Planning Policy

February 15, 2022

Posted at 17:23h in Planning Policy

Tree removal in urban properties may be needed for a number of reasons: To make way for an addition or a new dwelling To make space in the yard To remove a problem tree or to maintain tree health Before picking up that chainsaw it is a good idea...

May 05, 2021

Posted at 13:52h in Planning Policy

Every local council in Victoria has local planning policy – and some have more than others! It is important to understand the local policies that apply to your project to make sure that your project won’t become derailed. Generally policies are formed for the most popular...

October 02, 2020

Posted at 00:19h in Housing, Planning Policy

The Mornington Peninsula Housing Strategy was first adopted in 2017. Since then they have done some additional work on neighbourhood character guidelines as well as attempting to commence a planning scheme amendment. You can read more about the original housing strategy here. Presumably, this refresh of...

December 20, 2019

Posted at 00:18h in Housing, Planning Controls, Planning Policy

The Planning Scheme Amendment to implement the Casey Housing, 2019 has been approved (known as Amendment C198). The Planning Scheme Amendment has introduced a suite of new residential zones into the municipality. These new residential zones are intended to guide the preferred development...

September 30, 2019

Posted at 15:32h in Planning Policy, Planning Process

The second amendment of the Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre (FMAC) was approved last month.  This follows a two year process, including a panel hearing to consider submissions back in February 2018. The amendment known as C124 focuses on rezoning Areas 1-5 of the Frankston Metropolitan Activity...

May 31, 2019

Posted at 04:46h in Planning Policy

Kingston Council are starting to plan for a Structure Plan for the Chelsea Activity Centre. They have started the process with some public consultation during May/June. They are seeking to research what is important for locals to the Chelsea area. Over June...

May 20, 2019

Posted at 01:09h in Housing, Planning Policy, Planning Process

Kingston City Council are currently undergoing a consultation process as part of developing the new housing and planning rules for the municipality. More details on the draft strategies and the drop in sessions can be found here. Following initial research and consultation, the Kingston Council...