At it's meeting on 10 March, COuncil endorsed the Planning Proposal and adopted the Development Control Plan amendment for the West Wallsend and Holmesville Heritage Conservation Area.
Changes to the planning rules in West Wallsend and Holmesville include:
- Heritage Conservation Area: Amending the Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014 (LEP) to extend the current Heritage Conservation Area to include the West Wallsend colliery and parts of Holmesville. This expansion aims to better protect the unique heritage values of the area.
- Building heights: Amending the LEP to reduce maximum allowable building heights from 10m to 8.5m in selected areas. This change is intended to maintain the historical character and aesthetic of the area and is consistent with height controls for adjoining residential areas.
- Lake Macquarie Development Control Plan 2014 (DCP): Revising the boundary of the West Wallsend/Holmesville Heritage Precinct Area Plan and updating controls and guidelines for development for increased clarity and precision.
To learn more about the changes, please refer to the Council report.
