New policy aimed at supporting development

Naracoorte Lucindale Council is invested in implementing strategies to expand and diversify the economic base of the area and region. To support this, a new policy, Business & Residential Development Support, was adopted at the August meeting.

The policy allows and encourages businesses and residential developers to apply for Council support for their business ventures, or when subdividing land to create new housing allotments. The Policy applies to businesses who employ greater than five employees and are new to the area, or are planning significant expansion, or residential development that intends to provide more significant and timely opportunities for additional housing.

Council can consider supporting business or residential development in the following ways:
• Reimbursement of planning and/or building fees;
• Advocacy and support;
• Council rate rebates; or
• Infrastructure assistance or partnership.

Business owners and developers seeking assistance will need to submit a proposal to council. Proposals that are in addition to, or different to, the guidelines outlined in the policy may still be considered. A proposal must be provided to council for consideration prior to any construction commencing. All proposals will be considered for approval by elected council.

Business owners or developers looking for more information on the Policy can contact council staff on (08)8760 1100.