Local Planning Policies

Local Planning Policies provide guidance on planning and development matters within the Shire. They establish the Shire's expectations for specific types of development and land use, helping to ensure consistent, transparent and well-informed planning outcomes.

The policies support the orderly and sustainable development of the district while recognising local character, environmental values and community aspirations. They assist landowners, developers, consultants and the community to understand the considerations that may apply when preparing or assessing development proposals.

Local Planning Policies are taken into account during the assessment of relevant planning applications and should be considered alongside other applicable planning requirements, strategies and statutory provisions.

The policies listed below are available for download and provide additional guidance on a range of planning and development matters.

Any queries can be directed to the Shire’s Planning Department on (08) 9761 0800 or via email at btnshire@bridgetown.wa.gov.au

Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes

Notice of Revocation – LUP 14 – Home Based Business Policy

At its Ordinary Council Meeting held on the 23 July 2026, Council resolved to revoke the following Local Planning Policy on the basis that retention presents a risk that duplicated statutory provisions may become inconsistent with future amendments to the State planning framework. Revocation will reduce the risk by ensuring planning requirements are communicated through the current legislative framework and contemporary guidance material.

In accordance with the requirements of Schedule 2 of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015, public notice is hereby given of the revocation of this policy. For details, please refer to the Council report and minutes available at Ordinary Council Meeting 23 July 2026 » Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes .For further information please contact the Shire’s Planning Services team via email at btnshire@bridgetown.wa.gov.au phone 9761 0800 or visit the Shire’s Offices at 1 Steere Street, Bridgetown via a pre-arranged appointment to discuss further.

Need information about running a home-based business?

The revoking of this Local Planning Policy does not mean information about home-based businesses is no longer available. We’ve created a dedicated webpage that provides comprehensive guidance, including approval requirements, operating standards and helpful resources to support you. Please see more here: Home Based Businesses » Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes