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How does it relate to the planning system?

Melbourne 2030 contains the Government’s position on many issues relevant to land-use and transport planning in Victoria. The prime focus is the area covered by the 31 metropolitan municipal councils (including the ‘interface councils’ which cover both urban and rural areas at the fringes of metropolitan Melbourne). The Strategy has immediate planning implications in this area. Also, important issues are raised that affect local councils outside the metropolitan area, particularly those astride the regional transport corridors between metropolitan Melbourne and the closest regional cities within current and potential commuting range of metropolitan Melbourne.

The relevant elements of the policies contained in Melbourne 2030 will be adapted for incorporation into the State Planning Policy Framework of the Victoria Planning Provisions. All local councils and other planning authorities in the areas affected must have regard to these policies and must work to implement them. They will have to consider the need for consequential changes to their own planning schemes to give specific effect to Melbourne 2030 within their local area, in particular, where there is a need for adjustment to the Municipal Strategic Statement.

While the Strategic Planning Policy Framework adaption process is under way, the 31 metropolitan councils will be requested to consider Melbourne 2030 in planning decision-making, but must have regard to it in preparing planning scheme amendments.