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Strategy greater statutory power and improve the clarity and effectiveness of the Scheme in
relation to tourism matters.
This section should identify an priorities for early action, and any planning related incentives
or measures which may be required to encourage tourism development within an area, such
as increased density or inclusion of residential components.
Process of Approval
The Local Tourism Planning Strategy provides the framework for the identification of
strategic tourism sites, the application of proposed tourist zones, and the principles for the
assessment of residential use proposal for tourism developments. It also provides a basis
for decision making in tourism planning and development control and the recommendations
will be incorporated into the local Planning Strategy. Accordingly, the Strategy should be
assessed by Tourism WA and endorsed by the Western Australian Planning Commission in
addition to being adopted by the Local Authority.
Monitoring and Review
It is recommended that the Strategy be reviewed and revised on a regular basis to
determine whether the objectives and strategies are being achieved. Given the statutory
requirement to review a Town Planning Scheme every five years, the Strategy could be
reviewed to coincide with this timeframe.
Assistance and Information Sources
The cost and effort in preparing a Local Tourism Planning Strategy will vary considerably
between Local Authorities depending on the size and importance of tourism to the area.
Local Authorities such as Broome and Busselton for example would require a more
comprehensive Strategy than Local Governments with a lower tourism priority.
Tourism WA has control and knowledge of extensive data and information sources which
may assist Local Authorities in the preparation of their Strategy. A supply/demand model
has been prepared which will enable Local Authorities with a significant tourist market to
forecast the demand for tourism accommodation and plan for appropriate sites to be zoned
and protected. Tourism WA's planning team is also available to provide some guidance and
assistance throughout the process. It is anticipated that other Agencies and bodies will see
the benefit of a Local Tourism Planning Strategy, and Tourism WA will work closely with
such stakeholders to maximise their involvement and expertise where possible.
Appendix One
Content of Local Tourism Planning Strategies
1 Introduction
2 Study Area
3 The State, Regional and Local Context
4 Objectives
5 Existing Situation
• Supply, opportunities, strengths, weaknesses, constraints
• Demographics of the existing tourist market
• Economic impacts on the industry
• Private and public sector investment opportunities
• Current infrastructure commitments relating to tourism development
• Current tourism development approvals
• Identification of future public work programs or major development proposals
which may influence tourism development
• Current tourism related planning controls in place
• Audit of the current tourism accommodation in place
• Details of events and attractions
6 Future Estimates
• Current and future demand
• Growth projections