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Melbourne's 2017-2050 Development Strategy

May 2, 2025

Plan Melbourne Implementation Actions (2017-2050)

Overview

  • Plan Melbourne: Strategic planning document for Melbourne's growth and development from 2017 to 2050.
  • Objectives: Position Melbourne as a productive, liveable, sustainable, and resilient city with an integrated transport system and vibrant neighborhoods.

Key Outcomes and Actions

Outcome 1: Melbourne is a Productive City

  • Land-use Framework: Develop plans for each metropolitan region focusing on population growth, jobs, housing, transport, and infrastructure.
  • Central City Planning: Coordinate investments and growth in central city precincts.
  • Urban Renewal Precincts: Long-term planning for major precincts like Fishermans Bend and Docklands.
  • Innovation Clusters: Develop strategies for national employment and innovation clusters.
  • Activity Centres: Review and enhance activity centers to boost employment and housing.

Outcome 2: Housing Choice Close to Jobs and Services

  • Regional Housing Plans: Guide housing growth and address diversity and affordability.
  • Urban Renewal: Promote redevelopment in greyfield areas; focus on Fishermans Bend.
  • Social and Affordable Housing: Reform planning for increased supply.

Outcome 3: Integrated Transport System

  • Metro and Rail Improvements: Transition to a metro-style rail system; enhance bus and tram networks.
  • Transport Planning: Incorporate transport networks into planning, focus on connectivity.
  • Cycling and Walking Networks: Develop strategic cycling corridors and enhance pedestrian links.

Outcome 4: Distinctive and Liveable City

  • Design Excellence: Promote high-quality design in infrastructure projects.
  • Public Spaces: Enhance public squares and green spaces.
  • Heritage and Culture: Protect heritage areas and celebrate cultural heritage, including Aboriginal culture.

Outcome 5: Inclusive, Vibrant, and Healthy Neighborhoods

  • 20-Minute Neighborhoods: Develop neighborhoods where residents can access most of their daily needs within a 20-minute walk.
  • Community Services: Plan for health and wellbeing precincts.

Outcome 6: Sustainable and Resilient City

  • Sustainable Development: Enhance energy, water, and waste management standards.
  • Climate Adaptation: Improve strategies to mitigate risks from climate change and natural hazards.
  • Urban Greening: Develop urban forests and green initiatives to cool and beautify the city.

Outcome 7: Productive Regional Victoria

  • Growth Frameworks: Support regional cities with growth strategies.
  • Infrastructure Links: Strengthen connections between regional Victoria and Melbourne.

Leadership and Implementation

  • Government Land Use: Optimize use of government-owned land.
  • Infrastructure Funding: Review funding for necessary infrastructure developments.
  • Population Scenarios: Develop scenarios for future population growth and housing needs.

Implementation Timeline

  • Short-term (S): Immediate to a few years.
  • Medium-term (M): Several years to a decade.
  • Long-term (L): Decadal timescales.

Agencies Involved

  • DELWP: Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
  • DJPR: Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions
  • VPA: Victorian Planning Authority
  • Councils: Local government bodies
  • Others: Various agencies and departments depending on specific actions.