring a lot to create management design objectives land area 2500 metres2 or greater five or more additional lots if outlined in tables A and B in size. any resultant lot is less than (appendix 2) 16 hectares in size, and any of (3) Development in a water supply the lots created will rely on buffer area avoids adverse on-site wastewater treatment. impacts on drinking water supply environmental values.

Further information in relation to these requirements is detailed in the water quality guidance material.

page 46 Planning for safety and resilience to hazards Part E An effective planning system Similarly, hazardous human activities Planning for safety and resilience to plays a critical role in keeping (such as the use and storage of hazards will enable positive responses chemicals and certain types of industrial to challenges and change. By using State interest policies and assessment benchmarks communities safe. Careful development) can pose a risk to people, an evidence-based risk management planning can ensure that the and the built and natural environment. approach, planning can help ensure potential impacts of hazards They may also be a nuisance to the the continued wellbeing of people, the caused by extreme weather community, where they result in protection of property, infrastructure air, noise and other emissions, and and the environment, and encourage events, natural processes, contaminated land. The disturbance economic development. and the result of human activities of acid sulfate soils also needs to be are avoided or minimised. minimised to reduce risks posed to the The state interests in safety natural and built environments from the and resilience to hazards Natural hazards, which include flooding, release of acid and metal contaminants. • Emissions and hazardous activities. landslide, bushfire, coastal erosion and storm tide inundation, can cause • Natural hazards, risk and resilience. loss of life, and damage to property, infrastructure and the environment. These are often unpredictable in nature but can be planned for, up to a defined likelihood. The consideration of climate change projections is integral when planning for natural hazards. Safety and resilience to hazards

State Planning Policy page 47 Emissions and hazardous activities

Why are emissions and Certain developments need to be While of a different nature, acid sulfate hazardous activities of planned and effectively managed to soils have the potential to create interest to the state? avoid or minimise any potential adverse significant adverse impacts on the impacts from emissions and hazardous natural and built environments, Protecting the health, safety, and activities. This can be achieved by: and human health. amenity of communities and the environment is a fundamental • locating the development or activity The disturbance of acid sulfate role of land use planning. away from incompatible land uses soils may lead to the release of acid (including sensitive land uses) and and metal contaminants into the Some activities have the potential to where practical, incorporating any environment which can effect: cause nuisance to communities and required buffers within the site of other sensitive land uses through • the ecology of wetlands and the development environmental emissions such shallow freshwater and brackish as air, odour and noise pollution. • ensuring development for an aquifer systems These activities include industrial incompatible use does not encroach • commercial and recreational fisheries development, certain types of on land that is affected by the adverse and agricultural crop productivity infrastructure and major sport, impacts of hazardous and hard-to- recreation and entertainment facilities. locate land uses • corrosion rates of concrete and steel infrastructure • designing incompatible Other developments, such as those that developments to avoid or mitigate • human health e.g. by causing involve hazardous materials, can pose any potential impacts. dermatitis and eye irritation. an even greater risk to the health and safety of communities and individuals, The disturbance of acid sulfate soils and the natural and built environment. should be avoided where possible or otherwise mitigated.

Tourism & Events Queensland page 48 State interest – emissions and Part E hazardous activities State interest policies and assessment benchmarks Community health and safety, and the natural and built environment, are protected from potential adverse impacts of emissions and hazardous activities. The operation of appropriately established industrial development, major infrastructure, and sport and recreation activities is ensured.

All of the following state interest (a) former mining activities and Mitigation of adverse impacts from policies must be appropriately related hazards (e.g. disused emissions and hazardous activities: integrated in planning and development underground mines, tunnels outcomes, where relevant. and shafts) (6) Development that is incompatible with the existing and approved (b) former landfill and refuse sites Protection from emissions and land uses or areas included in hazardous activities: (c) contaminated land. policy 5 above, is located to avoid adverse impacts of environmental (1) Industrial development, major gas, Protection of industrial development, emissions, or health and safety waste and sewerage infrastructure, major infrastructure, and sport risks, and where the impacts and sport and recreation activities and recreation facilities from cannot be practicably avoided, are located, designed and managed encroachment: development is designed to to avoid or mitigate adverse impacts minimise the impacts. of emissions on sensitive land uses (5) Protect the following existing and approved land uses or areas from and the natural environment. Acid sulfate soil affected areas: encroachment by development (2) Activities involving the use, that would compromise the ability (7) Protect the natural and built storage and disposal of hazardous of the land use to function safely environment, and human health materials and prescribed and effectively: from potential adverse impacts hazardous chemicals, dangerous of acid sulfate soils by: goods, and flammable or (a) Medium-impact, high-impact and special industries. combustible substances are (a) identifying areas with high located and managed to minimise (b) Extractive industries. probability of containing acid sulfate soils the health and safety risks to (c) Hazardous chemical facilities. communities and individuals. (b) providing preference to land (d) Explosives facilities and uses that will avoid, or where (3) Prescribed hazardous chemicals, explosives reserves. avoidance is not practicable, stored in a flood hazard area (where (e) High pressure gas pipelines. minimise the disturbance of Safety and resilience to hazards exceeding the hazardous chemicals (f) Waste management facilities. acid sulfate soils flood hazard threshold), are located to minimise the risk of inundation (g) Sewage treatment plants. (c) including requirements for managing the disturbance of and dispersion. (h) Industrial land in a state acid sulfate soils to avoid or development area, or an (4) Sensitive land uses are protected minimise the mobilisation enterprise opportunity area or from the impacts of previous and release of acid, iron or employment opportunity area activities that may cause risk to other contaminants. identified in a regional plan. people or property including: (i) Major sport, recreation and entertainment facilities. (j) Shooting facilities. (k) Motor sport facilities.

State Planning Policy page 49 Natural hazards, risk and resilience

Why are natural hazards, risk The effects of climate change are The key to achieving these outcomes is and resilience of interest to projected to impact on the extent, an integrated, evidence-based process the state? frequency and intensity of natural that enables local government and hazards. For example, projected sea the community to plan for their local A natural hazard is a naturally occurring level rises will increase the extent of circumstances, and that contributes event that may cause harm to people, coastal hazards, progressively cause to achieving a safer and more damage to property and infrastructure, the permanent inundation of low lying resilient Queensland. and impact our economy and the land and extend the risk of storm tide environment. Taking appropriate Land use planning provisions are inundation to new areas. Similarly, account of the potential impacts of one component of an integrated increased temperatures will increase natural hazards through effective disaster management strategy. the likelihood, intensity, and extent of land use planning and development Other risk management strategies areas affected by bushfires, lengthen fire decisions can significantly reduce the include building controls, mitigating seasons and reduce the opportunity for likelihood and severity of impacts infrastructure, early warning systems, hazard reduction between fire seasons. of certain natural hazards including community education and awareness, flood, bushfire, landslide, storm tide The state’s interest in natural hazards, and disaster management. inundation and coastal erosion. risk and resilience seeks to ensure natural hazards are properly considered The financial, social and human costs in all levels of the planning system. This placed on all levels of government, includes avoiding or mitigating the risks industry and the community, to respond associated with natural hazards to an to and recover from natural disasters, acceptable or tolerable level, increasing justifies the restriction of development community resilience, and decreasing in vulnerable areas. There is a shared the burden for emergency management. responsibility to manage the impact these natural hazards may have on people, property, the economy, the environment and infrastructure.

page 50 State interest – natural hazards, Part E risk and resilience State interest policies and assessment benchmarks The risks associated with natural hazards, including the projected impacts of climate change, are avoided or mitigated to protect people and property and enhance the community’s resilience to natural hazards.

All of the following state interest development mitigates the risks existing buildings and structures5, policies must be appropriately to people and property to an and all of the following apply: integrated in planning and development acceptable or tolerable level. (a) The building or structure outcomes, where relevant. (5) Development in natural hazard areas: cannot reasonably be (1) Natural hazard areas are (a) supports, and does not hinder relocated or abandoned. identified, including: disaster management capacity (b) Any erosion control structure (a) bushfire prone areas and capabilities is located as far landward (b) flood hazard areas (b) directly, indirectly and as practicable and on the lot containing the property to the (c) landslide hazard areas cumulatively avoids an increase in the exposure or severity maximum extent reasonable. (d) storm tide inundation areas of the natural hazard and the (c) Any increase in coastal hazard (e) erosion prone areas. potential for damage on the site risk for adjacent areas from or to other properties the coastal protection work (2) A fit-for-purpose risk assessment is is mitigated. undertaken to identify and achieve (c) avoids risks to public safety an acceptable or tolerable level and the environment from Erosion prone areas within a coastal of risk for personal safety and the location of the storage of management district: property in natural hazard areas. hazardous materials and the (8) Development does not occur unless release of these materials as the development cannot feasibly be Bushfire, flood, landslide, storm tide a result of a natural hazard inundation, and erosion prone areas: located elsewhere and is: (d) maintains or enhances (a) coastal-dependent (3) Land in an erosion prone area is the protective function of development; or not to be used for urban purposes, landforms and vegetation that unless the land is located in: can mitigate risks associated (b) temporary, readily relocatable or able to be abandoned (a) an urban area in a planning with the natural hazard. development; or scheme; or (6) Community infrastructure is (c) essential community (b) an urban footprint identified in located and designed to maintain Safety and resilience to hazards infrastructure; or a regional plan. the required level of functionality during and immediately after a (d) minor redevelopment6 of an (4) Development in bushfire, flood, natural hazard event. existing permanent building landslide, storm tide inundation or or structure that cannot be erosion prone natural hazard areas: (7) Coastal protection work in an relocated or abandoned. erosion prone area is undertaken (a) avoids the natural hazard only as a last resort where coastal area; or (9) Development permitted in policy erosion or inundation presents an 8 above, mitigates the risks (b) where it is not possible to imminent threat to public safety or to people and property to an avoid the natural hazard area, acceptable or tolerable level.

