| Strategic Planning Reports and Strategies |
Aboriginal Protocol
The Aboriginal protocol sets out a framework for the consideration of development applications that Council will be required to refer to the Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative (WAC) and also imposes obligations on the WAC.
 Aboriginal Protocol
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Anakie Structure Plan - 1996
This inaugural Structure Plan for Anakie has been prepared as part of the City's strategic planning programme to present a direction for the future development and expansion of the township.
Anakie Structure Plan - 1996
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Armstrong Creek Urban Growth Plan
The Armstrong Creek Urban Growth Plan (UGP) is one of the City of Greater Geelong's largest and most important strategic projects. It aims to concentrate the majority of the growth of Geelong into a comprehensive community in the area south of the railway line at Grovedale and Marshall.
Armstrong Creek Urban Growth Plan
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Barwon Heads Structure Plan 2007
The Barwon Heads Structure Plan was adopted by Council on 11 December 2007. It establishes a strategic framework to guide the growth and development of Barwon Heads over a ten to fifteen year period. Barwon Heads Structure Plan
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Barwon Heads Urban Design Framework
Barwon Heads Urban Design Framework plans and reports.
Barwon Heads Urban Design Framework
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Bellarine Peninsula Strategic Plan
The Bellarine Peninsula Strategic Plan 2006 - 2016 reflects a commitment by the City of Greater Geelong to active community consultation and an integrated approach to plan making.
Bellarine
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Belmont Heritage Report - 2007
An outcome from an Independent Panel report, May 2006, was that there is a need to identify places ‘D' level or Contributory Level of Significance within the defined heritage precinct areas, and where applicable to refine the precinct boundaries
Belmont Heritage Report
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Central Geelong Structure Plan
As set out in the new Central Geelong Structure Plan the vision for Central Geelong is: ‘Geelong is an international Waterfront city. It has world class facilities and is a highly desirable place to be'.
Central Geelong Structure Plan
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Coastal Spaces Landscape Assessment Study 2006
The Coastal Spaces Landscape Assessment Study was commissioned in December 2004 as part of the Coastal Spaces initiative. The project identified and mapped individual landscape characteristics within the Bellarine Peninsula and provided an implementation framework to manage development impacts.
Coastal Spaces Landscape Assessment Study 2006
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Drysdale/Clifton Springs Structure Plan
Drysdale Clifton Springs Structure Plan
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Gaming Framework 2007
The Gaming Framework was adopted by Council on 8 April 2008 and is expected to be implemented some time in 2008. The Framework will assist in decision making for planning applications where any gaming is proposed.
 Gaming Policy Framework (PDF-2172KB) |
Geelong Eastern Boundary Review
The Geelong Eastern Boundary Review was adopted by Council on 24 February 2009. It establishes a clear boundary for urban development on the eastern edge of Geelong. Geelong Eastern Boundary Review - January 2009 (PDF-1823KB) |
Geelong Retail Strategy
The Geelong Retail Strategy is a 2006 guide of the on-going development of the retail sector and retail activity centres in the City.
Geelong Retail Strategy
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Geelong Saleyards Conservation Management Plan 2007
Geelong Saleyards Conservation Management Plan 2007 - Part 1 (PDF-976KB)
Geelong Saleyards Conservation Management Plan 2007 - Part 2 (PDF-4062KB)
Geelong Saleyards Conservation Management Plan 2007 - Part 3 (PDF-1414KB) |
Geelong Transport Strategy - Dec 2003
The Geelong Transport Strategy provides strategic directions for the development and management of Geelong's transportation system. It specifically provides direction and actions for: Managing Travel Demand, Public Transport, Freight, Roads, Land Use, Bicycles, Pedestrians, Traffic Management in Neighbourhoods and Urban Activity Centres and Parking. Council adopted the Geelong Transport Strategy on 27th August 2002.
Geelong Transport Strategy
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Geelong Verandah Study 2006
The aim of the project has been to prepare a Geelong City Heritage Verandah Study for the Geelong Central Activities Area, with recommendations provided on the potential reconstruction of verandah for 19th and early 20th century commercial buildings.
