Theme 5: Housing

Key Objective 1

Recognise that the Shire will experience a reduction in household size due to an ageing of the population. The trend of decreasing average household size provides the impetus to provide for some medium density housing as an alternative housing choice.

Key Objective 2

Direct housing growth and diversity to activity centres in which are accessible, close to infrastructure, public transport, commercial areas, public open space and other community facilities.

Key Objective 3

Ensure a considered approach to planning and development will retain and enhance Nillumbik’s unique environment and neighbourhood character.