Why is Planning Reform so Slow? – Sourceable, 12 April 2024

In an article published last week, CEO Tom Forrest explains the challenges of changing the culture of a planning system amid reluctance and rising costs. Common misconceptions about developers seem to add to a planners hesitancy for granting a Development Approval.

 

The article also addresses disparities between tiers of government and considers a re-think on the structure of funding for local government as this might ease the concerns of planners, resulting in a greater willingness to approve more height, density and as a result, more homes.

 

To read the article click here.