Planning Scheme

1. Overview

This planning scheme may be cited as Murweh Shire Planning Scheme.

Complete Murweh Planning Scheme Document(PDF, 2MB)

A notice was published in the Government Gazette No. GAZ46 on Friday 17th of November 2017 for the planning scheme for the Murweh Shire Local Government Area.

The commencement date for the planning scheme was Friday 1st of December 2017.

Amendments to the planning scheme are included at Appendix 2.

2. Community statement

In accordance with the Murweh Shire Council Community Plan, our vision is as follows:

• Sustainable use of the environment – protecting our land, vegetation, water, flora and fauna for the future;
• Educated and knowledgeable people - encouraging and supporting people to achieve their goals;
• An equitable society - our differences are appreciated, recognised and respected;
• Vibrant, strong and healthy communities - Encouraging a healthy, positive community where people are involved and contribute;
• Safe and efficient transport systems - making all modes of transport safe, effective and accessible to everyone;
• A buoyant local economy – sustainable economic activity to contribute to a prosperous local economy to improve opportunities and living standards for all;
• Encouraging Shire growth – sustainable development to create a place that is attractive to new residents and investors alike; and
• Transparent governance - open, inclusive and accountable representation.

Those matters above which are bold are those in which a planning scheme, focussing on land use and development, can have a significant influence - and where this planning scheme will play it's part in advancing the community's vision.

3. Part 1 - About the planning scheme

1.1  Introduction

1. The Murweh Shire (LGA) planning scheme (planning scheme) has been prepared in accordance with the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 (the SP Act) as a framework for managing development in a way that advances the purpose of the SP Act.
2. The planning was amended for alignment with the Planning Act 2016 (the Act) by the Minister’s rules under section 293 of the Act on Friday 1st of December 2017.
3. In seeking to achieve this purpose, the planning scheme sets out Murweh Shire Council’s (MSC) intentions for the future development in the planning scheme area, over the next 20 years.
4. The planning scheme applies to the planning scheme area of Murweh Shire Council (the Shire) including all premises, roads and internal waterways and interrelates with the surrounding local government areas shown in Schedule 2 - Murweh Shire Council Context Map.

Editor’s note – The planning scheme has been amended to align with use terms and administrative terms as provided in the Planning Act 2016. In accordance with section 16(3) of the Act, the regulated requirements (to the extent chosen) apply to the planning scheme to the extent of any inconsistency.

Editor’s note—State legislation may state that the planning scheme does not apply to certain areas, e.g. Brisbane core port land where there is a land use plan only to the extent of any inconsistency

Editor’s note—In accordance with the provisions of section 26 of the Sustainable Ports Development Act 2015 a port overlay for a master planned area prevails over the planning scheme, to the extent of any inconsistency.

Map 1–Local government planning scheme area and context

Murweh Shire Planning Scheme - Context Map(PDF, 840KB)

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1.2   Planning scheme components

1. The planning scheme comprises the following components:
   1. about the planning scheme
   2. state planning provisions
   3. the strategic framework
   4. the local government infrastructure plan
   5. tables of assessment
   6. the following zones:
      1. Recreation and Open Space Zone
      2. Rural Zone
      3. Rural Residential Zone
      4. Township Zone, inclusive of the following precincts:
         1. Commercial
         2. Industrial
         3. Residential
   7. the following statewide development codes:
      1. Community residence requirements
      2. Requirements for cropping involving forestry for wood production for accepted development
      3. Reconfiguring a lot (subdividing one lot into two lots) and associated operational works code
   8. the following use codes:
      1. General development code
      2. Non-resident workforce accommodation code
   9. other development codes:
      1. Operational works code
      2. Reconfiguring a lot code
   10. the following schedules:
       1. Schedule 1 – Definitions
       2. Schedule 2 – Mapping
       3. Schedule 3 – Priority infrastructure plan and supporting material
       4. Schedule 4 – Notion required under the Planning Act 2016
       5. Schedule 5 – Designation of premises for development
       6. Schedule 6 – Local Heritage Places

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1.3   Interpretation

1.3.1   Definitions

1. A term used in the planning scheme has the meaning assigned to that term by:
   1. the Planning Act 2016 (the Act)
   2. the Planning Regulation 2017 (the Regulation) to the extent they been identified
   3. the definitions in Schedule 1 of the planning scheme
   4. the Acts Interpretation Act 1954
   5. the ordinary meaning where that term is not defined in any of the above.
2. In the event a term has been assigned a meaning in more than one of the instruments listed in sub-section 1.3.1(1), the meaning contained in the instrument highest on the list will prevail.
3. A reference in the planning scheme to any Act includes any regulation or instrument made under it, and where amended or replaced, means the amended or replaced Act.
4. A reference in the planning scheme to a specific resource document or standard, means the latest version of the resource document or standard.
5. A reference to a part, section, table or schedule is a reference to a part, section, table or schedule of the planning scheme.

Editor’s note – In accordance with section 5(2)(a) of the Planning Regulation 2017, the regulated requirements apply to this planning scheme only where specifically identified as regulated requirements in the sections containing the definitions.

1.3.2   Standard drawings, maps, notes, editor’s notes and footnotes

1. Standard drawings contained in codes or schedules are part of the planning scheme.
2. Maps provide information to support the outcomes and are part of the planning scheme.
3. Notes are identified by the title “note” and are part of the planning scheme.
4. Editor’s notes and footnotes are extrinsic material, as per the Acts Interpretation Act 1954, are identified by the title 'editor’s note' and 'footnote' and are provided to assist in the interpretation of the planning scheme; they do not have the force of law.

Note—this is an example of a note.
Editor’s note—this is an example of an editor’s note.
Footnote—this is an example of a footnote.

1.3.3   Punctuation

1. A word followed by “;” or “; and” is considered to be “and”
2. A word followed by “; or” means either or both options can apply.

1.3.4   Zones for roads, closed roads, waterways and reclaimed land

1. The following applies to a road, closed road, waterway or reclaimed land in the planning scheme area:
   1. if adjoined on both sides by land in the same zone—the road, closed road, waterway or reclaimed land is in the same zone as the adjoining land
   2. if adjoined on one side by land in a zone and adjoined on the other side by land in another zone—the road, closed road, waterway or reclaimed land is in the same zone as the adjoining land when measured from a point equidistant from the adjoining boundaries
   3. if the road, closed road, waterway or reclaimed land is adjoined on one side only by land in a zone—the entire waterway or reclaimed land is in the same zone as the adjoining land
   4. if the road, closed road, waterway or reclaimed land is covered by a zone then that zone applies.

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1.3.5   Categories of development

1. The categories of development under the Act are:
   1. accepted development
      
      Editor’s note—A development approval is not required for development that is accepted development. Under section 44(6)(a) of the Act, if a categorising instrument does not apply a category of development to a particular development, the development is accepted development. Schedule 78 of the Regulation also prescribes accepted development.
      
