The Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) is the local component of the Planning Policy Framework within the Melbourne Planning Scheme. The MPS incorporates the vision and objectives of Council’s strategies, plans, policies and responses to emerging issues for managing land use and development for the next 10 to 20 years. It considers our context, history, assets, strengths, attributes and influences, and establishes the vision and strategic direction for future land use and development.

Amendment C432 proposes to introduce a new Municipal Planning Strategy, and provide new policies for all local areas within the City of Melbourne in the Melbourne Planning Scheme. The amendment implements the findings and directions of the City of Melbourne Draft City Spatial Plan (Draft City Spatial Plan).

On 15 April 2025, the Future Melbourne Committee resolved to defer consideration of submissions received and requested that Management report back to the FMC no later than November 2026 with a revised City Spatial Plan and Municipal Planning Strategy, that considers Melbourne 2050 Vision and Council Plan 2025-2029, and planning policy and reforms introduced since Amendment C432 was publicly exhibited. Access the agenda papers, minutes, audio and resolutions for this Future Melbourne Committee meeting.

Learn more about Amendment C432 and the proposed updates on the amendment overview page.