Council calls for feedback on planning scheme

Fraser Coast Regional Council is seeking feedback on its planning scheme.

Councillor David Lewis said a discussion paper was being released which identified the planning scheme's current policy framework and new trends that are shaping the Fraser Coast region. 

“Council planning schemes set out the objectives and policies for the use, development and protection of land. The scheme sets out which types of development require development approval, and the standards that new development must meet,” he said.

“The paper seeks feedback on whether changes are required to the planning scheme to ensure that it aligns with new trends and community priorities over the next 20 years.

“Everyone is invited to respond to any or all of the questions throughout the discussion paper and more broadly, to provide comment on any issues they feel are relevant to the planning scheme review.

“The questions are not intended to limit other possibilities and suggestions, but to create a starting point for conversation. 

“If the planning scheme review identifies the need for specific amendments, further opportunities to provide comment will be provided as part of the formal planning scheme amendment process.”

These questions are included in an online survey available on Council's website via – https://frasercoast.engagementhub.com.au/planning-scheme-review-project.

The use of this online form will significantly assist analysis of the feedback. 

Alternatively, written submissions may be lodged by emailing to planning.scheme@frasercoast.qld.gov.au or posting to

Planning and Growth, Fraser Coast Regional Council, PO Box 1943, Hervey Bay, Qld 4655.

Submissions on the Discussion Paper close at 5pm on Friday, 13 November 2020.