The Development Contributions Policy was presented to Council at the August 26, 2024 meeting. Council endorsed the Policy. You can view the Policy by clicking the button below.

To effectively manage various Development Contribution Schemes, including their appropriate use and management, there is a need for policy direction and guidance across City departments and the development industry.

The Development Contributions Policy details the various Development Contribution Schemes available to Council. It covers the decision-making principles that guide the funding of major shared infrastructure projects required to service new urban development.

The Policy aims to guide the development of fit for purpose Development Contribution Schemes that effectively manage the infrastructure needs of new and growing communities, while minimising the financial risks to the City and the broader community.

The Policy principles underpin the City’s Development Contributions Schemes, creating fairness, ease of implementation, and ultimately their success. The five principles are:

The policy has 4 objectives which are:

The City invited community to provide feedback on the draft Development Contribution Policy.

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