Council resources

Tools, templates, data and news to support council planners to manage planning activities in their local area.

Regional planning hub

How we support rural and regional councils to plan their municipalities and shires.

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  • Council resources
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    Planning permit activity reporting

    Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting of planning application data.
  • Guide
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    Practitioner's guide to Victoria's planning schemes

    This guide sets out key rules and helps practitioners formulate and draft planning scheme provisions.
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    Planning in 3D

    The Department of Transport and Planning use advanced 3D modelling toolsets and spatial platform (Vic3D) to conduct built form analysis, vis...
  • Council resources
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    Writing planning permits

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

    Learn how we help rural and regional councils.
  • Council resources
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    VicSmart for councils

    Guides, templates and information to help councils with VicSmart permit applications.
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    Better planning approvals

    Best practice resources for councils and responsible authorities to streamline local planning processes.