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Learn about the proposed IDPSP and TAPSPSP amendments. Read the proposed changes and contact the project team.

Amendment summary

The Local government infrastructure plan amendment 1B proposes amendments to the Infrastructure design planning scheme policy (IDPSP) and Transport, access, parking and servicing planning scheme policy (TAPSPSP).

The IDPSP addresses the delivery of infrastructure that helps keep Brisbane liveable and well-connected, such as parks, pathways, road corridors and public art.

The TAPSPSP provides advice, information and guidance about requirements needed for development applications.

Both planning scheme policies are included in Brisbane City Plan 2014 (City Plan).

Council is proposing changes to the planning scheme policies to keep them current and effective.

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Project timeline

View the different stages of the proposed amendments, from draft to implementation.

These proposed amendments follow the ‘planning scheme policy amendment’ process as outlined in the Queensland Government’s Minister's Guidelines and Rules.

Early-mid 2022 Council prepared and drafted the amendment packages.
February 2023 On 14 February 2023, we proposed to amend City Plan.
August-September 2023 Community consultation was open from 3 August 2023 to 14 September 2023.
Late 2023 and early 2024 Council reviewed all submissions received during the public consultation period and updated the amendments based on the feedback.
2025 Once the LGIP and LTIP amendments 1B have been approved by the Minister, Council will consider any submissions to the proposed planning scheme policies before making its final decision to adopt the LGIP, LTIP and associated IDPSP and TAPSPSP amendments into the local planning scheme.

Proposed changes

Find information about the changes proposed as part of both amendments.

The amendment proposes keeping the IDPSP current by:

  • aligning the desired standards of service for the parks network with the changes proposed as part of the Local government infrastructure plan amendment 1B
  • improving clarity and certainty to applicants regarding trunk park design and embellishment standards
  • strengthening Council’s requirements for shade provision over playgrounds in line with best practice to deliver the Sun-Safe Suburban Playgrounds program.
  • ensuring it aligns and is consistent with design specifications contained within the adopted Brisbane Standard Drawing: BSD-10281 – Dog off leash areas general arrangement and layout sheets 1 & 2
  • removing references to wood-fired barbecues as an alternative to electric barbecues
  • including location information and guidance for Ninja Warrior-style obstacle courses, a new and popular type of hybrid fitness/play embellishment.

The amendment proposes keeping the TAPSPSP current by aligning changes proposed as part of the IDPSP amendments (above). These updates relate to vehicle servicing and car parking provision requirements for new parks.

Public consultation

Community consultation on the proposed amendments was open from 3 August to 14 September 2023.

Read the public notice.

Council will write to everyone who made a properly made submission. Once we’ve reviewed all submissions, we’ll publish a copy of the consultation report online.

To be notified when the report is published, register for updates.

Talk to Council

To find out more about the proposed amendments:

  • email the project team
  • phone Council on 07 3403 8888
  • write to:
    Infrastructure Coordination
    City Planning and Economic Development
    Brisbane City Council
    GPO Box 1434
    Brisbane Qld 4001

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