Welcome to the Planning in Tasmania website. If you're new to planning and want a simple overview, our Getting started page will help.
Featured initiatives
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Regional Land Use Strategies ReviewProject status: Current
Last update: 23 Sep 2024
Action: Consultation open
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Draft Tasmanian Planning PoliciesProject status: Current
Last update: 8 Feb 2024
Action: TPC completes hearings
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State Planning Provisions reviewProject status: Complete
Last update: 1 Jul 2023
Action: Implementing resulting work program
Have your say
Have your say on planning matters like planning legislation, policy, proposed State Planning Provisions amendments or the planning framework.
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Amendment to the State Coastal Policy 1996 - Development on Actively Mobile LandformsProject status: Current
Last update: 25 Oct 2024
Action: Consultation closed
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Kangaroo BayProject status: Current
Last update: 16 Oct 2024
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Bell BayProject status: Current
Last update: 15 Oct 2024
Action: Consultation open until 28 October 2024
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Draft LUPA Amendment (Development Assessment Panels) Bill 2024Project status: Current
Last update: 7 Oct 2024
Action: Consultation open from 7 October until 12 November 2024
News and events
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Our new officesNews • 19 Nov 2024 — SPO are moving to Department of State Growth Offices -
We're moving!News • 30 Oct 2024 — SPO are moving to the Department of State Growth
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Kangaroo Bay Major Project Proposal - DeclarationNews • 17 Oct 2024 — The proposed Kangaroo Bay Hotel has been declared a major project, effective 18 October 2024.
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Update on landslip hazards mappingNews • 14 Oct 2024 — Update on progress of landslip hazard mapping
What is planning about?
Key planning websites
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What can I do on my block?The PlanBuild portal will tell you what zones, codes and other rules apply to your property. Direct further questions to your local council.
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My planning schemeYour local council's website will detail land use or development applications in your area, and applicable planning scheme changes.
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Planning maps, zones, and overlaysThis link will take you to the LIST - Tasmania's online mapping portal.