The policy will also provide a basis for negotiation between Aboriginal communities and local government about planning control and foster the development of co-operative strategies which aim to minimise the need to use strict regulatory powers.

The objectives of this policy are to improve the standard of living and quality of life of people living in Aboriginal communities by:
• providing a framework to ensure that large permanent Aboriginal communities are afforded a high level of service;
• ensuring that these communities and associated land uses are appropriately identified and zoned within town planning schemes;
• providing a mechanism that will enable both local government and the WAPC to approve layout plans prepared for Aboriginal communities; and
• providing a framework for negotiation and decision making between Aboriginal communities and local government.