The Western Australia Planning Commission has approved rezoning of the land around the old Belle View homestead after several amendments were made to the plans.
The land includes the old homestead as well as the former primary school, and has been rezoned to allow for housing. The plans include around 300 lots, covering a range of housing types and prices.
The former farm building will also be renovated as part of the development, and plans are being made to include the old school building rather than demolish it.
Once the work starts, printing services could be used to keep residents up to date with the changes, including leaflet drops to local houses and signage at the site showing progress.
Bellevue resident Martin Chape, who has been closely involved with the project, told the Midland Reporter that he was pleased with the decision. He said:
“I am happy with the outcome and look forward to the project commencing shortly as it will enhance the Bellevue area and the surrounding suburbs of Midland and Midvale and Koongamia.”
The amendment has to be left in the Western Australia parliament for 12 days, where it can be disallowed if necessary. This is thought to be unlikely, given that the people involved have said they are now happy.