Planning

Planning controls the use and development of all land in Victoria through regulations as set out in the Planning and Environment Act 1987 as well as the Planning Scheme.

About Planning

 

Strategic Planning

In order to achieve fair, orderly and safe planning which is centered around sustainable development principles, policy making must be based on strategic research and background study projects. Such projects undertaken by the Council’s strategic planning department are central to the planning process and include planning scheme reviews, the preparation of structure plans, urban design frameworks, planning scheme amendments and land use strategies just to highlight a few.

Heritage

Indigo Shire is renowned for its natural beauty and preserved historic character. Throughout the Shire are a number of places of both State and National Heritage significance. The shire is made up of a collection of historic towns dating back to the gold rush era and boasts a diverse range of attractions including built Heritage, significant natural landscape features and Koori cultural heritage sites. Planning is an essential resource in the conservation of such heritage features within the Shire and ensures these places are protected. The maintenance and enhancement of built and cultural heritage is not only important on a social and environmental basis, it also serves as a vital economic base for the Shire’s tourism industry.

Useful Websites (Planning)

For more about planning visit the following sites:

Planning Permits