Council is proposing the first package of changes to the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme.

Amendment Package 1 is part of our long-term Building Better Neighbourhoods project – a roadmap for updating planning rules so our neighbourhoods are well-designed, connected, resilient and supported by the right infrastructure as the region grows.

  • What's happening

    Amendment Package 1 proposes updates to key parts of the planning scheme to keep planning rules current and responsive to local community needs.

    Read the summary of proposed changes 

  • Why it matters

    The planning scheme is the local “rule book” for how land can be used and developed. These updates help guide growth, protect what we value, and support well-designed neighbourhoods.

    View the mapping - Check your property 

  • Have Your Say!

    Share your feedback by making a submission, complete a quick poll, attend a roadshow pop-up, or book a Quick Connect session with a planner.

    Public Consultation: 27 February - 1 May 2026

    Make a submission 

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Explore the Amendments

Amendment Package 1 proposes updates to a range of scheme components, including:

  • Improvements to our Strategic Framework
  • Refinements to zoning and zone maps
  • Updated overlay codes and mapping
  • Revisions to local plan areas & precincts
  • Clarifications to development codes & definitions

Building Better Neighbourhoods 7 Key Themes

The Building Better Neighbourhoods Roadmap identifies seven core themes for improving the planning scheme. These themes are essentially a summary of the key changes in Amendment Package 1. These themes give the community a good overview of the intent of the changes and what Council is aiming to do.

Roadmap - Seven Core Themes

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How can I have my say?

During the consultation process community members/ residents will have the opportunity to:

Engagement Activities

How do I make a properly made submission

How to make a properly made submission

During the consultation period any person can make a submission about the proposed Amendment Package 1 for the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme.

In order for a submission to be considered ‘properly made’, under the Planning Act 2016, it must:

  • Be in writing (submitted online, by email, in person or post).
  • Include full name and address of the person (all persons) making the submission
  • Be signed by the person who made the submission (online form is written name)
  • Provide one postal or electronic address for service.
  • Be received on or before the last day for making a submission (11:55pm Friday 1 May 2026).

Click here (ePlan) to make a submission. If you require a hard copy submission form – click here.

We welcome your feedback to help to finalise the proposed amendments to the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme.

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