5 Note: The monetary value of an existing building or structure should be more than the cost of associated coastal protection works. 6 Note: Minor redevelopment in an erosion prone area in a coastal management district, includes replacing an existing permanent building/structure with a building/structure that is the same, or substantially the same, in location and size, and monetary value of the existing building or structure is more than the cost of the associated coastal protection works. Examples of minor redevelopment may include adding less than 50 metres2 to an existing building footprint, or an additional storey to a single storey building. State Planning Policy page 51 Assessment benchmarks – natural hazards, risk and resilience These performance outcomes apply to the following development applications, to the extent the SPP has not been identified in a local planning instrument as being appropriately integrated.

A development application (d) minor redevelopment9 of an (5) Development directly, indirectly for a material change of use, existing permanent building and cumulatively avoids an reconfiguration of a lot or or structure that cannot be increase in the severity of the operational works on premises relocated or abandoned. natural hazard and the potential in any of the following: (2) Development permitted in for damage on the site or to other properties. (1) bushfire prone areas (1) above, mitigates the risks to people and property to an (2) flood hazard areas (6) Risks to public safety and the acceptable or tolerable level. environment from the location (3) landslide hazard areas Bushfire, flood, landslide, storm of hazardous materials and the (4) storm tide inundation areas tide inundation, and erosion release of these materials as (5) erosion prone area.7 prone areas outside the coastal a result of a natural hazard management district: are avoided. All of the following requirements are assessment benchmarks for (3) Development other than that (7) The natural processes and the the development: assessed against (1) above, avoids protective function of landforms natural hazard areas, or where and the vegetation that can Erosion prone areas within a coastal it is not possible to avoid the mitigate risks associated with management district8: natural hazard area, development the natural hazard are maintained or enhanced. (1) Development does not occur in an mitigates the risks to people erosion prone area within a coastal and property to an acceptable or Further information in relation to management district unless the tolerable level. these requirements is detailed in the development cannot feasibly be All natural hazard areas: natural hazards, risk and resilience located elsewhere and is: guidance material. (4) Development supports and does (a) coastal-dependent not hinder disaster management development; or response or recovery capacity (b) temporary, readily relocatable and capabilities. or able to be abandoned development; or (c) essential community infrastructure; or

7 Note: There are specific assessment benchmarks which apply for erosion prone areas in the coastal management district, separate to other natural hazards. 8 Note: These assessment benchmarks apply only where the chief executive is not identified as a referral agency under the Planning Regulation 2017. 9 Note: see footnote 6

page 52 Planning for infrastructure Part E State and local government and It drives economic growth by supporting Effective planning will ensure: productive and successful industries the private sector plan, deliver • infrastructure is appropriately and businesses that are important to designed and located (including State interest policies and assessment benchmarks and facilitate a wide range of the state. Infrastructure represents considering the projected impacts of infrastructure for transport, a significant physical resource in climate change) energy, water, roads, airports, Queensland and requires careful ports and public utilities. planning and development. • innovative solutions are used to support the needs of development This infrastructure drives our Accordingly, the State Infrastructure • existing infrastructure is well used economy and provides essential Plan (SIP) sets the priorities for services and facilities to infrastructure delivery within • areas required for future Queensland. The SIP considers the infrastructure are preserved. communities across the state. state’s future infrastructure needs and The state interests in This infrastructure also plays a provision of infrastructure in a timely, infrastructure fundamental role in creating and sensible and cost-effective way. sustaining our built environment and The SIP will help to coordinate • Energy and water supply. infrastructure across government providing for growth in our cities, • Infrastructure integration. towns, villages and rural areas. and align national, state, regional Infrastructure influences urban form, and local infrastructure planning. • Transport infrastructure. access to employment and services, • Strategic airports and community connectivity and aviation facilities. recreational opportunities. • Strategic ports. Infrastructure

Tourism & Events Queensland State Planning Policy page 53 Tourism & Events Queensland

Energy and water supply

Why is energy and water supply Queensland’s largest source of The planning system plays an important of interest to the state? greenhouse gas emissions comes from role in supporting the timely, safe, energy generation. Planning has an cost-effective, energy efficient and Providing safe, reliable and affordable important role in reducing emissions by reliable provision and operation of energy and water supply is vital to enabling the development and supply of this infrastructure, and ensuring the meeting the basic needs of communities renewable energy opportunities at the location of future infrastructure is and to ensuring a liveable, sustainable regional, local and individual scale. resilient to the projected impacts of and prosperous Queensland. There climate change. are also opportunities to minimise The state’s network of high-voltage greenhouse gas emissions through electricity and bulk water supply Local planning can contribute to enabling the development and infrastructure provides the backbone reducing the cost of providing these supply of renewable energy. of the energy and water supply system, essential services by recognising and moving electricity and water resources protecting existing and approved future from generators and storage sites to supply infrastructure corridors and the areas in which they are consumed. associated facilities.

State interest – energy and water supply The timely, safe, affordable and reliable provision and operation of electricity and water supply infrastructure is supported and renewable energy development is enabled.

All of the following state interest (2) Major electricity infrastructure and (4) The development and supply of policies must be appropriately bulk water supply infrastructure renewable energy at the regional, integrated in planning and development such as pump stations, water local and individual scale is enabled outcomes, where relevant. quality facilities and electricity in appropriate locations. substations, are protected from (1) Existing and approved future major encroachment by sensitive land electricity infrastructure locations uses where practicable. and corridors (including easements and electricity substations), and (3) Development of major electricity bulk water supply infrastructure infrastructure and bulk water locations and corridors (including supply infrastructure avoids or easements) are protected otherwise minimises adverse from development that would impacts on surrounding land uses compromise the corridor integrity, and the natural environment. and the efficient delivery and functioning of the infrastructure.

page 54 Infrastructure integration Part E

Why is infrastructure integration There are major differences between Local land use planning that is aligned of interest to the state? South East Queensland (SEQ) and and supportive of the effective and regional Queensland including efficient use of both existing and The availability, location and quality State interest policies and assessment benchmarks population density, distribution of planned infrastructure is necessary of infrastructure, shapes and responds expected population growth, and to ensure the benefits arising from to settlement patterns, urban form climatic variations. Therefore, SEQ and infrastructure investment are and built form. This influences how regional Queensland face different maximised and benefits are shared. we live and work in our cities, towns challenges, and the way land use and and regions by enabling economic Land use planning decisions need to infrastructure planning is integrated and social activity. adequately consider the availability of varies accordingly. existing infrastructure and any impacts The state recognises that land use Building new infrastructure or on it, along with potential costs and planning and infrastructure planning augmenting existing infrastructure locations for infrastructure to service are intertwined and that land use is not always the best solution, future needs. decisions are central to maximising particularly where there are competing desired community outcomes, and the Strategic planning facilitates the priorities for limited funds. Improved economic and environmental benefits infrastructure we need to support new coordination of land use and afforded by infrastructure. and existing communities, while also infrastructure decision making, across helping industries and regions respond The decentralised nature of Queensland all levels of government and the private to change, such as technological provides challenges in planning and sector, can assist in making the best advancement and the emergence of a delivering infrastructure and services. use of existing infrastructure, while knowledge economy. maximising the social, environmental and economic benefits of investment in future infrastructure. Infrastructure

Tourism & Events Queensland State Planning Policy page 55 State interest – infrastructure integration The benefits of past and ongoing investment in infrastructure and facilities are maximised through integrated land use planning.

