Wanneroo's New Rental Rules
On March 22, 2026, the City of Wanneroo officially approved changes to its District Planning Scheme No. 2 regarding short-term accommodation. This means stricter rules are coming for property owners and tourists in the region. Read on to see how these changes could affect you.
What happened
The City of Wanneroo has approved District Planning Scheme No. 2 Amendment No. 228, which focuses on defining and regulating short-term accommodation. This amendment alters the permissibility of short-term rentals within different zones of the city. Separately, District Planning Scheme No. 2 Amendment No. 227 was approved, rezoning various residential lots in Alkimos.
What this means for you
If you own a property in Wanneroo and currently operate it as a short-term rental, these changes could directly impact your ability to continue doing so. If you are considering purchasing a property in Wanneroo to use as a short-term rental, you need to check the zoning regulations carefully. If you are a tourist who relies on short-term rentals for accommodation in Wanneroo, you may find fewer options available, potentially leading to higher prices or the need to seek accommodation elsewhere. These changes will likely impact real estate investors who specialize in short-term rentals within the City of Wanneroo.
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What this means for WA
Wanneroo's move signals a growing trend among WA councils to regulate the burgeoning short-term accommodation market. This follows similar actions by the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale and the City of Canning to address the impact of platforms like Airbnb on local housing availability and community character. Therefore, the Cook Labor Government is facing increasing pressure to provide a statewide framework for short-term rentals, balancing the economic benefits of tourism with the needs of residents and the availability of long-term housing. This could set a precedent for other local governments across Western Australia to follow suit, leading to a more uniform approach to short-term rental regulation.
The numbers
The City of Wanneroo's decision is documented in "District Planning Scheme No. 2 Amendment No. 228 — Short-Term Accommodation Definitions," published in the WA Government Gazette. This amendment, along with "District Planning Scheme No. 2 Amendment No. 227 — Alkimos Rezoning," highlights the council's active role in shaping land use within its boundaries. The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale also determines the basis of rates, with "Basis of Rates — Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale" published in the Gazette. The gazette also shows at least 23 deceased estate notices – highlighting how important it is for families to handle deceased estates correctly.
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