Frequently Asked Questions

The redevelopment will feature a diverse range of housing options, including potential apartment developments of between two and six storeys.

Learn more about the types of homes we have proposed for the Bentley Redevelopment in our Housing and Built Form fact sheet.

The exact number of dwellings will be finalised as part of the Master Planning process, however it is anticipated that the project will deliver approximately 800 to 1,000 dwellings.

Yes. The Bentley Redevelopment Project is part of the State Government's $3.2 billion commitment to improve housing and homeless services, which includes the delivery of nearly 5,000 social housing dwellings for the state’s most vulnerable over four years.

The large-scale apartment model of the 1960s (e.g. Brownlie Towers) is not proposed. However, we are looking to provide up to 1:7 social housing within the precinct. This will include predominantly single bedroom dwellings in response to the greatest level of demand identified by the Department of Communities.

The exact number and location of social housing will be determined with the Department of Communities as the project progresses.

Stage 1 is the first phase of the redevelopment project, focusing on the subdivision of land for:

• The 43 residential lots
• Two development sites, and 
• Three public open spaces.

As part of Stage 1, extensive remediation earthworks are required to ensure the site is safe and suitable for new homes to be developed. This process involves excavation and replacement of soil (up to 10 metres deep) across an area of approximately 8-hectares.

The construction of houses is not part of Stage 1 works. However, the land will be made ready for a diverse mix of housing to be built in the future. 

Read more about Stage 1 subdivision and remediation works here.

DevelopmentWA is preparing a new planning framework comprising a Redevelopment Scheme and key planning documents in collaboration with the City of Canning. Once adopted, the Redevelopment Scheme will transfer planning control from the City of Canning to DevelopmentWA. Until this point, development/planning applications are to be lodged with the City of Canning.

Further information on the DevelopmentWA planning function can be found on the Planning & Approvals page on our website.

The Bentley Redevelopment Project is a State Government priority project that is being delivered by DevelopmentWA. The project is designed to breathe new life into the area by delivering a diverse range of housing options, as well as parklands and community amenities.

The Bentley Redevelopment Area was established by the State Government on 2 May 2024. The project site is generally bounded by Walpole Street to the North, Manning Road to the South, Pollock Street and Bentley Primary School to the East, and Dumond Street to the West.

The area covers around 31 hectares, including 21 hectares of mostly vacant State-Government-owned land, which is known as Heartwood Bentley.

Throughout September to November 2024, we welcomed feedback from the community and stakeholders on the draft Bentley Redevelopment Master Plan and Redevelopment Scheme. The public comment period has now closed. View a summary of the feedback we received, and the draft planning documents here.

The Bentley Redevelopment Master Plan is a strategic document that sets the long-term vision and provides the roadmap for transforming the area over the next 10 to 15 years.

The Bentley Redevelopment Scheme is the statutory planning framework that governs how DevelopmentWA, as the planning authority, will manage development within the redevelopment area, including planning approvals and design controls.

Located just 8km from Perth’s CBD, Heartwood Bentley is an emerging neighbourhood within the Bentley Redevelopment Area, where 21 hectares of State Government-owned land is being transformed into a vibrant, thriving community.