All of the following state interest (b) realise multiple economic, (3) Development occurs: policies must be appropriately social and environmental (a) in areas currently serviced integrated in planning and development benefits from infrastructure by state and/or local outcomes, where relevant. investment infrastructure and associated (1) The outcomes of significant (c) ensure consideration of future services; or infrastructure plans and initiatives infrastructure needed to (b) in a logical and orderly location, by all levels of government are support infill and greenfield form and sequence to enable considered and reflected, growth areas the cost effective delivery of where relevant. (d) optimise the location of state and local infrastructure to future infrastructure within service development. (2) Development achieves a high communities to provide (4) Existing and planned infrastructure level of integration with greater access to facilities infrastructure planning to: is protected from development and services and enable that would compromise the ability (a) promote the most efficient, productivity improvements. of infrastructure and associated effective and flexible use services to operate safely of existing and planned and efficiently. infrastructure

page 56 Transport infrastructure Part E

Why is transport infrastructure Planning for development must consider Transport infrastructure generates of interest to the state? the location of existing infrastructure as environmental emissions such as well as access, design features, safety noise, vibration, air particulates, and Economic and social development State interest policies and assessment benchmarks requirements, and current and future light. These emissions can adversely in Queensland depends on a system operating conditions. In addition, the impact the health, wellbeing and quality of transport infrastructure that is increased infrastructure demand and of life of surrounding communities if safe, structurally sound, and reliable. maintenance requirements that development is not designed or managed Transport infrastructure provides access may result from a development must appropriately. Transport agencies, to employment, social services and be considered. planning authorities and developers recreational opportunities, shapes land each have a role in ensuring community use patterns and drives economic growth Development can also affect the exposure to environmental emissions by supporting productive and successful performance of the whole transport generated by transport infrastructure is businesses and industries. network by impacting on the safe and reduced to acceptable levels. efficient movement of people and Development can affect the safety and goods across the network. Therefore, Emerging global trends – including the structural and operational integrity of development must be integrated with internet of things, vehicle automation, state transport infrastructure if it is state transport infrastructure to ensure big data, and smart cities – are expected not appropriately located, designed, transport networks are used safely, to play a critical role in evolving transport constructed and maintained. efficiently and sustainably, and our use, in addition to enabling smarter and communities are connected, cleaner transport and the delivery of prosperous and liveable. transport infrastructure.

State interest – transport infrastructure The safe and efficient movement of people and goods is enabled, and land use patterns that encourage sustainable transport are supported.

All of the following state interest location, form and sequence to (5) A road hierarchy is identified that policies must be appropriately enable cost-effective delivery of reflects the role of each category integrated in planning and new transport infrastructure to of road and effectively manages development outcomes, service development. all types of traffic. where relevant. (3) Development achieves a high State transport infrastructure: Infrastructure All transport infrastructure: level of integration with transport (6) infrastructure and supports public Development in areas surrounding (1) Transport infrastructure and passenger transport and active state transport infrastructure, and existing and future transport transport as attractive alternatives existing and future state transport corridors are reflected and to private transport. corridors, is compatible with, or supported through compatible support the most efficient use of, the land uses. (4) Development is located and infrastructure and transport network. designed to mitigate adverse (2) Development is located in areas impacts on development from (7) The safety and efficiency of currently serviced by transport environmental emissions generated existing and future state transport infrastructure, and where this by transport infrastructure. infrastructure, corridors, and cannot be achieved, development networks is not adversely affected is facilitated in a logical and orderly by development.

State Planning Policy page 57 Strategic airports and aviation facilities

Why are strategic airports and The continued growth and development The strategic airports and aviation aviation facilities of interest of Queensland’s aviation industry facilities, to which the SPP applies, to the state? is dependent on access to strategic are essential elements of the national airports. Strategic airports are and state air transport network and Strategic airports and aviation facilities also a vital part of Queensland’s the national defence system. Ensuring play a key role in facilitating economic passenger transport infrastructure development does not impact on the growth in Queensland. All sectors of network, ensuring communities can safe and efficient operation of these the Queensland economy, including access employment and recreation facilities will support continued growth tourism, trade, logistics, business, opportunities, and vital services of the state’s economy, regional and extractive industries rely on the such as health and welfare. Military communities and national defence. safe and efficient movement of people airfields are an integral part of the and freight through strategic airports. national defence system, support emergency service activities, and make significant contributions to surrounding regional economies.

State interest – strategic airports and aviation facilities The operation of strategic airports and aviation facilities is protected, and the growth and development of Queensland’s aviation industry is supported.

Where does the state interest apply?

The state interest applies to all local government areas that contain or are impacted by a strategic airport identified in table 2: strategic airports or an aviation facility identified in appendix 2 of the strategic airports and aviation facilities guidance material.

page 58 Tourism & Events Queensland Table 2: Strategic airports Part E

Strategic airport Local government area Other local government areas impacted

Archerfield Brisbane City Council Ipswich City Council State interest policies and assessment benchmarks Logan City Council Army Aviation Centre Oakey Toowoomba Regional Council Brisbane Brisbane City Council Redland City Council Moreton Bay Regional Council Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport Toowoomba Regional Council Bundaberg Bundaberg Regional Council Cairns Cairns Regional Council Mareeba Shire Council Yarrabah Aboriginal Shire Council Emerald Central Highlands Regional Council Gladstone Gladstone Regional Council Gold Coast/Coolangatta Gold Coast City Council Hamilton Island Whitsunday Regional Council Mackay Regional Council Hervey Bay Fraser Coast Regional Council Horn Island Torres Shire Council Longreach Longreach Regional Council Mackay Mackay Regional Council Mareeba Mareeba Shire Council Tablelands Regional Council Moranbah Isaac Regional Council Mount Isa Mount Isa City Council Northern Peninsula Torres Shire Council Northern Peninsula Area Regional Council Cook Shire Council RAAF Base Amberley Ipswich City Council Scenic Rim Regional Council Somerset Regional Council Brisbane City Council RAAF Base Scherger Cook Shire Council Arukun Shire Council Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council

Rockhampton Rockhampton Regional Council Livingstone Shire Council Infrastructure Roma Maranoa Regional Council Sunshine Coast Sunshine Coast Regional Council Noosa Shire Council Townsville Airport/ Townsville City Council RAAF Base Townsville Weipa Weipa Town Authority Cook Shire Council Arukun Shire Council Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council Whitsunday Coast Airport Whitsunday Regional Council Mackay Regional Council –Proserpine

State Planning Policy page 59 All of the following state interest Development and associated (3) Development complements the policies must be appropriately activities: role of a strategic airport as an integrated in planning and development economic, freight and logistics (a) do not create incompatible outcomes, where relevant. hub, and enhances the economic intrusions, or compromise opportunities that are available in (1) Strategic airports and aviation aircraft safety, in operational proximity to a strategic airport. facilities are identified, including airspace the associated Australian Noise (b) avoid increasing risk to public (4) Aviation facilities are protected Exposure Forecast (ANEF) safety in a public safety area by avoiding development and contours, obstacle limitation associated activities within (c) are compatible with forecast surfaces or height restriction building restricted areas that levels of aircraft noise within zones, public safety areas, may affect the functioning of the the 20 ANEF contour or greater lighting area buffers, light aviation facilities. [as defined by Australian restriction zones, wildlife hazard Standard 2021–2015: (5) Key transport corridors buffer zones, and building Acoustics—Aircraft noise (passenger and freight) linking restricted areas. intrusion—Building siting strategic airports to the broader (2) The safety, efficiency and and construction (AS 2021), transport network are identified operational integrity of strategic adopted 12 February 2015] and and protected. airports are protected. mitigate adverse impacts of aircraft noise.

page 60 Tourism & Events Queensland Part E Assessment benchmarks – strategic airports and aviation facilities These performance outcomes apply to the following development applications, to the extent the SPP has not been identified in a local planning instrument as being appropriately integrated. State interest policies and assessment benchmarks

A development application for: (8) building work not associated with (2) Development and associated a material change of use where any activities do not include light (1) a material change of use of part of the premises is within the sources or reflective surfaces that premises that will result in a light restriction zone or lighting could distract or confuse pilots building, structure or associated area buffer of a strategic airport; or within a light restriction zone or activity intruding into the lighting area buffer. operational airspace of a strategic (9) building work not associated with airport; or a material change of use that will (3) Emissions do not significantly result in a building, structure or increase air turbulence, reduce (2) a material change of use of associated activity intruding into visibility or compromise the premises where any part of the building restricted area of an operation of aircraft engines in the premises is within the light aviation facility; or a strategic airport’s operational restriction zone or lighting area airspace. buffer of a strategic airport; or (10) operational work not associated with a material change of use where (4) Development and associated (3) a material change of use of the work or associated activity activities do not attract wildlife or premises where any part of the will intrude into the operational increase wildlife hazards within a premises is within a wildlife hazard airspace of a strategic airport; or wildlife hazard buffer zone. buffer zone of a strategic airport; or (11) operational work not associated (5) Development and associated (4) a material change of use of with a material change of use where activities within a building premises or reconfiguration of a any part of the premises is within restricted area do not interfere with lot where any part of the premises the light restriction zone or lighting the function of aviation facilities. is within a public safety area of a area buffer of a strategic airport; or strategic airport; or (6) Development does not increase the (12) operational work not associated risk to public safety within a public (5) a material change of use of with a material change of use where safety area. premises or reconfiguration of a the work or associated activity will lot where any part of the premises intrude into the building restricted (7) Development within the 20 ANEF is within the 20 ANEF contour or area of an aviation facility. contour or greater is appropriately greater for a strategic airport; or located and designed to prevent

All of the following requirements are adverse impacts from aircraft noise. Infrastructure (6) a material change of use of assessment benchmarks: premises that will result in a Further information in relation to building, structure or associated (1) Development and associated these requirements is detailed in activity intruding into the building activities do not create a permanent the strategic airports and aviation restricted area of an aviation or temporary physical or transient facilities guidance material. facility; or intrusion into a strategic airport’s operational airspace, unless the (7) building work not associated with intrusion is approved in accordance a material change of use, that with the relevant federal legislation. will result in a building, structure or associated activity intruding into the operational airspace of a strategic airport; or

State Planning Policy page 61 Strategic ports

Why are strategic ports of Queensland’s ports also form an The Port of Abbot Point, Port of interest to the state? important part of the national Gladstone, Ports of Hay Point and defence system, providing Mackay, and the Port of Townsville Queensland’s ports are a major necessary infrastructure to ensure are identified in the Sustainable Ports component of both the national and Australia’s defence force is able to Development Act 2015 as priority state supply chain. They provide a operate effectively and efficiently ports, which provides a strategic and vital connection to global markets, in protecting and advancing coordinated approach to managing facilitating the import and export of Australia’s strategic interests. port-related development in and goods and materials that are integral adjacent to the Great Barrier Reef to the Queensland economy and Ensuring development does not impact World Heritage Area and economic, our quality of life. In recent years, on the safe and efficient operation of environmental, cultural and social Queensland’s strategic ports have Queensland’s ports will also support values for priority ports. These ports annually handled more than 300 million continued growth of the state’s economy will be subject to additional priority tonnes of goods and materials such as and Australia’s national defence system. port master planning and overlays coal, mineral ore, petroleum products, It is also important to ensure that port which should be considered in local general cargo (cars, household operations do not result in unintended plan making as they are developed. appliances, clothing, building social and environmental impacts on materials), and food. communities close to ports.

