• Talk to a planner
• View Yarra Planning Scheme to check the planning controls that apply to your property
• Check for heritage overlays and zones
• Read our understanding Yarra planning factsheet
• Talk to your neighbours about your plans
• Consider getting professional advice

• Fill out application form. Find out more information on applying for a planning application. 
• Pay an application fee
• Gather all the information to support your application

You can download the planning permit application form online. 

After checking your application:

• We may request further information.
• We may request referrals. 

If required, your application will be advertised for at least 14 days.

This advertising usually involves: 

• a letter to your neighbours 
• a sign on the site of the property

Your advertised planning application will be made available to view online. People who are affected may submit an objection. 

• Consider any objections that have been raised
• We may hold a community meeting with all parties if needed
• Consider any referral comments
• Assess planning scheme provisions
• We prepare a report

The decision on your planning application will be either:

• Approval of a planning permit
• Notice to grant a planning permit
• Notice of refusal to grant a planning permit 

A review by VCAT is undertaken only if an application has been made by:

• Permit applicant against conditions or refusal
• Objector against notice of decision

If you have a question or want to check the status on your planning permit applications, you can get in touch with us.