The WAPC

The Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) responds to the strategic direction of government on urban, rural and regional land use planning and land development matters throughout Western Australia.

Murray St Mall, Perth

Photo: courtesy of Optus Stadium

WAPC functions and responsibilities
The functions and responsibilities of the WAPC as a statutory authority for the planning of Western Australia.
Annual reports
The WAPC annual report covers its operations and presents a series of audited financial statements and performance indicators.
Statutory and special purpose committees
Schedule 2 of the Planning and Development Act 2005 prescribes various statutory committees with certain roles and functions.
Agendas and minutes
Access committee agendas and minutes.
Commission members
The WAPC board comprises a chairman and sixteen members who represent government, industry and the community.
Resolutions and instruments of delegation
The Planning and Development Act 2005 (section 16) provides for the delegation of the functions of the WAPC.
Large file transfer (CMIP)
Facility for sending large files to the Committees administration.

Page last reviewed 21 January 2019