Planning for Growth on the Gold Coast

Introduction

The City of Gold Coast (City) is preparing for significant growth, with the city's population projected to exceed one million people by 2046. Over the next 20 years, the City anticipates welcoming approximately 388,300 new residents, requiring 185,000 additional homes and 173,800 new jobs.

The Local Growth Management Strategy – In Principle Version (March 2026) (LGMS) provides the City’s proposed long-term approach to planning for this growth. It sets the overall direction for where and how housing and jobs could be accommodated over time to support different household needs, improve housing choice, and make better use of existing infrastructure and services.

Which of the following best describes your situation and how you see your future, as the city plans for growth?

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I am studying or early in my career, renting now or in the near future, and interested in jobs, housing affordability and a diverse urban lifestyle.

I am an emerging professional or first homeowner, or starting a young family, and thinking about housing choice and access to services.

I am a homeowner or renter with evolving needs (e.g. a growing family), prioritising long term stability, lifestyle and opportunities for the next generation.

I am planning for the future with older children, focusing on lifestyle, employment and how growth supports quality of life.

I am an empty nester or approaching retirement, interested in downsizing options, affordability for family, and health and lifestyle

I am retired or preparing for retirement, with a focus on health, accessibility, and a liveable city as it grows.

Other (please specify)

Have you heard of the Local Growth Management Strategy (LGMS)?

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Yes, I've read it

I've heard of it, but I haven't read it

Were you aware the City is developing a new Planning Scheme (NPS)?

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Yes

To some extent

The Local Growth Management Strategy (LGMS) – In Principle Version (March 2026) is a document that provides a simple and clear direction to make smart planning choices today that protects the city we love tomorrow. It provides direction on where and how the City proposes to prioritise planning for growth and guides long-term decisions about housing, infrastructure and land use. It does not regulate development or determine specific zoning, building heights or development outcomes.

Overall, how confident are you that the LGMS provides the right strategic approach to managing growth on the Gold Coast?

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Very confident

Somewhat confident

Neutral / unsure

Somewhat unconfident

Not at all confident

I haven't read it, cannot say

Please briefly explain the reasons for your above response.

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