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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.

  • Pick My Park

    Vote now for your favourite park projects across Melbourne! Winning projects will receive grant funding to bring them to life.
    Public consultation
    Open for feedback
    Illustration representing pick my park showing a park and a happy community

  • Priority Projects

    Have your say on Priority Projects currently on public consultation
    Public consultation
    Open for feedback
    Photo illustrating land that is being prepared for development

  • Name a place in Victoria

    Do you know an unsung hero who has left a lasting legacy in your community?
    Public consultation
    Open for feedback
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Explore planning topics

  • Plan for Victoria

    Inclusive, liveable, sustainable, prosperous, and enriching. Plan for Victoria sets the state-wide vision for how Victoria will grow over ti...

  • Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres Program

    Find out what the program is all about, why it’s important, and how it will benefit you.
    Strategy

  • Writing planning permits

    A clear and consistent approach for councils and responsible authorities preparing and applying permit conditions in Victoria.
    Council resources

Our role in planning

  • 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.

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