      
   2. assessable development
      1. code assessment
      2. impact assessment
         
         Editor’s note – A development permit is not required for self-assessable development
   3. prohibited development
      
      Editor’s note—A development application may not  be made for prohibited development. Schedule 10 of the Regulation prescribes prohibited development.
2. The planning scheme  states the category of development  for certain types of development, and specifies the category of assessment for assessable development in the planning scheme area in Part 5 (5.3).
   
   Editor’s note – Section 43 of the Act identifies that a categorising instrument categorises development and specifies categories of assessment and may be a regulation or local categorising instrument.  A local categorising instrument includes a planning scheme, a TLPI or a variation approval.

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1.4   Hierarchy of assessment benchmarks

1. Where there is inconsistency between provisions in the planning scheme, the following rules apply:
   1. the strategic framework prevails over all other components to the extent of the inconsistency for impact assessment
   2. relevant codes as specified in Schedules 6 and 10 of the Regulation prevail over all other components to the extent of the inconsistency
   3. zone codes prevail over use codes and other development codes to the extent of the inconsistency

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1.5   Building work regulated under the planning scheme

1. Section 17(b) of the Regulation identifies the assessment benchmarks for building work that a local planning instrument must not change the effect to the extent the building work is regulated under the building assessment provisions, unless permitted under the Building Act 1975.
2. The building assessment provisions are listed in section 30 of the Building Act 1975.
   
   Editor’s note—The building assessment provisions are stated in section 30 of the Building Act 1975 and are assessment benchmarks a code for the integrated development assessment system for the carrying out of building assessment work that is accepted development subject to any requirements or self-assessable work (see also section 31 of the Building Act 1975).
   
   
3. This planning scheme, through Part 5, regulates building work in accordance with Sections 32 and 33 of the Building Act 1975.

Editor’s note—the Building Act 1975 permits planning schemes to:

• regulate, for the Building Code of Australia (BCA) or the Queensland Development Code (QDC), matters prescribed under a regulation under the Building Act 1975 (section 32).  These include variations to provisions contained in parts MP1.1, MP 1.2 and MP 1.3 of the Queensland Development Code (QDC) such as heights of buildings related to obstruction and overshadowing, siting and design of buildings to provide visual privacy and adequate sight lines, on-site parking and outdoor living spaces. It may also regulate other matters, such as designating land liable to flooding, designating land as bushfire prone areas and transport noise corridors
• deal with an aspect of, or matter related or incidental to building work prescribed under a regulation under Section 32 of the Building Act 1975;
• specify alternative boundary clearances and site cover provisions for Class 1 and 10 structures under section 33 of the Building Act 1975.
  
  Refer to Schedule 9 of the Regulation to determine assessable development, the type of assessment and any referrals applying to the building work.

Editor’s note—a decision in relation to building work that is assessable development under the planning scheme should only be issued as a preliminary approval. See Section 83(b) of the Building Act 1975.

Editor’s note—In a development application the applicant may request preliminary approval for building work. The decision on that development application can also be taken to be a referral agency’s response under section 56271 of the Act, for building work assessable against the Building Act 1975. 

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1.6 Local government administrative matters

1.6.1 Zones for railway corridors

1. The following applies to a railway corridor in the planning scheme area:
   1. if adjoined on both sides by land in the same zone—the railway corridor is in the same zone as the adjoining land
   2. if adjoined on one side by land in a zone and adjoined on the other side by land in another zone—the railway corridor is in the same zone as the adjoining land when measured from a point equidistant from the adjoining boundaries
   3. if the railway corridor is adjoined on one side only by land in a zone—the entire railway corridor is in the same zone as the adjoining land.

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4. Part 2 - State planning provisions

The Minister has identified that the state planning policy dated July 2017 is integrated in the planning scheme in the following ways:

State interests in the state planning policy appropriately integrated: 

All state planning policy matters relevant to Murweh Shire LGA, which includes the state planning policy as a whole.

State interests in the state planning policy not integrated:

Nil

State interests in the state planning policy not relevant to Murweh Shire LGA:

Matters relating to coastal environment and strategic ports.

Editor’s note – In accordance with section 8(4)(a) of the Act the State Planning Policy applies to the extent of any inconsistency.

2.2 Regulated requirements

The following regulated requirements prescribed in the Planning Regulation 2017 dated 27/10/2017 are appropriately reflected in the planning scheme:

• Use definitions and terms;
• Administrative terms.

5. Part 3 - Strategic framework

3.1  Preliminary

1. The strategic framework sets the policy direction for the planning scheme and forms the basis for ensuring appropriate development occurs within the planning scheme area for the life of the planning scheme.
2. Mapping for the strategic framework is included in Schedule 2.
3. For the purpose of describing the policy direction of the planning scheme, the strategic framework is structured in the following way:
   1. the strategic intent — Encouraging Prosperity in the Shire
   2. the strategic outcome(s) proposed for development in the planning scheme area for each theme
   3. the element(s) that refine and further describe the strategic outcome(s)
   4. the specific outcomes sought for each, or a number of, elements

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3.2  Strategic Intent

The MSC and its community understand that planning for the future development of the Shire plays a critical role achieving prosperity so that it occurs on 'our terms'.

The planning scheme builds upon Burke’s traditional economic strengths including agriculture, tourism remaining a key south western service centre, and future resource extraction activities in a way that retains our character, keeps us sage from natural hazards, emissions and hazardous activities, respects and cares for our enviroment and heritage and makes best use of our infrastructure.

This is what the Shire means by prosperity.

The planning scheme realises MSC’s intent to grow its economic opportunities and utilise Council’s economic development strategy by establishing a framework to facilitate the future prosperity of the Shire through clearly articulating:

• Outcomes that satisfy the vision; and
• a development assessment framework to support the strategic outcomes for growing the economic opportunities of the Shire into the future.

It does this by:

• identifying a series of key outcomes for the area, that support a prosperous future for the Shire; and
• articulating specific outcomes to achieve the strategic intent and create a 'line of sight' between the strategic direction and development assessment provisions, such that development which 'value-adds' to our vision is facilitated, whilst development that is inconsistent with MSC's vision is not supported.

The planning scheme assists in producing a prosperous Shire by:

• focussing on achieving our desired outcomes;
• positively responding to change and encourageing development within Murweh Shire; and
• ensuring that development decisions are transparent and accountable to the Murweh community.

The Shire will thrive and be prosperous through having a diversified economy that protects and enhances its most significant economic drivers such as agriculture, tourism and its key role as a south western service centre, whilst also allowing for potentially new resource developments that can co-exist with, and preserve or enhance, our traditional economic strengths.

The planning scheme identifies development which supports our economy both in terms of 'what we do' (ie, having a 'fit for purpose' development assessment regime) and 'where we do it' (ie, ensuring an adequate and appropriate land supply of appropriately serviced land for a range of uses and activities).

To enable this prosperity into the future, the scheme ensures that, throughout the 20 year life of this planning scheme (to 2035), development is strategically located and occurs in a safe and efficient manner that leaves a positive legacy for the community and landscape of the Shire.

Five key strategic outcomes will drive this strategic intent:

1. Encouraging economic growth;
2. Supporting rural and small town living;
3. Avoiding natural hazards;
4. Safeguarding our environment and heritage; and
5. Providing appropriate infrastructure.

