State Planning Policy 7.1 Neighbourhood Design is perhaps the most significant planning instrument in Western Australia influencing the broad sustainability outcomes of the state’s land developments. The review of this policy offers a unique opportunity to deliver an efficient yet effective approach to best-practice sustainable subdivision policy.
HIP V. HYPE was engaged by the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage to undertake background analysis and provide expert advice to inform the preparation of the Neighbourhood Design State Planning Policy.
Government of Western Australia (Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage)
Sustainable Planning & Policy
Alkimos Beach, Wanneroo
Context
Specifically, our work sought to provide the policy context industry benchmarks and critical analysis to inform the consideration and potential development of a sustainability reporting component of Neighbourhood Design. In doing so, the work ensures neighbourhoods delivered under the policy reflect the climate-responsive aspirations of State Government and safeguard the needs of our future communities.
- National policy review
- Ratings tools and framework analysis
- Neighbourhood Design draft policy peer review
- Review of Lifecycle Carbon Analysis research
- Sustainability Reporting Indicators
- Advice on industry sentiment and influences
- Background investigations report
- Draft ND Policy gap analysis
- Recommendations for encouraging best practice