In preparing for the next steps at Fishermans Bend the Department of Transport and Planning developed a draft Montague Precinct Implementation Plan(opens in a new window) and draft Fishermans Bend Urban Renewal Area Development Contributions Plan(opens in a new window), for public feedback. This stage of engagement has closed.
The Montague Precinct Implementation Plan includes a conceptual detail around the proposed approach to:
- place creation and activation
- laneways and character
- local streets and parks
- economy and activity
- connections and gateways
- infrastructure delivery principles and delivery packages, and
- future policy work.
The Fishermans Bend Urban Renewal Area Development Contributions Plan sets out a funding approach to deliver over $2.65 billion of essential precinct infrastructure across Fishermans Bend to 2055 and how development will contribute towards these costs. The DCP:
- Includes key open spaces, establishing the local road network, major drainage infrastructure, and key community hubs in each municipality.
- Prioritises funding for over 120 infrastructure projects across Fishermans Bend over three phases to 2055.
- Is supported by Draft supporting planning controls which also propose to introduce development incentives to support delivery of open space.
- Will replace the existing ‘interim’ development contribution arrangements that have been in place since 2015, providing greater certainty and transparency regarding infrastructure funding and delivery.
To learn more about the Montague Precinct Implementation Plan and Fishermans Bend Urban Renewal Area Development Contributions Plan visit Engage Victoria(opens in a new window).
All submissions were referred to the Precincts Standing Advisory Committee (PSAC) for independent review and advice. The Directions Hearing process was held on 15 April 2024, followed by PSAC Hearings from late May. All authors of submissions were notified about the process. The PSAC will provide a written report after completion of the hearings process, which will be made public on the PSAC website.
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