3.2.1 Encouraging economic growth

Agriculture:

At the commencement of this planning scheme (and as envisaged into 2035), agriculture is the largest employer in the Shire, with over 16% of the total workforce employed in the sector through activities such as cattle and sheep grazing.

Agriculture in the Shire supports other businesses within the agricultural supply chain. A viable agricultural sector will be maintained by removing the potential for land use conflicts, protecting resources from inappropriate development and increasing opportunities for investment, production and diversification.

Given the importance the rural area plays to the economy of the Shire, the rural area will be protected from fragmentation that would result in diminished productivity of lands identified in Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) - Class A and Class B in SPP mapping - Economic Growth, Agriculture.

Development that occurs in these mapped areas, that is consistent with rural values, will allow farms to diversify their enterprises while not diminishing or limiting the productivity of agricultural lands in shire.

MSC supports the development of value-adding agricultural industries such as cattle feedlots and abattoirs, where they are located in rural areas and where they do not compromise the ability of the existing land uses to function safely and effectively. Established agriculturally-based industries, such as the Charleville abattoir, are protected from the encroachment by sensitive uses (such as residential uses) and inappropriate land fragmentation.

The function, connectivity and pasture productivity of the stock route network is maintained for sustainable use by travelling stock on hoof. The stock route network is protected from developments (on or near stock routes) that have potential for conflict between use of the network and use of the adjoining areas. The stock route network's use or capacity for the primary purpose of travelling stock on hoof is maintained. Potential for conflict between use of the network and use of adjoining areas is avoided. The stock route network is identified in SPP mapping - Agriculture Stock Route Network.

Tourism:

The Shire's tourist sector plays an important role in the regional economy. Famous tourist sites (not only for the Shire but for south-west Queensland more broadly) such as the Bilby Experience, Cosmos Centre Observatory and Natural Sciences Loop will be protected from inappropriate development that detracts from the quality of the experience. These examples, and other significant tourist sites, are identified in SPP mapping - Economic Growth, Tourism and, Schedule 2 - Natural Sciences Loop(PDF, 980KB).

Developments such as short term accommodation which value-add to these experiences and the tourism economies generally are encouraged.

Remaining a key south western service centre:

Charleville is the south-west region's key service centre in terms of retail, commercial and government services. It is important that the Charleville commercial centre maintains vibrancy within the central business district. Development will consolidate the traditional strip shopping area and maintain high levels of occupancy before alternative retail developments are opened up in other parts of the town. To facilitate this, the re-use of buildings where no external building works are proposed is determined to be accepted development and does not require development approval.

Resources:

The Shire is located on large petroleum and mineral exploration leases, as well as quarrying resources, which could play an important part in its future prosperity. To facilitate new growth in the Shire's economy, it is important that these areas and any associated uses are able to co-exist with other land uses. Any future resource-related developments, such as non-resident workforce accommodation camps, are to be centred on Charleville, in either the Rural or Industrial zone to consolidate its role as the key south western service centre, whilst protecting the small rural town character of Augathella and Morven. Extractive industry sites are rehabilitated once the resource has been exhausted or the extractive industry use becomes no longer viable.

Given the potential growth that can be anticipated from resource projects, future growth areas may be required in the towns of Charleville and Augathella. MSC has identified in Schedule 2 - Preferred Future Growth Patterns (strategic framework map)(PDF, 813KB) (PDF) the general direction and areas within towns considered most appropriate for residential, industrial and rural residential expansion. No new mining towns will be established within the Shire, whilst new development will be undertaken around existing towns in keeping with traditional town character.

3.2.2 Supporting rural and small town living

The Shire is characterised by a rural lifestyle that is made up of large rural properties that are serviced by the town of Charleville, as well as the smaller communities of Augathella and Morven.

As of 30 June 2013, the estimated resident population of the Shire was 4,736 people, or 0.1 per cent of the Queensland's population. According to population projections produced by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the projected population of the Shire as of 30 June 2036 is 4,489 persons. Accordingly, with no growth projected, the land supply within currently zoned areas is adequate to meet development needs for the planning scheme area.

If unexpected growth occurs within the life of this planning scheme, from development in for example, the Surat or Cooper Basins (to the east and west respectively), the general direction in which preferred development should occur is identified within the strategic framework map. This growth will consolidate around existing towns.

Development in the Shire will result in well-serviced, accessible, and attractive environments and include an adequate supply of land, consisting of appropriate housing options, to maximise the use of existing services. Community health and safety, sensitive land uses and the natural environment are protected from the potential adverse impacts of hazardous air, noise and odour emissions from higher impact uses. Industrial development, and resource areas such as quarries are protected from encroachment by development, including sensitive land uses that would compromise their safe and effective function and located to reduce adverse impacts on sensitive land uses.

Charleville:

Charleville is the largest town in the Shire and acts as the service centre to both Augathella and Morven, as well as other towns located in the south west of Queensland. It is an important regional centre for health services, with the Charleville Hospital and Royal Flying Doctor Service providing life-saving health services for the south west of Queensland. Charleville is also an important education centre, with the Charleville School of the Air providing distance education for much of western Queensland. There are also local schooling options, including technical and further education, and a variety of government services.

Charleville is located at the junction point of the Charleville-Bollon Road, Diamantina Development Road, Warrego Highway and Mitchell Highway, which are the predominant freight and passenger roads networks for the region. Charleville airport has commercial flights to Brisbane, as well as passenger rail and freight services operating on the Western Rail Corridor.

The town is characterised by wide streets, in a standard grid pattern, with many historic buildings such as the School of Arts Building and Corones Hotel in central locations. The town has distinct and separated commercial, residential and industrial precincts, with Rural Residential zones providing both a residential lifestyle option and an urban buffer to activities within the Rural Zone.

Commercial development is encouraged in the Shire, by promoting the adaptive reuse of existing buildings located within the central business district of Charleville. Charleville's residential built form consists of low and high set houses on large allotments (often in the classic "Queenslander" style), with a mixture of short-term accommodation facilities located near the state-controlled roads. The industrial areas are predominantly used for accommodating low impact industries, with higher impact industries located away from sensitive uses.

Residents of Charleville have a range of recreational facilities, including green space areas along Bradley's Gully, sporting facilities in Charleville Park, the Charleville Golf Course, the public pool and the Charleville Showgrounds and racecourse.

Augathella:

Augathella is the second largest town in the Shire and has a smaller range of services including a primary school, primary health care centre, police station and a sealed airstrip. Augathella's main street has numerous public art displays such as the giant Meat Ant and the Q150 building. This 'boutique' and 'low density' town feel is valued by local residents and is to be preserved in future development decisions.

Commercial uses such as the general store, post office and hotel are located along Main Street with the remainder of the town being a mixture of low set houses, light industries and government services on large allotments. Augathella has abundant recreational areas such as the Showgrounds, Q150 Building, bowls club, golf course, football fields and a public pool.

Morven:

Morven, the smallest town in the Shire, is located along the Warrego Highway. Morven has a mixture of services such as a primary school, library, public uses and some commercial uses such as a shop, hotel and motel. Houses are predominantly low set and are located on large residential allotments. This pattern of development is valued by local residents and is to be preserved in future development decisions.

