Proposed planning scheme (ePlan)

Council has carefully drafted a proposed planning scheme for the Sunshine Coast. It aims to help preserve the things we love about our region and build a bright future. It will guide new development based on an overarching vision for the Sunshine Coast, balancing local needs and regional planning requirements.

Between 15 July and 19 September 2025, Council invited the community to explore the Proposed Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme and share their feedback.

View the proposed planning scheme and user guides

Click on the links below to view the proposed planning scheme in ePlan (text and mapping) as well as user guides that were made available to the community during the formal consultation period for the proposed planning scheme.

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Note: Decisions should not be based on the content of the proposed planning scheme at this stage, as it is subject to change following public consultation and the consideration of submissions.

Council will now carefully review all submissions received during the consultation period. This process will help Council determine whether to proceed with the proposed planning scheme and what changes, if any, may be required in response to community feedback.

Visit Council’s Have your Say website to explore all the information that was shared during formal public consultation to help the community understand the details of the proposed planning scheme, including Understanding the Proposed Planning Scheme and the Information sheet library.