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Council Policies

View the Council Policies below. If you would like to search for a policy by name, please visit Documents and Publications

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Assets & Maintenance
Document name Downloadable files
Asset Management - PolicyPDF document
Graffiti Management & Response - PolicyPDF document
Installation of Private Memorial Plaques in Public Open Space - PolicyPDF document
Maintenance of Public Open Space & Road Reservations following Residential Subdivision - PolicyPDF document
Street and Public Open Space Lighting - PolicyPDF document
Business, Economy and Technology
Document name Downloadable files
Community Funding to Support Local Economic Development (Grants) - PolicyPDF document
Financial Hardship - PolicyPDF document
Investment of Funds - PolicyPDF document
Public Internet Use & Wireless Access - PolicyPDF document
Sister City Relationships and Engagement - PolicyPDF document
Community Support
Document name Downloadable files
Access & Equity - PolicyPDF document
Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians - PolicyPDF document
Community Engagement - PolicyPDF document
Community Gardens - PolicyPDF document
Community Funding for Community Organisations & Individuals (Grants, Donations & Sponsorships) - PolicyPDF document
Corporate Planning, Budgeting & Procurement
Document name Downloadable files
Corporate Strategic Planning & Budget - PolicyPDF document
Procurement - PolicyPDF document
Elected Members
Document name Downloadable files
Administration Building Access - PolicyPDF document
Approval to Participate in Representative Delegations - PolicyPDF document
Attendance at Events - PolicyPDF document
Civic Hospitality & Gifts - PolicyPDF document
Council Meetings Procedures - PolicyPDF document
Elections - Caretaker Period - PolicyPDF document
Elected Members Appointment - Standing Committees, Reference Groups, Boards & External Organisations - PolicyPDF document
City of Cockburn Behaviour Complaints - PolicyPDF document
Elected Members Entitlements - Allowances & Reimbursements - PolicyPDF document
Elected Member Leave of Absence - PolicyPDF document
Elected Member Professional Development - PolicyPDF document
Recognition of Elected Members on Cessation of Service - PolicyPDF document
Representation at City of Cockburn Related Forum - PolicyPDF document
Environment and Sustainability
Document name Downloadable files
Environmental Conservation - PolicyPDF document
Landowner Biodiversity Conservation Grant Program - PolicyPDF document
Street & Reserve Tree Management - PolicyPDF document
Sustainability - PolicyPDF document
Wastewise Events - PolicyPDF document
Events, Arts, Culture and Heritage
Document name Downloadable files
Arts Hall of Fame - PolicyPDF document
Artwork Collection - PolicyPDF document
Fire and Emergency Management
Document name Downloadable files
Completion of Firebreaks on Private Property - PolicyPDF document
Governance
Document name Downloadable files
Access to Legal Services for Elected Members and Employees - PolicyPDF document
Appointment of Acting Chief Executive Officer - PolicyPDF document
Awarding 'Honorary Freeman of the City of Cockburn' - PolicyPDF document
City of Cockburn Branding & Logos - PolicyPDF document
Compliments, Feedback & Complaints - PolicyPDF document
Elected Member Communication - PolicyPDF document
Execution of Documents - PolicyPDF document
Executive and Senior Leadership Team Remuneration and Performance Management - PolicyPDF document
Flying of Flags & Bereavement Recognition - PolicyPDF document
Formal Introduction & Review of Council Delegated Authorities & Policies - PolicyPDF document
Fraud and Misconduct Control and Resilience - PolicyPDF document
Live Streaming at Council Meetings - PolicyPDF document
Obtaining Legal & Other Expert Advice & Legal Proceedings Between City of Cockburn & Other Parties - PolicyPDF document
Payments to Employees in Addition to Contract or Award - PolicyPDF document
Privacy Management - PolicyPDF document
Public Interest Disclosure - PolicyPDF document
Records Management - PolicyPDF document
Related Party Disclosures - PolicyPDF document
Risk Management- PolicyPDF document
Sponsorship of City Events - PolicyPDF document
Structure for Administering the City of Cockburn - PolicyPDF document
Libraries
Document name Downloadable files
Library Services - PolicyPDF document
Property Services
Document name Downloadable files
Commercial Leasing and other Dispositions of City of Cockburn Owned or Controlled Property - PolicyPDF document
Geographical Naming - PolicyPDF document
Leasing of City of Cockburn Property for Community and/or Recreational Purposes (including Non-for-Profit) - PolicyPDF document
Pedestrian Accessway Closures - PolicyPDF document
Planning - Town Planning & Development

Access a list of all relevant local planning policies adopted under Town Planning Scheme No.3 below.

