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.
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687 Mount Alexander Road Moonee Ponds
Have your say on affected land at 687 Mount Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds. -
17-21 Market Street, Box Hill
Learn more about the draft amendment that proposes to subdivisions of land at Box Hill. -
Hillview, Elliminyt
Have your say on affected land at the intersection of Harris Road and Colac-Lavers Hill Road, Elliminyt. -
1 and 9 Raglan Street, Daylesford
Have your say on affected land at 1 and 9 Raglan Street, Daylesford. -
1 Henry Street, Belmont
Have your say on the proposed changes to the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme.
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Future Homes
Explore our ready made architectural designs and purpose built planning process to get you building faster. -
Writing planning permits
A clear and consistent approach for councils and responsible authorities preparing and applying permit conditions in Victoria. -
20-minute neighbourhoods
Learn how we are creating inclusive, vibrant and healthy neighbourhoods.
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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Housing changes announced
Planning schemes will soon change to implement housing announcements. -
Preston Market Precinct planning scheme amendment
The Minister for Planning has approved new planning controls to support the substantial retention of Preston Market, protect its heritage significance and deliver more housing choice for people in Melbourne’s north. -
Minister’s assessment of two Murray floodplain restoration projects issued
The Minister for Planning has issued an assessment of the environmental effects of both the Belsar-Yungera and Hattah Lakes North floodplain restoration projects.