Planning for Yarra's future
Information on how we're balancing changes in land use and development with the needs of our community.
Land use changes and new development can be challenging for our community.
For some there are concerns the rate of growth is too fast and may negatively impact the look and feel of their neighbourhood.
Others are excited about the opportunities those changes bring such as sustainable living and more affordable housing close to the city.
Our role is to balance both sides by ensuring:
- new housing options are in appropriate areas
- employment precincts remain attractive to a range of businesses
- we set directions for where certain levels of development are appropriate
- we set directions on how developments should respond to the existing character.
We prepare plans and strategies to guide future land use and development changes in Yarra.
Explore the projects that help us manage growth and change.
Fitzroy Gasworks site redevelopment
The historic industrial site will become a new neighbourhood with affordable homes and open space. View the Victorian Government's vision and current works.
Alphington Paper Mill
Alphington Paper Mill is being transformed into a new residential precinct with shops, offices, open spaces and community facilities.
Activity centre planning
Activity centre planning helps ensure growth is well managed and the character of the centre is maintained.
Liveable Yarra Project
Information on the Liveable Yarra Project looking at community consultation on the challenges and opportunities brought by growth and change in the City of Yarra.
Heidelberg Road Local Area Plan
Heidelberg Rd forms the boundary between Yarra and City of Darebin. The Heidelberg Road Local Area Plan and Built Form Framework guide future development.
Yarra River corridor strategy
The Yarra River is a major parkland, biodiversity and recreation corridor and critical to the City of Yarra. Learn how the Yarra Strategic Plan is helping protect it.