Urban Design
 |  | The high quality of life we enjoy in Melbourne and across Victoria is recognised around the world. Much of this is achieved through good urban design creating quality public environments to support the social, cultural, economic and environmental well being of our communities living in cities and towns. The Urban Design Unit of the Department of Planning and Community Development (DPCD) provides leadership and direction to the design and development industry in Victoria. We work with State and Local Governments, architects, planners, designers, developers and other clients, offering them guidance on projects that will shape our environment. We give advice on ways to get better value through good design, form strong working relationships and encourage them to take the best possible approach from the project’s beginning. More than at any time in our history, we are aware of the need to design our built environment in more sustainable and responsive ways without compromising the choices of future generations. Urban Design Charter The Urban Design Charter is a commitment by the Victorian Government and other signatories to make cities and towns in Victoria more liveable through good urban design. What is Urban Design Urban design is the practice of shaping the physical environment for life in cities and towns. How We Can Help We provide advice to the design and development industry and assist in the creation and implementation of innovative projects across Victoria. Projects We are involved in a diverse range of projects including helping councils implement Melbourne 2030 policies, Central Activities District, Transit City and Activity Centre projects, Yarra River Northbank and Southbank strategic plans and urban design advice to metropolitan and regional councils. Resources Urban design is interdisciplinary bringing together all sectors of the development industry to create places for people. Some useful resources are located on the resources page. |