A Local Development Plan (LDP) guides the design and development of small and constrained lots.
How do I create a Local Development Plan?
Local Development Plan (LDPs) should only be prepared in the following instances:
- lots with an area less than 260m2
- lots that are irregularly configured
- lots where specific vehicle access and egress control is required
- lots abutting public open space
- local and neighbourhood centres
- lots that have been identified to accommodate a future change of use
- lots with particular site constraints (e.g. steeply sloping land)
- to address noise buffer and amelioration requirements.
Any other variations to the R-Codes require the Western Australian Planning Commission’s approval as per cl. 7.3.2 of the R-Codes.
| R-Codes Elements | DTC Provisions that may be varied |
|---|---|
| Context |
cl 5.2.1 Street Setbacks |
| Streetscape | cl 5.2.1 setback of garage and carport cl 5.2.2 garage width cl 5.2.3 street surveillance cl 5.2.4 street walls and fences cl 5.2.5 sight lines cl 5.2.6 appearance of retained dwelling cl 5.2.7 site works |
| Building design | cl 5.4.3 outbuildings cl 5.4.4 external fixtures |
| Special purpose dwellings | cl 5.4.3 outbuildings cl 5.4.4 external fixtures |
There is no application form for Local Development Plans. Instead, please submit a covering letter that justifies why the LDP is required and what R-Code provisions it seeks to vary.
Submit your cover letter either:
- via email to swan@swan.wa.gov.au
- in person or post to City of Swan Administration, 2 Midland Square, Midland, 6056.
We will send you an invoice once we receive your application. View our schedule of fees.