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Everything you need for your building, planning, construction and renovation projects.
View planning application portal
View all planning applications on our planning applications portal. You can view details of lodged applications such as the location of proposed land development or use and the outcome of any assessment of an application.
Rates and valuations
View the available options to learn more about your property rates and valuations.
Key projects
Take a look at the capital works programs we are currently undertaking.
… Guides and maps for property and development Find the right property and development information that you need to start …
Get guidance on popular topics like removing trees or building fences to understand land-use, planning, building and infrastructure needs. You can also find links to important mapping and planning resources.
New to property and development?
Get familiar with the general permit process with our when do you need a permit guide.
View maps, the planning scheme and amendments to the scheme
View by topic
Trees
Find out how to remove a tree or report issues with a tree on public land.
Fences
See what's required when building or replacing a fence.
Swimming pool and spas
Understand what's needed when you have a pool or spa.
Septic tanks
Find out about connecting to sewer and installing, removing or decommissioning a new septic tank.
Heritage listed properties
Get advice and find heritage listed properties in Manningham.
Development guides
These guides below may help you with planning your development:
Single dwellings, dwelling extensions and outbuildings
Residential developments and subdivision
Vegetation management
Build sustainable properties
View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a sustainable property.
Build safe properties
View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a safe property.
Prepare your property for emergencies
View resources to help you prepare your property for various types of emergencies like bushfires, floods and storms.
… developing land along with their respective minimum fees. Property and Development … All permits and fees for property and …
Below is a list of many permits or services we provide when you are building, renovating or developing land along with their respective minimum fees.
All prices correct as of 1 July 2025. This is subject to change.
If you are not exactly sure what you need then visit when do you need a permit or contact us to learn about how it works and what you can and cannot do. The list below is best suited for those who access these services regularly.
Planning fees
Application fees for a new Planning Permit under Section 47 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Regulation 9)
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 1 Use only applications (eg: liquor licenses, car parking reductions etc) | $1496.1 |
Use and Develop Land for a Single Dwelling or Undertake Development Ancillary to the Use of Land for a Single Dwelling
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 2 Cost of Development - $0 to $10,000 | $226.90 |
| Class 3 Cost of Development - $10,001 to $100,000 | $714.40 |
| Class 4 Cost of Development - $100,001 to $500,000 | $1,462.50 |
| Class 5 Cost of Development - $500,001 to $1,000,000 | $1,580.10 |
| Class 6 Cost of Development - $1,000,001 to $2,000,000 | $1,697.80 |
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 7 Cost of Development - $0 to $10,000 | $226.90 |
| Class 8 Cost of Development - $10,001 plus | $487.50 |
| Class 9 To subdivide or consolidate land (refer to Vic Smart requirements in Planning Scheme) | $226.90 |
Class 10 (Other than a class 7, class 8 or class 9 permit) | $226.90 |
Any other development
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 11 Cost of Development - $0 to $100,000 | $1302.80 |
| Class 12 Cost of Development - $100,001 to $1,000,000 | $1756.60 |
| Class 13 Cost of Development - $1,000,001 to $5,000,000 | $3874.70 |
| Class 14 Cost of Development - $5,000,001 to $15,000,000 | $9875.90 |
| Class 15 Cost of Development - $15,000,001 to $50,000,000 | $29123.30 |
| Class 16 Cost of Development - $50,000,001 plus | $65458.10 |
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 10 1 tree only (Standard or VicSmart Application) | $220.50 |
| 2 or more trees | $630.20 |
Subdivision, boundary realignment, restrictions, easements and right of way
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
Class 17 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart) permit) | $1496.10 |
Class 18 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart) permit or class 17 permit) | $1496.10 |
Class 19 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart) permit) | $1496.10 |
Class 20 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart), class 17, class 18 or class 19 permit) | $1496.10 per 100 lots created |
Class 21
| $1496.10 |
Other permit types
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 22 A permit not otherwise provided for in the regulation | $1496.10 |
