A new planning scheme amendment seeks to clarify heritage and planning controls which conserve and enhance places of cultural heritage significance in Greater Bendigo.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
The change to the City’s planning laws, Amendment C201, is being placed on public exhibition for a two month period from today and includes guidelines on subdivision and additions to assist heritage property owners.
The proposed amendment adds 23 places into the heritage overlay, including miners’ cottages, churches as well as a number of larger industrial type sites. It also introduces guidelines to assist property owners to restore, alter and develop heritage places and reduces the need to obtain planning permits for minor matters such as swimming pools in backyards.
Planning and development director Prue Mansfield said heritage protection is vital if Greater Bendigo is to be Australia’s most liveable regional city.
“The city is working together with the community to protect our significant heritage so it can be enjoyed today and in the future,” Ms Mansfield said.