Special Charge Schemes

Mornington Peninsula Shire is committed to providing new infrastructure to the community and maintaining its existing assets to a high standard. However, as the permanent resident population continues to increase, there has been a greater expectation that roads are sealed and footpaths are provided. In response, the Shire has a long history of using special charge schemes to assist in funding necessary infrastructure works such as the construction of unmade roads, the installation of footpaths and drainage upgrades.

Process

When conducting a special charge scheme, the Mornington Peninsula Shire strictly follows the statutory process as defined by the Local Government Act 1989.
To view the process, download the Infrastructure Works Special Charge Schemes Policy. The Policy contains a detailed description of the special charge scheme process as well as step-by-step flow charts on pages 12 and 13.

Current proposals

Augusta Street Group, Mount Martha Road Construction Special Charge Scheme

At its 11 March 2025 meeting, Council resolved to abandon the Augusta Street Group Mount Martha Special Charge Scheme and investigate alternative options to reduce sedimentation into Balcombe Estuary. This means that the proposed special charge scheme will not proceed.

For more detailed information on this proposal, please click here.

Special charge scheme surveys

If you have received a letter from us regarding a special charge scheme that invites you to complete a survey, click on the link to the relevant special charge scheme below. You'll need the unique ID enclosed in the letter to participate.

There are no current active special charge scheme surveys.