Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the applicant for this Amendment and who is the owner of the site?
The applicant is Rowe Group on behalf of Parcel Property.
Who is the decision maker for this Amendment?
Amendment 2 to the West DSP will be determined by the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) under clause 16 of the Metropolitan Region Scheme (MRS).
What is the role of the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (the Department) in this project?
The Department is responsible for assessing the draft Amendment No. 2 to the DSP and undertaking consultation on behalf of the WAPC.
Following community consultation and engagement with local and State government authorities, the Department will undertake a further review of the draft documents and make a recommendation to the WAPC regarding the draft Amendment.
The final decision will be made by the WAPC.
What is the North Ellenbrook (West) District Structure Plan (West DSP)?
The North Ellenbrook (West) District Structure Plan was approved by the WAPC in August 2022 to refine the Sub-regional Framework and guide the development of approximately 6,200-7,000 dwellings, four primary schools, one high school, district open space, activity centres, drainage and local and regional reserves.
Does my feedback on North Ellenbrook (East) District Structure Plan Amendment 1 and 2, impact my feedback on this amendment?
The Department’s officers will consider submissions for each Amendment. If you have feedback related to this Amendment it must be submitted separately via the online survey or via post to: Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage, Land Use Planning – Metro North East Team, Locked Bag 2506, Perth, 6001.
What is Amendment 2 to the West DSP proposing?
Amendment 2 is proposing to change 106ha of light industrial uses to residential, schools and open space.
What about industrial land supply in the area?
A substantial amount of industrial land supply is planned north of the Amendment 2 area through the Bullsbrook Freight and Industrial Land Use Planning Strategy, which coordinates planning and infrastructure requirements for 3,339ha of land for industrial development over the next 70+ years.
Why is this Amendment being advertised?
To obtain community feedback on the proposed Amendment 2, as part of the assessment process. The proposal is being advertised pursuant to clause 15(c) of the MRS.
What is the land zoned under the MRS?
The site is zoned Urban and reserved Regional Open Space under the MRS.
How will the Amendment to the West DSP impact my property?
Amendment 2 will apply to your property if it is located within the identified boundary (please see the Amendment 2 West DSP Map under Key Documents).
It does not mean you have an obligation to develop but will provide the framework for future subdivision and zoning, when a landowner chooses to develop/subdivide.
This advertising process is an opportunity to help inform how the area is developed and to provide feedback on Amendment 2.
What protections are in place to ensure necessary water resource management measures are incorporated into the planning and development of the land?
State Planning Policy 2.9: Water (SPP 2.9) seeks to ensure that planning and development proposals considers water resource management and includes appropriate measures to protect water quality and quantity and deliver sustainable outcomes at the various stages of the planning process.
The Amendment 2 area is considered in the approved DSP and its endorsed District Water Management Strategy (JDA, 2022) that coordinates overall water and nutrient management measures in response to site constraints. A Technical Note (JDA, 2024) has been prepared to address the change in land use. Additional investigations and refinements to management responses will be considered at later planning stages.
Has state funding for infrastructure been secured for North Ellenbrook?
The State Government allocated funding in the May 2026 Budget to support water, wastewater and power infrastructure in major growth corridors, including North Ellenbrook. Funding has been secured for the initial development stages.
What is the process for Amendment 2 to the DSP to be determined?
After the advertising period ends, the WAPC will consider submissions and Amendment 2 to the West DSP will need to be finalised, including any modifications required in response to matters raised in submissions.
Where a Technical Advisory Group (TAG) has been involved, the Department may convene further TAG meetings to address matters raised in submissions, which require resolution before Amendment 2 to the West DSP is considered by the WAPC.
The Department will provide a report on the Amendment 2 with a recommendation that will be presented and considered by the WAPC.
Will I be advised about the Amendment outcome?
If you agree to be contacted when you make your online submission, you will be notified of the application outcome.
Where can I get more information?
While public advertising is open, the amendment can be viewed on this page or in person by appointment at the Department’s Perth offices, Level 2, 140 William Street, Perth.
Appointment requests and any enquiries related to the application should be directed to the Department, either by email to newestdsp@dplh.wa.gov.au or by phone to 6551 8002.