Dungog Shire is at a real turning point. Our towns and villages are growing, new opportunities are on the horizon, and more people than ever are discovering the amazing lifestyle we enjoy here.
To help guide this exciting period of change, Council is developing a long-term strategy to ensure our growth is well planned, sustainable, and true to the rural charm that makes our shire so special.
Council obtained a $1,895,000 grant under the Commonwealth Housing Support Program to develop the Dungog Shire Housing and Infrastructure Master Plan in order to meet Commonwealth guidelines for housing diversity (rural and village living), tourism, community infrastructure, rural lands and agricultural activities, biodiversity and rural character.
We have commenced a comprehensive planning process, which includes the delivery of:
• A Rural Lands Strategy
• A Local Housing Strategy
• An Infrastructure Capacity and Prioritization Plan
• A Dungog Strategic Centre Structure Plan
• A Growth Management Strategy in the form of an updated Local Strategic Planning Statement
• An Executive Summary and Delivery Plan
This will also address the requirements of the Hunter Regional Plan 2041 and state planning dwelling targets.
Extensive community consultation will take place as each plan or strategy is developed and an online Spatial Viewer tool will be available for community members to understand how any proposed changes to planning controls could affect them before submitting comment.
While these documents will set a strategic planning framework (as with the Clarence Town Structure Plan), they do not change planning controls or zoning. Their purpose is to support preparation of a new Local Environmental Plan and Development Contribution Plan.
To find out more visit Council’s website and subscribe for updates. https://www.dungog.nsw.gov.au/Projects-Works/ Other-works/Housing-and-Infrastructure-Master-Plan
New Clarence Town Bridge
Council’s website has a comprehensive suite of information about this project. Visit: www.dungog.nsw.gov.au/ProjectsWorks/Major-works/New-Clarence-Town-Bridge
Your local B Ward Councillors:
James Campbell 0484 599 709
james.campbell@dungog.nsw.gov.au
Steve low 4996 4022
steve.low49@gmail.com
