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April 23, 2024

What is an Activity Centre Zone?

Posted at 10:04h in Commercial/Industrial, Planning Controls, Property Information 0 Comments

The Activity Centre Zone is a zone that has been created to facilitate development and land use planning within an activity centre. Unlike most other zones, the types of uses allowed are determined by the Council, which allows for a bespoke planning control, unique for the...

October 25, 2022

Liquor Licence Applications

Posted at 14:45h in Uncategorized

Did you know that before you can get a liquor licence for your new bar or restaurant, first you will need a planning permit? This includes if you want to extend the hours or patrons on an existing liquor licence as well. Many Councils have local...

August 10, 2022

Melbourne Land Supply and Developments for 2021 Released

Posted at 15:12h in Commercial/Industrial, Housing, Property Information

The Urban Development Program is an initiative of the State government to monitor residential and industrial development and land supply. It pools a range of key datasets and information together to provide a yearly update on: Supply of greenfield residential land, both in Melbourne's growth...

August 05, 2022

Common Town Planning Terms Demystified

Posted at 10:34h in Planning Process

We know our clients sometimes feel like planners have invented another language! To help you out we have written some definitions of some of the planning terms that you might encounter during your planning application. NOD This stands for Notice of Decision. It is formal notice that...

July 12, 2022

Existing Use Rights

Posted at 14:15h in Planning Controls

The basis for existing use rights came about from common law. It is based on the principle that it would be unfair for the planning scheme to change and make someone’s use or livelihood suddenly be unlawful. Once an existing use right is...

May 13, 2022

Extensions of Time For Planning Permits

Posted at 12:39h in Planning Process

The short answer is yes, you can apply for an extension of time to your planning permit. Every Council has a process for you to apply to extend your time on a planning permit, either to extend the time to commence or the time...