22 April 2008

First introduced as a trial in 1998, the Liveable Neighbourhoods initiative is now endorsed for structure planning and subdivision for greenfield sites and for the redevelopment of large brownfield and urban infill sites.

Since it replaces most existing WAPC development control policies, all redundant policies will be progressively removed.

Liveable Neighbourhoods is a performance-based code that provides an innovative approach to planning and design.

A fundamental aim of the code is to achieve walkable neighbourhoods with reduced reliance on cars; convenient access to services and facilities; a strong sense of community; safe, connected communities and a choice of housing types.

The delivery of Liveable Neighbourhoods will support the Network City framework - the State Government's vision for regional planning for Perth and Peel.

Since the first edition was released a decade ago, the document has been reviewed and now reflects a greater emphasis on supporting sustainable urban development.

The updated document is presented in a practical loose-leaf format for easy updating and replacement of sections.

Liveable Neighbourhoods is one of a small number of WAPC publications for which a charge applies.

Liveable Neighbourhoods is available from the State Law Publisher. A view only pdf of the Liveable Neighbourhoods is available online.

Liveable Neighbourhoods is available for $40 in a custom binder with dividers including registration for all future updates or $15 for the pdf version.

Click here to purchase a copy online from the State Law Publisher or download an order form to fax.

Liveable Neighbourhoods can also be purchased in person at the

State Law Publisher
Ground Floor
10 William Street Perth
Ph 9321 7688

Text may be used as quotes attributed to Mr Jeremy Dawkins, WAPC Chairman

Contact: Natasha Farrell 9264 7518 / 0408 955 604