Proposed Intensive Agriculture, General and Rural Industries and Alternative Energy Facility, Keralup - Part 11B Application for Significant Development
Consultation closes 23 July 2026
A significant development application for an Intensive Agriculture, General and Rural Industries and Alternative Energy Facility in Keralup has been received by the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) under Part 11B of the Planning and Development Act 2005.
The application proposes an integrated development with premises for intensive agriculture, general and rural industries, and alternative energy with an associated solar farm on part of Lot 9503 Gull Road, Keralup.
The development consists of the following elements:
A bio-fertiliser soil enhancement facility for enclosed, mycelium propagation and fungus farming, with an integrated research centre component.
A greenhouse facility with a 20-hectare production area to grow fruit and vegetables, and associated service buildings to pack, load and store produce.
A biochar and thermal energy facility where pre-processed agricultural biomass (crop residues) is converted into certified biochar through enclosed pyrolysis modules, and waste thermal energy is recovered.
A 6.4-megawatt solar farm covering 7.2 hectares with a battery energy storage system (BESS).
The application from Planning Solutions on behalf of Perth Foodbowl Corporation is required to be advertised to seek public comments and is open until 23 July 2026.
The development is valued at $350 million.
For more information about public consultation, including tips on how to make a good submission, please visit the Public consultation in the WA planning system webpage.
Key documents
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Key Documents- Some appendices and details in appendices have not been included due to confidentiality
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Applicant Planning Report (1.6 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Greenhouse Business Unit Overview - Appendix A (305 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Mycolizer Business Unit Overview - Appendix B - Updated (234 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant C-Twelve Business Unit Overview - Appendix C (310 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Solar Farm Business Unit Overview - Appendix D (255 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Architectual DA Report - Appendix E1 (12 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Development Application Plans - Appendix E2 (5.68 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Environmental Assessment Report - Appendix F (5.15 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Integrated Water Management Plan - Appendix G (206 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Bushfire Management Plan - Appendix H (25.4 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Traffic Impact Statement - Appendix I (7.14 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Landscape Management Plan - Appendix J (617 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Visual Impact Assesment - Appendix K (1.49 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Servicing Report - Appendix L (251 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Economic Impact Statement - Appendix M - Updated (337 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Renewable Energy Carbon Circular Economy Report - Appendix N (222 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Waste Management Plan - Appendix O (274 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Odour Assessment - Appendix P (274 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Acoustic Report - Noise Management Plan - Appendix Q (287 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Regulatory Approvals Index - Appendix R (128 KB) (pdf)
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Applicant Flora and Fauna Survey 2022 - Appendix S (19.4 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Feature Survey Lease 1 - Appendix T1 (1.03 MB) (pdf)
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Applicant Feature Survey Lease 6 - Appendix T2 (1.81 MB) (pdf)
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Collection Notice (143 KB) (pdf)
Frequently asked questions
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FAQs- Click to read
- What is the Part 11B Significant Development Pathway?
- Has there been any pre-lodgement engagement on the application?
- Has the proposal been subject to design review?
- Is this application seeking additional discretion under section 171R of the Planning and Development Act 2005?
- In which local government area is this proposed development located?
- Will the local government be consulted?
- What does the Shire planning framework say about the site?
- What consideration will the WAPC give to the planning framework requirements and local concerns?
- How is this application being advertised to the public?
- Will my submission be shared with the Shire or applicant?
- How is the development application assessed?
- Who is the decision-maker for this application?
- When will this application be determined?
- Will I be advised about the outcome of the application?
- Where can I get more information?