Role Title: Development Services Intern
Organisation: Shire of Peppermint Grove
Internship Period: Semester 1 (February - May)
Location: Peppermint Grove
The Shire's Development Services team is currently preparing a new local policy framework centred around a new local planning strategy and omnibus a local planning scheme. Specifically, the intern will assist with strategic planning activities, namely:
a) Built form testing within a density transition area surrounding the Cottesloe district centre and Cottesloe Station. This involves generating and testing a range of built forms at various residential densities using the R-Codes design prescriptions / standards;
b) Tree canopy mapping including potential loss of tree canopy cover associated with each built form tested in point (a) above;
c) Assist in preparing community consultations including helping to prepare community workshop materials;
d) Assist with finalising the local planning strategy content and supporting information / FAQs for submission to Council, DLPH, the Minister;
e) Assist with preparing the omnibus local planning scheme amendment content and package for submission to Council, DLPH, the Minister; and
f) Time permits, assist with the assessment of a relevant residential development application.
The intern will report and work day to day with the Special Projects Officer and be generally supervised by the Manager - Development Services.
This is a once in a five-year town planning event/activity that offers real insights into the changing urban fabric of established low-density area at a time where the goalposts are constantly shifting.
Peppermint Grove is one of the State’s most beautiful suburbs, known for its large character homes set in tranquil tree-lined streets and lush, verdant parks located by the calm waters and serene shores of the Swan River.