The amendment intends to implement the objectives and strategies of Clause 21.12-3 (Diamond Gully) of the Mount Alexander Planning Scheme for the Southern Residential Greenfield Area of the DGSP. The DGSP is a reference document in the planning scheme. The objectives and strategies of the clause cannot be achieved without these controls being introduced into the planning scheme.
The local area implementation measures of Clause 21.12-3 (Diamond Gully) seek to ensure that any proposed use or development within the DGSP area is generally consistent with the DGSP in strengthening Castlemaine’s regional settlement role. The DGSP identifies the land affected by the amendment to be developed as Residential (Greenfield) – Conventional and Medium Density. The rezoning of the land to GRZ1 is consistent with the recommendations of the structure plan.
The amendment introduces a Development Plan Overlay (DPO) to ensure development achieves the relevant objectives of the DGSP. The DGSP sets out specific environmental constraints and land use risk areas that must be considered in the preparation of the development plan required by the DPO. The DGSP also sets out principles relating to access and linkages to land within and adjoining the DGSP area.
The amendment will enable additional residential land to be subdivided at conventional and medium densities, which will contribute to the supply of affordable housing options in the Castlemaine area.