Local Planning Strategy and Vision

The Local Planning Strategy sets out the long-term planning direction for the Shire over a 10-15 year timeframe.

It is set within the context of the Local Planning Scheme No.5 but is not a statutory document. The strategy sets out the general aims and intentions of the long-term planning of the Shire and covers key issues such as housing, employment, environment, tourism, business activity, transport and public open space. The strategy aims to provide guidance for decision-making regarding such topics listed, and guide policy and strategic document development.

The Shire is looking to begin a review the current Local Planning Strategy in early 2026 to plan ahead for the next 10-15 years. This process is likely to take approximately two years and will include significant community consultation.

About the Local Planning Vision

The Shire of Plantagenet Town Planning Scheme Policy No. 18.1 – Planning Vision (Planning Vision) is made under Clause 7.6 of the Shire of Plantagenet Town Planning Scheme No. 3 (TPS3). The Director General of the Department of Planning (DOP) agreed in January 2010 the Council could prepare its planning vision.

• Policy 18.1- Local Planning Vision
• Policy 18.- Appendices
  • Appendix 1: Mount Barker Sub Regional Centre
  • Appendix 2: Kendenup Rural Village
  • Appendix 3: Narrikup Rural Village
  • Appendix 4: Porongurup Rural Village and Environs
  • Appendix 5: Rocky Gully Rural Village
  • Appendix 6: Rural Planning Units

Shire of Plantagenet Housing Strategy 2025-2035

Demand for housing within the Shire of Plantagenet is growing faster than supply, driven by population growth, demographic change, and strong local employment across agriculture, tourism, education, health, and construction. At the same time, a tightening rental market, aging housing stock, and rising property prices are creating significant affordability challenges, particularly for low to moderate income households, renters, and key workers.

The Council adopted the Shire of Plantagenet Housing Strategy 2025-2035 in February 2026. The strategy sets out a framework to guide how the Shire can influence and support a more diverse, affordable and sustainable housing supply over the next 10 years. It is informed by local data, townsite-specific analysis, and feedback from residents and industry stakeholders who participated in the consultation process.

View the strategy to explore the key principles guiding our long‑term housing priorities and decision‑making and learn how the Shire is planning for the future.