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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What happens to my registration fee?

Q. My animal is currently registered with another council - what do I do?

Q. My animal has lost it's registration tag - what do I do?

Q. How often do I register my pet?

Q. How do I protect my home from damage from cockatoos?

Q. Does my pet have to wear the registration tag?

Q. Planning FAQs

Q. Can I make and appointment to see a Planner?

Q. Will my neighbours be notified of my planning application?

Q. What's the difference between a planning permit and a building permit?

Q. How do I find out the zoning of my property?

Q. How long does it take to get a planning permit?

Q. Do I need a permit to put up a fence?

Q. Do I need a planning permit for a Granny Flat (Dependent Person's Unit)?

Q. Do I need a planning permit to set up a Bed & Breakfast (B&B)?

Q. Can I subdivide my property?

Q. Can I build a second house on my property?

Q. What is a building envelope?

Q. Can I build on my block or the block I want to buy?

Q. Do I need a permit to set up a business at home?

Q. Do I need a permit to put in a water tank?

Q. How do I make a written submission about a planning permit application?

Q. Do I need a permit to cut down trees?

Q. Does my pet have to wear the registration tag?

Q. What if I object to my rates and charges?

Q. Roads, Drains & Footpath FAQ

Q. How do I get my road fixed?

Q. How can we get our gravel road sealed?

Q. There is a blocked drain on our road. How do I get it fixed?

Q. I operate a B & B, how can I get a sign to let people know where we are?

Q. What should I put in my emergency kit?

Q. Why have I received multiple rate notices?

Q. Do I need a permit to hold an event?

Q. Do I need insurance for my event?

Q. What public halls/open spaces are available for my event and how do I book them?

Q. Is there a charge for hiring a public hall or open space?

Q. What restrictions are there on holding events on private property?

Q. What is required if we are serving food at our event?

Q. Can people consume alcohol at the event I am organising?

Q. Am I required to submit a traffic management plan for my event?

Q. Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What does Tell Us Your Skills do?

Q. Who should use Tell Us Your Skills?

Q. How does Tell Us Your Skills work?

Q. How long does my Tell Us Your Skills registration last for?

Q. Once I register with Tell Us Your Skills how is my privacy protected?

Q. What happens after I register with Tell Us Your Skills?

Q. Why was this program developed?

Q. Can I cancel my Tell Us Your Skills registration?

Q. What do I do if I forget my Tell Us Your Skills password or login?

Q. What happens if an employer registered with Tell Us Your Skills is interested in me?

Q. I'm concerned about a property I think is a fire risk, what can I do?

Q. Why is my road so dusty?

Q. Will the application of dust suppressant stop our dust problem?

Q. Can I apply to have my road reconsidered to be added to the Council funded program?

Q. What if my road is not included on the Council funded program?

Q. How much will the Resident Funded Program cost?

Q. How do I apply to have my road included in the Resident Funded Program?

Q. Is there a permanent solution available that will stop our dust problems?

Q. Can I arrange to have “Dust” signs installed along my road?

Q. What is dust suppressant?

Q. What do I need to submit as part of my planning application?

Q. Do I need a building permit?

Q. What happens to stray dogs and cats?

Q. What happens if I don't pay my rates?

Q. There's a tree on my neighbours property that I think is dangerous. Can I get council to assess it?

Q. I want to remove trees/vegetation from my property. Do I need a permit?

Q. Animal FAQ's

Q. How many and what kind of pets can I keep on my property?

Q. Can I hire a baby capsule from council?

Last Updated: 18/01/2010
Yarra Ranges Shire Council © 2009
P O Box 105, Anderson Street, Lilydale, VIC 3140
Tel: 1300 368 333 Fax: 9735 4249
mail@yarraranges.vic.gov.au