Local planning policies

Local planning policies provide guidance and a consistent approach to how different types of planning applications are assessed and determined by the Town.

Residential

Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape

Under the provisions of the Residential Design Codes of Western Australia set out in Part 5 (R-Codes Volume 1), local authorities may prepare and adopt Local Planning Policies to vary the acceptable development provisions for certain design elements. The Town of Victoria Park has prepared and adopted Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape (LPP 25), which applies to all residential development within the Town, unless specific design guidelines are applicable.

The policy reinforces local residential character by ensuring that new residential development is of high quality and contributes positively to the street environment.

Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape - Working Version (Annotated)

The planning framework has changed considerably since this policy was first adopted in 2013. The purpose of this working version is to clarify the current administration of policy provisions and indicate which policy provisions apply for an Application for Development Approval (DA) and/or Deemed-to-Comply Check - Development Approval Exemption for Single Houses and Additions.

Local Planning Policy 2 - Home Based Businesses

Find out more about Home Based Businesses
Local Planning Policy 4 - Mixed Use and Residential Uses in Non Residential Areas
Local Planning Policy 7 - Development and Vehicle Access to Properties Abutting Rights-Of-Way

Local Planning Policy 31 - Serviced Apartments and Residential Buildings including Short Term Accommodation

Find out more about Short Term Rental Accommodation and Serviced Apartments
Local Planning Policy 34 - Sea Containers
Local Planning Policy 42 - Vehicle Access for Residential Development

Local Planning Policy 46 - Sustainable Development - deferred implementation to commence from 8 January 2026

The Town is introducing a new Sustainable Development Policy (LPP46) to make it easier for landowners and developers to create buildings that are energy-efficient, water-wise, and environmentally responsible.

Endorsed by Council on 15 July 2025, Local Planning Policy 46 sets clear sustainability requirements for new developments while empowering developers to choose sustainability measures that are appropriate to their site context and budget, making sustainable design achievable, affordable, and flexible.

The new policy applies to development applications assessed from 8 January 2026 (not by the submission date). Applications lodged from October 2025 may be assessed under LPP46 due to standard 60/90-day assessment timeframes, so it’s important to understand and consider the policy when submitting your application.

Click below to learn more about the new policy how it applies to you.

Local Planning Policy 46 - Sustainable Development 
Local Planning Policy 47 - Tree Retention

Commercial & Industrial

Local Planning Policy 3 - Non-Residential Uses in or Adjacent to Residential Areas
Local Planning Policy 6 - Family Day Care and Child Care Premises

Local Planning Policy 14 - Industrial Uses in Proximity to Residential Areas

Local Planning Policy 23 - Bicycle Parking, Car Parking and Access for Non-Residential Development
Local Planning Policy 34 - Sea Containers 

Local Planning Policy 38 - Signs
Local Planning Policy 45 - Tree Planting for Non-Residential Development

Local Planning Policy 46 - Sustainable Development - deferred implementation to commence from 8 January 2026

Summary of sustainability measures
Local Planning Policy 47 - Tree Retention

Transport 

Local Planning Policy 7 - Development and Vehicle Access to Properties Abutting Rights-Of-Way
Local Planning Policy 23 - Bicycle Parking, Car Parking and Access for Non-Residential Development
Local Planning Policy 42 - Vehicle Access for Residential Development

 

Design Guidelines

Local Planning Policy 8 - Sunbury Park Site Design Guidelines

Local Planning Policy 22 - Development Standards for Causeway Precinct

Local Planning Policy 40 - Burswood Station East Development Standards and Public Realm Improvements

Local Planning Policy 40 - Appendix 1 - Relationship to R-Codes

Local Planning Policy 40 - Appendix 2 - Design Concepts for Public Realm Upgrades

Planning Procedures

Local Planning Policy 28 - State Administrative Tribunal Applications for Review
Local Planning Policy 29 - Public Art Private Developer Contribution
Local Planning Policy 32 - Exemptions from Development Approval

Local Planning Policy 33 - Guide to Concessions on Planning Requirements for Mixed Use, Multiple Dwelling and Non-Residential Developments
Local Planning Policy 37 - Community Consultation on Planning Proposals

Local Planning Policy 43 - Heritage List 

Town of Victoria Park Local Heritage List 

 

