CONSULTATION is underway on the proposed planning scheme amendment which will shape the future of residential developments in the Kingston Council area.
Kingston Council has been working on a housing strategy and neighbourhood character study since 2017. The strategy outlines new zones for the Kingston municipality, which will either restrict or allow future developments.
In October 2021 council approved its most recent changes to the housing strategy and neighbourhood character study. The proposed final overlay saw 77.24 per cent of land available for residential development classified as in the “neighbourhood residential zone”, limiting development to two storeys.
Multiple areas between Mentone and Moorabbin are designated “substantial change” areas, meaning developments of up to four storeys are likely to be permitted.
The planning minister will still have to approve any changes to the planning scheme amendment before the strategy is implemented.
Consultation on planning scheme amendment C203 is open until 29 September. To view affected properties and make a submission visit yourkingstonyoursay.com.au/c203
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 24 August 2022