Planning 101
Planning is about creating plans and policies that guide the use of land and the development of buildings, infrastructure, and public spaces.
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Current public consultations
Help us make decisions that reflect the best interests of our diverse Victorian community and environment. View the full list of Planning's public consultations on Engage Victoria.
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Activity Centres Program - Expansion phase 1
Help us shape the future of your activity centre by telling us what you love and value most about your local area.
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Draft Monash Planning Scheme Amendment C178mona Talbot Village
Have your say on Draft Planning Scheme Amendment C178mona to the Monash Planning Scheme.
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Help us shape the state design book
Share what makes a home great.
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Name a place in Victoria
Do you know an unsung hero who has left a lasting legacy in your community?
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New building regulations for apartments
Have your say on proposals to introduce building manual and additional mandatory inspections for apartments and other residential buildings.
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Draft Planning Scheme Amendment to the Knox Planning Scheme - C194knox
Share your views on the draft Planning Scheme Amendment to the Knox Planning Scheme – C194knox.
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Plan for Victoria
Inclusive, liveable, sustainable, prosperous, and enriching. Plan for Victoria sets the state-wide vision for how Victoria will grow over ti...
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Writing planning permits
A clear and consistent approach for councils and responsible authorities preparing and applying permit conditions in Victoria.
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Activity Centres Program
Planning for more homes in activity centres, close to public transport, jobs and services.
Our role in planning
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Safety and sustainability
We manage rules and regulations that enable fair, safe and sustainable land use and development. -
Engagement and consultation
We work with stakeholders to ensure planning rules and regulations meet the current and future needs of Victoria. -
Data and innovation
We apply latest research and technology to forecast planning and development trends to guide our decision making.
Latest news
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New townhouse and low-rise code enabling better outcomes and faster permits
We are updating residential planning rules to boost the supply of good quality homes and improve our local streets.
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Future Homes: Planning scheme amendment VC269
Planning scheme amendment VC269 was gazetted on 3 December 2024.
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Future Homes and Open House Melbourne 2024
The Future Homes exemplar designs will be projected at their full size with real-life furniture, enabling participants to walk around the apartments at scale.