FAQs

The Station Precincts Improvement Scheme is a State Government planning initiative designed to encourage more housing and greater housing choice around selected train stations across Western Australia. The Scheme establishes a planning framework for designated station precincts, including proposed development densities, building heights, land uses and other development requirements. Its objective is to support more people living close to public transport, shops, services and community facilities.

Mosman Park has been identified as a station precinct where additional housing opportunities could be accommodated around its train station. The State Government considers station precincts suitable locations for increased residential development because they provide access to public transport and existing services and infrastructure. The proposed Scheme seeks to facilitate additional housing opportunities while supporting the longer-term development of the precinct.

The Scheme has been prepared by the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage on behalf of the Western Australian Government. The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) has a central role in administering the Scheme and determining relevant planning applications. The Town of Mosman Park is not the decision-maker for the Scheme. However, the Town has an important role in representing local interests, providing technical planning advice and advocating for outcomes that reflect the character, needs and aspirations of the community.

No. The Scheme is currently a draft and is undergoing public consultation. The consultation period runs from 5 November 2026 to 12 February 2027. Community feedback will be considered as part of the State Government's assessment and refinement of the proposed Scheme. The Town will also undertake its own assessment and community engagement to inform a Council position in early 2027.

Council has not yet formed a formal position on the proposed Scheme. The Town is currently undertaking a detailed assessment of the proposed planning controls, their implications for Mosman Park and their relationship with existing and recently adopted local planning policies. The Town's consultation is intended to understand community views and identify opportunities, concerns and potential improvements before Council considers its position.

Yes. The proposed Scheme identifies increased residential densities and building heights within designated areas of the Mosman Park station precinct. The proposed density and height controls generally increase closer to the train station, with lower densities towards the outer edges of the precinct. The proposed framework includes R60 as the base residential density coding within the precinct frame, increasing residential densities towards the station, and higher-density development opportunities, including high-rise coding in selected locations.

No. The Scheme does not require property owners to redevelop their land. It establishes the planning framework and development opportunities that may apply if a property owner chooses to pursue redevelopment. Existing properties can generally continue to be used in accordance with applicable planning requirements. The timing and extent of redevelopment will depend on individual landowners, development feasibility, market conditions and the relevant approval processes.

Minimum residential density means that a development proposal must generally achieve at least the minimum dwelling density specified for the relevant site. For example, if a property is within an area identified for higher-density development, a proposal for a low-density development that does not meet the minimum density may not be supported. The intention is to ensure that redevelopment contributes to the housing supply and density objectives established for the precinct, rather than allowing development that substantially underutilises land identified for higher-density housing. 

Yes. The draft Scheme identifies circumstances where minimum residential density requirements do not apply. These include the development of, or alterations to, a single house; an ancillary dwelling associated with a single house; and minor alterations or additions to an existing approved development, where the WAPC is satisfied that the works do not substantially increase the scale, intensity or development potential of the site. A variation may also be supported where the WAPC is satisfied that it will not materially undermine housing supply, dwelling yield or the density objectives of the precinct.

No. The proposed development controls vary across the precinct. The Scheme provides a graduated approach, with greater density and building height opportunities generally closer to the station and lower development scales further away. The proposed height and density controls will need to be considered alongside building design, streetscape character, heritage, access, parking and the capacity of existing infrastructure.

Potentially. If your property is within the designated Scheme area, the proposed density coding, building height and land-use controls may change the development opportunities available to your property. The extent of any change will depend on the property's location and the specific provisions applying to it. Community members are encouraged to review the draft Scheme maps to understand how their property may be affected.

The draft Scheme identifies different land-use areas, each with its own range of permitted and discretionary uses. The maps generally identify: Mixed Use Zone (purple), intended to accommodate a combination of residential and non-residential activities; Centre (light yellow), intended to support commercial, retail and other centre-based activities alongside appropriate residential development; and Residential (light orange), primarily intended for residential development. The permissibility of individual land uses varies between these zones.

Yes. The proposed Mixed Use and Centre zones are intended to accommodate a range of non-residential activities. The specific land uses that may be permitted will depend on the zoning of the property and the land-use permissibility provisions in the Scheme. The proposed framework seeks to support a mix of residential and commercial activities, particularly around the station and activity centre areas.

The draft Scheme identifies fast-food outlets as a discretionary use in the Mixed Use and Centre zones and prohibited use in Residential zones. Discretionary use does not have automatic approval. It requires assessment against the applicable planning requirements and consideration by the relevant decision-maker. The Town will examine these provisions alongside its recently adopted Local Planning Policy No. 50 – Fast Food Outlets and Drive Through Premises to understand how the two planning frameworks will interact.

Yes. One of the key objectives of the Scheme is to encourage greater housing diversity. The increased density opportunities may support a wider range of housing types, including apartments, smaller dwellings and other forms of medium- and higher-density housing. This provides opportunities to accommodate different household sizes, life stages and housing needs, including downsizers, smaller households, families and people seeking more affordable housing options.

The introduction of the Scheme may change how some existing local planning provisions apply within the designated precinct. The Town is reviewing its existing planning framework to identify differences, overlaps or inconsistencies with the proposed Scheme. This includes policies relating to heritage protection and conservation, non-residential car parking, affordable and diverse housing, public realm and community benefits, and development design and local character. The Town will seek to understand how these policies interact with the State Government's proposed controls and identify any matters requiring clarification or advocacy.

The DPLH has proposed a separate draft heritage policy that will apply to development within the Scheme area. The Town will examine this policy alongside its existing heritage planning framework to understand how heritage places, buildings and streetscapes will be considered when assessing redevelopment proposals. A key consideration will be how increased housing opportunities can be balanced with the conservation and protection of Mosman Park's valued heritage character.

