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The Commission recently made the following decisionsTasmanian Planning Scheme - BrightonAmendment - RZ 2023-03Description - rezone 27 Scott Road, Bridgewater from Open Space to Inner Residential ZoneDecision date: 9 April 2024Tasmanian …
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The Commission has recently issued the following delegations:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Brighton - AM-BRI-RZ-2023-05The draft amendment proposes to rezone various properties from Rural Living Zone A to the Future Urban Zone and to remove the Urban R …
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Staff AppointmentKatrena Stephenson has been appointed as Senior Planning Consultant (Casual).a short biography is available on this website …
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The Commission has recently issued the following delegation:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Burnie - AP-BUR-2023-2 and Permit DA 2023-106The draft amendment proposes to rezone land at Massy-Greene Drive, South Burnie (folio of the Register 145244/1) from the Open Space Zone to the …
View news: Commission CommuniquePanel finalises guidelines - Macquarie Point multipurpose stadium
The Panel for the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium Project of State Significance has finalised the guidelines under section 20(2B) of the State Policies and Projects Act 1993.Finalising the guidelines concludes the first stage of this project. These guidelines are to be f …
View news: Panel finalises guidelines - Macquarie Point multipurpose stadiumCommission Communique
The Commission has recently issued the following delegations:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Northern Midlands - AM-10-2023To insert a site-specific qualification (SSQ) NOR-8.3 - 36 Collins Street, Evandale To add a SSQ to clause 8.2 Use Table of the General Residential Zone …
View news: Commission CommuniqueContainer Refund Scheme - Exemptions and Special Provisions
The Minister for Planning has made amendment 01-2022 to the State Planning Provisions, which introduces exemptions and special provisions for use and development associated with the container refund scheme. The amendment applies to all municipalities operating under the Tasmanian Planning Scheme. …
View news: Container Refund Scheme - Exemptions and Special ProvisionsCommission Communique
The Commission has recently issued the following delegations:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Break O Day - AM-BRE-01-23Apply the Rural Zone to 89 Upper Scamander Road, Scamander (folios of the Register 184514/1, 184514/2, 141750/1 and 137864/1), including the intersecting rese …
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The Commission has recently issued the following delegations:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Sorell - AM-SOR-5-2023-154-1 - 680 Nugent Road, Wattle Hill - Rezone from Rural Living to AgricultureThe draft amendment proposes to rezone part of 680 Nugent Road, folio of the Register 17 …
View news: Commission CommuniqueMinister issues Planning Directive No. 10 - Exemption for Display Homes
The Minister for Planning has issued Planning Directive No. 10 - Exemption for Display HomesThe planning directive is effective from Wednesday, 20 December 2023 and replaces Interim Planning Directive 7. It applies to all interim planning schemes.Further information: …
View news: Minister issues Planning Directive No. 10 - Exemption for Display HomesCommission Communique
The Commission has recently issued the following delegations:King Island Interim Planning Scheme 2013 - draft amendment PSA 01-2023 and permit DA 2023-06The proposed amendment is to apply the Utilities Zone to part of King Island Airport, 45 Morrison Avenue, Lo …
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State Policies and Projects Act 1993Project of State Significance - Multipurpose Stadium at Macquarie PointThe Commission delegated the above assessment to Gary Prattley, Paul Turner SC, Shelley Penn AM, Lynn Mason AM and Martin Wallace on 21 November 2023. …
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The Commission has recently issued the following delegations:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Central Coast - AP CCO-LPS2022003 and permit DA2022107The draft amendment proposes to insert a site-specific qualification to allow Visitor Accommodation at 6 Johnsons …
View news: Commission CommuniqueHave your say on the King Island draft Local Provisions Schedule
The King Island draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 28 October 2023 to 12 January 2024.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Kind Island Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to King Island Council …
View news: Have your say on the King Island draft Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on draft Planning Directive No. 11 - Application of Attenuation Code - King Island
The Tasmanian Planning Commission invites representations (written submissions) on draft Planning Directive No. 11 - Application of Attenuation Code - King Island.The public exhibition runs from 11 October until 23 November 2023.The …
View news: Have your say on draft Planning Directive No. 11 - Application of Attenuation Code - King IslandCommission Communique
The Tasmanian Planning Commission may delegate its powers and functions under section 8 of the Tasmanian Planning Commission Act 1997.At its meeting on 2 October 2023, the Commission made the following delegations:Asses …
