A local planning scheme sets out the way land is to be used / developed and it classifies (or zones) areas for different land use within the Shire of Irwin.  This is set out via a scheme text and scheme maps.  The use of land in various zones is set out in the zoning table of the local planning scheme.

In addition, the deemed provisions of the Planning and development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015 apply to all local planning schemes.  Where there is any inconsistency with the local planning scheme, the deemed provisions prevail.

Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 6 

Council at its meeting held on 24 February 2026 adopted a new draft Local Planning Scheme No. 6.  The draft will now be forwarded to the Western Australian Planning Commission for consent to advertise.

Please note this scheme is in draft only and may be subject to further changes.

Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 6