Changes to the Urban Growth Boundary are recommended in Melbourne's west (between Melton, Caroline Springs and Werribee); north (from Epping North and Craigieburn to Beveridge and around Sunbury); and south-east (south-east of Cranbourne, including Clyde). The Government is seeking feedback on this proposal.

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A public consultation process was conducted from 17 June to 17 July 2009. Submissions have now closed. The Government is currently reviewing all submissions received.

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The Development Assessment Forum recommend ways to streamline the processes for development approval and cut red tape without sacrificing the quality of the decision making. The Forum recognises that in Australia's rapidly changing planning environment, planning systems must adopt more efficient processes that deliver the best possible social, environmental and economic outcomes.

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Provides information about Melbourne's 12 green wedges, spanning 17 municipalities.

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A plan for Melbourne's growth areas sets out a new approach to managing development in Melbourne's five growth areas: Casey-Cardinia, Hume, Melton-Caroline Springs, Whittlesea and Wyndham.

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The Local Government and Planning Ministers' Council aims to enhance the effectiveness of local government and planning in Australia and New Zealand. The Council leads debate in decision making on key strategic policy matters for Local Government and planning in Australia and New Zealand that can be addressed at the national level.

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The new Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) is responsible for land-use planning and environment assessment in Victoria. This includes managing the regulatory framework and providing advice on planning policy, urban design and strategic planning, as well as information on land development and forecasting.

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Links to projects and programs to improve and coordinate planning across Victoria.

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ResCode is a package of provisions for residential development which are incorporated into planning schemes and the Building Regulations. Provides links to the provisions, information about various types of dwelling and planning and building permits.

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The Urban Development Program is a major initiative of the Victorian Government to support the implementation of Melbourne 2030 and is the primary mechanism for advising the Victorian Government about the supply of and demand for residential and industrial land within metropolitan Melbourne and the Geelong Region.

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