Policies and strategies

Shoalhaven City Council is busy implementing the long-term vision for the Shoalhaven by working to achieve the priorities in Shoalhaven 2032 Community Strategic Plan.

To help us achieve these priorities, Council has a number of plans and strategies which support and guide this work.

Our policies

Access an alphabetical list of our policies and procedures ranging from our Code of Conduct to Work Health and Safety

Shoalhaven 2032 Community Strategic Plan

Our Shoalhaven 2032 Community Strategic Plan represents our community’s vision and expectations for the next ten years and outlines Council’s strategies and goals to meet this vision

Delivery Program Operational Plan

The Delivery Program Operational Plan, or 'DPOP', details the work we’ll be doing, our budget allocations and fees and charges for the financial year

Community Wellbeing Strategy

The Shoalhaven Community Wellbeing Plan is a framework to guide Shoalhaven City Council in making business-planning decisions to improve community wellbeing

Economic Development Strategy

This strategy provides an implementation platform for the many and varied economic development opportunities that have been identified through detailed stakeholder discussions and review of several local, regional, state and federal-level initiatives.

Sustainability and Climate Action Plan

This framework encourages the wise use and management of resources, balancing community liveability, environmental sustainability, and economic prosperity over time

Adaptation Plan

Climate change adaptation is about adjusting the way we behave and do business in a manner which considers and prepares for the future climate

Sustainable Energy Strategy

The Sustainable Energy Strategy outlines a range of measures that Shoalhaven Council intends to implement to better manage its energy requirements over the next five years to 2025

Destination Management Plan

The Shoalhaven Destination Management Plan is a strategic document that prioritises key focus areas and actions to be recognised as a year-round destination, valued for its quality environment and visitor experiences

Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan

Our Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan, or 'PAMP', provides the strategy, ranking methodology, and mapping to support the expansion of paths, pedestrian crossings and bicycle infrastructure across the Shoalhaven

Shoalhaven Heritage Strategy

Shoalhaven City Council has reviewed best practice advice and has resolved to take a number of actions

Shoalhaven Crime Prevention Plan

Find out how Council and others work to improve, resolve and progress issues that impact community safety across the Shoalhaven region

Shoalhaven Property Strategy

This document has been prepared to assist Council in the efficient and effective management of Council's property portfolio and to ensure current and future community and operational needs are met

Other plans and strategies

You can access a range of location specific plans and strategies on the pages below.

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