Exemptions Local Planning Policy

Published on Wednesday, 13 May 2026 at 8:00:00 AM

The Shire is seeking feedback on a new Exemptions Local Planning Policy (Policy).

The Exemptions Policy aims to introduce exemptions for minor development works that are not considered to have any substantial amenity impacts. This includes:

• Water tanks in rural residential areas;
• Patios and similar structures in rural residential areas; and
• Minor Works and additions to Caravans or Park Homes.

The objectives of the draft Policy are:

1. To streamline and support development within the Shire of Murray by exempting low impact categories of development.
2. To provide flexibility for minor works that align with the existing and desired context envisioned in Local Planning Scheme No.4 (LPS4) and the other elements of the local planning framework.

Documents relating to the proposal are available here or alternatively at:

• the Shire of Murray Administration Office, 1915 Pinjarra Road, Pinjarra
• the Murray Library, cnr Pinjarra Road and Forrest Street, Pinjarra.

Written submissions should identify the proposal, include the name and address of the person making the submission and the property affected.

Submissions should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Murray, and can be made below.

Or alternatively submissions can be returned via email or post:

• mailbag@murray.wa.gov.au or,
• Shire of Murray, PO Box 21, Pinjarra WA 6208

Submissions are to be provided by 3 June 2026.

Dean Unsworth

Chief Executive Officer

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