The amendments aim to support the residential building industry, local governments, and homeowners by simplifying clauses and streamlining approval processes for low to medium density housing projects. The review resulted in a series of amendments to the R-Codes. The WA Government has reviewed State Planning Policy 7.3: Residential Design Codes - Volume 1 (R-Codes) as part of its package of planning reforms to assist with economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. It is anticipated that upon finalisation of the Medium Density Code, the development provisions of the R-Codes Volume 1 will be divided into:įor more information visit the Medium density page. The draft Medium Density Code is proposed as an amendment to the R-Codes Volume 1. The R-Codes are administered and applied by local government, so all enquiries relating to specific development proposals (including the application and interpretation of provisions of the R-Codes to specific development proposals) must be directed to the relevant local government where the development proposal is located. Previous versions of the R-Codes are available on the State Law Publisher website. The R-Codes Assessment Checklist streamlines residential development application compliance assessment to support a consistent, accurate and faster determination process. The R-Codes Explanatory Guidelines and Practice Notes provide assistance on operation and interpretation of provisions. They are also used for the assessment of residential subdivision proposals and should be read with Development Control Policy 2.2 Residential Subdivision for this purpose. The R-Codes aim to address emerging design trends, promote sustainability, improve clarity and highlight assessment pathways to facilitate better outcomes for residents. The R-Codes control the design of most residential development throughout Western Australia. Facilities, fleet and equipment management.Building, utilities and essential services.