Frequently Asked Questions
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- to plan for the establishment of a vibrant and contemporary transit-oriented development that includes an appropriate mix of uses including a diverse range of housing;
- to provide for a range of non-residential uses in appropriate locations which include retail and commercial uses to support the employment needs of the local community and equitable access to goods, as well as the economic development of the area;
- to provide high quality, functional public open space for local amenity and to meet the recreational needs of the community;
- to provide an appropriate design response to drainage integrated with public open space;
- to achieve high-quality built form and public place design;
- to manage interface between future development within the precinct and future development within the adjacent Perth Airport Estate;
- to facilitate co-ordinated infrastructure planning and delivery;
- to facilitate land use activities that can respond to the planned development of the scheme area over time;
- to provide for the provision of a safe, integrated and efficient movement network that prioritises public transport, pedestrians and cyclists; and
- to facilitate the development of the precinct in a coordinated manner.
- enable the WAPC to undertake all steps to advance the planning and development of Redcliffe Station Precinct as provided for under Part 8 of the Planning and Development Act 2005;
- establish the strategic planning and development intent for Redcliffe Station Precinct;
- authorise the preparation of an Improvement Scheme for Redcliffe Station Precinct; and
- provide the objectives of the improvement scheme.
What is an improvement scheme?
An Improvement scheme is a statutory planning scheme similar to a local planning scheme, focusing on the area identified in an improvement plan. An improvement scheme zones and reserves land; and contains development control provisions for the scheme area. An improvement scheme comes into effect when it is approved and published in the Government Gazette. Once in effect, it overrides the local and region planning schemes in the improvement scheme area.
An improvement scheme generally comprises the scheme text and maps, a scheme report and where relevant, technical appendices, which will together provide a statutory planning framework to advance development and subdivision.
The WAPC will become the responsible planning authority for subject area; however, it may delegate these powers to other bodies, including the local government.
Why is an improvement scheme required for Redcliffe?
An improvement scheme is required to provide a coordinated statutory planning framework to guide development and subdivision in the area which complements and supports investment and builds upon the previous strategic planning undertaken in the precinct.
What are the objectives of the improvement scheme?
The objectives of the improvement scheme are as follows:
How does the Redcliffe Station Precinct Improvement Scheme relate to Improvement Plan 45?
Improvement Plan 45 was gazetted on 2 December 2022. The purpose of Improvement Plan 45 is to:
In which local government area is the Redliffe Station Precinct located?
The City of Belmont.
Has the City of Belmont been consulted in drafting the scheme?
Yes, the draft scheme builds on previous strategic planning work undertaken by the City of Belmont. Further, the Department has reached out to the City, seeking their comments on the draft scheme.
How is this draft scheme different from the Great Eastern Highway Corridor Plan?
Although the two projects are closely connected through their shared geography, planning objectives, and infrastructure integration, the Great Eastern Highway Corridor Plan project is a separate project undertaken by the Main Roads Western Australia.
How does the draft scheme relate to the draft Redcliffe Activity Centre Plan?
The draft improvement scheme builds on the previous planning work undertaken by the City of Belmont, including the work undertaken on the draft Redcliffe Activity Centre Plan.
Is there a design for the Southern Main Drain?
A Local Water Management Report containing a concept design for the Southern Main Drain has also been prepared and is listed under Key Documents.
How long will the draft scheme be advertised for?
The WAPC is required to advertise the improvement scheme in accordance with regulation 22 of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015 for at least a 90-day period.
Submissions on the draft scheme can be made until 4 March 2026.
Will modifications be made to the draft scheme?
The WAPC is required to consider all submissions made regarding the draft scheme and assess whether the scheme should be modified.
The WAPC will then prepare a schedule of submissions and provide recommendations, for presentation to the Minister of Planning.
The Minister will consider the information in deciding whether to approve or refuse to approve the improvement scheme.
Who is the decision maker for this scheme?
The Minister for Planning has the final authority on the improvement scheme.
When will this improvement scheme come into effect?
The improvement scheme will come into effect when it is published in the Government Gazette.
What if I am concerned about change in my neighbourhood?
If you are concerned about the possible changes, we encourage you to get involved and provide us with the feedback on the scheme. You can provide a formal submission, engage with your local council members, and complete the online feedback form listed on this page.
How can I find out the zoning and R-Code for my property?
The R-Codes provide planning and design provisions for residential development across Western Australia. The improvement scheme map identifies the various R-Codes across the Precinct.
How will infrastructure be funded?
The draft scheme does not provide for a Developer Contribution Scheme. The draft scheme report discusses alternative ways in which infrastructure upgrades could be funded. Please see the report under Key Documents.
What will happen to the current land uses within the precinct?
Once an improvement scheme is gazetted it replaces the existing local or regional planning schemes that apply to the area. The improvement scheme will set out new zoning, land use, and development control provisions, similar to a local planning scheme. Existing lawful land uses can continue under non-conforming use rights, but any new development or change of use must comply with the new scheme provisions.
What are the next steps for development to occur?
The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) is generally the statutory planning authority for improvement schemes, although, it may delegate its powers to local governments. This will be determined at a future date. Regardless of who the decision maker is, once gazetted new development proposals will be required to be assessed against the new scheme provisions.
Where can I get more information?
While public advertising is open, the draft scheme can be viewed on this page or in person at the Department’s Perth offices, Level 2, 140 William Street, Perth (by appointment).
Appointment requests and any enquiries related to the application should be directed to the Department, either by email to redcliffestationprecinct@dplh.wa.gov.au or by phone to 6551 8002.
Local residents can also view the draft scheme documents at the City of Belmont Civic Centre, 215 Wright Street, Cloverdale, 8.30am to 4.45pm weekdays for the duration of the submission period.