All Current Local Planning Policies

Local Planning Policy 2 - Home Based Businesses

Find out more about Home Based Businesses

Local Planning Policy 3 - Non-Residential Uses in or Adjacent to Residential Areas
Local Planning Policy 4 - Mixed Use and Residential Uses in Non Residential Areas
Local Planning Policy 6 - Family Day Care and Child Care Premises
Local Planning Policy 7 - Development and Vehicle Access to Properties Abutting Rights-Of-Way
Local Planning Policy 8 - Sunbury Park Site Design Guidelines
Local Planning Policy 14 - Industrial Uses in Proximity to Residential Areas
Local Planning Policy 21 - Restricted Premises
Local Planning Policy 22 - Development Standards for Causeway Precinct
Local Planning Policy 23 - Bicycle Parking, Car Parking and Access for Non-Residential Development

Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape

Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape (Annotated Working Version)
Local Planning Policy 28 - State Administrative Tribunal Applications for Review
Local Planning Policy 29 - Public Art Private Developer Contribution

Local Planning Policy 31 - Serviced Apartments and Residential Buildings including Short Term Accommodation

Find out more about Short Term Rental Accommodation and Serviced Apartments
Local Planning Policy 32 - Exemptions from Development Approval
Local Planning Policy 33 - Guide to Concessions on Planning Requirements for Mixed Use, Multiple Dwelling and Non-Residential Developments
Local Planning Policy 34 - Sea Containers
Local Planning Policy 37 - Community Consultation on Planning Proposals
Local Planning Policy 38 - Signs
Local Planning Policy 40 - Burswood Station East Development Standards and Public Realm Improvements

Local Planning Policy 40 - Appendix 1 - Relationship to R-Codes

Local Planning Policy 40 - Appendix 2 - Design Concepts for Public Realm Upgrades
Local Planning Policy 42 - Vehicle Access for Residential Development

Local Planning Policy 43 - Heritage List

Town of Victoria Park Local Heritage List 
Local Planning Policy 45 - Tree Planting for Non-Residential Development

Local Planning Policy 46 - Sustainable Development - deferred implementation to commence from 8 January 2026

Summary of sustainability measures
Local Planning Policy 47 - Tree Retention

 

Revoked Local Planning Policies

The following Local Planning Policies have been revoked and are no longer operational:

  • LPP 1 - Public Notification / Advertising Procedure (Revoked 11 December 2018)
  • LPP 5 - Mixed Residential or Commercial Development (Revoked 11 December 2018)
  • LPP 9 - Design Guidelines for Burswood Lakes (Revoked 16 August 2022)
  • LPP 10 - Pedestrian Walkways (Revoked 14 March 2024)
  • LPP 11 -  Control and Location of Amusement Centres (Revoked 14 March 2024)
  • LPP 12 - Control and Location of Advertising Balloons and Blimps (Revoked 27 November 2018)
  • LPP 13 - Roof Signs (Revoked 27 November 2018)
  • LPP 15 - East Victoria Park Gateway Shopping Area Design Guidelines (Revoked 28 August 2025)
  • LPP 16 - Albany Highway Residential/Commercial Design Guidelines (Revoked 28 August 2025)
  • LPP 17 - Street Frontage Design Guidelines for District Centres and Commercial Areas along Albany Highway (Revoked 28 August 2025)
  • LPP 18 - Telecommunications Facilities (Revoked 18 February 2020)
  • LPP 19 - Satellite Dishes (Revoked 18 February 2020)
  • LPP 20 - Design Guidelines for Developments with Buildings above 3 storeys (Revoked 14 March 2024)
  • LPP 24 - Loading and Unloading (Revoked 26 September 2024)
  • LPP 27 - Building Height Controls (Revoked 31 July 2025)
  • LPP 30 - Car Parking Standards for Developments Along Albany Highway (Revoked 26 September 2024)
  • LPP 35 - Policy Relating to Development in Burswood Station East (Revoked 21 February 2023)
  • LPP 36 - Climate Control Energy Efficiency (Revoked 31 July 2025)
  • LPP 39 - Tree Planting & Retention (Revoked 31 July 2025)
  • LPP 41 - Exemption Policy for Specified Changes of Use and Activities Carried Out From Existing Buildings (Revoked 22 April 2021)

 

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