FAQs
What is a planning proposal?
A Planning Proposal is a document (including supporting information) that explains the intended effect of a proposed Local Environmental Plan (LEP) or proposed amendment to an LEP. It describes the intended outcomes, identifies and assesses the potential impacts that the changes to the LEP may have and provides justification for making the LEP.
What is a Local Environment Plan?
Local Environmental Plans (LEPs) guide planning decisions for local government areas through zoning and development controls.
They provide a local framework for the way land can be developed and used. LEPs are the main planning tool to shape the future of communities by ensuring local development is carried out appropriately.
Changes to LEPs are important to maintain up-to-date local planning controls. The LEP making process aims to make sure these changes are strategically aligned and deliver good planning outcomes.
What does R2, RU2 and C2 mean?
R2 is a zone which applies to residential areas. The objective of the zone is to provide for the housing needs of the community within a low-density residential environment. The R2 zone also enables other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day-to-day needs of residents
RU2 is a zone applied to rural areas. The objectives of the zone relate to retention and protection of the rural and scenic landscape character where the zone applies.
C2 is a zone applied for conservation purposes. The objective of the zone is to protect areas of high ecological, scientific, cultural or aesthetic values of the land it applies to.