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  • Draft Position Statement - Special Entertainment Precincts

    The State Government is seeking feedback on reforms to establish special entertainment precincts in Western Australia. The reforms aim to ensure the ongoing viability of our State’s entertainment industry by balancing the needs of venues with other businesses and residents in vibrant entertainment areas. What is a special entertainment precinct? A special entertainment precinct is an area with a diverse mix of land uses (both residential and commercial) including... More
    Closed 14 February 2020

  • GBRS development application - South Regional TAFE, Harvey

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking comment on a planning proposal at Lot 284, 7 James Stirling Place, Harvey. The proposal is for a change in land use from administration offices to educational establishment (South Regional TAFE). The development application works are limited to the northern rectangular brick building, proposed to be retro-fitted using the existing building shell to create: Three classrooms – to accommodate a maximum of 17 students... More
    Closed 27 February 2020

  • MRS minor amendment 1360/57 - Normalisation of Armadale Redevelopment Areas

    Following substantial completion of urban renewal projects in the Armadale redevelopment areas, the State Government is proposing to return planning control for these areas from DevelopmentWA (formerly the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority) to the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) and the City of Armadale. For this to occur, the WAPC has initiated amendments to the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS). The proposed amendments seek to re-establish various zones and... More
    Closed 28 February 2020

  • Community Titles Discussion Paper

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) and Landgate are welcoming feedback on the Community Titles Act 2018 Discussion Paper that looks at how the new community titles schemes may work in practice in Western Australia. The Discussion Paper aims to generate stakeholder input into the key planning and development provisions of the Community Titles Act 2018. Your feedback will help inform the drafting instructions for the Regulations for the Community Titles Act... More
    Closed 28 February 2020

  • MRS minor amendment 1356/57 - Normalisation of Central Perth and Subiaco Redevelopment Area

    Following substantial completion of urban renewal projects in the Central Perth and Subiaco redevelopment areas, the State Government is proposing to return planning control for these areas from DevelopmentWA (formerly the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority) to the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) and the respective local governments – being the cities of Perth, Subiaco and Vincent and the Town of Cambridge. For this to occur, the WAPC has initiated amendments to the... More
    Closed 28 February 2020

  • Greater Bunbury Region Scheme Amendment 0056/57 - Bunbury Turf Club

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Greater Bunbury Region Scheme (GBRS) in the City of Bunbury. The changes propose to rezone Lots 4354 and 4440 Bussell Highway, Carey Park, Bunbury from Private Recreation to Urban; and part of the Bussell Highway road reserve from Other Regional Roads to Urban, to facilitate future commercial developments. More
    Closed 30 March 2020

  • Cape Peron

    Cape Peron is a coastal gem. Its spectacular natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere have been treasured by past generations but needs to be planned for into the future. The Perth and Peel @ 3.5 million frameworks establish a vision for the Perth and Peel regions and identified Cape Peron as one of 15 Planning Investigation Areas (PIAs). PIAs are areas which need further detailed planning to establish the appropriate range of land uses and compatible activities. With more visitors,... More
    Closed 24 April 2020

  • Wellington Dam Mural Development Application

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a development proposal to undertake painting works for a mural on the wall face of the Wellington Dam, located at Lot 3501 (Reserve 46213) in the Shire of Dardanup. It is anticipated the artwork will become the world’s largest outdoor mural painted by a single artist, and an iconic tourist attraction in the area. The development application process is a planning process only to assess and... More
    Closed 29 April 2020

  • MRS minor amendment 1357/57 - Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority Normalisation Midland

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the local government area of Swan . The purpose of this amendment is to re-establish the various zones and reservations in the central districts of the MRS to zone and reserve portions of the land currently under the planning control of Development WA (formerly the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority), pursuant to the... More
    Closed 1 May 2020

  • MRS minor amendment 1361/57 - City of Canning Omnibus 1

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the local government areas of Canning and Gosnells . This amendment proposes to update various zones and reservations in the Central Districts of the Perth Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) at the request of the City of Canning. Proposals within the amendment include small scale amendments to the region scheme which do not... More
    Closed 1 May 2020