3.2.3  Avoiding the impacts of natural and other hazards

Flooding:

The Shire has a long history with natural hazards, with Charleville bearing the brunt of numerous events throughout its history. With the assistance of both state and federal governments, the towns of Charleville and Augathella have had flood protection levees built to provide residents flood immunity to a 1 in 200 year level. While the flood levees will not protect against every potential flood event, they do provide a tolerable risk for the residents of Charleville and Augathella. To ensure that economic development is not adversely impacted by significant flood events, development is encouraged within those areas of Charleville and Augathella that are not known to flood. The existence of the levees means that development within these areas in Charleville and Augathella is as close as possible to being flood-free and, will not be subject to an onerous flood-based development assessment process.

Flood assessment will be applied only to development on sites affected by flooding and shown in those areas on Schedule 2 - Flood mapping.

Bushfire:

The Shire is also prone to bushfire events, and these areas are shown on SPP mapping - Hazards and Safety, Natural Hazards. New development must take bushfire risks into account by making sure that development does not unduly burden disaster management response or recovery capacity, nor adversely impact the existing capabilities of emergency services. New developments avoid areas known to be bushfire-prone and where unavoidable are built and located to be resilient against bushfires.

Emissions and hazardous activities:

Activities involving the use, storage and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous chemicals, dangerous goods and flammable or combustible substances are located to avoid or mitigate potential adverse impacts on surrounding uses and minimise the health and safety risks to communities and individuals.

Sensitive land uses are protected from the impacts of previous activities that may cause risk to people or property including former mining activities and hazards (e.g. disused underground mines, tunnels and shafts - SPP mapping - Emissions and Hazardous Activities - Abandoned Mines.

The integrity of pipelines carrying petroleum is maintained and development does not encroach on the pipeline or pipeline easement. The pipeline is shown in Schedule 2 - Murweh context map(PDF, 840KB).

3.2.4 Safeguarding our environment and heritage

Waterways:

The Shire is located within the Warrego River Catchment, which feeds into the Murray Darling Basin. The Warrego River headwaters start in the Carnarvon Ranges, with the river running south past Augathella and Charleville. Morven is also located with the Warrego River Catchment.

Development within the Shire must facilitate the protection of environmental values and the achievement of water quality objectives of the Shire.

Biodiversity:

Mulga shrub land is the predominant vegetation in the Shire, with Mulga communities found in both low open forest to tall shrub lands growing on the flat undulating plains of the Shire.

The major channels of the Warrego River also support Cypress Pine and native Acacia.

Significant state threatened species of fauna and flora have been listed in the Shire, and these include:

National biodiversity values in the area include threatened ecological communities such as Brigalow and species including the Red Goshawk and Greater Bilby.

Biodiversity is important to both agriculture and tourism in the Shire. Development must be located in areas that avoid significant adverse impacts on state biodiversity values and protects these while maintaining ecological connectivity. The state biodiversity areas are identified in SPP mapping Environment and Heritage - Biodiversity

Cultural heritage:

The Shire is home to important state and local cultural heritage places, with Charleville having several Queensland State heritage-listed buildings such as the Charleville Railway Station and Corones Hotel. The unique architectural, cultural and historic qualities of these places contribute to their heritage value and a list of local heritage places is in Schedule 6 - Local Heritage Places.

MSC supports the adaptation and re-use of local heritage places for the benefit of the community to ensure that the Shire's history is kept alive for future generations whilst facilitating appropriate development and ongoing use. Development conserves the physical features, fabric and contents that contribute to the cultural heritage significance of the local heritage place and avoids changes to the setting or context of the local heritage place that reduce understanding or appreciation of its cultural heritage significance. Any changes as a result of the development will be appropriately managed, documented and interpreted by encouraging their retention for appropriate development and ongoing use.

3.2.5 Providing appropriate infrastructure

Roads:

The Charleville-Bollon Road, Diamantina Development Road, Warrego Highway and Mitchell Highway are vitally important to Murweh Shire. Any new development must not adversely affect the safety and efficiency of the road network identified in SPP mapping - Infrastructure, State Transport Infrastructure.

Rail:

The Western rail corridor and the Cunnamulla rail corridor allow for significant movements of heavy freight and transportation of passengers to Brisbane. These corridors are identified in SPP mapping - Infrastructure, State Transport Infrastructure. These rail corridors are important in servicing the Shire's economy and any new developments must not compromise their long-term viability.

Air:

The Charleville airport and Augathella airstrip play a vital role in delivering health services across the south west region. The Charleville airport also provides a direct link to other regional centres and could become vitally important if major resource projects are started in the region. Any new developments located within Charleville and Augathella must not create incompatible intrusions or compromise aircraft safety of the Charleville airport, Augathella airstrip and associated aviation navigation and communication facilities.

Energy and communications:

Due to the remote nature of the Shire, electricity and telecommunication services are of vital importance to ensure the safety and wellbeing of local residents. These areas, identified in SPP mapping - Infrastructure, Major Electricity Infrastructure must not be adversely impacted upon by new developments.

Town-based infrastructure:

MSC will continue to provide dedicated infrastructure services, including sewerage, water and road networks, and open space areas to the extent possible within the budget framework.

6. Part 4 - Local government infrastructure plan

There is no Local government infrastructure plan for infrastructure charging however MSC has a Priority Infrastructure Plan which is contained in Schedule 5 - Infrastructure plan including mapping and supporting material.

7. Part 5 - Tables of assessment

5.1  Preliminary

The tables in this part identify the category of development, and the category of assessment and assessment benchmarks for assessable development in the planning scheme area.

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5.2  Reading the tables

The tables identify the following:

1. The category of development:
   1. prohibited;
   2. accepted, including accepted with requirements; and
   3. assessable development, that requires either code or impact assessment
2. the category of assessment – code or impact - for assessable development in:
   1. a zone and, where used, a precinct of a zone
3. the assessment benchmarks for assessable development, including:
   1. whether a zone code or specific provisions in the zone code apply (shown in the ‘assessment benchmarks’ column)
   2. any other applicable code(s) (shown in the ‘assessment benchmarks’ column)
4. any variation to the category of assessment (shown as an ‘if’ in the ‘category of assessment’ column) that applies to the development.

Note — Development will only be taken to be prohibited development under the planning scheme if it is identified as prohibited development in Schedule 10 of the Regulation

Editor’s note — Examples of matters that can vary the category of assessment are gross floor area, height, numbers of people or precinct provisions. 

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5.3  Categories of development and assessment

5.3.1 Process for determining the category of development and the category of assessment for assessable development

The process for determining a category of development and category of assessment is:

1. for a material change of use, establish the use by reference to the use definitions in Schedule 1
2. for all development, identify the following:
   1. the zone or zone precinct that applies to the premises, by reference to the zone map in Schedule 2
3. determine if the development is accepted development under Schedule 6 of the Regulation
   
   Editor’s note – Schedule 6 of the Regulation prescribes development that a planning scheme can not state is assessable development where the matters identified in the schedule are met.
    
