Structure plans
Structure plans provide directions on the future growth and development of a township.
Structure plans:
- identify the key strategic planning issues facing a township including community aspirations and needs
- define the preferred future directions for a townships including the location of settlement boundaries
- identify appropriate planning controls which will protect and enhance the distinctive elements of a township biodiversity and landscape features.
Structure plans provide information on:
- policy context
- natural and urban environment
- demographics and social profile
- township facilities and services
- transport and physical infrastructure
- commercial growth residential lot supply and further development.
They also provide key principles and directions in relation to:
- urban growth
- infrastructure
- housing
- natural environment
- rural land
- economic development and employment.
Structure plans help Council to:
- ensure adequate lot supply to cater for a growing population
- protect significant environmental and landscape features
- determine the future provision of infrastructure and services
- determine the application of local planning policies planning zones and overlays
- guide Council’s consideration of proposed rezonings and applications for planning permits
- provide certainty for residents and landowners regarding the future planning direction for a township for the next 10-15 years.
Your participation
You can be involved with the development and review of structure plans when they affect your township.
Need to know more...
Pending decisions on the development of the next Precinct Structure Plans
The Council will be deciding on the next precinct structure plans (PSPs) to be delivered in late 2022.
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Structure plans are typically reviewed every 10 to 15 years. Lot supply is monitored every five years.