How could the council's rezoning request affect the state government's planning priorities?
State government must consider rezoning request to protect Ramsar wetlands The City of Greater Geelong requested that the state government consider a planning amendment to rezone a parcel of land near Point Lonsdale. This rezoning would block any commercial development, allowing the site to be used only for tourism purposes. The state government spokesperson confirmed that any proposal submitted will be considered on its merits, meaning the government must formally review the request and make a decision regarding the land's future use.
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The City of Greater Geelong applied to rezone a parcel of land near Point Lonsdale to prevent commercial development, following community opposition to a proposed Coles supermarket project. The City formally asked the state government to rezone the site for special use. If approved, the land could only be used for tourism purposes, according to reports.
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The Victorian government, representing the state government, must consider the planning amendment request submitted by the City of Greater Geelong, as stated by a state government spokesperson.
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- The City of Greater Geelong formally asked the state government to rezone a development site for special use.abc.net.au
- The rezoning would block any commercial development, allowing the site to be used only for tourism purposes.abc.net.au
- The state government spokesperson stated that any proposal will be considered on its merits.abc.net.au
- The site is surrounded by Ramsar-listed wetlands and is home to migratory birds.abc.net.au
Why it matters
The state government is positioned as the final regulatory authority on this local development issue. Its decision will determine whether the Ramsar-listed wetlands and the surrounding area are protected from commercial development, or if the Coles supermarket project can proceed.
This decision comes amid local community opposition, which has been strong since September last year, and involves coordination with the neighbouring Borough of Queenscliffe, which also opposes the development, though not all locals are against it.
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- Will the state government approve the planning amendment before the November state election?
- What specific conditions might the state government impose if it approves the rezoning for tourism?
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