Draft Residential Development Policy

The new draft policy aims to improve customer experience, reduce costs and delays for residents, and encourage investment in housing and property improvements, outlined in policy information.

The draft policy modifies the following requirements of the Residential Design Codes Volume 1, Part B (R-Codes):

• Street setbacks
• Lot boundary setbacks
• Outdoor living areas
• Landscaping
• Building heights
• Setback of garages and carports
• Garage width
• Sight lines
• Vehicle access
• Site works
• Outbuildings

A summary of the modifications can be downloaded here

The new policy will only apply to planning approvals. Separate approvals under building or health legislation are still required.

Get involved

• Fill out the online submission form below
• Written submissions
  • via email to StrategicPlanning@bayswater.wa.gov.au
  • via electronic submission form below (included as an attachment)
  • via mail to: Chief Executive Officer, City of Bayswater, PO Box 467, Morley, WA 6943
  • Hard-copy feedback forms are also available at the City's Civic Centre and Libraries.

All submissions are to be received on or before 5pm, Friday 7 August 2026.