A development plan is a planning document that must be prepared for land covered by a Development Plan Overlay within a Planning Scheme.
It sets out the vision and land use strategy for the development of a site, while responding to the attributes, character and context of the site and its relationship with surrounding land and other proposed developments. It provides detail on what is intended for the future including how that intended development will be implemented, and ensures that the proposed use, development and/or subdivision is viewed in a holistic manner.