How to do your own planning application in Victoria

In Victoria, you can do your own town planning permit application. However, if you have no idea about town planning, then it’s likely you will only want to do this for the straight forward planning applications known as VicSmart.

In 2014 the VicSmart permits process was introduced by the Victorian State government to streamline up to 15% of Victoria’s simplest planning applications a year, benefiting the individuals, families, small businesses and those involved with building and construction who seek these permits.

This VicSmart application guide replicates the VicSmart application form and checklists, and provides town planning advice specific to your application type and local council policy.

If you know that your application is eligible for VicSmart, then you are ready to prepare your planning application for submission to council –

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Note:

There is nothing preventing an individual from doing their own planning permit application – irrespective of the permit type.

The State government provides documentation for anyone who wishes to learn how to do their own planning permit application.

However, the majority of town planning applications (other than VicSmart) are done by town planners due to the time it is likely to take to become familiar with the planning process, and the complexity of planning legislation. If you have a VicSmart permit application, then this guide will assist you.

For other types of planning permit applications in Victoria, it is recommended that you seek advice from the council and a qualified town planner, or ask us about town planning permit application services.

 Derived from Victoria Planning Provisions by the State of Victoria