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East Gippsland Shire Council adopts housing strategy to support growth, affordability and diversity promoting housing types for all needs
East Gippsland Shire Council adopts Housing and Settlement Strategy, aiming for diverse, sustainable housing while preparing for growth. Future steps involve planning scheme amendments and community feedback opportunities.
East Gippsland Shire Council has voted to adopt a Housing and Settlement Strategy (HSS) which establishes a land-use planning policy framework to guide the future development of settlements and aims to support greater housing diversity in East Gippsland. The strategy aims to meet the evolving needs of our community, ensure high-risk locations are avoided, the environment is protected, and foster future housing that meets the changing needs of the community. The strategy underwent two rounds of community consultation, with valuable community input shaping the document.
Housing and Settlement Strategy aims for diverse, affordable housing, backing infill development, minimising greenfield reliance, promoting various housing types for all needs
Housing growth strategy
Mayor Cr Tom Crook welcomed the adoption of a guiding document on housing and settlements. "As we look ahead to accommodating 8,250 new dwellings by 2041, this strategy emphasises responsible growth, affordability and environmental stewardship. It's about building a future that preserves our character and helps to ensure a home for everyone," Cr Crook said.
The HSS addresses challenges in equitable housing access by aiming to ensure diverse, affordable and sustainable housing options. The strategy supports infill development in established areas for efficient land use and discourages excessive reliance on greenfield land. It encourages diverse housing types and better provision for different needs and lifestyles.
Housing strategy implementation
While council does not directly provide housing, the strategy defines council's role in facilitating access to diverse and affordable housing opportunities for the community. The Housing and Settlement Strategy is available on council's website. Adoption of the Housing and Settlement Strategy marks a year of significant progress in planning with the Rural Land Use Strategy also adopted and 650-700 planning permits issued.
Council anticipates commencing a planning scheme amendment in 2024 to give effect to the Housing and Settlement Strategy and Rural Land Use Strategy, and the Paynesville Growth Area Structure Plan and Eagle Point Structure Plan previously adopted by council. Community members still have an opportunity to provide feedback as part of an independent review during the formal Planning Scheme Amendment process.
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