Laneway Policy Review

The Shire of Collie is reviewing a long-standing Policy that applies when a landowner wishes to build a house that would gain access from a laneway.

Changes to the Policy are being considered that would lessen the requirements of landowners who may wish to develop their land.

Following a recent decision of Council, arrangements are now being made to advertise the draft Policy for public comment.  Information is being prepared that will help explain the purposes of the Policy and how it would apply.  When this is ready, the advertising will commence, and a public meeting will be held to discuss the issues.  A good amount of time will be available for public submissions to be made.

Public notices will be widely published when advertising of the suggested Policy changes commences.

The existing policy and proposed changes only apply to owners wishing to develop their land.

The Shire has no intention to compel owners to develop or compulsorily resume private land.