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Council’s Planning team is responsible for assessing and enforcing planning permit applications in accordance with the West Wimmera Planning Scheme. The team also coordinates the issue of subdivision permits and the release of plans of subdivision.
Advice and planning permit application processing services are available for residential, rural, commercial and industrial proposals under what is known as Statutory Planning.
The team also manages and provides assistance with policies, strategies and amendments to West Wimmera Planning Scheme that help shape future development and neighbourhood character within the Shire. This is known as Strategic Planning.
Find out what a planning permit covers.
A planning permit may be required for the use, development and subdivision of land.
Answers to some of council's most common planning questions.
Information regarding the application process for a planning permit.
Options available for making changes to a planning permit.
Forms, documents and useful links.
Information regarding heritage buildings