In response to community concerns Kingborough Council has voted to appoint an independent planning consultant to support the Council in reviewing key parts of the draft Local Provisions Schedule which has been submitted to the Tasmanian Planning Commission.
The consultant will review the application of the new Landscape Conservation Zone and the Bruny Island and Bonnet Hill Specific Area Plans.
The scope of work will include consideration of other zoning options like the Rural Living Zone (RLZ).
Mayor Paula Wriedt said she hoped the move would help provide some comfort to members of the community concerned about the implementation of the new scheme.
“Once the consultant has drafted a response, it will come back to Council for a decision,” Cr Wriedt said.
“Planning is complex, and it has the ability to stimulate strong debate.
“I hope this can help move this issue forward and give the community confidence both in this process and that we have listened to its concerns.”