Planning

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Please note we are currently experiencing significant delays in delivering planning decisions and investigating planning complaints from our community.

The delays are due to an increase in applications, staff shortages due to Covid and the limited number of planners across the state to recruit.
These pressures are not just occurring in Yarra Ranges, this is felt right across both the public and private sectors.

We will continue to do everything we can to resolve this as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through these challenges.

 

 

Do I need a planning permit?

Enter the address and details of what you would like to do to find out if a permit is required and the documents you need to apply.

Apply for a planning permit

Step by step guide and links to apply online for a planning permit online.

Track the progress of a planning application or make an objection

Enter an application number, address or suburb to track the progress of a current application, make an objection or view details of applications already decided.

Apply for a VicSmart planning application

Some application types are eligible to be fast tracked through the VicSmart process.

Apply to amend your planning permit

Apply to make changes to your permit, existing plans and/or conditions (Section 72 or secondary consent).

Apply for an extension of time to your planning permit

If you need more time to start or finish works you can apply for an extension.

Planning permit fees & charges

Current list of planning related fees and charges.

About the planning process

Details each step in the planning process and what to expect at each stage. Also highlights the difference between a planning and building permit.

Change a planning application in progress (Section 50/57A)

If a decision has not yet been made, you can apply to amend your application. (Section 50 & 57A)

Heritage database

View information about places listed in the Heritage Overlay under our Planning Scheme. Find historical information, images and descriptions.

Amendments to the planning scheme

Information on planning scheme amendments currently in progress or awaiting ministerial decision.

Planning FAQ's

Answers to commonly asked planning questions and resources to help with your application.

Strategic planning policies

Policies that guide planning and development in Yarra Ranges.

Planning call back for residents impacted by storm damage

If your home was damaged in the June 2021 storm and you would like to speak to a planner, please complete the form below and a planner will be in touch to assist.

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