View news: Commission CommuniqueGeorge Town Local Provisions Schedule
The George Town Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the George Town municipal area.Further information:George Town Local Provisions Schedule …
View news: George Town Local Provisions ScheduleCommission Communique
The Tasmanian Planning Commission may delegate its powers and functions under section 8 of the Tasmanian Planning Commission Act 1997.Delegations …
View news: Commission CommuniquePanel determines assessment criteria for North East Wind Major Project
The Panel for the North East Wind Major Project has determined the assessment criteria in accordance with section 60ZM of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 (the Act).The next stage in the process is that the proponent will prepare and submit a Major Project Impact …
View news: Panel determines assessment criteria for North East Wind Major ProjectBreak O’Day Local Provisions Schedule
The Break O’Day Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Break O’Day municipal area.Further information:Break O'Day Local Provision …
View news: Break O’Day Local Provisions ScheduleMinister issues Interim Planning Directive No. 8 - Application of Attenuation Code - King Island
The Minister for Planning has issued Interim Planning Directive No. 8 - Application of Attenuation Code - King Island.The interim planning directive is effective from Friday, 11 August 2023 and will put into effect provisions from the State Planning Provisions (SPPs) Attenuation Code to ne …
View news: Minister issues Interim Planning Directive No. 8 - Application of Attenuation Code - King IslandCommission Communique
On 7 August 2023 the Commission delegated the assessment of the following draft amendments:TPS Devonport - AM2023.01 and permit PA2023.0002 Michael Hogan and Dan FordTPS Glenorchy - PLAM-23-01 Dan Ford and Claire HynesTPS Clarence - PDPSPAMEND-2021-019004 Claire Hyne …
View news: Commission CommuniqueHave your say on draft Planning Directive No. 10 - Exemption for Display Homes
The Tasmanian Planning Commission invites representations (written submissions) on draft Planning Directive No. 10 – Exemption for Display Homes.The public exhibition runs from 2 August until 13 September 2023.The …
View news: Have your say on draft Planning Directive No. 10 - Exemption for Display HomesInterim Planning Directive No. 7 - Exemption for Display Homes
The Minister for Planning has issued Interim Planning Directive No. 7 - Exemption for Display Homes.The interim planning directive is effective from Wednesday, 19 July 2023 and will put into effect an exemption for display homes in the Break O'Day, Derwent Valley, George Town, Hobart, Huon …
View news: Interim Planning Directive No. 7 - Exemption for Display HomesCommission Communique
Delegations by the Commission3 July 2023TPS Clarence - Amendment PDPSPAMEND-2022-028710 - Delegates - Michael Hogan and Rohan ProbertTPS Sorell - Amendmen …
View news: Commission CommuniqueFees and charges
$356 is the current fee (paid by the person requesting the amendment or the council if it is the council’s amendment).This fee is updated each financial year in line with all Tasmanian government …
View news: Fees and chargesHave your say on the draft assessment criteria
The North East Wind Major Project draft assessment criteria are on public exhibition.Exhibition is from 26 June 2023 to 10 July 2023.The Development Assessment Panel invites you to make a representation.Further information: …
View news: Have your say on the draft assessment criteriaCommission Communique
Delegations by the Commission22 June 2023TPS Glenorchy - Amendment PLAM 22-10 - Delegates - Roger Howlett, Anthony Ferrier and Alex BrownlieTPS Glenorchy - Amendment PLA …
View news: Commission CommuniquePlanning schemes now available on the Commission’s website
Planning schemes are now published on the Commission’s website. You can find the current version of the State Planning Provisions (SPPs), all Local Provisions Schedules (LPSs) and the Interim Planning Schemes (IPSs) that are in effect on the following webpages: …
View news: Planning schemes now available on the Commission’s websiteCommission Communique
Delegations by the Commission1 May 2023TPS Brighton - Amendment RZ 2022-02 & Permit SA 2022-37 - Delegates - Robin Nolan & Anthony FerrierTPS Brighton - Amendment RZ 2022-05 - Delegates - Dan Ford, John Ramsay & Rohan ProbertDraft Tasmanian Planning Policie …
View news: Commission CommuniqueHuon Valley draft LPS Unsolicited submissions
The Commission has issued a direction stating that it will not be accepting any further unsolicited submissions in relation to the Huon Valley draft LPS as of close of business, 2 June 2023. The direction can be viewed on the assessment page for the …
View news: Huon Valley draft LPS Unsolicited submissionsPlanning schemes to be published on the Commission’s website
The Commission is phasing out the iPlan website, as the operating software is unable to be maintained to ensure the information provided is accurate.The Commission is working towards delivering a new and improved online platform for publishing planning schemes, in conjunction with the Plan …
View news: Planning schemes to be published on the Commission’s websiteHave your say on Draft State Planning Provisions amendment 01-2022 and Draft Planning Directive No.9 - Exemptions and Special Provisions - Container Refund Scheme
The Tasmanian Planning Commission invites representations (written submissions) on the draft State Planning Provisions (SPPs) amendment 01-2022 and Draft Planning Directive No.9 - Container Refund Scheme.The public exhibition runs from 10 May until 11 July 2023.The …
