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Answers to common application questions

Building a home

Answers to common planning questions about building a home in Yarra Ranges.

Extending or altering your home

Common questions and information for extending or altering your home.

Building a fence

Find answers to common questions about building or replacing a fence.

Tiny House, Granny Flat or Bed and Breakfast

Common questions and information about tiny homes, granny flats and bed and breakfast.

Building a shed

Information about building a shed or outbuilding.

Building a pergola, veranda, deck, or carport

Find out more about building a pergola, deck or carport in Yarra Ranges.

Pruning or removing a tree

Common questions relating to removing or pruning trees in Yarra Ranges.

Building two or more homes on a block of land

Answers to common questions relating to building more than one home on a block of land.

Subdivision

Find out more about subdividing in Yarra Ranges.

Starting a business

Information about starting a business and the permits you may need depending on business type.

Second Dwellings

Learn more about second dwellings (small second homes), their requirements and where to find more information.

Existing Use Rights

Learn more about applying for Existing Use Rights and how to apply.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Yarra Ranges Council acknowledges the Wurundjeri and other Kulin Nations as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of these lands and waterways. 
We pay our respects to all Elders, past, present, and emerging, who have been, and always will be, integral to the story of our region. We proudly share custodianship to care for Country together.

 

 

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