Planning 101
Planning is about creating plans and policies that guide the use of land and the development of buildings, infrastructure, and public spaces.
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Current public consultations
Help us make decisions that reflect the best interests of our diverse Victorian community and environment. View the full list of Planning's public consultations on Engage Victoria.
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Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres Program
Find out what the program is all about, why it’s important, and how it will benefit you.
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Tell us your building story
Share your building story and suggestions to help the Building Monitor advocate for further improvements to the consumer building experience...
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Unlocking Strategic Sites expression of interest
Do you own or manage surplus land? Submit your expression of interest to unlock suitable surplus sites for rezoning.
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Plan for Victoria
Inclusive, liveable, sustainable, prosperous, and enriching. Plan for Victoria sets the state-wide vision for how Victoria will grow over ti...
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Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres
Find out what the program is all about, why it’s important, and how it will benefit you.
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Writing planning permits
A clear and consistent approach for councils and responsible authorities preparing and applying permit conditions in Victoria.
Our role in planning
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Safety and sustainability
We manage rules and regulations that enable fair, safe and sustainable land use and development. -
Engagement and consultation
We work with stakeholders to ensure planning rules and regulations meet the current and future needs of Victoria. -
Data and innovation
We apply latest research and technology to forecast planning and development trends to guide our decision making.
Latest news
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Creating a modern, fit-for-purpose planning system
The Victorian Government is introducing the Planning Amendment (Better Decisions Made Faster) Bill into Parliament.
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Updating maps and planning and building controls to better manage flood risk
We’re ensuring Victorians can better plan and manage flood risks, so we can build more climate resilient new homes in the right places.
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Faster approvals for two homes on a lot and subdivisions
We’re making it faster and easier to build two homes on a lot or subdivide with a streamlined approval process.