The draft Scheme includes specified car parking requirements for non-residential uses. These requirements may differ from the provisions contained in the Town's existing planning framework. The Town will review the proposed parking ratios, particularly in relation to commercial and retail uses, accessibility, public transport availability, local parking demand and the recently adopted local planning policy.

Yes, in certain circumstances. The draft Scheme provides for Local Development Plans (LDPs) to be required for identified larger or collective development sites. An LDP can establish a coordinated approach to development, addressing matters such as building location, access, vehicle movement, public spaces and the relationship between adjoining properties. The WAPC may require an LDP before granting subdivision or development approval where the Scheme identifies this requirement, unless it is satisfied that an LDP is not necessary having regard to the nature and scale of the proposal.

The Town's Draft Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) has informed the preparation of the background planning report supporting the proposed Scheme. The Town will examine how the proposed Scheme has incorporated the PSP's planning principles, objectives and recommendations, and whether any important local considerations have been modified or omitted.

The draft Scheme proposes a consolidated Public Benefits Contributions Plan. The intention is to bring together a number of contributions associated with development into a more coordinated framework. These may include contributions towards public open space, public art, community benefits and facilities, and public realm improvements. The objective is to provide a coordinated approach to funding public benefits associated with increased development and population growth. The Town is undertaking further assessment of how contributions will be calculated, collected, allocated and spent.

The proposed contributions framework is intended to ensure that development contributes towards identified public benefits and improvements associated with the precinct. The specific contribution requirements, calculations and circumstances in which contributions apply will be determined by the final Scheme and its supporting contributions arrangements. The Town will examine how this framework operates alongside existing contribution mechanisms and how it may affect the delivery of local infrastructure and community facilities.

Where there are inconsistencies between the new Station Improvement Scheme No.1 and the Town’s existing Local Planning Policies, the new Scheme will prevail. The Town will need to analyse its suite of Local Planning Policies and ensure that their applicability either accords with the Station Improvement Scheme or is amended to exclude development applications within the precinct scheme boundary.

Additional housing and population growth can increase demand for roads, footpaths and cycling infrastructure; public open space and recreation facilities; community facilities and services; public transport and pedestrian connections; stormwater and drainage infrastructure; and local shops and other services. The Town will consider in its submission to the WAPC whether the proposed Scheme and contributions framework adequately recognise these demands and provide for the infrastructure and public realm improvements required to support a growing population.

The draft Scheme establishes a planning assessment and decision-making framework involving the WAPC and the Town. The Town will continue to have an administrative role in receiving and assessing relevant applications, with certain applications determined under delegated arrangements. Applications required to be determined by the WAPC will be referred to the Commission in accordance with the Scheme's requirements. The draft Scheme includes a requirement for the Town to forward relevant applications to the WAPC within three days where they are not delegated to the Town for determination. What is or isn’t delegated isn’t entirely clear but will be resolved through this process.

The opportunity to comment on individual development applications will depend on the applicable planning framework, the nature of the proposal and the relevant consultation requirements. The introduction of the Scheme does not necessarily remove all opportunities for community input. The Town will provide further information about development application processes and community participation as the final arrangements become clearer. In most cases however, for major development the WAPC will be the determining authority for development within the Station Precinct Improvement Scheme Boundary.

The Town will retain a role in the planning process, including the assessment of applications within its delegated authority and providing advice and recommendations where applications are determined by the WAPC. However, the extent of the Town's decision-making authority will depend on the final Scheme and its delegation arrangements. The Town will continue to advocate for development outcomes that consider local planning objectives, community expectations and the broader interests of Mosman Park.

The DPLH is undertaking the formal State Government consultation on the draft Scheme. The Town is undertaking complementary community engagement to provide a local perspective and help residents understand what the proposed changes mean for Mosman Park. The Town's consultation will focus on the practical implications of the Scheme, including potential impacts on local character, heritage, housing diversity, infrastructure, parking, public open space and community facilities. Community feedback will help inform the Town's technical assessment and Council's position.

Yes. They are complementary but separate consultation processes. The DPLH consultation is the formal State Government process for receiving submissions on the draft Scheme. The Town's consultation provides an additional opportunity for the local community to understand the proposed changes, raise local issues and inform Council's position. Residents are encouraged to participate in both processes to ensure their views are considered at the State and local levels.

You can participate in the DPLH consultation through the State Government's Have Your Say website. The Town will also provide opportunities for the community to provide feedback through its own consultation channels. Further information about community information sessions, consultation activities and submission opportunities will be made available through the Town's website and communication channels.

DPLH is holding a community drop-in session for the Mosman Park precinct on Tuesday 17 November 2026, 4pm to 7pm, at Alexandra Hall, St Luke’s Anglican Church, 16–18 Monument Street, Mosman Park. 

The Town will review and analyse community feedback alongside its detailed technical assessment of the proposed Scheme. This information will be used to identify key community concerns and priorities; potential impacts on local neighbourhoods; opportunities to improve the proposed planning framework; matters requiring clarification or further consideration by the State Government; and areas where the Town may seek changes to the draft Scheme. The findings will inform a report to Council in early 2027, allowing Council to consider a formal position and any submission to the DPLH.

The Town intends to present its assessment and community consultation findings to Council in early 2027. This will provide an opportunity for Council to consider the proposed Scheme, the views of the community and the Town's technical assessment before determining its position.

No. Providing feedback to the Town does not automatically constitute a formal submission to the DPLH. Residents who wish to make formal submission to the draft Scheme should do so directly through the DPLH's Have Your Say consultation process. The Town encourages residents to participate in both consultations.