Voluntary Planning Agreements
A Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) is an agreement entered into by a planning authority and a developer.
Under the agreement a developer agrees to provide or fund:
- public amenities and public services;
- affordable housing; and
- transport or other infrastructure.
Contributions can be made through:
- dedication of land;
- monetary contributions;
- construction of infrastructure; and
- provision of materials for public benefit and/or use.
The Planning Agreements Policy has been prepared to provide a framework for the preparation and execution of Planning Agreements pursuant to the provisions of Part 7 of the EP&A Act. Planning Agreement Policy.
Public Exhibition
VPAs cannot be entered into unless the VPA and an explanatory note has undertaken public exhibition for at least 28 days.
What are the objectives of the Planning Agreement Policy?
- Promote the timely delivery of infrastructure in the Camden LGA
- Establish a fair, transparent and accountable framework governing the use of Planning Agreements
- Adopt innovative and flexible approaches to the provision of infrastructure and other Material Public Benefits in a manner that is consistent with Council’s strategic and infrastructure plans
- Ensure that Planning Agreements do not compromise the full suite of infrastructure delivery required to support growing communities