View news: Have your say on Draft State Planning Provisions amendment 01-2022 and Draft Planning Directive No.9 - Exemptions and Special Provisions - Container Refund SchemeLatrobe Local Provisions Schedule
The Latrobe Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Latrobe municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Latrobe …
View news: Latrobe Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on the Kentish draft LPS
The Kentish draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 8 May 2023 to 7 July 2023.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Kentish Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Kentish Council during the exhibition …
View news: Have your say on the Kentish draft LPSHave your say on the Hobart draft LPS
The Hobart draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 1 May 2023 to 30 June 2023.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Hobart City Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Hobart City Council during the ex …
View news: Have your say on the Hobart draft LPSWaratah-Wynyard Local Provisions Schedule
The Waratah-Wynyard Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Waratah-Wynyard municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning S …
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Assessment DelegationsAt its meeting on 3 April 2023, the Commission delegated:Northern Midlands Local Provision Schedule Amendments 03-2023, 04-2023, 05-2023, 06-2023, 07-2023 various zone and Airport Noise Overlay assessments to Ann Cunningham and Roger Howlett. …
View news: Commission CommuniqueHave your say on the draft Tasmanian Planning Policies
The Tasmanian Planning Commission invites representations (written submissions) on the draft Tasmanian Planning Policies (TPPs).The draft TPPs are on public exhibition from 28 March 2023 to 26 June 2023.The draft TPPs are available on the …
View news: Have your say on the draft Tasmanian Planning PoliciesCommission Communique
Assessment Delegations - At its meeting on 6 March last, the Commission delegated:Northern Midlands Local Provision Schedule - Amendment 01-2022 to NOR-S.1.0 Translink SAP assessment to Michael Hogan and Anthony Ferrier.Flinders Local Provision Schedule – Amen …
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State Planning Provisions Amendment and Draft Planning Directive 9 – Container Refund SchemeThe Commission has delegated the assessment of the SPP amendment and draft Planning Directive 9 related to the container refund scheme. The Delegates are Roger Howlett and Roh …
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Commission CommuniqueHobart draft amendment PSA-22-1 - Visitor AccommodationThe Commission has published its decision on the above amendment. The Commission decision is to adjourn the matter sine die. …
View news: Commission CommuniqueCommission Meeting - 6 February 2023
Southern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule – Amendment 2022-01-RZ to rezone land at Swanston and Tooms Lake from Rural to Landscape Conservation – Commission delegated assessment to John Ramsay and Tony Ferrier on 6 February 2023.Tony Ferrier - Senior …
View news: Commission Meeting - 6 February 2023Central Highlands Local Provisions Schedule
The Central Highlands Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Central Highlands municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planni …
View news: Central Highlands Local Provisions ScheduleCommission Communique, Decisions & Appointment
Commission CommuniqueLocal Provisions Schedule approvalDorset Local Provisions ScheduleThe Dorset Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect on 18 January 2023. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Dorset munic …
View news: Commission Communique, Decisions & AppointmentSorell Local Provisions Schedule
The Sorell Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Sorell municipal area.Further information: …
View news: Sorell Local Provisions ScheduleCommission Meeting 14 November 2022 – Delegation
DelegationsAt its meeting on 14 November last, the Commission delegated the following matters:Derwent Valley Interim Planning Scheme – Delegate to Claire Hynes, Nick Heath and Alex Brownlie to assess draft amendment PSA 2021/6 to rezone lots 5 and 6 Poulters R …
View news: Commission Meeting 14 November 2022 – DelegationNorthern Midlands LPS
The Northern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Northern Midlands municipal area.Further information: …
View news: Northern Midlands LPSCommission Meeting 3 October – Delegation
Delegations and AppointmentsAt its meeting on 3 October last, the Commission revoked and delegated the following matter: …
View news: Commission Meeting 3 October – DelegationLaunceston Local Provisions Schedule
The Launceston Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Launceston municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Launcest …
View news: Launceston Local Provisions ScheduleCommission Meeting 5 September 2022
Delegations and AppointmentsAt its meeting on 5 September last, the Commission delegated the following matters and appointed a Development Assessment Panel.Launceston Interim Planning Scheme 2015 - Roger Howlett, Dan Ford and Pam Allan to assess …
View news: Commission Meeting 5 September 2022Delegations, Decisions, modified Planning Directives and SPP amendment