4. determine if the development is assessable development under Schedule 10 of the Regulation by reference to the tables in section 5.4 Regulated categories of development and categories of assessment prescribed by the Regulation
5. if the development is not listed in the tables in section 5.4 Regulated categories of development and categories of assessment prescribed by the Regulation, determine the initial level of assessment by reference to the tables in:

• section 5.5 Categories of development and assessment—Material change of use
• section 5.6 Categories of development and assessment—Reconfiguring a lot
• section 5.7 Categories of development and assessment—Operational work

1. a precinct of a zone may change the categories of development or assessment and this will be shown in the ‘category of assessment’ column of the tables in section 5.5

5.3.2 Determining the category of development and categories of assessment

1. A material change of use is assessable development requiring impact assessable:
   1. unless the table of assessment states otherwise
   2. if a use is not listed or defined
   3. unless otherwise prescribed in the Act or the Regulation.
2. Reconfiguring a lot is assessable development requiring code assessment unless the tables of assessment state otherwise or unless otherwise prescribed in the Act or the Regulation.
3. Building work and operational work are accepted development, unless the tables of assessment state otherwise or unless otherwise prescribed in the Act or the Regulation.
4. Where an aspect of development is proposed on premises included in more than one zone, the category of development or assessment for that aspect is the highest category under each of the applicable zones.
5. The category of development prescribed under Schedule 6 of the Regulation overrides all other categories of development or assessment for that development under the planning scheme to the extent of any inconsistency.
   
   Editor’s note – Schedule 7 of the Regulation also identifies development that the state categorises as accepted development.  Some development in the schedule may still be made assessable under the planning scheme.
    
6. Despite all of the above, if development is listed as prohibited development under Schedule 10 of the Regulation, a development application cannot be made.

Note—Development is to be only taken to be prohibited development under the planning scheme only if it is identified in Schedule 10 of the Regulation.

5.3.3 Determining the requirements for accepted development and assessment benchmarks and other matters for assessable development

1. Accepted development does not require a development approval and is not subject to assessment benchmarks.  However, certain requirements may apply to some types of development for it to be accepted development.  Where nominated in the tables of assessment, accepted development must comply with the requirements identified as acceptable outcomes in the relevant parts of the application code(s) as identified in the relevant column.
2. Accepted development that does not comply with one or more of the nominated acceptable outcomes in the relevant parts of the applicable code(s) becomes code assessable development, unless otherwise specified. 
3. The following rules apply in determining assessment benchmarks for each category of development and assessment:
4. Code assessable development:
   1. is to be assessed against all assessment benchmarks identified in the assessment benchmarks column.
   2. that occurs as a result of development becoming code assessable pursuant to sub-section 5.3.3(2), must: 
      1. be assessed against the assessment benchmarks for the development application, limited to the subject matter of the required acceptable outcomes that were not complied with or were not capable of being complied with under sub-section 5.3.3(2)
      2. comply with all required acceptable outcomes identified in sub-section 5.3.3(1), other than those mentioned in sub-section 5.3.3(2);
   3. that complies with:
      1. the purpose and overall outcomes of the code complies with the code 
      2. the performance or acceptable outcomes complies with the purpose and overall outcomes of the code;
   4. is to be assessed against any assessment benchmarks for the development identified in section 26 of the Regulation.

Editor’s Note— Section 27 of the Regulation also identifies the matters that code assessment must have regard to.

1. Impact assessable development:
   1. is to be assessed against the identified assessment benchmarks in the assessment benchmarks column (where relevant)
   2. assessment is to have regard to the whole of the planning scheme, to the extent relevant
   3. is to be assessed against any assessment benchmarks for the development identified in section 30 of the Regulation.

Note—The first row of each table of assessment is to be checked to confirm if there are assessment benchmarks that commonly apply to general scenarios in the zone.

Editor’s Note – Section 31 of the Regulation identifies the matters that impact assessment must have regard to.

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5.4 Regulated categories of development and categories of assessment prescribed by the Regulation

For the development specified in the "use", "zone" or "development" columns, the categories levels of development and assessment are prescribed.

Table 5.4.1 - Development under Schedule 6 of the Regulation: material change of use

Table 5.4.2 - Regulated categories of development and categories of assessment: reconfiguring a lot 

Table 5.4.3 - Regulated categories of development and assessment: operational work

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5.5 Categories of development and assessment—Material change of use

The following tables identify the categories of development and assessment for development in a zone for making a material change of use.

Table 5.5.1 - Recreation and open space zone

Editor’s note—The above categories of development and assessment apply unless otherwise prescribed in the Regulation.

Table 5.5.2 - Rural zone

Editor’s note—The above categories of development and assessment apply unless otherwise prescribed in the Regulation.

Table 5.5.3 - Rural residential zone

Editor’s note—The above categories of development and assessment apply unless otherwise prescribed in the Regulation.

Table 5.5.4 - Township zone

Editor’s note—The above categories of development and assessment apply unless otherwise prescribed in the Regulation.

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5.6 Categories of development and assessment—Reconfiguring a lot

The following table identifies the categories of development and assessment for reconfiguring a lot.

Table 5.6.1 - Reconfiguring a lot

Editor’s note—The above categories of development and assessment apply unless otherwise prescribed in the Regulation.

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5.7 Categories of development and assessment - Operational work

The following table identifies the categories of development and assessment for operational work.

Table 5.7.1 - Operational work

Editor’s note—The above categories of development and assessment apply unless otherwise prescribed in the Regulation.

8. Part 6 - Zones

6.1  Preliminary

1. Zones organise the planning scheme area in a way that facilitates the location of preferred or acceptable land uses.
2. Zones are mapped and included in Schedule 2.
3. The categories of development and assessment for development in a zone are in Part 5.
4. A precinct may be identified for part of a zone.
5. Precinct provisions are contained in the zone code. 
6. Each zone code identifies the following:
   1. the purpose of the code
   2. the overall outcomes that achieve the purpose of the code
   3. the performance outcomes that achieve the overall outcomes and the purpose of the code
   4. the acceptable outcomes that achieve the performance and overall outcomes and the purpose of the code
   5. the performance and acceptable outcomes for the precinct.
7. The following are the zone codes for the planning scheme:
   1. Recreation and open space zone code
   2. Rural zone code
   3. Rural residential zone code
   4. Township zone code, including:
      1. Commercial precinct
      2. Industrial precinct
      3. Residential precinct.

Note—The lessee shall use leased land for residential purposes namely rural residential purposes and for purposed incidental thereto.

6.2  Zones Codes

6.2.1 Recreation and open space zone code

This code applies to development where the code is identified as applicable in a table of assessment.

6.2.1.1 Purpose

The purpose of the recreation and open space zone code is to:

1. protect the areas within the Shire with the most significant ecological and landscape values including state forests, national parks, significant habitat, wetlands and waterways,  wildlife corridors, timber reserves, regional parks and areas of high scenic amenity; 
2. maintain public accessibility to publicly-owned open space consistent with the protection of the environmental values of the area; 
3. provide recreation opportunities that are compatible and sustainable with the environmental values of the land; and 
4. ensure that buildings, structures and other developments are sympathetic to, and integrated with, the environment and values of the land.

