Subdivision quick-links

The information below is relevant to the land development industry.

• Western Power's Subdivision Policy (PDF 988.51kb) outlines requirements for altering the existing distribution network when land is subdivided.
• The Underground Distribution Scheme Manual (PDF 5.6mb - Large file) informs developers and their electrical consultants of the policies, practises and equipment for energising all new subdivisions in the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) area.
• The Underground Cable Installation Standard (PDF 535kb) formalises requirements for the safe and efficient installation of underground cables to be connected to Western Power's public distribution system.
• Feasibility studies: Developers of 5 lots or more can undertake a preliminary study to assess a projects viability. The results can help you make a decision to proceed with the project.
• The Professional Developers page supplies additional information for professional developers who need to keep in touch with industry issues. It includes back issues of UrbanPower Bulletins, technical documents, Project Tracker, HV Subdivision Pool
  information and forms specifically relating to subdivision design and construction.
• Subdivision charges (PDF 32kb)
• Applying for a Design Information Package (PDF 68kb). Refer to the UDS Manual (PDF 5.6mb - Large file), "Developer Requests a DIP from WP (DIP Request)" Section 4.3.2.2.
• Western Power's Distribution Design Catalogue lists the approved standard equipment for its underground and overhead distribution networks.
• An Approved Alternative Materials list (PDF 13kb) is referred to in the new UDS Manual (PDF 5.6mb - Large file).
• Power Training Services WA is one of Australia's leading providers of power-related training and consultancy services.
• The frequently asked questions on earthing (PDf 107kb) of electrical equipment explains personnel safety, reliable operation and protection of electrical equipment
• For infomation on clearance procedures and to request clearance please download  the Request for clearance form (PDF 132.6kb).

External information

• WA Planning Commission (WAPC) approval with a WAPC reference number must be obtained before Western Power can process subdivision applications.
• In 2005 Western Power and the UDIA jointly commissioned the University of Western Australia's Integral Leadership Centre to complete a review of the subdivision energisation process.
• The Department for Planning and Infrastructure (DPI) website provides information on the Government of Western Australia's city and regional planning initiatives.
• For information on The Hon Francis Logan, Minister for Energy; Resources; Industry and Enterprise or The Hon Alannah MacTiernan, Minister for Planning and Infrastructure, visit www.ministers.wa.gov.au.
• The Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) is the representative body of civil engineering contractors in Australia providing assistance and expertise in contractor development and industry issues.
• Landgate (previously the Department of Land Information) is Western Australia's key source of land and property information. It also provides a secure land titles system and a land valuation service.