Commission Meeting 1 August 2022 - DelegationsKingborough Interim Planning Scheme 2015 - Michael Hogan and Rohan Probert to assess draft amendment PSA-2021-1 and permit DAS-2021-3 concerning land at 2125 - 2187 Bruny Island Main Road, Great Bay, Bruny Island;Hobart …
View news: Delegations, Decisions, modified Planning Directives and SPP amendmentCommission Communique
At its meeting on 4 July 2022 the Commission delegated the assessment of the following matters –TPS Glenorchy LPS – Roger Howlett, Dianne Cowen and Nick Heath to assess draft amendments PLAM-21/04 and draft permit PLAM-21/04.Northern Midlands IPS - Claire Hynes and Dan F …
View news: Commission CommuniqueHave your say on the George Town draft LPS
The George Town draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 4 July 2022 to 1 September 2022.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the George Town Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to George Town Council dur …
View news: Have your say on the George Town draft LPSPlanBuild Tasmania is now live
The Commission has been advised of the launch of the first phase of PlanBuild Tasmania, a State Government initiative, which includes the ability to access planning information.PlanBuild Tasmania allows anyone to enter an address in the portal to see what planning zones and codes apply to …
View news: PlanBuild Tasmania is now liveInterim Planning Directive No.5 - Bushfire Prone Areas Overlays
The Minister for Planning has issued Interim Planning Directive No. 5 –Bushfire Prone Areas Code – Application of Bushfire Prone Areas Overlay.The interim planning directive is effective from Thursday 23 June 2022 and will put into effect the bushfire prone areas overlay maps i …
View news: Interim Planning Directive No.5 - Bushfire Prone Areas OverlaysCommissioner Communique Decisions and Appointments
Commission CommuniqueDelegationsAt its meeting on 4 June last, the Commission delegated the assessment of the following matters: …
View news: Commissioner Communique Decisions and AppointmentsSouthern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule
The Southern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Southern Midlands municipal area.Further information: …
View news: Southern Midlands Local Provisions ScheduleFlinders Local Provisions Schedule
The Flinders Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Flinders municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Flinders …
View news: Flinders Local Provisions ScheduleNew Bridgewater Bridge - Major Project permit granted
The Panel determined to grant the major project permit for the New Bridgewater Bridge under section 60ZZM of the Act.Further information …
View news: New Bridgewater Bridge - Major Project permit grantedCommission Communique, Decisions & Appointment
Commission CommuniqueDelegationsClarence - The Commission delegated the assessment of Clarence LPS draft amendment PDPSAMEND-2019/001707 to Roger Howlett (as Chair), Michael Hogan and Dianne Cowen. The draft amendment seeks to insert CLA- S23.0 Aran Eco–Development Specifi …
View news: Commission Communique, Decisions & AppointmentCommission Meeting April 2022 - Communique
Glenorchy IPS Amendment DelegationThe Commission delegated the assessment of Glenorchy LPS draft Amendment and permit PLS43A-21-03 to Claire Hynes, Dan Ford and Robin Nolan. The draft amendment seeks to rezone 263, 271 & 295 Main Road, Austins Ferry to General Reside …
View news: Commission Meeting April 2022 - CommuniqueHave your say on the Dorset draft LPS
The Dorset draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 4 April 2022 to 6 June 2022.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Dorset Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Dorset Council during the exhibition …
View news: Have your say on the Dorset draft LPSGlamorgan Spring Bay Local Provisions Schedule
The Glamorgan Spring Bay Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Glamorgan Spring Bay municipal area.Further information: …
View news: Glamorgan Spring Bay Local Provisions ScheduleImportant – requirements for attending the Commission office, including for a hearing & Commission Appointment
Requirements for attending the Commission office, including for a hearingThe Commission must ensure it complies with Public Health requirements in managing the safety of the public and staff arising from COVID-19 as well as Departmental directions for safety of staff …
View news: Important – requirements for attending the Commission office, including for a hearing & Commission AppointmentWaratah-Wynyard draft LPS, Commission Meeting 7 March 2022 - Communique & Commission Appointments
Have your say on the Waratah-Wynyard draft LPSThe Waratah-Wynyard draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 21 March to 24 May 2022.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Waratah-Wynyard Council and the Commission’s …
View news: Waratah-Wynyard draft LPS, Commission Meeting 7 March 2022 - Communique & Commission AppointmentsIssuing of Planning Directive No. 8
The Minister for Planning has issued Planning Directive No. 8 - Exemptions, Application Requirements, Special Provisions and Zone ProvisionsThe planning directive is effective from Tuesday 22 February 2022 and replaces Interim Planning Directive 4. It applies to all interim planning schemes …
View news: Issuing of Planning Directive No. 8West Tamar Local Provisions Schedule
The West Tamar Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the West Tamar municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - We …
View news: West Tamar Local Provisions ScheduleStaff appointments
