What is a design and development overlay?

The design and development overlay outlines design objectives and requirements when permits for properties identified in the schedule to the design and development overlay. These properties are identified by a DDO number in the planning scheme maps and in the planning property report.

The purpose of the design and development overlay is to identify areas which are affected by specific requirements relating to the design and built form of new development.

You may have a VicSmart application if you are seeking any of the following classes of development:

• Subdivide land to realign the common boundary between 2 lots where the area of either lot is reduced by less than 15 percent and the general direction of the common boundary does not change.
• Subdivide land into lots each containing an existing building or car parking space where:
  • The buildings or car parking spaces have been constructed in accordance with the provisions of this scheme or a permit issued under this scheme.
  • An occupancy permit or a certificate of final inspection has been issued under the Building Regulations in relation to the buildings within 5 years prior to the application for a permit for subdivision.
• Subdivide land into 2 lots if:
  • The construction of a building or the construction or carrying out of works on the land is approved under this scheme or by a permit issued under this scheme and the permit has not expired.
  • The construction or carrying out of the approved building or works on the land has started lawfully.
  • The subdivision does not create a vacant lot.
• Construct a fence.
• Construct a building or construct or carry out works for associated with a dwelling:
  • A carport, garage, pergola, verandah, deck, shed or similar structure.
  • An outdoor swimming pool. T
• Construct a building or construct or carry out works with an estimated cost of up to $1,000,000 where the land is in an industrial zone.
• Construct a building or construct or carry out works with an estimated cost of up to $500,000 where the land is in a commercial zone or a Special Use, Comprehensive Development, Capital City, Docklands, Priority Development or Activity Centre Zone.