More homes, better planning, and stronger neighbourhoods are on the way for the City of Gosnells, with a new local planning scheme set to guide future growth.
Local Planning Scheme No. 24 is nearing finalisation and promises to unlock a wider mix of affordable housing in one of Perth’s fastest-growing areas.
The updated scheme will raise residential density around key train stations and activity centres, helping more people live closer to public transport, local jobs and services.
Planning and Lands Minister John Carey said the scheme reflects the changing needs of the community and supports more sustainable, well-designed suburbs.
“It supports greater housing choice, contemporary design standards and more sustainable neighbourhoods, while ensuring the community’s voice has been central throughout the process,” he said.
“Importantly, the scheme increases density around train stations and activity centres, making it easier for people to live closer to where they work, shop and connect.”
The plan also brings in new rules for short-term rentals, improves bushfire protections, and preserves rural and environmentally sensitive areas.
Thornlie MLA Colleen Egan said the scheme would open up new opportunities for the south-eastern corridor, particularly as major transport upgrades take shape.
“It provides a pathway for the City of Gosnells to move its depot from prime land near the Maddington Train Station and to proceed with its plan to transform that area into a new Maddington town centre,” she said.
“Only 15 to 20 minutes by rail from Perth City, Maddington has great promise to grow into a dynamic urban environment with diverse housing and a range of employment, education and recreational opportunities.”
The scheme supports the State Government’s Perth and Peel at 3.5 million plan and follows extensive community consultation.
Once finalised, it will align with WA’s planning regulations and help Gosnells manage future population growth while improving housing affordability and liveability.