  • MRS Minor Amendment 1363/57 – Lots 15 and 18 Mason Road, Kwinana Beach

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the local government of Kwinana. The amendment proposes to rezone portions of Lots 15 and 18 Mason Road, Kwinana Beach and an area of local road reserve from the Railways reservation to the Industrial zone in the MRS. The Western Australian Planning Commission certifies that, in its opinion, the... More
    Closed 15 May 2020

  • MRS Minor amendment 1364/57 - Kwinana Freeway, Mundijong Road, Kulija Road Intersection

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the local government of Rockingham. The amendment proposes to transfer approximately 37.3 hectares of land in Baldivis from the Rural, Urban and Urban Deferred zones and the Other Regional Roads reservation to the Primary Regional Roads reservation in the MRS. The Western Australian Planning Commission... More
    Closed 15 May 2020

  • MRS minor amendment 1365/57 – Pt Lot 4 Fern Road and Pt Lot 102 Castledare Place, Wilson

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the City of Canning. The amendment proposes to reclassify portions of Lot 4 Fern Road and Lot 102 Castledare Place, Wilson from the Urban zone to Parks and Recreation reserve (0.50 hectare) and reclassify land from Parks and Recreation reserve to the Urban zone (1.02 hectares), in the MRS. 1.11 hectares of Bush Forever site 224 is proposed... More
    Closed 5 June 2020

  • MRS Minor amendment 1366/57 – Lot 912 Midland Road, Bushmead

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the City of Swan. The amendment proposes to transfer approximately 23.89 hectares of land in Bushmead from the Public Purposes - Commonwealth Government reservation to the Urban and Urban Deferred zones in the MRS. The WAPC certifies that, in its opinion, the proposed amendment does not constitute a substantial alteration to... More
    Closed 5 June 2020

  • Draft Ocean Reef Marina Improvement Scheme

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on the draft Ocean Reef Marina Improvement Scheme, within the City of Joondalup. The Improvement Scheme provides land use and development controls over the scheme area, including heads of power to prepare Improvement Scheme Policies (including Design Guidelines) and local development plans. The Improvement Scheme will replace the Metropolitan Region Scheme and Local Planning Scheme No.... More
    Closed 26 June 2020

  • MRS Minor amendments 1369/57 – West Piara Urban Precinct and 1370/57 – West Piara High School Site

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC)is seeking public comment on proposals to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the City of Armadale. 1369/57 - West Piara Urban Precinct The purpose of this amendment is to rezone approximately 112.26 ha of land in Piara Waters from the Rural-Water Protection zone to the Urban and Urban Deferred zones and Primary Regional Roads reservation (including Water Catchments adjustment) under the MRS. The... More
    Closed 17 July 2020

  • Draft Port Hedland West End Improvement Scheme No. 1

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on the draft Port Hedland West End Improvement Scheme No. 1, applying to land within the Port Hedland townsite. The Improvement Scheme will provide land use and development controls over the scheme area, including powers for the WAPC to determine development applications, prepare Improvement Scheme Policies, structure plans, and local development plans. The Improvement Scheme will replace the... More
    Closed 31 July 2020

  • Aboriginal heritage assessment of ID:15979 (Avon River)

    Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 Notice of Assessment Aboriginal Heritage Place ID 15979 (Avon River) The Aboriginal Cultural Material Committee will assess Aboriginal place ID 15979, being the Avon River, at its meeting on 11 August 2020. The Avon River has special significance due to its association with the Dreamtime creative spirit and the Waugal (or Rainbow Serpent). Map of Avon River Property owners with land interests that adjoin or intersect any part of the Avon... More
    Closed 7 August 2020

  • Guidelines for State Government Heritage

    The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (the Department) on behalf of the Heritage Council of Western Australia is seeking comment from State Government agencies on two draft Guidelines for State Government Heritage : Management and Conservation of State Government Heritage Assets. Preparation, review and periodic updating of State Government Heritage Inventories. The Heritage Act 2018 highlighted the need for Guidelines... More
    Closed 20 August 2020

  • Metropolitan Region Scheme Minor amendment 1367/57 – Part Lot 5131 Jandakot Road, Treeby and Surrounds

