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Neighbourhood Design Manual

The Neighbourhood Design Manual contains the latest Council standards and guidelines for planning, designing and constructing new developments in the City of Whittlesea. It supports the creation of diverse, equitable and inclusive neighbourhoods that are attractive, accessible, functional and sustainable.

The Neighbourhood Design Manual builds on and simplifies the Guidelines for Urban Development. The manual was created to set clear standards for future developments, address policy gaps and promote quality design. It covers urban design, engineering, landscape and Integrated Water Management (IWM) matters and aims to complement polices and strategies from the Victorian Government and the City of Whittlesea.

Explore the Neighbourhood Design Manual

The manual is divided into five sections, each with its own distinct focus. Learn more by downloading the sections below.

Urban Design Guidelines

The Urban Design Guidelines set out urban design objectives and guidelines to plan for and deliver developments in our local context.

Download the Urban Design Guidelines(PDF, 4MB)

Engineering Guidelines

The Engineering Guidelines outline Council’s engineering requirements and expectations for civil infrastructure.

Download the Engineering Guidelines(PDF, 2MB)

Landscape Guidelines

The Landscape Guidelines define Council’s requirements and expectations for open space and streetscape developments.

Download the Landscape Guidelines(PDF, 473KB)

Integrated Water Management Guidelines

The Integrated Water Management (IWM) Guidelines provide details on Council’s preferred water management outcomes and guidance on design and documentation.

Download the Integrated Water Management (IWM) Guidelines(PDF, 9MB)