The Bayside Planning Scheme came into effect on 24 February 2000. It sets out policies and controls for the use, development and protection of land in the municipality.
The scheme consists of a written document (ordinance) and any maps, plans or other documents incorporated in it. The Bayside Planning Scheme is available from the "Planning Schemes On-line" section of the Department of Sustainability and Environment website.
The Scheme contains three main sections:
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State Planning Policy Framework (SPPF)
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Local Planning Policy Framework (Municipal Strategic Statement & Local Planning Policies)
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Land Use and Development Controls (Zones and Overlays)
State Planning Policy Framework (SPPF)
The SPPF, which is prepared by the State, covers strategic issues of State importance and lists policies under six headings:
This policy framework is identical in every planning scheme in Victoria
Local Planning Policy Framework (LPPF)
The LPPF, which is prepared by Council, contains a Municipal Strategic Statement and local planning policies. The framework:
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identifies long term directions about land use and development in the municipality
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presents a vision for the local community and other stakeholders
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provides the rationale for the zone and overlay requirements and particular provisions in the scheme.
Zone and Overlay Provisions
The Zone and Overlay requirements and Particular Provisions are controls that implement the State and Local Planning Policy Frameworks. They outline:
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The type of use and development allowed in each zone
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Additional requirements for subdivision, buildings and works on land affected by an overlay
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Requirements for any specific uses and development
02-Dec-2003
