Northern Rivers
BILS Area 5
Planning Proposal
Information
Introduction
The Gulgan Planning Proposal, developed by Planners North and Balanced Advice for Creative Capital Property Services, aims to rezone 6.5 hectares of the Gulgan North site in Byron Shire for employment land use, aligning with the Byron Industrial Land Strategy (BILS). The proposal, based on Doughnut Economics principles, seeks to create a sustainable, mixed-use employment area addressing local socio-economic challenges.
Vision
Description
Aims
Description
What does this proposal aim to achieve?
The Gulgan Planning Proposal aims to create a vibrant, resilient employment precinct in Byron Shire, balancing economic growth with social and environmental sustainability. This strategic development will contribute to the region's economic and social fabric, ensuring long-term benefits for the community.
Principles
Description
Site Overview
The site, Lot 2 in DP 1159910, covers 52.13 hectares near major transport routes like the Pacific Motorway. Key considerations include biodiversity, bushfire management, traffic, and cultural heritage. The zoning concept divides the site into:
Precinct A
E3 Productivity Support
Business park-type development with work/live units
6.2 hectares
Precinct B
IN2 Light Industrial
Traditional industrial estate
X hectares
Other
C3 Environmental Management
Environmental management
X hectares