What we do

The Planning Commission's primary role is to prepare integrated strategic plans in consultation with the community.

These plans may identify future transport corridors, utility corridors and sites for essential facilities including communication, water and power supply, gas and similar condensates, effluent treatment and regional waste, public and social infrastructure.

The Planning Commission may provide guidance on where and how communities or urban areas should grow.

Our plans can include maps, policy statements and objectives relating to housing, transport, economic development, the environment, open space and conservation.

The work of the Planning Commission is a collective effort that takes into account:

  • Population growth predictions
  • Community needs and aspiration
  • Heritage and cultural values
  • The natural environment
  • Social infrastructure
  • Land supply and housing diversity
  • Energy and water supply
  • Disaster and climate risk
  • Industry and employment
  • Mobility and accessibility
  • Character and Design

Watch this short video for a summary of the plan-making process.

Our Vision

The Planning Commission will set the strategic framework to guide integrated land use, transport, social and physical infrastructure planning to meet emerging needs for economic growth, community wellbeing, environmental sustainability and resilience.

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