Applying for a permit
The most important part of successfully applying for a permit is thorough research and preparation. Before you start you should discuss your proposal with your local council's planning officer to confirm that a permit is needed. For their contact details, see Find Your Local Council.
The planning officer will also be able to advise on additional requirements for your application. These depend on the proposal, e.g. if it involves residential development, subdivision or native vegetation. For information on these requirements see the Permit Types section of this site.
Once you have this information, fill in the Application for Planning Permit form and include all necessary supporting information, such as accurate plans, reports and photographs and the prescribed permit application fee.
After you lodge the application, the planning officer will check it and advise you (in writing) within a reasonable time if more information is required. If they do, you should provide the information promptly otherwise the application won't be processed further.
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More information
Planning practice and advisory notes have been prepared which relate to some types of permit proposals. They cover proposals such as applications in rural zones, where flood provisions apply and for dwellings in residential zones.
Planning: a Short Guide provides more detailed information about the permit and review processes for occasional users of the planning system.
Chapter 3 of Using Victoria's Planning System provides detailed information about the permit and review processes.
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