Douglas Shire planning scheme

The planning scheme applies to particular land uses, such as residential, tourism, industrial and commercial developments and subdivisions. It identifies where different land uses such as shops, houses, units or industrial activities can occur in the Shire, and what performance criteria and specific outcomes are required to be satisfied.

There are 11 different policies included in the planning scheme. These relate to a variety of subject matters such as building design & architectural elements, water supply & sewerage headworks, landscaping, open space contributions and cultural and heritage values.

A hard copy of the planning scheme is available for inspection at Customer Service Offices in Cairns and Mossman.