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Shire-wide planning projects

Macedon Ranges Planning Scheme Review

The review is an audit of the Macedon Ranges Planning Scheme. All Councils are required to regularly review their Planning Schemes to ensure they are up-to-date and provide clear and relevant guidance for the community, developers and planners.

Bushfire Management Overlay

Changes to the planning scheme have introduced greater bushfire protection measures.

In the Rural Living Zone Strategy

Amendment C110 seeks to make various changes to the Rural Living Zone schedules as well as overlays and local planning policies within the Macedon Ranges Planning Scheme.

Rural Land Use Strategy

The Rural Land Use Strategy will identify and address existing and emerging rural land use planning issues and opportunities, and set a new direction to ensure the protection of our important farming and rural conservation areas.

Industrial Design Guidelines C71

The Industrial Design Guidelines (Amendment C71) must be considered when developing industrial or commercial land.

Macedon Ranges Statement of Planning Policy update

Council is working in partnership with the Victorian Government and Traditional Owners to introduce a range of reforms that will protect our shire's unique values for current and future generations.