FAQs

A Temporary Local Planning Instrument (TLPI)  is a tool used by local Council’s to temporarily suspend and override parts of the existing planning scheme in response to changing and emerging planning issues. 

In this case, the TLPI is being introduced to provide interim planning controls to help manage the location and impact of large-scale renewable energy and battery storage developments.

A TLPI is being introduced to carefully manage the location and impact of large-scale renewable energy and battery storage developments, while longer-term planning controls are considered to ensure these facilities align with community expectations and land use priorities.

The TLPI will apply to:

• Battery energy storage systems (BESS), especially those connected to the electricity grid or co-located with renewable generation; and
• Other types of energy derived from natural sources (i.e Hydropower, Geothermal energy, Bioenergy). 

Note: This TLPI will not apply to wind or solar energy as these types of renewable energy are assessed by the State Government under State code 23 (Wind farm development) and State code 26 (Solar farm development). 

Under the TLPI, certain developments may be subject to new assessment benchmarks, zoning considerations, or restrictions. This ensures that proposals meet updated planning and environmental standards before permanent changes are made to the planning scheme.

Yes. Community consultation is a key part of the TLPI process. Public notification and feedback opportunities will be provided to ensure residents can share their views and concerns