2022-11-14 GC Agenda - Item 4 - Attachment 1 - Short Term Accommodation Monitoring Report 2022

      e. Sufficient land for housing is provided in appropriate locations to support the
         projected non-resident workforce population associated with approved largescale
         mining, agriculture, industry or infrastructure projects.

1.1.2 Liveable communities
The SPP states in part that for liveable communities:
       The liveability of communities concerns all levels of
       government as it directly influences our quality of life and
       wellbeing. As the population of our cities and towns grow –
       and socioeconomic and demographic profiles change – the
       importance of attractive, healthy, safe, accessible and
       inclusive places and spaces increases. Liveable communities
       are those that are vibrant, prosperous, diverse, inclusive,
       accessible, attractive, healthy and safe…
The state interests for liveable communities are:
Liveable, well-designed and serviced communities are delivered
to support wellbeing and enhance quality of life.
       Built and natural environment:
       1. High quality urban design and place making outcomes are facilitated and promote:
              a. affordable living and sustainable and complete communities
              b. attractive, adaptable, accessible and inclusive built environments
              c. personal safety and security
              d. functional, accessible, legible and connected spaces
              e. community identity through considering local features, character, needs and
                 aspirations.
       2. Vibrant places and spaces, and diverse communities that meet lifestyle needs are
       facilitated by:
              a. good neighbourhood planning and centre design
              b. a mix of land uses that meet the diverse demographic, social, cultural,
                 economic and lifestyle needs of the community
              c. consolidating urban development in and around existing settlements
              d. higher density development in accessible and well-serviced locations
              e. efficient use of established infrastructure and services
              f. supporting a range of formal and informal sporting, recreational and
                 community activities.
       3. Development is designed to:
              a. value and nurture local landscape character and the natural environment
              b. maintain or enhance important cultural landscapes and areas of high scenic
                 amenity, including important views and vistas that contribute to natural and
                 visual amenity
              c. maintain or enhance opportunities for public access and use of the natural
                 environment. Infrastructure and services.
       4. Connected pedestrian, cycling and public transport infrastructure networks are
       facilitated and provided.
       5. Community facilities and services, including education facilities (state and non-state
       providers), health facilities, emergency services, arts and cultural infrastructure, and
       sport, recreation and cultural facilities are well-located, cost-effective and multi-
       functional.


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