John Ramsay has been appointed as Executive Commissioner and Chairperson of the Commission for two years until January 2024.Claire Hynes has been appointed Deputy Executive Commissioner. …
View news: Staff appointmentsHave your say on the Huon Valley draft LPS
The Huon Valley draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 24 January 2022 to 28 March 2022.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Huon Valley Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Huon Valley Council du …
View news: Have your say on the Huon Valley draft LPSHave your say on the New Bridgewater Bridge Major Project
The major project impact statement and initial assessment report for the New Bridgewater Bridge Major Project are on public exhibition.Exhibition is from 19 January 2022 to 17 February 2022.The Development Assessment Panel invites you to make a representation.Further informat …
View news: Have your say on the New Bridgewater Bridge Major ProjectStaff appointments, COVID-19 updates and new guidelines
Peter Coney has been appointed as Planning Adviser to the Commission, commencing in January 2022.Recruitment has commenced for a Senior Planning Consultant and Executive Officer – see link below to the jobs websiteThe Commission has prepared and published guidelines for electr …
View news: Staff appointments, COVID-19 updates and new guidelinesHave your say on the Latrobe draft LPS
The Latrobe draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 17 January 2022 to 21 March 2022.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Latrobe Council and the Commission …
View news: Have your say on the Latrobe draft LPSCOVID-19 update: new requirements for attending the Commission office, including for a hearing
The Commission must ensure it complies with Public Health requirements in managing the safety of the public and staff arising from COVID-19 as well as Departmental directions for safety of staff and visitors to its premises.Requirements for attending the Commission office including for a h …
View news: COVID-19 update: new requirements for attending the Commission office, including for a hearingStaff Appointments and Movements and Christmas shutdown
Tim Robins has been appointed to permanent Planning Adviser.Chloe Edgell has been appointed as fixed term Planning Adviser to commence 11 January 2021.Marietta Wong has resigned from her position as Senior Planning Consultant.The Commission office will be closing for Christma …
View news: Staff Appointments and Movements and Christmas shutdownTasman Local Provisions Schedule
The Tasman Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Tasman municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Tasman …
View news: Tasman Local Provisions SchedulePractice Note 12 reissued
Practice Note 12 has been reissued to delete text in 6.0 Exhibition advising that the Commission has the power to extend the 28 day draft amendment exhibition period. That power does not exist for LPS amendments.Further information: …
View news: Practice Note 12 reissuedPractice Notes 11 & 12 revised
Revisions have been made to Practice Notes 11 & 12 to reflect recent changes to legislation.The changes relate to:a new process for submitting a draft amendment directed by the Commission where a draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) requires substantial modification; and …
View news: Practice Notes 11 & 12 revisedCommission Appointments and Staff Movements
CommissionersNick Heath and Brett Stewart were appointed as Commissioners on 23 August 2021 for a term of 5 years.Pam Allan and Max Kitchell were appointed as Commissioners on 25 October 2021 for a term of 5 years.Roger Howlett was appointed as a Commissioner o …
View news: Commission Appointments and Staff Movementsiplan temporarily unavailable
iplan will be temporarily unavailable due to planned maintenance on Friday 5 November from 8:00AM to 12:00PM. …
View news: iplan temporarily unavailableSouthern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy - SRD2.12 Information Sheet
Information about draft amendments relying on recently introduced SRD2.12 can be found in Information Sheet No.1 - 2021Further information:I …
View news: Southern Tasmania Regional Land Use Strategy - SRD2.12 Information SheetCentral Coast Local Provisions Schedule
The Central Coast Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Central Coast municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Planning …
View news: Central Coast Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on the Northern Midlands draft LPS
The Northern Midlands draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 22 October 2021 to 21 December 2021.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Northern Midlands Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Norther …
View news: Have your say on the Northern Midlands draft LPSClarence Local Provisions Schedule
The Clarence Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect.The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Clarence municipal area.Further information:Tasmanian Plannin …
View news: Clarence Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on the Break O’Day draft Local Provisions Schedule
The Break O'Day draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 11 October to 13 December 2021. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Break O'Day Council and the …
View news: Have your say on the Break O’Day draft Local Provisions SchedulePractice Note 9 revised
Revisions have been made to Practice Note 9 to reflect recent changes to legislation.The changes relate to:those parts of a draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) on which a representation may not be made; andconsideration of whether proposed modifications to an LPS are …