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following outcomes:

1. where possible, development contributes to  the provision of facilities for active sport and recreation to meet community needs, including playing fields, equestrian facilities, outdoor cultural facilities, educational activities, and outdoor courts; and
2. structures ancillary to outdoor sport and recreation uses, such as clubhouses, shelters, amenity facilities, may be provided where appropriate; and
3. development protects and enhances matters of state and local environmental significance, landscape values and ecological connectivity.

6.2.1.2 Assessment benchmarks: Recreation and open space zone code:

6.2.2 Rural zone code

This code applies to development where the code is identified as applicable in a table of assessment.

6.2.2.1 Purpose

The purpose of the rural zone code is to: 

1. ensure the productive capacity of agricultural and associated rural industries that rely on Important Agricultural Areas (IAA) identified as IAA as shown on SPP mapping  –Economic Growth, Agriculture is maximised and maintained while protecting biodiversity values and also allowing for farm diversification and value adding industries to occur in the rural area;
2. maintain the character and amenity of the rural and natural environment
3. encourage tourism development where it  can value-add to the viability of rural enterprises, does not diminish biodiversity values and avoids impacts of flooding and bushfire; 
4. ensure that the stock route network is maintained and protected from development to ensure that the stock route is maintained and protected from inappropriate or incompatible development; and
5. ensure development protects extractive resources development from reverse amenity impacts resulting from existing and proposed rural uses and; also protects new rural uses from impacts of existing or future extractive industries.
6. Development does not inhibit the safe and efficient operation of pipelines.

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following outcomes:

1. the zone primarily accommodates grazing and value-adding rural uses where they do not conflict with petroleum leases or facilities or stock routes;
2. new small-scale tourist developments are accommodated where they:
   1. are associated with and do not threaten the viability of existing rural uses; 
   2. assist with maintaining the viability of existing  rural production enterprises; 
   3. support and add to the quality of experiences on the Natural Sciences Loop; and
3. development is established only where they:
   1. protect extractive resources of local and state significance and operating extractive industry from encroachment by incompatible uses; 
   2. protect established rural uses from the adverse amenity and safety impacts of proposed extractive industry; 
4. new extractive activities are established only where they do not impact on the viability of existing agricultural, residential and tourist uses;
5. biodiversity values and ecological connectivity are protected and maintained; 
6. development is serviced with infrastructure including formal road access, and is appropriate for the level of risk associated with any flood and bushfire hazard;
7. The land is protected from fragmentation that would result in diminished productivity.

6.2.2.2 Assessment benchmarks: Rural zone code

6.2.3 Rural residential zone code

This code applies to development where the code is identified as applicable in a table of assessment.

6.2.3.1 Purpose

The purpose of the code is to provide for:

1. residential development on large lots set in a pleasant, semi-rural setting, which is connected to MSC’s water supply; and
2. Small scale activities which support economic development and which remain ancillary to the primary residential use.

The purpose of the zone will be achieved through the following overall outcomes:

1. the zone primarily accommodates dwelling houses on large lots and ancillary structures including small sheds;
2. home-based businesses and non-residential uses may be appropriate where they do not detract from the primary residential function and amenity of the area or impact on neighbours; and
3. development protects and enhances environmental and amenity values.

6.2.3.2 Assessment benchmarks: Rural residential zone code

6.2.4 Township zone code

This code applies to development where the code is identified as applicable in a table of assessment.

6.2.4.1 Purpose

The purpose of this code is to:

Provide for the urban development of the towns and villages of the Shire as community and service centres. Development located in this zone provides for a mix of uses which support the needs of the local rural community. The Township zone provisions aim to:

1. maintain the character and amenity of Charleville, Augathella and Morven;
2. provide for the continuation of existing infrastructure and community uses such as schools, halls and recreation facilities;
3. allow for tourist uses where these can be successfully integrated into the character and fabric of the town;
4. ensure that development provides an appropriate level of infrastructure; and 
5. facilitate economic development in commercial and industrial precincts by:
   1. promoting re-use of existing buildings in commercial areas; and
   2. providing for a wide range of industrial uses where they don’t conflict with sensitive uses.

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following outcomes:

1. a range of uses including residential, retail, business, education, industrial, community purpose, tourist facilities, recreation and open space are supported in the zone where they are located in the appropriate zone precinct (where appropriate) and do not impact on neighbouring uses;
2. development is serviced with MSC infrastructure where MSC infrastructure exists. 
3. residential uses are protected from non-residential uses by buffering and design techniques that limit the impacts of non-residential uses; 
4. development is located in areas that are flood protected and where bushfire hazard risk is low.
5. Industrial land uses are protected from encroachment by incompatible land uses.

The purpose of the zone will also be achieved through the following additional overall outcomes for particular precincts:

1. Charleville commercial precinct:
   1. This precinct promotes the commercial, professional, government and retail uses that service the Shire and South West Queensland, which are consolidated in the Charleville central business district.
   2. New developments create a highly attractive and permeable pedestrian-based built form that achieves a high standard of design and blends with the existing town character and streetscape.
   3. New commercial buildings make provision for on-site handling of goods, car parking for staff and clients, landscaping and shade areas in keeping with the existing streetscape.
   4. New business are encouraged to use existing buildings to help keep the commercial precinct vibrant.
2. Charleville residential precinct:
   1. This precinct supports predominantly dwelling houses on residential lots where lot size is consistent with traditional character. 
   2. Non-residential development may be supported where uses directly support the day to day needs of the immediate residential community, do not detract from the residential amenity of the area, and do not undermine the viability of the nearby Commercial precinct. 
   3. Residential dwelling choices are provided in the zone including dual occupancy, multiple dwelling, and retirement housing.  These are established in locations with appropriate access to infrastructure and facilities, where the design complements the existing urban character, and where the density of development is generally consistent with the density achieved through existing residential development in the zone. 
   4. Development provides a high level of amenity through a compatible mixing of land uses, activities and building forms, access to services and facilities, cohesive streetscapes and quality urban design. 
3. Charleville Industrial precinct:
   1. This precinct enables the establishment of a wide range of industries in a manner compatible with the scale and character of the area.
   2. Industries are established and consolidated in this precinct to minimise potential conflict with nearby sensitive land uses.
   3. Industries manage impacts to acceptable levels to maintain acceptable levels of amenity to sensitive uses. 
   4. The location of industrial development does not compromise the safety or efficiency of the local and state-controlled road and rail systems.
   5. Non-resident workforce accommodation can be established on green field industrial areas away from sensitive existing uses, where it does not alienate potential industrial land in the long term.

