Land near Tamala Park tip rezoned for housing despite Department of Health objections

Key points

• The WA Planning Commission has voted to lift planning restrictions on land in Clarkson, despite the Department of Health opposing the move over its closeness to the Tamala Park landfill. Part of the 1810 square metre site sits within the tip's 500 metre buffer zone.
• Planning officers said contamination risks were manageable and acceptable, and that the buffer may no longer apply once homes are built, as the landfill is scheduled to close in 2029.
• The City of Wanneroo supported the rezoning with conditions, including that future buyers be told of the site's history and risks.