The Guideline is designed to help Council and applicants identify, assess and respond to social considerations in a proportionate, evidence-based way, drawing on Mecone’s social infrastructure and social impact assessment expertise. (Draft sheet – client, value and project specifics to be confirmed.)

Mecone’s scope included:

• A clear, consistent framework for considering social impacts and community needs in development and strategic planning assessment
• A proportionate, evidence-based methodology and assessment thresholds
• Practical templates and guidance for Council officers and applicants