View news: Practice Note 9 revisedOwners’ consent form revised
The revised form places the onus on applicants to ensure they have the authority of their clients in the case of companies or associations, minimising the supporting documentation required. …
View news: Owners’ consent form revisedArchived interim planning scheme documents
As each Local Provisions Schedule is approved and the Tasmanian Planning Scheme takes effect for a particular planning area, the final version of the relevant interim planning scheme will be published on the Commission’s website in PDF format as soon as practicable.Further informatio …
View news: Archived interim planning scheme documentsPractice Note 15
The Commission has issued Practice Note 15 - Draft amendments to planning schemes not determined before a Local Provisions Schedule has effect. …
View news: Practice Note 15Have your say on the Central Highlands draft LPS
The Central Highlands draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from Monday 23 August to Friday 22 October 2021. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Central Highlands Council and the …
View news: Have your say on the Central Highlands draft LPSSection 60J Determination Guidelines
The Commission has issued determination guidelines for major projects.Further information:Section 60J Determination Guidelines …
View news: Section 60J Determination GuidelinesGlenorchy Local Provisions Schedule
The Glenorchy Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. The Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Glenorchy municipal area.Further information: …
View news: Glenorchy Local Provisions ScheduleTasmanian Planning Commission - Employment Register
The Commission has extended the employment register for the position of Senior Planning Consultant which is open until July 2023.Further information:See the advertisement jobs.tas.gov. …
View news: Tasmanian Planning Commission - Employment RegisterHave your say on the Launceston draft LPS
The Launceston draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 21 July to 18 September 2021.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Launceston City Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Launceston City Council …
View news: Have your say on the Launceston draft LPSHave your say on the Southern Midlands draft LPS
The Southern Midlands draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from Monday 5 July to Friday 3 September 2021.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Southern Midlands Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to So …
View news: Have your say on the Southern Midlands draft LPSUpdate on iplan replacement
Since the Commission’s new website was launched in November 2020, documents relating to hearings and assessments can now be found on the website.The Commission is continuing to make progress toward …
View news: Update on iplan replacementHave your say on the Sorell draft LPS
The Sorell draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 15 June to 16 August 2021. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Sorell Council and the …
View news: Have your say on the Sorell draft LPSHave your say on the Flinders draft LPS
The Flinders draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 2 June 2021 to 2 August 2021. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Flinders Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Flinders Council during the exhibition …
View news: Have your say on the Flinders draft LPSCircular Head Local Provisions Schedule
The Circular Head Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Circular Head municipal area.Further information: …
View news: Circular Head Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on the substantial modifications to the Glamorgan Spring Bay draft LPS
Part of the Glamorgan Spring Bay draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) has been substantially modified. The substantially modified part is on public exhibition from Wednesday 19 May 2021 to Monday 19 July 2021.The substantially modified part of the draft L …
View news: Have your say on the substantial modifications to the Glamorgan Spring Bay draft LPSWest Coast Local Provisions Schedule
The West Coast Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the West Coast municipal area. …
View news: West Coast Local Provisions SchedulePractice Note 14 revised
Revised Practice Note 14 includes more detailed requirements for statements of evidence from experts.Statements of evidence are to include the specified cover sheet, be provided in PDF format, with page and paragraph numbering and electronic indexing by bookmarking.Further informati …
View news: Practice Note 14 revisedMeander Valley Local Provisions Schedule
The Meander Valley Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Meander Valley municipal area. …
View news: Meander Valley Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on draft Planning Directive No. 8
Draft Planning Directive No. 8 – State Planning Provisions Exemptions, Application Requirements, Special Provisions and Zone Provisions (PD8) is on public exhibition. The Tasmanian Planning Commission invites you to make a representation.Exhibition is from 17 April 2021 to …
View news: Have your say on draft Planning Directive No. 8Have your say on the draft assessment criteria