Residential

Document name Downloadable files
Residential Design Codes Alternative Deemed to Comply Provisions - LPP1.1 - PolicyPDF document
Residential Design Guidelines - LPP1.2 - PolicyPDF document
Special Purpose Dwelling - LPP1.3 - PolicyPDF document
Lodging Houses - LPP1.6 - PolicyPDF document
Incidental Structures - LPP1.8 - PolicyPDF document
Subdivision Around Thomsons Lake - LPP1.10 - PolicyPDF document
Residential Rezoning & Subdivision Adjoining Midge Infested Lakes & Wetlands - LPP1.11 - PolicyPDF document
Noise Attenuation - LPP1.12 - PolicyPDF document
Waste Management - LPP1.14 - PolicyPDF document
Tourist Accommodation - LPP1.15 - PolicyPDF document
Single House Standards for Medium Density Housing in the Development Zone - LPP1.16 - PolicyPDF document
Non-Residential Uses in Residential Zones - LPP1.17- PolicyPDF document

Rural

Document name Downloadable files
Rural Subdivision LPP2.1 - PolicyPDF document
Subdivision in Jandakot & Treeby - LPP2.2 - PolicyPDF document
The Keeping of Horses & Other Animals in the Resource Zone - LPP2.3 - PolicyPDF document
Outbuildings - LPP2.4 - PolicyPDF document
Building Envelopes - LPP2.5 - PolicyPDF document

Industrial and Commercial

Document name Downloadable files
Child Care Premises - LPP3.1 - PolicyPDF document
Educational Establishments - LPP3.2 - PolicyPDF document
Health Studios - LPP3.3 - PolicyPDF document
Service Stations and Motor Vehicle Wash Facilities - LPP3.4 - PolicyPDF document
Alfresco Dining - LPP3.5 - PolicyPDF document
Licensed Premises (Liquor) - LPP3.6 - PolicyPDF document
Signs & Advertising - LPP3.7 - PolicyPDF document
Industrial Subdivision - LPP3.8 - PolicyPDF document
Industrial Development - LPP3.9 - PolicyPDF document
Discretion to Modify Development Standards - Non-Residential Development - LPP3.10 - PolicyPDF document

Design Guidelines

Document name Downloadable files
Phoenix Business Park Design Guidelines - LPP4.1 - PolicyPDF document
Cockburn Central North (Muriel Court) Structure Plan - Design Guidelines - LPP4.2 - PolicyPDF document
Newmarket Precinct Design Guidelines - LPP4.3 - PolicyPDF document
Heritage Conservation Design Guidelines - LPP4.4 - PolicyPDF document
Naval Base Holiday Park Heritage Area - LPP4.5 - PolicyPDF document
Cockburn Coast Design Guidelines for Robb Jetty & Emplacement Precincts - LPP4.6 - PolicyPDF document
Phoenix Activity Centre Design Guidelines - LPP4.7 - PolicyPDF document

Miscellaneous

Document name Downloadable files
Public Open Space - LPP5.1 - PolicyPDF document
Incorporating Natural Areas in Public Open Space and/or Drainage Areas - LPP5.2 - PolicyPDF document
Control Measures for Protecting Water Resources in Receiving Environments - LPP5.3 - PolicyPDF document
Location of High Voltage Overhead Power Lines & Microwave Towers - LPP5.4 - PolicyPDF document
Local Development Plans - LPP5.5 - PolicyPDF document
Vehicle Access - LPP5.6 - PolicyPDF document
Uniform Fencing - LPP5.7 - PolicyPDF document
Sea Containers - LPP5.8 - PolicyPDF document
Rainwater Tanks and Renewable Energy Systems - LPP5.9 - PolicyPDF document
Filling of Land - LPP5.11 - PolicyPDF document
Retaining Walls - LPP5.12 - PolicyPDF document
Percent for Art - LPP5.13 - PolicyPDF document
Cockburn Coast Percent for Art - LPP5.14 - PolicyPDF document
Access Street - Road Reserve & Pavement Standards - LPP5.15 - PolicyPDF document
Design Review Panel - LPP5.16 - PolicyPDF document
Cockburn Central Percent For Art - LPP5.17 - PolicyPDF document
Subdivision & Development - Street Trees - LPP5.18 - PolicyPDF document
Structure Plans and Mobile Telecommunications Infrastructure - LPP5.19 - PolicyPDF document
Development on Local Reserves - LPP5.20 - PolicyPDF document
Temporary Events - LPP5.21 - PolicyPDF document

Public Health and Security
Document name Downloadable files
Use of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System - PolicyPDF document
Dust Management for Development Sites - PolicyPDF document
Food Act 2008 - Fee Exemption - PolicyPDF document
Uninhabitable Premises - PolicyPDF document
Sport and Recreation
Document name Downloadable files
Community Funding for Sporting Clubs & Individuals - PolicyPDF document
Installation of Recreational Equipment on Public Open Space - PolicyPDF document
Prohibition of Exotic Animals in Circuses - PolicyPDF document
Sponsorship and Naming Rights on City Controlled Land and/or Buildings - PolicyPDF document
Sports Hall of Fame - PolicyPDF document
Usage & Management of Community & Sporting Facilities - PolicyPDF document
Street Trees and Verges
Document name Downloadable files
Street Verge Improvements - PolicyPDF document
Subdivision Development
Document name Downloadable files
Subdivision Construction Standards - PolicyPDF document
Transport, Traffic and Parking
Document name Downloadable files
Crossover - PolicyPDF document
House Numbering - PolicyPDF document
Local Area Traffic Management Investigation - PolicyPDF document
Promotional & Advertising Sign Within Road Reserve - PolicyPDF document

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Privacy StatementPDF document

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