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The Shire of Northam is currently in a PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD as of 18th November 2023. All burning is strictly not allowed and all signs of smoke/fire should be reported to 000 immediately. For more information please click HERE.
Published on Thursday, 16 November 2023 at 4:37:34 PM
Notice is hereby given for public information that the Shire of Northam has reviewed its Local Planning Policy No. 3.
Council at its Ordinary Council Meeting held on the 15th of November 2023 resolved to advertise for public comment in accordance with the provisions of Local Planning Scheme No. 6, draft amendments to Local Planning Policy No 3 (LPP3): Small Homes, Transportable, Repurposed and Second-Hand Dwellings.
The proposed amendments will introduce guidance on small home development within the Shire of Northam.
Comments in relation to this Policy will be accepted by the Shire of Northam, in writing, until close of business on 7/12/2023.
Further information can be obtained by contacting Shire’s Planning Team on 9622 6100 or by emailing [email protected].
You can find the draft document containing the proposed amendments attached.
LPP3 Transportable_ Repurposed and Secondhand Dwellings_Draft Amended 2023