Geelong Verandah Study 2006
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Housing Diversity Strategy
The Draft Medium Density Housing Strategy has been prepared by the City of Greater Geelong to guide the future development of medium density housing in the City's established residential areas. Housing Diversity Strategy
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Jetty Road Urban Growth Plan
The Jetty Road Urban Growth Plan sets the strategic direction for the development of land in the Jetty Road growth area. Jetty Road Urban Growth Plan
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Lara Structure Plan - 2007 and 2009
The Lara Structure Plan 2007 has been partially reviewed and a new Structure Plan was adopted on the 9 June 2009. The Structure Plan identifies growth directions for the township for the next 10 years.
Council will now seek authorisation from the Minister for Planning to prepare an Amendment to have the Structure Plan included in the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme. The Amendment process will include public exhibition and an opportunity for submissions.
Lara Structure Plan 2007 - Part 1 (PDF-2436KB)
Lara Structure Plan 2007 - Part 2 (PDF-3499KB) Lara Structure Plan 2009 - Part 1 (PDF-4657KB)
Lara Structure Plan 2009 - Part 2 (PDF-2675KB) |
Lara Town Centre Urban Design Framework (UDF)
The UDF has been prepared to strengthen the role of the Lara town centre as the primary activity centre for Lara.
It includes ambitious proposals such as a new town square, expansion of The Centreway shopping centre, reconfiguration of Austin Park, improved road and pedestrian linkages, and a new transit interchange at the
railway station.
Lara Town Centre Urban Design Framework
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Leopold Structure Plan - 2006
The Leopold Structure Plan establishes a strategic framework to guide the growth and development of Leopold over the next ten to fifteen years. It replaces the 1990 Leopold Structure Plan and before that the 1978 Structure Plan, both prepared by the Geelong Regional Commission.
Leopold Structure Plan 2006
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MAV G21 Rural Case Study
This case study has been prepared as part of the MAV Rural Planning Project to provide guidance and consistency for the Councils in the region in managing rural land use issues. MAV G21 Rural Case Study - Final Report (PDF-164KB)
MAV G21 Rural Case Study - Appendix A - Part 1 (PDF-2193KB)
MAV G21 Rural Case Study - Appendix A - Part 2 (PDF-3670KB) |
Mount Duneed Armstrong Creek Urban Development Study - August 1994
The ''Mount Duneed Armstrong Creek Urban Development Study - August 1994'' was prepared to provide strategic direction for future urban growth in the area. It provides an outline of the areas physical contraints and development potential, while demonstrating its feasibility as a growth area for the Geelong region. This Study was adopted by Council on 20 March 1995.
Council is now preparing the Armstrong Creek Urban Growth Plan 2005 (UGP). The UGP will build on and have regard to the 1994 document, and will investigate capacity, direct the form of development and provide an implementation plan.
Mount Duneed Armstrong Creek Urban Development Study
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MSS Review
The Municipal Strategic Statement and Local Planning Policies are statutory documents which form part of the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme. As such, they are key decision making tools for Council and other Planning Authorities when considering applications for the use and development of land in the municipality.
MSS Review
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Ocean Grove Structure Plan
The Ocean Grove Structure Plan 1993 establishes a strategic framework to guide the growth and development of Ocean Grove over a ten to fifteen year period. The Structure Plan has been reviewed and a new Structure Plan adopted on the 27 February, 2007. The Ocean Grove Structure Plan 2006 identifies growth directions for the Town until 2020.
Ocean Grove Structure Plan 1993
Ocean Grove Structure Plan 2006
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Pakington Street North Urban Design Guidelines
The Pakington Street North Urban Design Guidelines has been endorsed by Council on 24th August 2004.
Pakington St Nth Urban Design Guidelines (PDF 737k)
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Point Lonsdale Structure Plan
This Structure Plan provides a strategic planning framework for the entire Point Lonsdale township and was developed as a joint project between the Borough of Queenscliffe and the City of Greater Geelong. The document was adopted by the City of Greater Geelong Council on the 28 April 2009 and can be viewed on the link below. A planning scheme amendment is proposed to implement the Structure Plan. Point Lonsdale Structure Plan (PDF-4228KB) |
Geelong Port Structure Plan
The Geelong Port Structure Plan has been developed to guide future use and development of land in and adjacent to the Port of Geelong. The Structure Plan was adopted by Council on the 23 October 2007. The Structure Plan document can be downloaded using the link below:
Geelong Port Structure Plan
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Portarlington/Indented Head Structure Plan
The Portarlington/Indented Head Structure Plan 1993 establishes a strategic framework to guide the growth and development of Portarlington and Indented Head over a ten to fifteen year period. Following a review of the 1993 Structure Plan separate structure plans have been prepared for the Portarlington and Indented Head Township.
