Developing the New Planning Scheme

Under Queensland legislation, each local government must review its planning scheme every 10 years and decide whether to amend or replace it to ensure it remains current and effective.

In December 2023, Council resolved to prepare a new planning scheme and a supporting Local Growth Management Strategy (LGMS) to guide how the city will plan for and manage growth over the next 20 years.

The LGMS is in its final stages of development and will inform the New Planning Scheme.

Development of the New Planning Scheme continues to progress, supported by Community, Industry and State Government reference groups that provide ongoing advice and insights throughout its preparation.

For the more information please visit the New Planning Scheme page on the City of Gold Coast website.

Under Queensland legislation, each local government must review its planning scheme every 10 years and decide whether to amend or replace it to ensure it remains current and effective.

In December 2023, Council resolved to prepare a new planning scheme and a supporting Local Growth Management Strategy (LGMS) to guide how the city will plan for and manage growth over the next 20 years.

The LGMS is in its final stages of development and will inform the New Planning Scheme.

Development of the New Planning Scheme continues to progress, supported by Community, Industry and State Government reference groups that provide ongoing advice and insights throughout its preparation.

For the more information please visit the New Planning Scheme page on the City of Gold Coast website.

Page last updated: 08 Oct 2026, 01:59 PM