Inner Perth
City of Vincent
City of Vincent decisions and meeting notes from public minutes. This page follows 13 recent meetings, including 13 with decisions or resident-facing discussion. 20 articles have been written from the source minutes. Recent records mention Roads, traffic and parking, Budget, rates and governance, North Perth, Leederville.
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- Substantive
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- Articles
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Latest
Vincent backs fossil-fuel levies and national fund for local climate costs
A 7-0 vote backs a WALGA submission seeking a federal inquiry, fossil-fuel levies and a national fund for councils facing climate-related costs.
The Local Area Traffic Management Policy is now adopted as the framework for local traffic issues.
Residents can comment on proposed property-management and CCTV policy changes, including privacy and artificial-intelligence safeguards.
The proposed Mount Claremont lease may generate $228,000 plus GST per year, subject to public notice and final approval.
Existing e-waste collection points, Verge Valet and recycling-centre options remain in place; no new e-waste hubs were approved.
Articles
Vincent backs fossil-fuel levies and national fund for local climate costs
A 7-0 vote backs a WALGA submission seeking a federal inquiry, fossil-fuel levies and a national fund for councils facing climate-related costs.
308 vacant Vincent homes counted as City banks on $450,000 Mount Claremont rent
The City of Vincent has 308 vacant residential properties in its 2026/27 rating base and expects $450,000 in Mount Claremont depot rent next financial year if leases are completed.
Vincent residents to have say on tighter CCTV, AI and biometric rules
Residents can comment on proposed CCTV rules that would limit AI use, restrict biometric identification and require annual reporting on surveillance activity.
Mount Claremont depot lease advertised at $228,000 a year
Diamond Hire’s proposed five-year lease of warehouse and hardstand space at 11 John XXIII Avenue would generate $228,000 plus GST in annual rent, subject to public submissions and final approval.
Public can comment on proposed $228,000-a-year Mount Claremont depot lease
The proposed five-year Diamond Hire lease would cover about 600 square metres of warehouse space and 5,000 square metres of hardstand at 11 John XXIII Avenue.
Vincent’s H5N1 wildlife response could reach $250,000
The City of Vincent has outlined indicative costs of about $50,000 for a minor H5N1 wildlife event and up to $250,000 for a major outbreak, including carcass disposal, inspections, staffing and public messaging.
Vincent receives 80-signature petition against 40.9% vacant property rates rise
City of Vincent councillors received an 80-signature petition calling for a proposed 40.9% lift in vacant residential property rates for 2026/27 to be withdrawn or cut.
City of Vincent refuses Lord Street short-stay conversion
Councillors refused unhosted short-term rental accommodation at No. 5/288 Lord Street, Perth, citing the site’s residential character and amenity impacts.
City of Vincent backs part of 188 Vincent Street church plan after tree debate
Councillors approved part of the North Perth proposal at their 19 May meeting, with parking, construction and mature-tree issues still under discussion.
City of Vincent backs $20,000 Revelation film festival grant
City of Vincent approved its 2026/27 event sponsorship program at Tuesday’s briefing, including $20,000 for Revelation Perth International Film Festival Inc.
City of Vincent considers Brentham Street safety petition response
Brentham Street was one of several traffic and transport matters before councillors at Vincent’s February meeting, alongside a separate petition on safety concerns at Vine Street and Hammill Lane.
Vincent backs 52-home Charles Street project, with conditions for state planners
The City of Vincent will tell the WA Planning Commission it supports a 52-dwelling proposal in North Perth, but only if a list of planning issues is addressed before any approval or through conditions.
Decisions
Property Management Policy amendments released for consultation
Council approved proposed amendments to the Property Management Policy for community consultation.
Residents and community groups may comment on the rules governing the City’s property and lease management.
Council backs climate-adaptation funding advocacy
Council endorsed a submission to the 2026 WALGA Annual General Meeting supporting stronger climate leadership, adaptation funding and investigation of fossil-fuel levies and a national compensation fund.
The advocacy seeks additional funding for councils and communities facing rising climate-related costs.
