Local planning policies

Local planning policies provide guidance and a consistent approach to the way particular types of planning applications and forms of development are assessed and determined by the Town.

Current local planning policies

The current approved local planning policies can be browsed via the below tabs.

Residential

Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape

Under the provisions of the Residential Design Codes of Western Australia (R-Codes Volume 1), local authorities may prepare and adopt Local Planning Policies to vary the acceptable development provisions for certain design elements set out in Part 5 of the R-Codes Volume 1. 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.

Working Version

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.

Please Note. this local Planning policy is scheduled for major review in 2025/26

Local Planning Policy 25 - Streetscape (Working Version)

Local Planning Policy 2 - 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 27 - Building Height Controls

Local Planning Policy 36 - Climate Control (Energy Efficiency)

Local Planning Policy 39 - Tree Planting & Retention

This policy outlines the requirements for the provision of planting and retention of trees on private land and the street verge associated with the development of land in the Town.

The Town's Preferred Tree Species List has been developed to assist developers, builders and homeowners with selection of trees that may be suitable for planting within private property, in accordance with LPP 39.

Read more information on LPP39

Local Planning Policy 42 - Vehicle Access for Residential Development

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 27 - Building Height Controls

Local Planning Policy 38 - Signs

Local Planning Policy 39 - Tree Planting & Retention

This policy outlines the requirements for the provision of planting and retention of trees on private land and the street verge associated with the development of land in the Town.

The Town's Preferred Tree Species List has been developed to assist developers, builders and homeowners with selection of trees that may be suitable for planting within private property, in accordance with LPP 39.

Read more information on LPP39

Transport & Infrastructure

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

At its meeting on 17 September 2024 Council resolved to adopt a revised LPP23. On 26 September 2024, the amended LPP23 has taken effect and LPPs 24 and 30 have been revoked.

Local Planning Policy 42 - Vehicle Access for Residential Development

Design Guidelines

Local Planning Policy 8 - Sunbury Park Site Design Guidelines

Local Planning Policy 15 - East Victoria Park Gateway Shopping Area Design Guidelines

Local Planning Policy 16 - Albany Highway Residential/Commercial Design Guidelines

Local Planning Policy 17 - Street Frontage Design Guidelines for District Centres and Commercial Areas along Albany Highway

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

LPP 40 provides detailed objectives and development standards to support the intended transition of the Burswood Station East (BSE) sub-precinct into a transit-oriented, mixed use development area. It also sets out provisions for the collection of contributions toward public open space and design concepts for future public realm upgrades.

The BSE sub-precinct is the area bounded by Great Eastern Highway, Graham Farmer Freeway and the Armadale rail corridor.

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

This policy includes the following details around the creation, maintenance and amendment of the heritage list and places included on it:

  • Format of the heritage list. 
  • Threshold for inclusion on the list.
  • Specifying the requirement for development approval.
  • Changes to the heritage list.
  • Exemptions from development approvals for works to a place on the list.
  • Submission of Heritage Impact Statements.

Town of Victoria Park Local Heritage List 

For more information on Local Heritage 

Miscellaneous

Local Planning Policy 21 - Restricted Premises

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

This policy guides and facilitates the appropriate provision of specialised forms of accommodation other than dwellings, including accommodation occupied on a temporary basis, such as bed and breakfasts, residential buildings, lodging houses, and serviced apartments.

Read more information on LPP 31

Local Planning Policy 34 - Sea Containers 

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 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 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 41 - Exemption Policy for Specified Changes of Use and Activities Carried Out From Existing Buildings (Revoked 22 April 2021)

 

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