Neighbourhood Planning

Neighbourhood plans are created by Council, with input from residents and business owners. They are legal documents that guide development in an area and sit within Council's Planning Scheme, Brisbane City Plan 2000.

Local environmental, social and economic factors are considered, along with the management of population growth, when preparing a neighbourhood plan. The plans can help facilitate economic prosperity, protect character development, provide for open space, include standards for new development and reflect improved infrastructure such as new transport routes.

Check Neighbourhood Plans in your area and find out how to have your say.

Types of Neighbourhood Plans

There are three types of Neighbourhood Plans in Brisbane to accommodate the different demands of the city.  

Neighbourhood Plans in your area

Not all communities have a Neighbourhood Plan. Council decides which areas need a Neighbourhood Plan and when. Find Neighbourhood Plans in your area.

Have your say on Neighbourhood Plans

Any proposed changes to your neighbourhood have to be weighed up by Council, together with the local community. If you live, work, visit or own property in Brisbane, you can have your say on Neighbourhood Plans.

How Neighbourhood Plans are created

Creating a Neighbourhood Plan follows an established process that takes approximately two years. Time frames vary depending on the complexity of the planning area.

Talk to us about Neighbourhood Planning

If you have a specific question you would like to discuss relating to neighbourhood plan areas, you can:

• email the project team
• contact Council
• write to:
  Neighbourhood Planning & Urban Renewal
  City Planning Branch
  Brisbane City Council
  GPO Box 1434
  Brisbane Qld 4001