The New Bridgewater Bridge Major Project draft assessment criteria are on public exhibition.Exhibition is from 14 April 2021 to 28 April 2021.The Development Assessment Panel invites you to make a representation.Further information: …
View news: Have your say on the draft assessment criteriaBrighton Local Provisions Schedule
The Brighton Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Brighton municipal area. …
View news: Brighton Local Provisions ScheduleHave your say on the West Tamar draft LPS
The West Tamar draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 22 February 2021 to 27 April 2021. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the West Tamar Council and the Commission’s websiteYou can make a representation to West Tamar Council …
View news: Have your say on the West Tamar draft LPSHave your say on the Tasman draft LPS
The Tasman draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 11 January 2021 to 13 March 2021. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Tasman Council and the Commission’s websites.You can make a representation to Tasman Council during the exhibition p …
View news: Have your say on the Tasman draft LPSPayment of Fees
The Commission is introducing invoicing for payment of fees. This will ensure that the fees required under Regulation 11 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 have been collected.The Commission cannot commence its consideration of a draft amendment without payment of the …
View news: Payment of FeesHave your say on the draft planning criteria
The North West Transmission Upgrade Project draft planning criteria are on public exhibition. The Tasmanian Planning Commission invites you to make a representation.Exhibition is from 5 December 2020 until 4 January 2021.Further information:See …
View news: Have your say on the draft planning criteriaHave your say about our new website
The Tasmanian Planning Commission recently launched its new website and would like to know what you think. A website satisfaction survey is currently available on our website and take …
View news: Have your say about our new websiteDevonport Local Provisions Schedule
The Devonport Local Provisions Schedule has come into effect. This means the Tasmanian Planning Scheme now applies in the Devonport municipal area. …
View news: Devonport Local Provisions SchedulePractice Note 7 revised
Revised Practice Note 7 provides more details on zone and code mapping to municipal area boundaries, in relation to the creation of GIS datasets and mapping of draft Local Provisions Schedules (LPS).Further information: …
View news: Practice Note 7 revisedIssuing of Planning Directive No. 7
The Minister for Planning has issued Planning Directive No. 7 – Permits for Temporary Housing.The planning directive is effective from Wednesday 16 September, and replaces Interim Planning Directive No. 3. It applies to all interim planning schemes and the Sullivans Cove Planning Sch …
View news: Issuing of Planning Directive No. 7Have your say on the West Coast draft LPS
The West Coast draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 17 August 2020 to 15 October 2020.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the West Coast Council and the Commission’s websites.You can make a representation to West Coast Council dur …
View news: Have your say on the West Coast draft LPSiplan to be replaced
iplan, initially developed by the Commission in 2013, is to be decommissioned. The Commission is currently redeveloping its website and it is anticipated that by November a contemporary website will provide information about the Commission, its assessment processes, and, progress of, and document …
View news: iplan to be replacedNew Practice Note 14
A new Practice Note has been released. Practice Note 14 - Expert evidence provides information about giving expert evidence in written submissions and at Commission hearings.Further information:Practi …
View news: New Practice Note 14Have your say on the Glenorchy draft LPS
The Glenorchy draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from Thursday 23 July 2020 to Monday 21 September 2020.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Glenorchy City Council and the Commission’s websites.You can make a representation to Gle …
View news: Have your say on the Glenorchy draft LPSiplan updated to implement the Tasmanian Planning Scheme
The Burnie LPS has come into effect today, meaning the Tasmanian Planning Scheme (TPS) now applies in the Burnie municipal area. As a result, the planning schemes page on iplan has been updated to implement the TPS.Please note, mapping layers in the LIST have also been updated t …
View news: iplan updated to implement the Tasmanian Planning SchemeHave your say on substantial modifications to the Brighton draft LPS
Part of the Brighton draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) has been substantially modified. The substantially modified part is on public exhibition from Monday 13 July until Friday 11 September 2020.The substantially modified part of the draft LPS and related documents are available on the …
View news: Have your say on substantial modifications to the Brighton draft LPSNew Practice Notes 12 and 13, and revised Practice Note 2
New Practice Notes for amending LPSs and revisions for urgent amendments have been released. Practice Note 12 - Local Provisions Schedule Amendments and Practice Note 13 - Local Provisions Schedule Amendments and Combined Permits relate to Local Provisions Schedu …
View news: New Practice Notes 12 and 13, and revised Practice Note 2Continued exhibition of Circular Head draft LPS
The Circular Head draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) public exhibition is continuing from Monday 22 June 2020 to Sunday 5 July 2020.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Circular Head Council website and the Commission’s website.You can make a representat …
View news: Continued exhibition of Circular Head draft LPSCOVID-19 update: Stage 2 COVID-19 restrictions and Commission hearings
In line with the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions, the Commission will resume holding hearings in its hearing room from Tuesday 16 June 2020.The Commission’s hearing room has limited capacity and it remains essential for parties and the public to complete the appropriate form for …
View news: COVID-19 update: Stage 2 COVID-19 restrictions and Commission hearingsHave your say on substantial modifications to the Meander Valley draft LPS
Part of the Meander Valley draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) has been substantially modified. The substantially modified part is on public exhibition from Monday 15 June 2020 to Thursday 13 August 2020.The substantially modified part of the draft LPS and related documents are available …
View news: Have your say on substantial modifications to the Meander Valley draft LPSExhibition of Devonport draft LPS extended
The Devonport draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 23 March 2020 to 12 June 2020.The public exhibition period has been extended to 12 June 2020. The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Devonport City Council website and the Commission’s …
View news: Exhibition of Devonport draft LPS extendedSubscription to Tasmanian Planning Commission News
To subscribe or unsubscribe to email updates when ‘News’ is updated on the Commission’s website, please email tpc@planning.tas.gov.au. …
View news: Subscription to Tasmanian Planning Commission NewsCOVID-19 update: Commission's new hearing arrangements
The Commission has new arrangements for hearings in response to COVID-19.The Commission will continue to hold public hearings however all hearings will be convened by telephone or Skype for Business to avoid the spread of COVID-19.There is no change to the notification of hearings. …
View news: COVID-19 update: Commission's new hearing arrangementsCOVID-19 update: Hearing arrangements in response to COVID-19
While the Commission’s hearings are held in public, you will be asked to participate by telephone or video link in the interests of managing the spread of COVID-19.So that the Commission can coordinate teleconferencing requirements for the hearing, you must confirm your intention to …
View news: COVID-19 update: Hearing arrangements in response to COVID-19COVID-19 update: Hearing arrangements in response to COVID-19
While the Commission’s hearings are held public, unless you are appearing before the Commission, you are encouraged to consider whether it is necessary to attend the hearing.You may be asked to participate by telephone or video link in the interests of managing the spread of the COVI …
View news: COVID-19 update: Hearing arrangements in response to COVID-19Owners' Consent form issued
The Commission has issued an owners' consent form that must accompany all draft amendments and combined permits and amendments from 30 March 2020. The completed form will provide evidence of owners' consent as required under section 33(2A) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993. …
View news: Owners' Consent form issuedIssue of Practice Note 11
The Commission has issued Practice Note 11 – Substantial modification to part of a draft Local Provisions Schedule. This provides guidance following a direction for the planning authority to substantial modify a part of a draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) under section …
View news: Issue of Practice Note 11Minister makes minor amendments to the SPPs
The Minister has made minor amendments to the State Planning Provisions (SPPs), not requiring public exhibition.The Minister for Planning has made amendment 01-2018 of the SPPs. Full details and an amended version of the SPPs can be viewed and downloaded from the …
View news: Minister makes minor amendments to the SPPsHave your say on Permits for Temporary Housing
Draft Planning Directive No. 7 - Permits for Temporary Housing is on public exhibition from Wednesday 19 February to Wednesday 25 March 2020.The Commission is inviting written representations on Draft Planning Directive No. 7 - Permits for Temporary Housing.Information on the assess …
View news: Have your say on Permits for Temporary HousingHave your say on the Circular Head draft LPS
The Circular Head draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from Friday 7 February 2020 to Wednesday 8 April 2020.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Circular Head Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Ci …
View news: Have your say on the Circular Head draft LPSRevised Practice Note 1, 3 and 6
Revised Practice Note 1 and 3 provide more details on amendment instruments and documents provided to the Commission for planning scheme amendments.Revised Practice Note 6 reflects changes to legislation on preparing draft Local Provisions Schedules for exhibition.Further informatio …
View news: Revised Practice Note 1, 3 and 6Have your say on the Clarence draft LPS
The Clarence draft Local Provisions Schedule (LPS) is on public exhibition from 15 January to 17 March 2020.The draft LPS and related documents are available on the Clarence City Council and the Commission’s website.You can make a representation to Clarence City Council during …
View news: Have your say on the Clarence draft LPS