Portarlington Indented Head Structure Plan - 1993
Portarlington and Indented Head Structure Plans - 2007
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Portarlington Safe Harbour Project
Details of the Portarlington Safe Harbour Project including community bulletins and base line studies can be found on the following Parks Victoria Web site link.
Portarlington Safe Harbour Project
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Rural Land Use Strategy
The Strategy has been prepared by Parsons Brinckerhoff on behalf of the City of Greater Geelong and represents a major review of the 1997 Rural Land Use Strategy. The Strategy has been developed following a review of existing state and local planning policies including the Bellarine Peninsula Strategic Plan, Environment Management Strategy and Coastal Spaces recommendations, data collection and analysis and targeted consultation with key stakeholders.
The Strategy identifies key directions in relation to the application of the State Government's new Rural Zones and includes planning policies for animal keeping and training, dwellings and subdivisions, and tourism development in rural areas. The reviewed Strategy was adopted on the 8 May, 2007. On the 11 September 2007 Council adopted an addendum to the Rural land Use Strategy including further detail on the Rural Conservation Zone as it is to be applied on the Bellarine peninsula. A copy of the addendum can be viewed on the 'Rural Conservation Zone Project' link below.
Rural Land Use Strategy 2007
Rural Land Use Strategy 1997
Rural Conservation Zone Project
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Rural Residential Strategy - 1994
In October 1994 Council adopted a rural residential strategy to assist in the consideration of requests from land owners to enable their land to be rezoned for Rural Residential development. The strategy enables rural residential subdivision to occur at a range of locations throughout the municipality, whilst protecting farming activities from urban encroachment and rural and environmentally significant areas.
Rural Residential Strategy
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Residential Character Precinct Brochures
Residential Character Precinct Brochures
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St Leonards Structure Plan - September 2006
Following a public consultation period, the St Leonards Structure Plan was adopted by Council on 26 September 2006. The plan aims to provide a strategic direction for the future development of the town over the next ten to fifteen years.
St Leonards Structure Plan
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St Leonards Urban Design Framework (UDF)
The St Leonards Urban Design Framework (UDF) has been prepared as an ongoing guide for improvements within St Leonards. The UDF contains a number of recommendations for improvements to public spaces in the township, including the preparation of a master plan for St Leonards Lake Reserve; improvements to town entrances; enhanced pedestrian and cycle links; the implementation of a concept plan for the Foreshore and Pier area and additional planting of indigenous flora in reserves and parklands.
St Leonards Urban Design Framework
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Urban Growth Strategy - 1996
The City of Greater Geelong Urban Growth Strategy determines the most suitable areas for the accommodation of population growth to the year 2020.
Urban Growth Strategy
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Wandana Structure Plan - 1998
The Adopted Wandana Structure Plan 1998 sets out the strategic framework to guide the future residential expansion of this nominated growth area over the coming years. Wandana Structure Plan
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Waterfront Code
This design and development code provides guidelines for the design of Geelong's urban waterfront precincts. It was commissioned by the City of Greater Geelong as a means of "translating the concept of a cosmopolitan and vibrant central Geelong Waterfront into a physical reality"
Waterfront Code
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West Fyans Strategic Land Use Plan
The draft West Fyans Strategic Land Use Plan was prepared by consultants for the City of Greater Geelong in 2002 in response to a number of pressures. The area's strategic location is recognised with excellent access to the central business area and road network, and its inner city living and river frontage opportunities created by its location on the Barwon River. Draft West Fyans Strategic Land Use Plan (PDF-1232KB) |
West Fyans - Fyans Street Precinct Structure Plan
This Structure Plan provides a strategic planning framework for the area bounded by Shannon Avenue, Swanston Street, West Fyans and Fyans Streets and the Barwon River. The document was adopted by Council on the 9 June 2009 and can be viewed on the link below. A planning scheme amendment is proposed to implement the Structure Plan. West Fyans - Fyans Street Precinct Structure Plan (PDF-2061KB) |
