Strategic plans
Council develops strategic plans for the use, development and protection of land in Merri-bek.
Council develops strategic plans for the use, development and protection of land in Merri-bek.
We undertake research about housing and employment demand and supply. This evidence is used to inform our Strategic Planning and other actions.
Council is committed to creating new open space and prioritises the creation of at least two new parks in areas with the lowest access to open space.
Some Merri-bek residents are experiencing problems with housing affordability and this is an issue across all home tenancy and ownership groups.
Amendment C158 introduces a Draft Merri-bek Industrial Land Strategy to guide the future use and development of industrial land within Merri-bek.
Structure plans are long-term plans that guide Council decisions about changes to land use and buildings on both private and public property in an activity centre.
An urban renewal project in the heart of Coburg.
The Brunswick Terminal Station is being upgraded by the site's owner to meet growing energy demands.
The former Kodak site at 173-99 Elizabeth Street, Coburg North is being redeveloped for residential purposes.
The management of contaminated land is mainly carried out through the environmental audit system, which has operated in Victoria since 1989.
There are no airports located within the City of Merri-bek, however, some areas of Merri-bek are impacted by surrounding airports.
Development plan, permits and applications for the East Brunswick Village, located between Nicholson and John Streets.
Pentridge Coburg Design Guidelines and Masterplan – February 2014 and Pentridge Village Design Guidelines and Masterplan – August 2009