State interest – strategic ports The operation of strategic ports and priority ports is protected and their growth and development is supported.

Where does the state interest apply?

The state interest applies to all local government areas that contain or are impacted by a strategic port or a priority port identified under the Sustainable Ports Development Act 2015. Strategic ports are identified in table 3.

page 62 Table 3: Strategic ports (priority ports marked*) Part E

Strategic port Local government area Other local government areas impacted

Abbot Point* Whitsunday Regional Council State interest policies and assessment benchmarks

Brisbane Brisbane City Council Moreton Bay Regional Council Redland City Council

Bundaberg Bundaberg Regional Council

Cairns Cairns Regional Council

Cape Flattery Hope Vale Aboriginal Shire Council

Gladstone* Gladstone Regional Council

Hay Point* Mackay Regional Council

Karumba Carpentaria Shire Council

Lucinda Hinchinbrook Shire Council

Mackay* Mackay Regional Council

Mourilyan Cassowary Coast Regional Council

Rockhampton (Port Alma) Rockhampton Regional Council Gladstone Regional Council

Thursday Island Torres Shire Council

Townsville* Townsville City Council

Weipa Weipa Town Authority Aurukun Shire Council Cook Shire Council Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council

All of the following state interest (3) Strategic ports are protected from (6) Statutory land use plans for policies must be appropriately development that may adversely strategic ports and the findings integrated in planning and affect the safety, viability or of planning and environmental development outcomes, efficiency of existing and future investigations undertaken where relevant. port operations. in relation to strategic ports are considered. All strategic ports: (4) Development is located and designed to mitigate adverse Priority ports: Infrastructure (1) Strategic ports, and associated impacts on the development (7) For priority ports, development strategic port land and core port from environmental emissions is also consistent with the land, are identified. generated by port operations. requirements of priority port (2) Development complements the (5) Key transport corridors master plans and priority port role of a strategic port as an (including freight corridors) overlays as these are approved economic, freight and logistics linking strategic ports to the under the Sustainable Ports hub, and enhances the economic broader transport network are Development Act 2015. opportunities that are available identified and protected. in proximity to a strategic port.

State Planning Policy page 63 Part F Glossary

Abbreviations

ADG Australian dangerous goods

AEP Annual exceedance probability

ALC Agricultural land classification

ANEF Australian Noise Exposure Forecast

ARI Average recurrence interval

ASS Acid sulfate soils

DEHP Department of Environment and Heritage Protection

DILGP Department of Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning

IAA Important agricultural area

IMS Interactive Mapping System

KRA Key resource area

MLES Matters of local environmental significance

MNES Matters of national environmental significance

MSES Matters of state environmental significance

SARA State Assessment Referral Agency

SDAP State Development Assessment Provisions

SEQ South East Queensland

SIP State Infrastructure Plan

SPP State Planning Policy

TLPI Temporary Local Planning Instrument

page 64 Part F Glossary

Glossary Terms used in the SPP are defined in the glossary. Where a term is not defined, it has the meaning given in the Planning Act 2016 or the Planning Regulation 2017.

Aboriginal cultural heritage see the Cairns Regional Mornington Shire Livingstone Shire Yarrabah Shire Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act 2003, Council Council Council Council section 8. Carpentaria Shire Napranum Wujal Wujal Acid sulfate soil means soil or sediment Council Aboriginal Shire Aboriginal Shire Council Council containing highly acidic soil horizons or Cassowary Coast Noosa Shire layers affected by the oxidation of iron Active transport corridor means land Regional Council Council sulfides (actual acid sulfate soil) and/or identified in a guideline made under Cook Shire Northern soil or sediment containing iron sulfides the Transport Planning and Coordination Council Peninsula Area or other sulfidic material that has Act 1994, section 8E, for active Regional Council not been exposed to air and oxidised transport infrastructure. (potential acid sulfate soil). Doomadgee Pormpuraaw Aboriginal Shire Aboriginal Shire Affordable housing see the Planning Note: The term acid sulfate soil Council Council Regulation 2017. generally includes both actual and Douglas Shire Redland City Affordable living means the total cost potential acid sulfate soil. Actual and Council Council potential acid sulfate soil is often found of living, including the dwelling cost or Fraser Coast Rockhampton in the same soil profile, with actual cost of renting a dwelling in addition to, Regional Council Regional Council acid sulfate soil generally overlying the costs of living, including accessing Gladstone Palm Island potential acid sulfate soil horizons. employment, services, open space, Regional Council Aboriginal Shire family and friends. Acid sulfate soil affected area means Council an area where acid sulfate soils are City of Gold Coast Sunshine Coast Agriculture means the growing, present or may be present, and includes Regional Council production and harvesting of food, the following local government areas: Gympie Regional Torres Shire fish, fibre, timber and foliage, including Council Council but not limited to the following uses: Aurukun Shire Lockhart River Hinchinbrook Torres Strait animal husbandry, aquaculture, Council Aboriginal Shire Shire Council Island Regional cropping, fishing, intensive animal Council Council industries, intensive horticulture, Brisbane City Logan City Hope Vale Townsville City native forestry, plantation forestry, Council Council Aboriginal Shire Council production nursery, wholesale nursery, and other complementary Bundaberg Mackay Regional Council primary production activities. Regional Council Council Isaac Regional Weipa Town Burdekin Shire Mapoon Council Authority Council Council Aboriginal Shire Kowanyama Whitsunday Council Aboriginal Shire Regional Council Burke Shire Moreton Bay Council Council Regional Council State Planning Policy page 65 Agricultural Land Classification • reduce risks that chemical contaminants Busway transport infrastructure see (ALC) Class A and Class B land means pose to agricultural food production the Transport Infrastructure Act 1994, the land shown on the SPP IMS as systems and the environment schedule 6. Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) • ensure continued market access for Canal see the Coastal Protection and Class A and Class B or identified by a agricultural products Management Act 1995, schedule. local government in a local planning • maintain high standards for animal instrument as ALC Class A or Class B Caretaker’s accommodation see the care and keeping. land, based on a localised study. Planning Regulation 2017. Building restricted area means the Animal husbandry see the Planning Category B area see the Planning airspace surrounding an aviation Regulation 2017. Regulation 2017. facility within which development Artificial waterway see the Coastal (including activities associated with Category C area see the Planning Protection and Management Act 1995, the development) is restricted in Regulation 2017. section 8. order to protect the functioning of the aviation facility. Category R area see the Planning Australian Noise Exposure Forecast Regulation 2017. (ANEF) is a single number index that Bulk water supply infrastructure means predicts for a particular future event the following infrastructure shown on Coastal-dependent development means (usually 10 or 20 years ahead) the the SPP IMS: development that in order to function cumulative exposure to aircraft noise must be located in tidal waters or be likely to be experienced by communities • pump station facilities and able to access tidal water and: near airports during a specific time reservoir facilities (a) may include, but is not limited to: period (usually one year). • water treatment plants and water quality facilities (i) industrial and commercial Australian Noise Exposure Forecast facilities such as ports, public (ANEF) contour means the land shown • pipelines and channels marine development, harbours on the SPP IMS as: • bulk water storage infrastructure and navigation channels and • ANEF 20 – 25 contour • facilities for extracting groundwater. facilities, aquaculture involving marine species, desalination • ANEF 25 – 30 contour Bushfire prone area is land that is plants, tidal generators, coastal potentially affected by significant • ANEF 30 – 35 contour protection works, erosion bushfires, including vegetation likely control structures and beach • ANEF 35 – 40 contour to support a significant bushfire; nourishment; • ANEF 40 contour or greater. adjacent land that could be subject to impacts from a significant bushfire (ii) tourism facilities for marine Aviation facility means a (i.e. potential impact buffer) and is: (boating) purposes; communication, navigation or (iii) community facilities and surveillance facility as shown on the (a) identified by a local government sporting facilities which require SPP IMS as an aviation facility location. in a local planning instrument as access to tidal water in order a bushfire prone area, based on a Biosecurity means the protection of the to function, such as surf clubs, localised bushfire study, prepared economy, environment and public health marine rescue, rowing and by a suitably qualified person; or from negative impacts associated with sailing clubs; or pests, diseases and weeds, and involves (b) if the local government has not (iv) co-located residential and coordinated efforts to: identified bushfire prone areas tourist uses that are part of in a local planning instrument in • prevent, respond to, and recover from an integrated development accordance with (a) above, shown on pests and diseases that threaten the proposal (e.g. mixed use the SPP IMS as a bushfire prone area. economy and environment development) incorporating a Busway corridor see the Planning marina, if these uses are located Regulation 2017. directly land ward of the marina and appropriately protected from natural hazards; but page 66 (b) does not include: Coastal protection work means any Dangerous goods see the definition of permanent or periodic work undertaken dangerous goods in the Work Health Part F (i) residential development, primarily to manage the impacts and Safety Act 2011, schedule 1, part 1, including canal development, of coastal erosion or storm tide item 1(6). as the primary use; inundation, including altering physical Declared fish habitat area see the coastal processes such as sediment Glossary (ii) waste management facilities, Planning Regulation 2017. such as landfills, sewage transport. Coastal protection work treatment plants; or includes erosion control structures. Defined storm tide event (DSTE) means the event, measured in terms of likelihood (iii) transport infrastructure, other Coastal resources see the Coastal of reoccurrence, and associated than for access to the coast. Protection and Management Act 1995, section 12. inundation level adopted to manage the Coastal erosion means the loss of development of a particular area. land or the removal of beach or dune Complete communities means The DSTE is equivalent to a one in sediments by wave action, wind communities where residents have 100 year average recurrence interval action, tidal currents or water flows good access locally to a range storm event incorporating: or permanent inundation due to of everyday goods, services and sea-level rise. employment opportunities. (a) sea level rise; and

