Integrated Water Management Strategy Key legislation Planning and Environment Act and Nillumbik Planning Scheme Environment Protection Act Local Government Act Goal 3 Our built environment Our goal is to provide infrastructure and plan for a built environment which respects and preserves the unique character of the Green Wedge. Nillumbik has a unique character and heritage and we want to ensure that future development in our municipality reflects the Shire’s charm and minimise the impact on the natural environment. Through the provision of footpaths, drains, community buildings and other assets, we aim to provide a built environment where facilities and infrastructure meet the current and future needs of our community. Strategies We will promote appropriate development in the right locations to increase the diversity of housing options for Nillumbik residents We will plan so that any development is sympathetic to the Shire’s unique heritage and protects neighbourhood character and our tree canopy We will regulate development in areas of high fire risk according to relevant legislation We will promote water and energy efficient building practices and educate the community about environmentally sustainable options We will advocate to the State Government for improvements to public transport and main roads in the Shire to improve access and amenity for local residents We will provide a safe and accessible network of local roads, footpaths and trails We will responsibly manage our existing assets to maximise the life of the Shire’s important community and civic infrastructure We will invest in new or improved community facilities that are planned to meet identified community We will strive for a clean, well-maintained Shire that enhances a sense of community pride and safety Strategic indicators Asset renewal expenses as a percentage of depreciation. Increased satisfaction with maintenance of local heritage as measured through the Annual Community Survey Increased satisfaction with appearance and quality of new developments as measured through the Annual Community Survey
Integrated Water Management Strategy Key legislation Planning and Environment Act and Nillumbik Planning Scheme Environment Protection Act Local Government Act Goal 3 Our built environment Our goal is to provide infrastructure and plan for a built environment which respects and preserves the unique character of the Green Wedge. Nillumbik has a unique character and heritage and we want to ensure that future development in our municipality reflects the Shire’s charm and minimise the impact on the natural environment. Through the provision of footpaths, drains, community buildings and other assets, we aim to provide a built environment where facilities and infrastructure meet the current and future needs of our community. Strategies We will promote appropriate development in the right locations to increase the diversity of housing options for Nillumbik residents We will plan so that any development is sympathetic to the Shire’s unique heritage and protects neighbourhood character and our tree canopy We will regulate development in areas of high fire risk according to relevant legislation We will promote water and energy efficient building practices and educate the community about environmentally sustainable options We will advocate to the State Government for improvements to public transport and main roads in the Shire to improve access and amenity for local residents We will provide a safe and accessible network of local roads, footpaths and trails We will responsibly manage our existing assets to maximise the life of the Shire’s important community and civic infrastructure We will invest in new or improved community facilities that are planned to meet identified community We will strive for a clean, well-maintained Shire that enhances a sense of community pride and safety Strategic indicators Asset renewal expenses as a percentage of depreciation. Increased satisfaction with maintenance of local heritage as measured through the Annual Community Survey Increased satisfaction with appearance and quality of new developments as measured through the Annual Community Survey
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