The Town of Bassendean recognises the many social, economic, environmental and health benefits in providing the community with appropriately located, functional and attractive public open space (POS). The strategy will provide clear direction and a framework for the provision, development and management of open space within the Town of Bassendean. Read more.

The Local Government Act 1995 requires local governments to review their local laws every eight years to make sure they are still current and fit for purpose. The Town of Bassendean is proposing to review the Activities on Thoroughfares and Trading in Thoroughfares and Public Places Local Law 2010.

Following this initial consultation phase and consideration of feedback received, a draft amended Local Law will be considered at a future Council meeting, prior to release to the public for a second consultation phase. Click here for more information.

The Bassendean Town Centre is a vibrant hub that plays a critical role in the community, fostering a strong sense of place and contributing to the Town’s overall prosperity. The Town is committed to creating a safe, healthy, and inclusive community with a thriving Town Centre. The Town’s Local Planning Strategy (2021) provides a roadmap for future land use and development. Click here for more information.

The Town of Bassendean has reached a milestone in the Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Project, and now it’s your turn to help shape the future of this iconic space by contributing to the Bassendean Oval Redevelopment Concept Masterplan. Click here for more information.

The Town of Bassendean is committed to making our community more accessible and inclusive for everyone, including people with disabilities. To continue improving, we’ve developed a new draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) for 2024-2028, which builds on the progress we’ve made over the last five years.

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The Town of Bassendean has prepared a draft amendment to Local Planning Policy No. 13 - Tree Retention and Provision. Submissions should be made in writing to [email protected] or via post: Chief Executive Officer, Town of Bassendean, PO Box 87, Bassendean WA 6934. 

If you would like further information on the draft amended policy, please click here for more information.

Submissions close 5:00pm 30 August 2024. Please contact the Town's Planning Services on 9377 8000 or [email protected] for further information. 

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An application has been made to develop a Child Care Premises at Lot 85 (No. 94) West Road, Bassendean (corner of West Road and Bridson Street). The application will be determined by the Metro Inner Development Assessment Panel (DAP). Further information regarding the Development Assessment Panel and the process for assessment and determination of DAP applications can be accessed via the following link: Development Assessment Panels (planning.wa.gov.au).

The proposed Child Care Premises involves:

• A 2-storey, purpose-built Child Care Premises capable of accommodating up to 80 children (0 to 5 years old) and 13 staff;
• Childcare services to be provided Monday to Friday between 7.00am and 6.30pm;
• 15 onsite car parking bays, accessed via West Road.

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The Town of Bassendean has prepared a draft amendment to Local Planning Policy No. 12 – Residential Development and Fences. Submissions should be made in writing to: [email protected]; or vis post: Chief Executive Officer, Town of Bassendean, PO Box 87, Bassendean WA  6934. Submissions close 5:00pm Thursday 4 July 2024. Please contact the Town’s Planning Services on 9377 8000 if you would like further information on the draft amended policy. Click here for more information.

In response to community feedback, the Town is considering changing our bulk waste collection method from pre-booked skip bins to pre-booked verge collections. We appreciate your input about your bulk waste collection preferences. Please review the details of the proposed service below and share your thoughts with us in the survey. Click here for more information.

At its Ordinary Council Meeting on 27 February 2024, Council resolved to advertise amendments to Local Planning Policy No. 8 - Car Parking and End-of-Trip Facilities. 

Submissions should be lodged via [email protected] or posted to Chief Executive Officer, Town of Bassendean, PO Box 87, Bassendean WA 6934. Submissions close 5:00pm Friday 17 May 2024.

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The Town has received a development application for a retrospective Change of Use at Units 3 & 4, 27 May Holman Drive, Bassendean.

The retrospective land use of Motor Vehicles, Boat and Caravan Sales (Hire) in the General Industrial area where the subject site is located in is an ‘A’ use under the Local Planning Scheme 10 (LPS10) and pending Local Planning Scheme 11 (LPS11). This means that it requires advertising prior to the Town exercising its discretion and determining the application.

Submissions are to be submitted in writing by 5:00pm 10 May 2024 via email, mail or in person.

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Welcome to the Town of Bassendean’s Council Plan. This plan combines our Strategic Community Plan and Corporate Business Plan into a single document, fulfilling the statutory requirement for all local governments to provide a Plan for the Future. We are inviting you to let us know if we are on the right track or have missed anything.