6.2.4.2 Assessment benchmarks: Township zone code

9. Part 7 - Development codes

7.1  Preliminary

1. Development codes are codes for assessment where identified as an applicable code in Part 5.
2. Use codes and other development codes are specific to each planning scheme area.
3. The following are the codes and requirements under the Regulation for development in the planning scheme:
   1. Community residence code requirements applying to development that may not be made assessable development under the planning scheme
   2. Cropping (involving forestry for wood production) code applying to development that may not be made assessable development under the planning scheme
   3. Reconfiguring a lot (subdividing one lot into two lots) and associated operational works code applying to development for which code assessment is required under Schedule 10, part 12 and Schedule 10, part 14, division 2 of the Regulation.
4. The following are the use codes for the planning scheme:
   1. General Development Code.
   2. Non-Resident Workforce Accommodation Code.
5. The following are the other development codes for the planning scheme:
   1. Operational works code.
   2. Reconfiguration a lot code

7.2 Development that cannot be made assessable in accordance with Schedule 6 of the Planning Regulation 2017

7.2.1 Community residence requirements

1. Development for a community residence that complies with all of the requirements in Table 7.2.1.1 is accepted development.

7.2.1.1 Community residence for accepted development only

Editor’s note—Schedule 6, Part 2, (6) of the Regulation states the development the planning scheme is prohibited from making assessable development for a material change of use for community residence.

7.2.2 Requirements for cropping involving forestry for wood production code for accepted development

The Planning Scheme is in accordance with the relevant requirements from schedule 13, requirements for cropping involving forestry for wood production of the Regulation.

7.2.2.1 Requirements for accepted development that is a material change of use for cropping involving forestry for wood production or operational work for harvesting trees for wood production

Table 7.2.2.2- Separation distances

7.2.3 Reconfiguring a lot (subdividing one lot into two lots) and associated operational works code

1. The purpose of the reconfiguring a lot (subdividing one lot into two lots) and associated operational works code is for assessing applications for development for reconfiguring a lot that requires assessment as regulated in Part 5, section 5.4 under Table 5.4.2—Regulated categories of development: reconfiguring a lot.

Editor’s note—Schedule 12 (3) of the Regulation sets out the assessment benchmarks for the reconfiguring a lot.

Table 7.2.3.1     Reconfiguring a lot (subdividing one lot into two lots) and associated operational works requiring code assessment

This code applies to a reconfiguring of a lot if – 

1. The lot is in an industrial zone or residential zone (other than a park residential zone or rural residential zone); and
2. the reconfiguration is the subdivision of 1 lot, other than a rear lot, into 2 lots (each a created lot); and
3. each created lot is at least the minimum lot size for the relevant zone stated in a local instrument; and
4. the reconfiguration is consistent with the purpose statement for the relevant zone stated in a local instrument.

However, this code does not apply if –

1. all or part of the premises, are in an erosion prone area or any of the following areas under a local instrument—
   1. a flood hazard area;
   2. a bushfire hazard area;
   3. a landslide hazard area;
   4. a storm tide inundation area; or
2. an overlay in a  local instrument applies to all or part of the premises, or any part of the premises.

For this section –

Industrial zone means area (however described) designated in a local categorising instrument as industrial.

Relevant zone means the zone applying to premises under a local instrument.

A reference to a local instrument is a reference to a local instrument applying to the premises.

7.3 Use codes

7.3.1 General development code

This code applies to assessing a material change of use for all development if identified in the Tables of Assessment. 

The purpose of the General development code is to ensure that development in the Shire is located, designed and managed in a safe and efficient manner.

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following overall outcomes:

1. Developmewnt is located to protect and enhance matters of national, state and local; environmental significance, landscape values and ecological connectivity.
2. Development has a safe and efficient site layout;
3. Development does not detract from the Shire’s unique building design, is complementary to the scale of neighbouring uses,  and contributes to the character of the street and the locality; 
4. Development on local heritage places: 
   1. does not result in the demolition or removal of a local heritage place, unless there is no prudent and feasible alternative;
   2. conserves the physical features, fabric and contents that contribute to the cultural heritage significance of the local heritage place; and
   3. safeguards archaeology and archaeological potential, and ensures they are appropriately investigated and artefacts appropriately managed;
5. An appropriate level of servicing and infrastructure is provided to new development and is connected to MSC’s infrastructure where available;
6. The site layout protects the amenity of the area included residential and commercial uses, allows access around the building, allows sufficient areas for parking and manoeuvring on the site and safe and efficient access and egress; 
7. Assets of the MSC are protected; and
8. Any planned earthworks ensure that existing drainage regimes are maintained.

Table 7.3.1.1: Assessment benchmarks - General Development Code

Table 7.3.1.2: Car parking Requirements

Figure 1 - Vehicle Crossover non-piped

Figure 2 - Vehicle Crossover – piped

7.3.2 Non-resident workforce accommodation code

This code applies to assessing material change of use applications for non-resident workforce accommodation (NRWA) when identified in the table of assessment. 

The purpose of the NRWA code is to ensure that non-resident workforce accommodation is well serviced and designed, and operated in a manner that will not detract from existing uses.

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following overall outcomes:

1. NRWA has adequate infrastructure for the use including water supply, waste water disposal, stormwater control, telecommunications and electricity;
2. NRWA is appropriately located to protect the amenity of the locality, and to support the economic development of the town and Shire;
3. NRWA does not detract from, or restrict the operation of, existing uses; and
4. NRWA is appropriately screened and landscaped.

Table 7.3.2.1 Assessment benchmarks - Non-resident workforce accommodation

7.4 Other development codes

7.4.1 Operational works code

This code applies to assessing operational works applications when identified in the tables of assessment. 

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following overall outcomes:

1. Operational works involving excavating and filling land:
   1. Site disturbance is minimised;
   2. Water and sediment runoff is controlled; and
   3. Once work is complete, the site is rehabilitated to a safe stable area that does not cause further erosion and safety issues.
2. Levees are constructed in accordance with the applicable State Code; 
3. Development:
   1. Is located to avoid significant adverse impacts on matters of state environmental significance;
   2. Facilitates the protection and enhancement of matters of state environmental significance; and 
   3. Protects and enhances ecological connectivity.

Table 7.4.1.1 Assessment benchmarks - Operational works

Table 7.4.1.2 Construction phase—stormwater management design objectives

7.4.2 Reconfiguring a lot code

This code applies to assessing reconfiguring a lot applications when identified in the tables of assessment. 

The purpose of the reconfiguring a lot code is to:

1. Facilitate the creation of lots to a size and dimension of that allows the zones and precincts to achieve the intended use.
2. Reconfiguring lots ensures that future lots are resilient from the impacts of flood and bushfire.
3. Reconfiguring lots does not adversely impact on the cultural heritage or biodiversity values of an area or water quality.
4. Reconfiguring lots does not adversely impact on the Shire’s economy.

The purpose of the code will be achieved through the following overall outcomes:

1. Reconfiguration of lots creates safe, functional and suitable lots that are consistent with the existing zone and precinct intent.
2. Reconfiguration of lots ensures that development can provide adequate access and services for all new lots.
3. Reconfiguration of lots does not lead to a loss of biodiversity and ecological connectivity.
4. Reconfiguration ensures the environmental values and quality of Queensland waters are protected and enhanced.

