Water policies review - have your say
Draft SPP 2.9 and Guidelines will streamline and simplify the current water-related policy framework, consistent with the State Government’s current planning reform agenda.
Once gazetted, draft SPP 2.9 and Guidelines will supersede:
- State Planning Policy 2.1 Peel-Harvey Coastal Plain Catchment
- State Planning Policy 2.2 Gnangara Groundwater Protection
- State Planning Policy 2.3 Jandakot Groundwater Protection
- State Planning Policy 2.7 Public Drinking Water Source Policy
- State Planning Policy 2.9 Water Resources
- Better Urban Water Management
- State Planning Policy 2.10 Swan Canning River System
- the policy measures that address flooding within State Planning Policy 3.4 Natural Hazards and Disasters and
- Government Sewerage Policy.
The intent of draft SPP 2.9 and Guidelines is to deliver greater clarity around how water-related provisions are implemented. The draft SPP 2.9 and Guidelines incorporate improvements that will lead to better planning decision-making through consideration of appropriate management measures to achieve optimal water resource and development outcomes.
Preparation of draft SPP 2.9 and Guidelines has been supported by a stakeholder reference group, comprising government and industry representatives. It has also been informed by extensive consultation with additional key stakeholders as well as detailed analysis of issues and policy options.