2. 1. Planning for the future 2. Why Southside Riverside? 3. What is a Neighbourhood Plan? 4. What has happened so far? 5. Involving the community? 6. How you can get involved Welcome
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4. 1. Planning for the future Our population is increasing We need to accommodate for population growth over the next 20 years and beyond and minimise impacts. Over 145,000 new dwellings will be required. 115,000 of those to be within existing urban areas by 2026.
5. 1. Planning for the future Our Shared Vision In 2006 – 55,000 residents had their say about the future of Brisbane. Brisbane’s friendliness, our green open spaces and our outdoor lifestyle are important. Our shared vision: living in Brisbane 2026 is Council’s plan for the future.
6. 1. Planning for the future Draft CityShape 2026 Over 67% of people preferred growth in Centres and Corridors
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10. 3. What is a Neighbourhood Plan? What can a Neighbourhood Plan achieve? CAN ACHIEVE Plan for where growth will go State what uses and activities are OK Set standards for development Inform building design Inform streetscape design Identify places and spaces for people Improve safety and access Retain and protect character CANT ACHIEVE Stop people from moving to the area Make development happen Prohibit or stop development Put new conditions on existing development Stop state and federal government development Rent control Instigate services such as public transport
11. 4. What has happened so far? 2006 - West End / Woolloongabba Local Plan ( 17 distinct precincts) 2007/2008 - Draft Kurilpa Structure Planning (Concentrated on Kurilpa Point only) May 2008 - Council Resolution to prepare Neighbourhood Plan new plan boundary area
12. 5. Involving the community? South Brisbane Riverside Neighbourhood Plan Understanding issues Feedback on draft Plans Developing a Vision Council is working with the Community…
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15. 6. How you can get involved Community Planning Team advice will be considered along with comments from business, community, government agencies and others. You will be invited to have your say at key points during the planning process For more information contact us: [email_address] (07) 3403 8888