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the local government of Cockburn. The amendment seeks to rezone approximately 31.93 ha of land in the Treeby locality from the Rural-Water Protection zone to the Urban zone under the MRS. Rationalisation of Bush Forever site 390 (addition: 2.39 ha and removal: 9.58 ha) is also proposed. The amendment will allow... More
    Closed 4 September 2020

  • Metropolitan Region Scheme Minor amendment 1368/57 – Wandi High School Site

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the local government of Kwinana. The amendment seeks to rezone approximately 9.93 ha of land in Wandi from the Urban zone to the Public Purposes - High School reservation under the MRS . The amendment will facilitate the planning and development of a future high school on the subject land The Western Australian... More
    Closed 4 September 2020

  • R-Codes Interim COVID-19 Review

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on draft amendments to State Planning Policy 7.3 – Residential Design Codes: Volume 1 (R-Codes). The R-Codes set out the basis of design and assessment for single houses, grouped dwellings and multiple dwellings (less than R40) in Western Australia. Generally, single houses and structures such as patios or carports that meet deemed-to-comply provisions do not require development approval. This interim... More
    Closed 10 September 2020

  • Proposed Amendments to the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015

    The State Government is continuing to implement planning reforms that will support Western Australia’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan and create a more flexible, responsive and contemporary planning system. Consultation is now sought on 30 proposed changes to local planning regulations which will exempt small residential and non-residential projects from requiring development approval and introduce improved change-of-use and parking requirements for small businesses in... More
    Closed 25 September 2020

  • MRS minor amendments - 1372/57 - Pt Lot 800 Canning Road, Carmel and 1373/57 - Old Railway Reserve, Kalamunda and Surrounds

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is seeking public comment on proposals to amend the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS) for land in the City of Kalamunda. 1372/57 - Part Lot 800 Canning Road, Carmel (Heidelberg Park) The purpose of the amendment is to transfer approximately 10.78 ha of land from the Parks and Recreation reservation to the Urban zone under the MRS. The proposed Urban zoning will allow for aged persons facilities and public open... More
    Closed 25 September 2020

  • Mid-West LNG Plant

    The proposed Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Plant located 13km south of Mount Magnet will take natural gas from the Mid-West Gas Pipeline and convert to a liquid form prior to road transportation across the region. This consultation has closed. More information about this development application can be found on the DPLH website . Image is for illustrative purposes only and is not an accurate reflection of the proposed development. More
    Closed 30 September 2020

  • Alkimos Station Development Application

    The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (on behalf of the Western Australian Planning Commission) is seeking public comment on the Alkimos Station Development Application that proposes: a new universally accessible station a new bus interchange facility and bicycle parking infrastructure a new road network to provide access to the station and bus interchange a dedicated passenger drop off area and a park and ride facility with approximately 600 bays. ... More
    Closed 30 September 2020

  • Yanchep Station development application

    The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (on behalf of the Western Australian Planning Commission) is seeking public comment on the Yanchep Station Development Application that proposes: a new end of line station which includes a ground-level concourse and station building to connect both sides of the development, with two platforms located in a cutting a new bus interchange facility and bicycle parking infrastructure a new road... More
    Closed 30 September 2020

  • Eglinton Station development application

    The Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (on behalf of the Western Australian Planning Commission) is seeking public comment on the Eglinton Station Development Application that proposes: a new universally accessible station a new bus interchange facility and bicycle parking infrastructure a new road network to provide access to the station and bus interchange a dedicated passenger drop off area and a park and ride facility with approximately... More
    Closed 30 September 2020

  • Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Bill 2020

    The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Bill 2020 is now open for public consultation. This new legislation will replace the outdated Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 concluding more than two years of consultation with Aboriginal people, industry representatives, heritage professionals and the Western Australian community. The Bill establishes a modern approach to protecting Aboriginal cultural heritage in Western Australia that will reset the relationship between land users and... More
    Closed 9 October 2020

  • Draft Operational Policy 2.4 - Planning for school sites

    The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) has worked closely with the departments of Education and Finance to collaboratively review Development Control Policy 2.4 - School sites (DC 2.4). The revised draft has been renamed Operational Policy 2.4 - Planning for school sites (OP 2.4). This review updates the 1998 policy to reflect current planning practice, improve strategic school site planning, address known issues on locational and physical site requirements for schools, and to... More
    Closed 19 October 2020
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