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 705-219 Strategic Plg & Development Management

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

2

Coordinator

Mr Nigel Flannigan

Prerequisites

705-173 Shaping the Metropolis

Semester

2 (view timetable)

Contact

2 hours of lectures and one hour of tutorials per week

Subject Description

This subject analyses the theories, practices and techniques applicable in the preparation of strategic plans. It also covers the implementation of strategic plans primarily, but not exclusively, through development regulation. Whilst the subject relates specifically to the Victorian planning system, it also makes comparisons with other planning systems, especially those of the United Kingdom and USA. Noteworthy topics include: Theories, practices and techniques of strategic planning; Implementation; Public interests and goal setting; Decision making; Monitoring, evaluation and assessment; Issues of location and spatial structure; Concepts of development management; Managing urban development; Use regulation: practice of zoning; Development regulation; Use of revenue generation and spending powers of government; Planned comprehensive development including major projects in Victoria. A number of case studies are provided by guest lecturers, including: 'Heritage: case study in planning and regulation'; 'Victoria's coast: case study in coastal management'; 'Urban consolidation: case study in medium density housing'; 'Docklands: case study in planned comprehensive development'.

Assessment

One 2-hour examination, a maximum of 2 tutorial papers and a planning project equivalent to not more than 3000 words.



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