Apply for a Planning Permit

Applying for a Planning Permit

There are two streams of planning permit applications: 

  • Those assessed under the standard planning process
  • Those assessed under the VicSmart planning provisions  

It is important that you understand which type of application you need to apply for as the information that is required to be submitted with your application will be different.  Applications meeting the VicSmart criteria are generally simple applications and have a 10 day assessment timeframe.

It is recommended that you consult Council's Planning Department early in the process of preparing an application to ensure you are aware of all submission requirements.  Council cannot process an application until all relevant information and applicable fees have been lodged.

Please refer to the General Planning Application checklist to ensure you have all relevant documents when submitting an application. 

Planning Permit Application Fees
Planning permit application fees can be paid using one of the following methods:

  • Customer Assist Payment – Our Customer Assist team will contact you to arrange payment after your application is submitted.
  • Invoice – An invoice can be issued for payment upon request.

Please note: Invoices are not available for VicSmart applications due to the statutory assessment timeframes. Payment for VicSmart applications must be made through Customer Assist to avoid delays in processing.

 For applications fees, please refer to the Planning Fee Schedule. 

Incorporated Documents, Structure Plans and other Strategic Documents can be found at: Plans, Frameworks and Strategies

Planning Checklists

External Resources

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