Greenvale North PSP (Part 2)

The Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) is responsible for the planning of new suburbs and renewal sites in Victoria and is responsible for draft amendment C273hume.

The VPA report to the Minister for Planning while working closely with Hume City Council, government agencies and the planning and development community on integrated land use and infrastructure coordination for important development sites and precincts.

Our key priorities include unlocking land for new homes and communities, facilitating housing diversity and affordability, job creation and better development of new communities in growing and established areas.

A Greenvale North (Part 2) Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) is a long-term plan for urban development. It describes how the land is expected to be developed, particularly how and where services and infrastructure will to be located, in order to support the development of new communities.

For the Greenvale North Precinct PSP, it provides guidance toward the preferred location for transport, open spaces, heritage areas, urban design, integrated water management and the facilitation of the Greenvale Reservoir Bund.

Whilst providing a structure for future development, the plan is also needed to enable the delivery of drainage infrastructure for the Greenvale Reservoir while enabling local connections between Greenvale, Craigieburn and Roxburgh Park.

An Infrastructure Contributions Plan (ICP) is a system for funding basic and essential local infrastructure required by a new community.

When land within a precinct is developed, an ICP determines whether an infrastructure contribution is required to be paid by developers to fund the provision of works, services or facilities (infrastructure) and/or secure land for public purposes.

ICPs are based on the principle that the future users of new infrastructure should pay a fair and reasonable contribution towards its provision. The cost of the infrastructure identified through the PSP which is to be recovered from landowners is generally distributed proportionally across the landholdings.

The PSP will enable the delivery of drainage infrastructure to protect the Greenvale Reservoir. It will also guide the delivery of approximately 380 new homes that will integrate into the adjoining established residential areas of Greenvale North (R1) and Craigieburn West PSP.

It will also enable the future delivery of high-quality residential neighborhoods, a pedestrian-friendly transport network and generous community-centered open spaces that match the character of the established neighbouring communities.

The Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) is leading the preparation of the PSP and planning controls for the Greenvale North Part 2 Precinct in consultation with the Hume City Council. The VPA is facilitating a whole-of-government approach, which includes consulting with all relevant stakeholders, including state government agencies, council, and landowners.

The VPA has collaborated with Hume City Council and Melbourne Water to prepare the draft plan.

Extensive research and analysis has been undertaken to prepare the PSP which is captured in the PSP background report.

The VPA is now seeking feedback from the community on the draft plan.

What is a planning scheme amendment?

The Infrastructure Contributions Overlay (ICO) outlines requirements for monetary and/or land contributions within a specific area, often to secure land for public open space. Typically prepared by a planning authority like a municipal council or the Minister for Planning, its creation and approval follow guidelines set by the Planning and Environment Act and ministerial directives.

The Urban Growth Zone (UGZ) designates land for future urban development, facilitating the transition from non-urban to urban use. It encourages the creation of well-planned, services urban communities in line with PSPs, streamlines approval processes in these areas, and protects non-urban land from activities that could impede its future urban development.

The VPA has closely collaborated with Melbourne Water to ensure the protection of the reservoir, with the integration of the Yuroke Creek Development Services Scheme (DSS) bolstering our flood management efforts.

Climate change has been considered within the plan through the incorporation of key elements such as open space, tree canopy enhancement, and integrated water management strategies. Additionally, the PSP emphasises achieving ecologically sustainable development (ESD) outcomes, ensuring that the development aligns with long-term environmental sustainability goals.

The infrastructure planned for Greenvale reservoir will ensure its integrity as a crucial source of drinking water is safeguarded from urban development. The construction of a bund by Melbourne Water will ensure that the reservoir remains protected from any potential harm resulting from nearby development and will ensure the continued supply of clean and safe drinking water for the community.

For more information on the work Melbourne Water is doing, refer to https://letstalk.melbournewater.com.au/greenvale-north-part-2-DSS

Infrastructure and development staging involves strategically planning and phasing projects over time to ensure efficient implementation and sustainability through the consideration of factors such as funding, regulations, and practicality.

The plan prioritises the protection of the reservoir by ensuring that necessary safeguards are in place before any new development takes place. Additionally, the plan includes specific requirements to ensure that local infrastructure is provided early in the lifecycle of the new community.

Living or working near the precinct, especially with the development in Greenvale North Part 2, means improved and stronger connections in the future between Craigieburn West, Greenvale North, and Roxburgh. Improved connectivity fosters greater access, convenience, and opportunities for community cohesion.

The funding for ICP items typically comes from developer contributions, which are collected as part of the development process and funded by landowners.

Any person, including residents, landowners, and other affected community members can make a written submission on draft Amendment C273hume and accompanying documents.

Draft Amendment C273hume and all supporting documents are available free of charge to the general public on the VPA’s project webpage and on the Engage Victoria webpage under the documents section.

Phone interpreters in all languages on 03 8351 3452. If you would like to receive translated copies of any material, contact us via 03 9651 9600 or email Dale Bristow, Strategic Planning Manager, at dale.bristow@vpa.vic.gov.au

Submissions received after this date may not be considered by the VPA and will be assessed to determine how or if they can be considered. For more information, refer to Greenvale North Part 2.

Submissions on draft Amendment C273hume must be made in writing to the VPA via the submissions form located on the Greenvale North Part 2 webpage or by post.

Post:

Victorian Planning Authority
Greenvale North (Part 2)
Level 25, 35 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000

We have prepared a How to Make a Submission guide to help you navigate making a submission on a planning scheme amendment. You can access it on the documents section on the Greenvale North Part 2 webpage or on the VPA webpage.

Submissions provided to the Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) are part of an open public process where all parties affected by the planning scheme can provide input into the draft amendment.

If you choose to make a submission, you consent to your submission being made public, and being identified as the author of the submission.

Your submission will be made available for public inspection on the VPA website until two months after gazettal of the resulting planning scheme amendment and will also be made available to relevant Ministers and local councils, and other involved government agencies.

If you are a private individual, your personal information will be removed from your submission before it is released to parties outside government or local councils. Contact details do not include the address of land which is the subject of your submission.

By making a submission, you also give permission for copyright material to be copied and made public.

You can call the VPA project team at any time during business hours, Monday to Friday 9 – 5pm on 03 9651 9600 (Project Manager).

Once a submission is made to the VPA, you will first receive a notice to acknowledge it has been received.

After the consultation period ends, VPA staff will review all submissions received. As part of this process, VPA staff may contact submitters as required to further discuss their submission and any changes sought.

If required, draft Amendment C273hume may be subject to the VPA Projects Standing Advisory Committee (SAC). The SAC has been established to provide independent advice on draft planning scheme amendments to the VPA and the Minister for Planning.

While the VPA will seek to resolve issues raised by submitters, following the public consultation process, the Minister for Planning will be advised of the outcomes and provided with options to resolve submissions, including, but not limited to, referral of unresolved submissions to the SAC. If so, submitters will be contacted regarding next steps, process, and timing.

This is the final phase of consultation on the Greenvale North Part 2 PSP and the only phase of consultation on draft Amendment C273hume to the Hume Planning Scheme.

If you make a submission, you may be invited to participate in a subsequent independent review process. Otherwise, this is your final opportunity to have your say on the strategic planning for the Greenvale North Part 2 PSP.