Planning Scheme Amendment C171egip – Implementation of the Eagle Point Structure Plan

What is Planning Scheme Amendment C171egip?

Amendment C171egip (the Amendment) proposes to update the East Gippsland Planning Scheme by implementing recommendations of the Eagle Point Structure Plan (EPSP).

The EPSP provides a framework for the future growth of Eagle Point. It identifies the special qualities of the town and recommends policies to protect and enhance its character and environmental values. It also identifies opportunities for modest residential growth of the town, in appropriate locations.

Details of the proposed changes relating to the Eagle Point Structure Plan can be found in the Amendment C171 Explanatory Report. It is recommended that interested community members review the Amendment documentation to determine how the Amendment relates to your land or interests.

Next steps

The Independant Planning Panel have provided their report for Council consideration. A copy of the Panel Report can be found here C171egip Panel Report or in the Amendment Documents library.

Officers will draft a report for Councillors to consider and propose to list if for the Council Meeting scheduled for 21 October 2025. Council will be able to decide on whether to adopt the Panel Reports (in full or in part) and whether to proceed with the approval of the Amendments (with or without changes).

For more information on the Planning Scheme Amendment process visit https://www.planning.vic.gov.au/guides-and-resources/guides/guide-to-victorias-planning-system/amendments

Privacy collection notice

The planning scheme amendment process is a statutory process that is transparent and public, where all parties affected can provide input into the amendment. If you choose to make a submission, you consent to your submission and name being made public through the amendment process and being published in reports that will remain public indefinitely.

As required by the Planning and Environment Act 1987, your submission will be made available for public viewing including on Council’s website, and be provided to other parties involved in the planning scheme amendment process including Planning Panels Victoria and the Minister for Planning.

By making a submission, you warrant that (a) you are the owner of copyright in your submission and (b) the use of the submission by Council as described will not breach any third party’s copyright.