Coastal hazard see the Coastal Contaminant means one or more of the (b) an increase in cyclone intensity by Protection and Management Act 1995, prescribed water contaminants listed 10 per cent relative to maximum schedule. in schedule 9 of the Environmental potential intensity. Protection Regulation 2008. Coastal management district means a Defined storm tide event level means coastal management district under the Contaminated land see the the peak water level reached during a Coastal Protection and Management Act Environmental Protection Act 1994, defined storm tide event. 1995, other than an area declared under schedule 4 section 54(2) of that Act. Defining bank is the bank which Contaminated stormwater means confines the seasonal flows but may be Note: The coastal management district stormwater that contains a inundated by flooding from time to time. is shown on the SPP IMS. contaminant. This can be either:

Coastal processes mean the natural Core port land means ‘Brisbane core (a) the bank or terrace that confines the processes of the coast including: port land’ as defined in section 283K water before the point of flooding; or of the Transport Infrastructure Act 1994. (a) sediment transport to and along (b) where there is no bank the seasonal the coast Cropping see the Planning high water line which represents the Regulation 2017. point of flooding. (b) wind, waves, tides and currents which transfer energy to the coast Cultural heritage significance see Development plan for a petroleum and drive sediment transport the Planning Act 2016. lease, see the Petroleum and Gas (Production and Safety) Act 2004, (c) fluctuations in the location and Note: Cultural heritage significance is section 24. form of landforms and the foreshore embodied in the place itself: its fabric, and associated ecosystems from setting, use, associations, meanings, Dry land marina means a marina sediment transport (erosion and records, related places and related created by the excavation of land above land building) objects. For further information refer the high water mark. to the Queensland Heritage Act 1992 (d) changes in sea-level, ecological and The Burra Charter: The Australia Dwelling house see the Planning processes (including growth and ICOMOS Charter for Places of Cultural Regulation 2017. spread of native plants); and the Heritage Significance 2013. natural water cycle (for example Ecological sustainability see the coastal wetlands’ role in filtration Planning Act 2016, section 3. and flood mitigation).

State Planning Policy page 67 Emergency services see the Planning (d) hospitals and associated facilities Flammable or combustible substances Regulation 2017. (e) power stations and substations see the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011, section 53(2). Environmental emissions means (f) major switch yards emissions to the environment (g) communications facilities Flood hazard area means an area that is: considered to have the potential to (h) sewage treatment plants (a) identified by a local government in a cause nuisance, or have an adverse local planning instrument as a flood impact on health, community wellbeing (i) water treatment plants. hazard area, based on a localised and quality of life. The term includes Explosives facilities means a premises flood study that is prepared by a noise, air particulates and emissions, or place described in an explosives Registered Professional Engineer of vibrations, light, odour and electric and authority under the Explosives Act 1999 Queensland; or magnetic fields. where explosives are manufactured, (b) if a local government has not Environmental value see the stored, tested or disposed of. identified flood hazard areas in Environmental Protection Act 1994, Explosives reserve means a a local planning instrument in section 9. Government magazine as defined in accordance with (a) above, shown on Note: The Environmental Protection schedule 2 of the Explosives Act 1999. the SPP IMS as a flood hazard area. (Water) Policy 2009 states the Extractive industry see the Planning Note: Flood hazard areas referred environmental values of waters. Regulation 2017. to in (a) above are to be identified to Erosion control structure means a align with the climate change factors Extractive resources means natural structure designed to protect land or to for increased rainfall intensity in the deposits of sand, gravel, quarry permanently alter sediment transport Australian Rainfall and Runoff (AR&R) rock, clay and soil extracted from the processes and includes a structure such projections. The flood hazard areas earth’s crust and processed for use in as seawall or revetment (rock walls), shown on the SPP IMS are the Level construction. The term does not include groyne, artificial reef or breakwater. 1 – Queensland Floodplain Assessment a mineral under the Mineral Resources Overlay (QFAO) and do not include Act 1989, section 6. Erosion prone area see the Planning climate change projections. Regulation 2017. Fisheries resources see the Fisheries Future active transport corridor means Act 1994, schedule. Note: Erosion prone areas are land identified in a guideline made indicatively shown on the SPP IMS. Fit for purpose risk assessment means: under the Transport Planning and Erosion prone areas are identified in Coordination Act 1994, section 8E, accordance with the methodology set • for the purposes of making or for active transport infrastructure. out in the Coastal hazard technical amending a local planning scheme or guide, Department of Environment and temporary local planning instrument, Future busway corridor see the Planning Heritage Protection, 2013 and use the a risk assessment consistent with Regulation 2017. following factors to account for the AS/NZS ISO 31000:2009 Risk Future light rail corridor see the projected impacts of climate change Management undertaken by a Planning Regulation 2017. by the year 2100: suitably qualified person; or Future railway corridor see the Planning (a) a sea level rise factor of 0.8 metres • for the purposes of development assessment, a risk assessment Regulation 2017. (b) an increase in the maximum cyclone consistent with AS/NZS ISO Future state-controlled road see the intensity by 10 per cent. 31000:2009 Risk Management or Planning Regulation 2017. similar, undertaken by a suitably Essential community infrastructure qualified person. Future state-controlled transport tunnel includes: see the Planning Regulation 2017. (a) emergency services infrastructure (b) emergency shelters (c) police facilities page 68 Future state transport corridor means Hazardous material means a substance High ecological value water areas any of the following, as shown on the with potential to cause harm to means the areas identified in the Part F SPP IMS: persons, property or the environment Environmental Protection (Water) Policy because of one or more of the following: 2009, schedule 1. • future state-controlled road • the chemical properties of the Note: High ecological value water areas • future railway corridor Glossary substance are shown on the SPP IMS. • future busway corridor • the physical properties of the • future light rail corridor High pressure gas pipelines substance means pipelines to which the • future state-controlled • the biological properties of the Australian Standard AS 2885 transport tunnel substance. series of standards apply. • future active transport corridor. Heritage place means a site, area, land, Note: High pressure gas pipelines are Hazardous chemical facility see the landscape, feature, building or work indicatively shown on the SPP IMS. Planning Regulation 2017. (or group of buildings or works) that is of cultural heritage significance. High risk soils means areas with Note: Includes determined major A heritage place may include: erosive, dispersive, sodic, saline and/or hazard facilities. acid sulfate soils. • a local heritage place Hazardous chemicals flood hazard Home-based business see the Planning threshold means any of the following: • Queensland heritage place Regulation 2017. • national heritage place • a hazardous chemical listed in Important agricultural areas (IAAs) schedule 11 of the Work Health and • world heritage property. means an important agricultural Safety Regulation 2011 in a quantity Height restriction zone means the land area as identified in the Queensland that exceeds a threshold quantity shown on the SPP IIMS as any of the Agricultural Land Audit and shown in stated in column 5 of schedule 11 following: the SPP IMS as an IAA or identified by • a chemical classified as hazardous a local government in a local planning to the aquatic environment under • height restriction zone 0 metres instrument as an IAA, based on a the Australian Dangerous Goods • height restriction zone 7.5 metres localised study. (ADG) code in the Acute I or Chronic I • height restriction zone 15 metres Note: An IAA is defined in the category that exceeds 2500 litres • height restriction zone 45 metres Queensland Agricultural Land Audit as or kilograms an area that has all the requirements • height restriction zone 90 metres. • a chemical classified as hazardous for agriculture to be successful and to the aquatic environment under High ecological value aquatic sustainable, is part of a critical mass of the ADG code in the Chronic II ecosystems means the aquatic land with similar characteristics, and is category that exceeds 10,000 litres ecosystems (wetland or watercourse) strategically significant to the region or or kilograms within a high ecological value water area. the state. • a chemical classified as hazardous Note: Any wetland or watercourse Intensive animal industry see the to the aquatic environment under the within a high ecological value water Planning Regulation 2017. ADG code and assigned to Packing area is a high ecological value aquatic Group III that exceeds 10,000 litres Intensive horticulture see the ecosystem, regardless of whether or or kilograms Planning Regulation 2017. not, the wetland or watercourse is • a chemical classified as hazardous indicatively shown on the SPP IMS. to the aquatic environment under the Globally Harmonised System High ecological value waters see the of Classification and Labelling of Environmental Protection (Water) Chemicals that exceeds 10,000 litres Policy 2009, schedule 2. or kilograms.

