You can find out whether or not neighbouring properties are identified the heritage overlay by checking the planning property report for address of the proposal. The last section of the report – “Other Overlays” shows overlays in the vicinity not directly the land searched, but it will show overlays affecting adjoining properties.
If an adjoining property is identified in the heritage overlay, you can find the specific heritage schedule applied to the property by getting a property report for the neighbouring address, and search the Victorian Heritage Database for specific details as to why the property is listed in the heritage overlay.
If you are unable to locate the neighbouring property in the Victorian Heritage database and you want more detail on the neighbouring property, you can check the relevant local heritage study.
Both the Victorian Heritage Database and the local heritage study provide details such as the significance level, the architectural style, the history and historical context, a physical description and the conservation policy objectives and guidelines. This can form the basis for your response.