Much of the work undertaken by the Commission will be guided by the ‘principles of good planning’ outlined in the new legislation. Under these principles, the Commission’s work will:
- have a long-term focus
- be innovative and able to respond to emerging challenges and opportunities
- encourage the renewal of existing suburbs to reduce our urban footprint
- support high quality design which is accessible to people with differing needs and capabilities
- promote the use of walking and cycling trails
- support the liveability of suburbs through increased vegetation and more open space
- facilitate investment in the development industry
- promote the development of public transport of all types near suburbs, shopping and service areas and workplaces
- promote cooperation and integration between and among state government agencies and local government.
To achieve this, the Commission will help the Minister and the Department to create a planning system that:
- is easily understood and consistent
- enables people to digitally access planning information and undertake processes and transactions
- promotes certainty for those proposing to undertake development
- provides scope for innovation
- promotes safe and efficient construction practices
- provides financial schemes that support development and that can be used to capitalise on investment opportunities
- promotes cooperation and integration between and among state government agencies and local government.