State Planning Policy page 69 Key resource area (KRA) means an Local heritage area means an Marina means a jetty, mooring, pontoon identified location that contains area identified in a local planning or berth (including air docks), or a extractive resources of state or regional instrument within which at least two combination of these that can be significance as shown on the SPP IMS. heritage places are included and used to moor a ship. A KRA includes the following: may include other features such as Marine infrastructure means maritime buildings and structures, trees and infrastructure that is related to • the resource/processing area plantings, roads, public and private navigation, shipping and boating. • the separation area open spaces which have collective • the transport route cultural heritage significance to the Master plan see the Sustainable Ports local government area. Development Act 2015. • the transport route separation area. Note: Where a local heritage area Matters of environmental significance Landslide hazard area means an area is identified, the local planning means any of the following: that is: instrument must include a statement of (a) matters of local environmental (a) identified by a local government the local cultural heritage significance significance in a local planning instrument as a of the area, and outline the reasons for the local government’s identification of landslide hazard area, based on a (b) matters of state environmental the local heritage area. localised landslide study prepared significance by a suitably qualified person; or Local heritage place see the Planning (c) matters of national environmental Act 2016. (b) if the local government has not significance. identified landslide hazard areas Note: A local heritage place is not a in a local planning instrument in Matters of local environmental state heritage place (a place entered on accordance with (a) above; land significance (MLES) means natural the Queensland heritage register) as with a slope greater than or equal values and/or areas identified by a local defined under the Queensland Heritage to 15 per cent. government in a planning instrument Act 1992. as MLES that are not the same, or Lighting area buffer for a strategic Major electricity infrastructure see the substantially the same, as matters of airport, means the land shown on Planning Regulation 2017. national environmental significance the SPP IMS as the area within a six or matters of state environmental kilometre radius of the strategic Note: Major electricity infrastructure for significance. airport’s runway. the purpose of the SPP is indicatively shown on the SPP IMS and includes Note: A regional plan may identify Light rail transport infrastructure the following: natural values or areas for investigation see the Planning Regulation 2017. and refinement by local government for • major electricity infrastructure protection as MLES. Light rail corridor see the Planning (Powerlink) Regulation 2017. Matters of national environmental • electricity substation (Powerlink) significance (MNES) means the following Light restriction zone means the land • major electricity infrastructure matters protected under the Environment shown on the SPP IMS as any of the (Energex) Protection and Biodiversity Conservation following: • electricity substation (Energex) Act 1999, chapter 2, part 3: • light restriction zone A • major electricity infrastructure (Ergon) • world heritage properties • light restriction zone B • electricity substation (Ergon). • national heritage places • light restriction zone C Major sport, recreation and • wetlands of international importance • light restriction zone D. entertainment facility see the • listed threatened species and Planning Regulation 2017. communities

page 70 • listed migratory species (g) legally secured offset areas as (v) category A, B, C or R areas Part F • Commonwealth marine areas defined under the Environmental on the regulated vegetation Offsets Act 2014. management map that are • the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. located within a defined (h) threatened wildlife under the Nature Note: MNES listed above contain distance10 from the defining Conservation Act 1992 and special natural values, features and areas that banks of a relevant watercourse Glossary least concern animals under the are to be considered in applying the identified on the vegetation Nature Conservation (Wildlife) biodiversity state interest of the SPP. management watercourse and Regulation 2006 World heritage properties and natural drainage feature map heritage places may also be listed for (i) marine plants under the Fisheries (vi) category A, B, C or R areas cultural heritage significance. In these Act 1994 (excluding marine plants on the regulated vegetation instances, world heritage properties in an urban area) management map that are and national heritage places are also located within a wetland or (j) waterways that provide for fish to be considered as part of the cultural within 100 metres from the passage under the Fisheries heritage state interest. defining bank of a wetland Act 1994 (excluding waterways identified on the vegetation Matters of state environmental providing for fish passage in an management wetlands map. significance (MSES) means the urban area) following natural values and areas: Note: Where possible, MSES is (k) high risk area on the flora survey indicatively shown on the SPP IMS (a) protected areas (including all classes trigger map as described in the of protected area except coordinated Environmental Offsets Regulation Mining tenement means a mining conservation areas) under the Nature 2014, schedule 2, part 6(1) tenement under the Mineral Resources Conservation Act 1992 Act 1989. (l) regulated vegetation under the (b) ‘marine national park’, ‘conservation Vegetation Management Act 1999 Motor sport facility see the Planning park’, ‘scientific research’, that is: Regulation 2017. ‘preservation’ or ‘buffer’ zones under the Marine Parks Act 2004 (i) category B areas on the National heritage place means a place regulated vegetation included on the National Heritage List (c) areas within declared fish habitat management map, that are under the Environmental Protection and areas that are management A areas ‘endangered’ and ‘of concern’ Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. or management B areas under the regional ecosystems Fisheries Regulation 2008 Note: National heritage places are (ii) category C areas on the indicatively shown on the SPP IMS. (d) a designated precinct, in a strategic regulated vegetation National heritage places may be listed environmental area under the Regional management map that are for either cultural or natural heritage Planning Interests Regulation 2014, ‘endangered’ and ‘of concern’ values, or both. Places listed for natural schedule 2, part 5, s15(3) regional ecosystems heritage values are considered as part of the state interest for biodiversity. (e) wetlands in a wetland protection (iii) category R areas on the area or wetlands of high ecological regulated vegetation Native vegetation see the Planning significance shown on the map management map Regulation 2017. of referable wetlands under (iv) areas of essential habitat on the the Environmental Protection essential habitat map for wildlife Natural hazard means a naturally Regulation 2008 prescribed as ‘endangered occurring situation or condition, such wildlife’ or‘ vulnerable wildlife’ as a flood, bushfire, landslide, coastal (f) wetlands and watercourses in high under the Nature Conservation erosion or storm tide inundation, with ecological value waters identified Act 1992 the potential for loss or harm to the in the Environmental Protection community, property or environment. (Water) Policy 2009, schedule 1

10 Note: Defined distance - see State Development Assessment Provisions, Code 16: Native vegetation clearing unless the area is a category R area. If the area is a category R area, the 50m regrowth watercourse and drainage feature area as defined by the Vegetation Management Act 1999 applies.

State Planning Policy page 71 Natural hazard area means a flood Pipeline licence means a pipeline Public safety area means the defined hazard area, a bushfire prone area, a licence under the Petroleum and Gas area at the end of a strategic airport’s landslide hazard area, an erosion prone (Production and Safety) Act 2004. runway in which development is area or a storm tide inundation area. restricted in order to protect the safety Prescribed hazardous chemical means of people and property on the ground in Obstacle limitation surface means the any of the following: the event of an aircraft incident during surface that defines the height limit for (a) a chemical listed in schedule 11 landing or take-off, as shown on the obstacles located on land surrounding of the Work Health and Safety SPP IMS. an airport and includes the obstacle Regulation 2011 limitation surface area and associated Queensland heritage place see the obstacle limitation surface contours, (b) a chemical classified as Planning Act 2016. as shown on the SPP IMS. explosive under the ADG Code Queensland Heritage Register see the or Globally Harmonised System Of concern regional ecosystem see the Queensland Heritage Act 1992, schedule 1. for identification and labelling of Vegetation Management Act 1999. chemicals Queensland waters see the Acts Operational airspace means the Interpretation Act 1954, schedule 1. (c) a chemical classified as hazardous airspace around a strategic airport to the aquatic environment under the in which aircraft take-off, land or Rail transport infrastructure ADG Code or Globally Harmonised manoeuvre defined as: see the Planning Regulation 2017. System for identification and (a) for leased federal and regional labelling of chemicals. Railway corridor see the Planning airports: the obstacle limitation Regulation 2017. Note: The ADG Code is the Australian surface (OLS) established by code for the transport of dangerous Reclamation of land under tidal water the aerodrome operator and the goods by road and rail as published by see the Coastal Protection and Procedures for Air Navigation the National Transport Commission. Management Act 1995, schedule. Services–Aircraft Operational Surfaces (PANS–OPS). The OLS Priority Development Area see Redevelopment means development is shown on the SPP IMS the Planning Regulation 2017. that affects permanent built structures on an already developed site. (b) for defence airfields and joint user Note: Priority Development Areas Redevelopment includes the expansion airfields: height restriction zones are shown on the SPP IMS. of a building footprint or addition of a under the Defence (Areas Control) structure, reconstruction or remodelling Public passenger transport see the Regulations 1989 (Cwlth) under the an exterior, demolition and replacement Transport Planning and Coordination Defence Act 1903. of existing structures. Act 1994, schedule 1. Other rail infrastructure see the Regulated vegetation management Priority port see the Planning Planning Regulation 2017. map see the Planning Regulation 2017. Regulation 2017. Outstanding universal value means the cultural and/or natural significance Note: Priority ports are identified in table which is so exceptional as to transcend 3 of the SPP and shown on the SPP IMS. national boundaries and to be of Public marine development means common importance for present and development for public use that future generations of all humanity. requires location in or adjacent to tidal Petroleum facility license means a water to function. petroleum facility license under the Petroleum and Gas (Production and Safety) Act 2004.