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We want to hear from nearby residents, park visitors and others with an interest in Success Hill Reserve, to inform how we manage access to the bushland areas of the reserve and undertake hydrozoning to reduce water use. As Success Hill Reserve is a registered Aboriginal Heritage Site, all works will be subject to prior consultation with Traditional Owners and other relevant Aboriginal people, and approval under the amended Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972.

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At the ordinary meeting held on the 23 May 2023, Council resolved to undertake targeted consultation with affected occupants and owners of properties potentially impacted by proposed changes to existing parking control measures within the Town Centre.

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As a result of the Council’s determination at the 23 May 23 Ordinary Council Meeting the Town is undertaking further consultation regarding potential parking restrictions for Kenny Street, particularly in the section bound by Guildford Road to the north and Palmerston Street to the south.

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The Town of Bassendean has received an application for to establish a ‘Garden Centre’ at the southern portion of Lot 69 (No. 14-16) Jackson Street, Bassendean.

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At its 27 June 2023 Ordinary Meeting, Council resolved to endorse the proposed creation of the Earlsferry Court heritage area and an amended draft Local Planning Policy – Heritage and Character, for the purpose of advertising.  

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The Town of Bassendean has received a planning application relating to No. 1 Surrey Street, Bassendean.

The State Government’s Perth and Peel @ 3.5 million land use planning and infrastructure frameworks aim to accommodate 3.5 million people by 2050, encouraging greater housing diversity to meet changing community needs.  Under this framework, the Town is required to facilitate at least 4,150 new dwellings, increasing the population to approximately 24,300 people.  The Town is reviewing its current planning framework to support this growth, whilst still maintaining a liveable community, protecting the area’s unique natural environment and heritage.

The Town is seeking feedback on its Disability, Access and Inclusion Plan. 

The previous application for a use not listed (short stay accommodation) at this address was refused by the Town’s Council on the 22 November 2022. The applicant has since appealed the decision to the State Administrative Tribunal. The State Administrative Tribunal aims to review the decision and attempts to achieve a resolution where there is a dispute. In this case, the applicant has provided amended information and therefore the SAT has invited the Town under Section 31 of the State Administrative Tribunal Act 2004 to reconsider its decision.

The Town has received an application for a proposed Use Not Listed (short stay accommodation) at the above-mentioned property. This is to enable the property to be used for short-term leasing and advertised for use on host platforms such as Airbnb and Stayz.

We want your feedback on what Arts, Culture and Events you would like to see hosted in the Town.

At its 22 November 2022 Ordinary Meeting, Council resolved to advertise a new draft Parking Amendment Local Law.

The Town has received an application for a proposed Tavern and Use Not Listed (Microbrewery) at the above-mentioned property.  

A Public Health Plan (PHP) is a strategic document that outlines actions to prevent or minimise public health risks and enable people living in the community to achieve maximum health and wellbeing. 

Draft Point Reserve Foreshore Plan – Consultation Survey

The Town has received an application for a proposed use not listed (short stay accommodation) at the above-mentioned property. This is to enable the property to be used for short term leasing and advertised for on host plat forms such as Airbnb and Stayz.

Proposed Use Not Listed (Short Stay Accommodation) – 63 Third Avenue, Bassendean

At its 26 July 2022 Ordinary Meeting, Council resolved to endorse a draft Local Planning Policy – Short Stay Accommodation, for the purpose of advertising.

Draft Local Planning Strategy

Draft Local Planning Policy – Rights of Way

Proposed Use Not Listed (Short Stay Accommodation) – 13A Gallagher Street, Eden Hill

Broadway Reserve – Targeted Consultation Survey

Proposed Road Closures - Portions of Hamilton Street Reserve

Notice is hereby given that the Town is proposing the closure of portions of unconstructed road reserve within Bindaring Park.

At its Ordinary Meeting held on 22 March 2022, Council resolved to advertise a new draft Local Planning Policy - Sustainable Development.

The Our Park, Our Place project at Mary Crescent Reserve is a collaborative project aimed at reconnecting people with nature in their neighbourhood.

Development Application - Use Not Listed (Short Stay Accommodation) - 13A Gallagher Street, Eden Hill

Draft Rights of Way Strategy 2021

Draft Local Planning Policy No. 12 - Residential Development and Fences for public consultation.

The Town attracted Active Street Funding from the Department of Transport for design and construction of Whitfield Safe Active Street.

The Town is now seeking community feedback on the proposed disposal, prior to formally considering the matter again later this year. The details of the proposal are as follows:

Fencing Local Law 2013 - Periodic Review

Joint Development Assessment Panel Application 

• Tavern (Additions and Alterations to the Bassendean Hotel) - 17-27 Old Perth Road, Bassendean