7.4.2.1 Assessment benchmarks – reconfiguring a lot

Table 7.4.2.2 – acceptable outcomes for lot sizes and frontages

10. Schedule 1 - Definitions

SC1.1 Use definitions

1. Use definitions have a specific meaning for the purpose of the planning scheme.
2. Any use not listed in Table SC1.1.2 column 1 is an undefined use.
   Note—Development comprising a combination of defined uses is not considered to be an undefined use.
3. A use listed in Table SC1.1.2 column 1 has the meaning set out beside that term in column 2.
4. The use definitions listed here are the definitions used in this planning scheme.
5. Column 3 of Table SC1.1.2 identifies examples of the types of that are consistent with the use identified in column 1.
6. Column 4 of Table SC1.1.2 identifies examples of activities that are not consistent with the use identified in column 1.
7. Columns 3 and 4 of Table SC1.1.2 are not exhaustive lists.
8. Uses listed in Table SC1.1.2 columns 3 and 4 which are not listed in column 1 form part of the definition.

Table SC1.1.1—Index of use definitions

Table SC1.1.2—Use definitions

SC1.1.1    Defined activity groups

1. Defined use terms listed in Table SC1.1.2 are able to be clustered into activity groups.
2. An activity group listed in column 1 clusters the defined uses listed in column 2.
3. An activity group is able to be referenced in Part 5.
4. The activity groups listed here are the defined activity groups for the purpose of the planning scheme.

Table SC1.1.2—Defined activity groups

SC1.2    Administrative definitions

1. Administrative terms and definitions assist with the interpretation of the planning scheme but do not have a meaning in relation to a use term.
2. An administrative term listed in Table SC1.2.1 column 1 has the meaning set out beside that term in column 2 under the heading.
3. The administrative terms and definitions listed here are the terms and definitions for the purpose of the planning scheme.

Note - As prescribed by section 8 the Regulation the definitions for the following administrative terms are located in schedule 4, column 2 of the Regulation

Table SC1.2.1—Administrative terms and definitions as per the regulated requirements

11. Schedule 2 - Mapping

SC2.1 Map index

The table(s) below lists any strategic framework, zoning maps applicable to the planning scheme area.

View the Interactive Map

Table SC2.1.1 Map index

SC2.2 Online Mapping Resources

The table below lists online mapping resources relevant to the planning scheme.

Table SC2.2.1 Online Mapping Resources

12. Schedule 3 - Priority Infrastructure plan

3.1 Preliminary

1. The purpose of the priority infrastructure plan is to:
   1. integrate and coordinate land use planning and infrastructure planning
   2. ensure that trunk infrastructure is planned and provided in an efficient and orderly manner.
2. The priority infrastructure plan:
   1. states in Section 5.2 (planning assumptions) the projections of future urban growth and the assumptions of demand for each trunk infrastructure network, which have informed the preparation of the priority infrastructure plan
   2. identifies in Section 5.3 (priority infrastructure area) the prioritised area to accommodate urban growth for 10 to 15 years
   3. states in Section 5.4 (desired standards of service) for each network of development infrastructure the desired standard of performance of infrastructure
   4. identifies in Section 5.5 (plans for trunk infrastructure) the existing and planned trunk infrastructure for the following networks:
      1. water supply
      2. wastewater
      3. transport

3.2 Planning assumptions

1. The planning assumptions form a logical and consistent basis for the planning of the trunk infrastructure networks and the determination of the priority infrastructure area.

3.2.1 - Residential and non-residential projections

Table 3.2.1: Existing and Projected Population

Note: “Other dwelling” refers to caravan, cabin, improvised home, tent, sleepers out etc.

Table 3.2.2 - Existing and projected dwellings

Note: “Other dwelling” refers to caravan, cabin, improvised home, tent, sleepers out etc.

Table 3.2.3 Existing and projected employment

Table 3.2.4 Existing and projected non-residential floor space

3.3 Priority infrastructure area

1. The priority infrastructure area is the area where suitable and adequate development infrastructure exists, or where it can be provided most efficiently.
2. The priority infrastructure area identifies the area where Murweh Shire Council gives priority to provide trunk infrastructure for urban development up to 2021.
3. The priority infrastructure area is identified in PIPMap 01 & 02.

3.4 Desired standards of service

1. The desired standard of service details the standards that comprise an infrastructure network most suitable for the local context.
2. The desired standard of service is supported by the more detailed network design standards included in planning scheme policies, legislation, statutory guidelines and other relevant controlled documents about design standards identified below.

Table 3.4.1 Water supply

Table 3.4.2 Sewerage

Table 3.4.3 Transport

3.5 Plans for trunk infrastructure

1. The plans for trunk infrastructure identify the existing and proposed trunk infrastructure networks intended to service the assumed development at the desired standard of service stated in the PIP.
2. The plans for trunk infrastructure are identified in PIPMap 03 - 08.

Table 5.5.1 defines the trunk infrastructure networks, systems and items identified in the priority infrastructure plan.

Table 3.5.1 Trunk infrastructure networks, systems and items

13. Schedule 4 - Notation required under the Planning Act 2016

SC4.1 Notation of decisions affecting the planning scheme under section 89 of the Act

Table SC4.1 – Notation of decisions under section 89 of the Act

Editor’s note—This schedule must include details of:

• development approvals that are substantially inconsistent with the planning scheme
• variation approvals 
• decisions agreeing to a superseded planning scheme request to apply to a superseded scheme to a particular development.

SC4.2 Notation of resolution(s) under Chapter 4, Part 2, Division 2 of the Act

Table SC4.2 Notation of resolutions under Chapter 4, Part 2, Division 2 of the Act

SC4.3 Notation of registration for urban encroachment provisions under section 267 of the Act

Table SC4.3—Notation of registrations made under section 267 of the Act

14. Schedule 5 - Designation of premises for development

Table SC5.1 - Designation of premises for development of infrastructure under section 42

15. Schedule 6 - Local Heritage Places

Schedule 6 - Local Heritage Places

The Murweh Shire Council has adopted a Local Heritage Register in accordance with the requirements of Part 11 of the Queensland Heritage Act 1992 (the Act). The Act requires local councils keep a Local Heritage Register of places of cultural significance in its area and will identify and protect the history and heritage of the Murweh Shire for future generations.

The local heritage places not only provide a sense of identity for the local community but reflect the unique history of our Shire. The places listed below have been included on the register as they reflect the important historical themes of the Murweh Shire such as a significant regional centre, agricultural activities and tourism.

The significance of identified places was assessed using recognised heritage criteria including:

1. The place is important in demonstrating the evolution or pattern of the Shires history.
2. The place demonstrates rare, uncommon or endangered aspects of the Shire's cultural heritage.
3. The place has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of the Shire's history.
4. The place is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a particular class of cultural places important to the Shire.
5. The place is important to the Shire because of its aesthetic significance.
6. The place is important in demonstrating a high degree of creative or technical achievement at a particular period for the Shire.
7. The place has a strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group for social, cultural or spiritual reasons important to the Shire.
8. The place has a special association with the life or work of a particular person, group or organisation of importance in the Shire's history.

Table SC6.1 - Local Heritage Places

16. Appendix 1 - Index

Table A1 — Abbreviations and acronyms

17. Appendix 2 - Table of amendments

Table A2—Table of amendments