page 72 Resource/processing area of a KRA Social housing means housing for State-controlled transport tunnel see means the extent of the extractive a residential use, other than crisis the Planning Regulation 2017. Part F resource and any existing or future accommodation, that is either State development area see the processing operations. provided by: Planning Regulation 2017. Note: The extraction of extractive • the state as public housing, as Note: State development areas are Glossary materials can include ripping, defined in the Planning Regulation shown on the SPP IMS. blasting or dredging; the processing 2017; or of extractive materials can include • an entity other than the state State heritage place see the Planning crushing, screening, washing, blending (e.g. a not-for-profit organisation Act 2016. or grading and waste water treatment; or local government) as community Note: State heritage places are shown and associated activities can include housing. storage, rehabilitation, loading, on the SPP IMS. The Queensland transportation, administration, and Special industry see the Planning Heritage Register is available at maintenance facilities. Regulation 2017. www.qld.gov.au/environment/land/ heritage/. Sea level rise means an increase in Specified petroleum infrastructure sea level caused by global warming means the petroleum infrastructure State transport corridors means any of due to climate change. Sea level rise required for access to the gas or the following, as shown on the SPP IMS: is projected to be 0.8 metres from the petroleum resource specified in the • state-controlled road present day to 2100. development plan for a petroleum lease, on a petroleum facility licence or • railway corridor Note: Sea level rise projections based on a petroleum pipeline licence. This • busway corridor on the best available science are includes facilities for the processing, • light rail corridor prepared by the Intergovernmental storage or transport of petroleum or Panel on Climate Change. incidental activities in the area of a • state-controlled transport tunnel Sensitive land uses see the Planning petroleum lease. • active transport corridor. Regulation 2017. Note: Specified petroleum infrastructure State transport infrastructure means Separation area of a resource/ can include well heads, compressor any of the following: processing area of a KRA, means stations, collector pipelines, high • state-controlled road an area surrounding the resource/ pressure petroleum pipelines, processing area, needed to maintain evaporation ponds and workshops. • rail transport infrastructure separation of people from undesirable SPP Interactive Mapping System (IMS) • busway transport infrastructure levels of noise, dust, ground vibration means the SPP IMS, as amended • light rail transport infrastructure or air blast overpressure that may from time to time, published by the • other rail infrastructure be produced as residual impacts Department of Infrastructure, Local from existing or future extraction or Government and Planning and located • active transport infrastructure. processing of the extractive resource. at www.dilgp.qld.gov.au/spp-mapping.

Slightly disturbed waters see the State coastal land see the Coastal Environment Protection (Water) Policy Protection and Management Act 1995, 2009, schedule 2. section 17.

Note: State coastal land also includes all land under tidal water.

State-controlled road see the Planning Regulation 2017.

State Planning Policy page 73 Statutory land use plan means any of Note: Storm tide inundation areas are Tidal land see the Marine Parks Act the following: to be identified in accordance with the 2004, schedule. methodology set out in the Coastal Tidal water see the Coastal Protection • for core port land – the Brisbane Port hazard technical guide, Department of and Management Act 1995, schedule. Land Use Plan approved under the Environment and Heritage Protection, Transport Infrastructure Act 1994, 2013 and use the following factors to Torres Strait Islander cultural heritage chapter 8, part 3C account for the projected impacts of see the Torres Strait Islander Cultural • for strategic port land – a land use climate change by the year 2100: Heritage Act 2003, section 8. plan approved under the Transport Infrastructure Act 1994, chapter 8, (a) a sea level rise factor of 0.8 metres Transmission grid see the Planning Regulation 2017. part 4 (b) an increase in the maximum cyclone • for airport land – a land use plan intensity by 10 per cent. Transport infrastructures see the approved under the Airport Assets Planning Regulation 2017. Stormwater see the Environmental (Restructuring and Disposal) Act Protection Act 1994, schedule 4. 2008, chapter 3, part 1. Transport network means the series of connected routes, corridors and Stock route network see the Stock Route Strategic airport means an airport transport facilities required to move Management Act 2002, schedule 3. identified in table 2 of the SPP. goods and passengers, and includes Note: Stock route networks are shown Strategic port means a port identified roads, railways, public transport on the SPP IMS. in table 3 of the SPP and shown on the routes, active transport routes SPP IMS. (for example, cycleways), freight Storm tide inundation means temporary routes and local, state and privately inundation of land by abnormally high Strategic port land see the Planning owned infrastructure. ocean levels caused by cyclones and Regulation 2017. severe storms. Transport noise corridor means the area Supply network see the Planning shown on the SPP IMS as containing or Storm tide inundation area means the Regulation 2017. consisting of: area of land determined to be inundated Substation see the Planning Regulation during a defined storm tide event that is: • Transport noise corridor – 2017. state-controlled road (mandatory) (a) identified by a local government in a Temporary, readily relocatable or able • Transport noise corridor – local planning instrument as a storm to be abandoned development means a state-controlled road (voluntary) tide inundation area, based on a structure that, if threatened by coastal localised storm tide study prepared • Transport noise corridor – railway erosion or storm tide inundation, will be by a suitably qualified person; or relocated, removed or allowed to be lost • Transport noise corridor – local government road. (b) if the local government has not rather than protected from the impacts identified storm tide inundation because it is: Transport route of a KRA, means a areas in a local planning instrument road or rail link from the boundary (a) of low economic value; and in accordance with (a) above; shown of the resource/processing area of a KRA on the SPP IMS as a storm tide (b) is capable of being disassembled, is to a major road or railway that is used to inundation area. easily removed, or loss by erosion is transport extracted resources to markets. of low consequence; and Transport route separation area of a KRA, (c) is not an intrinsic part of means the area, measured 100 metres infrastructure or will have high from the centre line of the transport social value or need; or route of a KRA, needed to maintain separation of people from undesirable (d) intended to remain in place for only levels of noise, dust and ground vibration a short period and then removed, produced as residual impacts from the whether or not it is threatened by transportation of extractive resources. coastal erosion. page 74 Urban area see the Planning Water quality objectives see the Regulation 2017. Environmental Protection (Water) Policy Part F 2009, schedule 2. Urban purpose see the Planning Regulation 2017. Wetland see the Planning Regulation 2017. Utility installation see the Planning Glossary Regulation 2017. Wetland protection area see the Planning Regulation 2017. Waste water see the Environmental Protection (Water) Policy 2009, Wholesale nursery see the Planning schedule 2. Regulation 2017.

Watercourse see the Planning Wildlife hazard buffer zone for a Regulation 2017. strategic airport means an area within a three, eight or 13 kilometre radius of a Water resource catchment means strategic airport’s runway as shown on an area where water from rain and the SPP IMS. run-off is collected by the landscape for harvesting from surface waters World heritage property means a or groundwater systems to supply declared world heritage property drinking water. under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Note: the water resource catchment is shown on the SPP IMS.

Water sensitive urban design see the Environmental Protection (Water) Policy 2009, schedule 2.

Water supply buffer area means areas within the water resource catchment that are particularly vulnerable to contamination, including groundwater recharge areas and areas in the vicinity of a dam, lake, reservoir or watercourse which supply drinking water.

Note: the water supply buffer area is shown on the SPP IMS.

State Planning Policy page 75 Part G Appendices

Appendix 1 – Categories of mapping layers: SPP Interactive Mapping System Table A: State mapping layers that must be appropriately integrated in a local planning instrument in a way that achieves the relevant state interest policy

State interest topic Mapping layer provided or referred to in the State Planning Policy Interactive Mapping System Agriculture • Stock route network.

Development and construction • State development area. • Priority Development Area.

Mining and extractive resources • KRA – resource/processing area. • KRA – separation area. • KRA – transport route. • KRA – transport route separation area.

Biodiversity • MSES – Protected areas. • MSES – Marine park. • MSES – Declared fish habitat area. • MSES – Strategic environmental areas (designated precinct). • MSES – High ecological significance wetlands. • MSES – Legally secured offset area.

Coastal environment • Coastal management district.

Cultural heritage • National heritage place. • State heritage place.

Water quality • Water supply buffer areas. • Water resource catchments. • High ecological value water areas.

