Published on Wednesday, 3 April 2024 at 12:40:20 PM
Shire of Narrogin
Planning and Development Act 2005
FINAL ADOPTION LOCAL PLANNING POLICY - WIND FARM/TURBINES
Notice is hereby given that the Shire of Narrogin at its meeting held on 27 March 2024, adopted the Local Planning Policy on Wind Farm/Turbines.
The purpose of this policy is to provide a framework for the assessment, approval, and regulation of wind farms and turbines within the Shire of Narrogin. This policy seeks to ensure that any proposed wind energy projects are developed in a manner that minimises negative impacts and maximises the benefits to the community and the environment.
The objectives of the Wind farms/Turbines Local Planning Policy are:
- To promote the responsible development of wind farms and turbines, supporting renewable energy generation within the Shire.
- To protect the health, safety, and amenity of the community and the environment.
- To provide clear guidelines for assessing and approving wind energy projects.
- To facilitate community consultation and engagement throughout the development process.
- To address potential impacts, including environmental, visual and landscape, noise, and other relevant factors.
- To set out minimum standards and requirements.
A copy of the Local Planning Policy can be downloaded from the Shire’s website at www.narrogin.wa.gov.au.
For further information regarding the Local Planning Policy, please contact Azhar Awang, Executive Manager Development & Regulatory Services on (08) 9890 0900 or via email below.
Dale Stewart
Chief Executive Officer
Shire of Narrogin
PO Box 1145 Narrogin WA 6312
enquiries@narrogin.wa.gov.au
www.narrogin.wa.gov.au
Local Planning Policy Wind Farms/Turbines
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