CCTV policy changes approved for consultation
Council approved proposed amendments to the CCTV Policy for community consultation, replacing the existing policy.
Residents and other stakeholders will have an opportunity to comment on the revised CCTV rules.
Issues
Roads, traffic and parking
Local Area Traffic Management Policy adopted
Budget, rates and governance
Petition on vacant residential property rates received
Funding and grants
H5N1 preparedness update noted
Waste, water and environment
Council backs climate-adaptation funding advocacy
Projects and capital works
Christmas lights installation tender accepted
Community services and facilities
Accept tender for flood lighting upgrades
Topics
Vacant residential property rating data
The City reported 245 vacant residential properties assessed at the standard rate, with combined GRV of $6,894,930, and 63 vacant residential properties paying the minimum payment, with total GRV of $657,330.
Provides context for how vacant residential properties contribute to the rates base; the extracted material does not show a new rates decision.
E-waste disposal services
The City currently offers permanent small e-waste collection points, two free Verge Valet collections per year and disposal options at Balcatta Recycling Centre and West Metro Recycling Centre.
Residents have multiple existing options for batteries, electronics and other e-waste, but no new hub program was approved.
Glyphosate use in public spaces
Public questions raised concerns about glyphosate use near playgrounds and sought exclusion zones, application notices and a review of non-chemical weed management. No decision on those requests is shown.
Parents and park users may be interested in whether the City changes its weed-management practices.
Mount Claremont depot follow-up
Administration will provide responses about proposed functions, staffing and costs associated with any use or relocation of City operations to the Mount Claremont depot at the 18 August 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting.
Residents will receive further information about the operational and financial implications of using the depot.
H5N1 avian influenza preparedness
Council noted the City’s preparedness for a possible H5N1 avian influenza outbreak. Response arrangements may involve signage, carcass disposal, inspections, additional staffing and indicative costs from approximately $50,000 to $200,000 depending on the scale of wildlife deaths.
Residents may receive health and safety information and guidance about reporting or handling bird carcasses if an outbreak occurs.
Local Area Traffic Management policy
Council adopted the Local Area Traffic Management Policy after considering survey analysis.
The policy will guide how local traffic concerns and possible traffic treatments are assessed.
CCTV policy review
Council approved proposed amendments to the CCTV Policy for community consultation.
Residents can have input on the City’s surveillance-camera governance and privacy settings.
Mount Claremont depot lease
Council approved public notice and submissions for a proposed lease at 11 John XXIII Avenue, Mount Claremont, for depot purposes.
The proposed commercial use and lease of City-related property will be open to public comment before a final decision.
Places
North Perth
Location of the place-of-worship development and nearby resident parking concerns.
Leederville
Proposed major land transaction listed in the agenda
Charles Street, North Perth
State-significant application for 52 multiple dwellings at 407A-D and 409 Charles Street.
Vincent Street
Potential public transport initiatives discussed in relation to the Perth Parking Levy
West Perth
Suburb affected by the approved grouped dwellings amendment.
Newcastle Street, Leederville
Approved change of use from warehouse to tavern at 1/652 Newcastle Street.
Harold Street, Mount Lawley
Short-term rental accommodation proposal at 128A Harold Street was the subject of public statements.
Alfonso Street
Referenced in questions about street tree pruning by Western Power and City contractors.
Projects
Western Australian Planning Commission
Recipient of the proposed scheme amendment for recommendation.
WALGA
Organisation to receive the endorsed climate-related motion for its 2026 Annual General Meeting.
Incredible People Pty Ltd
Employer of the appointed CEO performance review consultant.
Diamond Hire Pty Ltd
Proposed tenant for the Mount Claremont depot lease.
Belgravia Health and Leisure Group Ltd Pty
Operator reviewed in relation to Loftus Recreation Centre performance.
Celsius development
Central to resident parking permit questions.
The Factory Australia Pty Ltd
Successful tenderer for Christmas lights installations.
Revelation Perth International Film Festival Inc.
Recipient of approved 2026/27 event sponsorship.