Emissions and hazardous activities • High pressure gas pipeline.

page 76 State interest topic Mapping layer provided or referred to in the State Planning Policy Part G Interactive Mapping System Energy and water supply Bulk water supply infrastructure: • Pump station facilities and reservoir facilities. Appendices • Water treatment plants and water quality facilities. • Pipelines and channels. • Bulk water storage infrastructure. • Facilities for extracting ground water.

Major electricity infrastructure: • Major electricity infrastructure (Powerlink). • Electricity substation (Powerlink). • Major electricity infrastructure (Energex). • Electricity substation (Energex). • Major electricity infrastructure (Ergon). • Electricity substation (Ergon).

Transport infrastructure • State-controlled road. • Future state-controlled road. • Railway corridor. • Future railway corridor. • Public passenger transport facility. • Future public passenger transport facility. • Light rail corridor. • Future light rail corridor. • Busway corridor. • Future busway corridor. • State-controlled transport tunnel. • Future state-controlled transport tunnel. • Active transport corridor. • Future active transport corridor.

State Planning Policy page 77 State interest topic Mapping layer provided or referred to in the State Planning Policy Interactive Mapping System Strategic airports and • Australian Noise Exposure Forecast (ANEF) contours: aviation facilities –– ANEF 20–25 contour. –– ANEF 25–30 contour. –– ANEF 30–35 contour. –– ANEF 35–40 contour. –– ANEF 40 contour or greater. • Height restriction zone: –– Height restriction zone 0 m. –– Height restriction zone 7.5 m. –– Height restriction zone 15 m. –– Height restriction zone 45 m. –– Height restriction zone 90 m. • Light restriction zone: –– Zone A. –– Zone B. –– Zone C. –– Zone D. • Lighting area buffer 6 kilometres. • Obstacle limitation surface: –– Obstacle limitation surface area. –– Obstacle limitation surface contour. • Public safety area. • Wildlife hazard buffer zone: –– 3 kilometres. –– 8 kilometres. –– 13 kilometres. • Aviation facility: –– Location. –– Zone A. –– Zone A/B. –– Area of interest.

Strategic ports • Priority ports. • Strategic ports.

page 78 Table B: State mapping layers that must be appropriately integrated, and can be locally refined by a local government in a local planning instrument (subject to approval by the Planning Minister), in a way that Part G achieves the state interest policy

State interest topic Mapping layer provided or referred to in the State Planning Policy Appendices Interactive Mapping System Agriculture • Agricultural Land Classification – Class A and Class B land. • Important agricultural areas. Biodiversity • MSES – Wildlife habitat. • MSES – High ecological value waters (wetland). • MSES – High ecological value waters (watercourse). • MSES – Regulated vegetation. • MSES – Regulated vegetation (intersecting a watercourse). Natural hazards, risk and resilience • Bushfire prone area. –– Very high potential bushfire intensity. –– High potential bushfire intensity. –– Medium potential bushfire intensity. –– Potential impact buffer. • Flood hazard area11. • Erosion prone area. • Storm tide inundation area.

Table C: State mapping layers that are provided for information purposes only

State interest topic Mapping layer provided in the State Planning Policy Interactive Mapping

N/A • Local government area. • Regional planning boundary. Water quality • Climatic regions – stormwater management design objectives. • Urban water supply storage. • Slightly disturbed waters. Biodiversity • Regional biodiversity values. • Regional biodiversity corridors.

Transport infrastructure • Transport noise corridor – state-controlled road (mandatory). • Transport noise corridor – state-controlled road (voluntary). • Transport noise corridor – railway. • Transport noise corridor – local government road.

11 Note: local refinement of the flood hazard area may be undertaken as a minor amendment to a local planning instrument in accordance with the Ministers Guidelines and Rules, and as such not require approval by the Planning Minister.

State Planning Policy page 79 Appendix 2 – Stormwater management design objectives Table A: Construction phase – stormwater management design objectives

Application: • Applies to all climatic regions. Part 1 Construction phase – stormwater management design objectives12

Issue Desired outcomes

Drainage control 1. Manage stormwater flows around or through areas of exposed soil to avoid contamination. 2. Manage sheet flows in order to avoid or minimise the generation of rill or gully erosion. 3. Provide stable concentrated flow paths to achieve the construction phase stormwater management design objectives for temporary drainage works (part 2). 4. Provide emergency spillways for sediment basins to achieve the construction phase stormwater management design objectives for emergency spillways on temporary sediment basins (part 3).

Erosion control 1. Stage clearing and construction works to minimise the area of exposed soil at any one time. 2. Effectively cover or stabilise exposed soils prior to predicted rainfall. 3. Prior to completion of works for the development, and prior to removal of sediment controls, all site surfaces must be effectively stabilised13 using methods which will achieve effective short-term stabilisation.

Sediment control 1. Direct runoff from exposed site soils to sediment controls that are appropriate to the extent of disturbance and level of erosion risk. 2. All exposed areas greater than 2500 metres2 must be provided with sediment controls which are designed, implemented and maintained to a standard which would achieve at least 80% of the average annual runoff volume of the contributing catchment treated (i.e. 80% hydrological effectiveness) to 50mg/L Total Suspended Solids (TSS) or less, and pH in the range (6.5–8.5).

Litter, hydrocarbons and other 1. Remove gross pollutants and litter. contaminants 2. Avoid the release of oil or visible sheen to released waters. 3. Dispose of waste containing contaminants at authorised facilities.

Waterway stability and flood 1. Where measures are required to meet post-construction waterway stability objectives flow management (specified in table B), these are either installed prior to land disturbance and are integrated with erosion and sediment controls, or equivalent alternative measures are implemented during construction. 2. Earthworks and the implementation of erosion and sediment controls are undertaken in ways which ensure flooding characteristics (including stormwater quantity characteristics) external to the development site are not worsened during construction for all events up to and including the 1 in 100 year ARI (1% AEP).

12 Note: Drainage, erosion and sediment controls should be appropriate to the risk posed by the activity for the relevant climatic region e.g. considering the potential soil loss rate, monthly erosivity or average monthly rainfall. 13 Note: An effectively stabilised surface is defined as one that does not, or is not likely to result in visible evidence of soil loss caused by sheet, rill or gully erosion or lead to sedimentation water contamination. page 80 Part 2: Construction phase – stormwater management design objectives for temporary drainage works Part G

Temporary drainage works Anticipated operation design life and minimum design storm event < 12 months 12–24 months > 24 months Appendices Drainage structure 1 in 2 year 1 in 5 year 1 in 10 year ARI/39% AEP ARI/18% AEP ARI/10% AEP Where located immediately up-slope of an occupied 1 in 10 year ARI/10% AEP property that would be adversely affected by the failure or overtopping of the structure

Culvert crossing 1 in 1 year ARI/63% AEP

Part 3: Construction phase – stormwater management design objectives for emergency spillways on temporary sediment basins

Drainage structure Anticipated operation design life and minimum design storm event < 3 months 3–12 months > 12 months

Emergency spillways on temporary sediment basins 1 in 10 year 1 in 20 year 1 in 50 year ARI/10% AEP ARI/5% AEP ARI/2% AEP

Note: Refer to IECA 2008 Best Practice Erosion and Sediment Control (as amended) for details on the application of the Construction Phase requirements. Advice should be obtained from a suitably qualified person e.g. Certified Practitioner in Erosion and Sediment Control, or Registered Professional Engineer Queensland, with appropriate knowledge and experience in erosion and sediment control design and implementation.

State Planning Policy page 81 Table B: Post construction phase – stormwater management design objectives

Application:

(1) A material change of use for an urban purpose that involves premises 2500 metres2 or greater in size and: (a) will result in six or more dwellings; or (b) an impervious area greater than 25 per cent of the net developable area. (2) Reconfiguring a lot for urban purposes that involves premises 2500 metres2 or greater in size and will result in six or more lots.

Climatic region Design objectives Reductions in mean annual load from unmitigated development (%) Total Total Total Gross Waterway stability suspended phosphorus nitrogen pollutants management solids (TSS) (TP) (TN) >5mm South East Queensland 80 60 45 90 Limit the peak 1-year ARI event discharge Central Queensland (south) 85 60 45 90 within the receiving Central Queensland (north) 75 60 4015 90 waterway to the pre-development peak Cape York14, wet tropics and 80 6016 40 90 1-year ARI discharge dry tropics

Western Queensland14 85 60 45 90

Notes:

• Mapping of climatic regions is available on the State Planning Policy Interactive Mapping System. • In lieu of modelling, the default bio-retention treatment area to comply with load reduction targets for all Queensland regions in 1.5 per cent of the contributing catchment area. • Water stability objective applies if development drains to an unlined waterway within or downstream of the site where a risk of increased erosion exists due to changes in hydrology. Local government may also require application of the waterway stability objective where there are planned future rehabilitation works to return a lined channel to a natural channel design.

• The SPP Water quality guidance material provides advice on the measures that demonstrate compliance with table B.

14 Note: Applies to population centres greater than 25,000 persons. 15 Note: Mackay Regional Council has adopted a 35 per cent reduction for TN. 16 Note: Townsville City Council has adopted a 65 per cent reduction for TP.

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