Combined permit applications For combined permit applications, multiple fees are applicable and are calculated using the highest fee then 50 per cent of each of the other fees which would have applied if separate applications were made. | |
Amending an application after notice is given – Section 57A Regulation 12
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Application fees to amend an existing permit under Section 72 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 (Regulation 11)
Amending the use, permit preamble or conditions of an existing permit
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 1 Amendment to a permit to change the use of land allowed by the permit or allow a new use of land | $1,496.10 |
Class 2 (other than a permit to develop land for a single dwelling per lot or to use and develop land for a single dwelling per lot or to undertake development ancillary to the use of land for a single dwelling per lot) | $1,496.10 |
Amending a permit for the use and develop land for a single dwelling or undertake development ancillary to the use of land for a single dwelling
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 3 Cost of any additional development - $0 to $10,000 | $226.90 |
| Class 4 Cost of any additional development - $10,001 to $100,000 | $714.40 |
| Class 5 Cost of any additional development - $100,001 to $500,000 | $1,462.50 |
| Class 6 Cost of any additional development - $500,001 plus | $1,580.10 |
Amending a VicSmart application
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 7 Cost of any additional development - $0 to $10,000 | $226.90 |
| Class 8 Cost of any additional development - $10,001 plus | $487.50 |
| Class 9 To subdivide or consolidate land (refer to Vic Smart requirements in Planning Scheme) | $226.90 |
| Class 10 Other Vic Smart application types (other than a class 7, class 8 or class 9 permit) | $226.90 |
Amending any other development
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 11 Cost of any additional development - $0 to $100,000 | $1,302.80 |
| Class 12 Cost of any additional development - $100,001 to $1,000,000 | $1,756.60 |
| Class 13 Cost of any additional development - $1,000,001 plus | $3,874.70 |
Amending a permit to remove, destroy or lop trees
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 10 1 tree only (Standard or VicSmart application) | $220.50 |
| 2 or more trees | $630.20 |
Amending a subdivision, boundary realignment, restrictions, easements and right of way
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
Class 14 (other than a Vic Smart permit) | $1,496.10 |
Class 15 (other than a Vic Smart permit or a class 14 amendment) | $1,496.10 |
Class 16 (other than a Vic Smart permit) | $1,496.10 |
Class 17 (other than a Vic Smart permit or class 14, 15.16 amendment) | $1,496.10 per 100 lots created |
Class 18 To:
| $1,496.10 |
Amending other permit types
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Class 19 A permit not otherwise provided for in the regulation | $1,496.10 |
Amending an application after notice is given – Section 57A Regulation 12
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Fees in accordance with the subdivision (fees) Regulations 2016
| Service type | Cost |
|---|---|
| 6 For certification of a plan of subdivision | $198.40 |
| 7 Alteration of plan under section 10(2) of the Act | $126.10 |
| 8 Amendment of certified plan under section 11(1) of the Act | $159.70 |
| 9 Checking of engineering plans | Refer to Regulation |
| 10 Engineering plan prepared by council | Refer to Regulation |
| 11 Supervision of works | Refer to Regulation |
| Agreement services | Cost |
|---|---|
| Council to prepare an agreement on your behalf and lodge at Titles Office | $2,066.00 |
| Review of a pre-prepared agreement by another party and lodgement at Titles Office | $3,033.00 |
| Lodgement of a Section 173 Agreement at the Titles Office of Agreement prepared by Council before 1 July 2019 | $750.00 |
Regulation 16 To amend or end an agreement under section 173 of the Act | $748.00 |
To the satisfaction of the responsible authority
| Cost | |
|---|---|
| Regulation 18 Where a planning scheme specifies that a matter must be done to the satisfaction of a responsible authority, Minister, public authority or municipal council | $359.30 |
| Request type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Planning property enquiries (written confirmation of whether a planning is required/permit requirements) | $233.00 |
| Pre-application meeting request | $505.00 |
Council to prepare and carry out public notice of a planning application
| Notice type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Letters only – up to 10 properties | $236.00 |
| Letters and signs – up to 10 properties plus the erection of up to 2 signs | $649.00 |
| Each additional letter (where notice is required to more than 10 properties) | $10.00 |
| Each additional sign (where more than 2 signs are required) | $124.00 |
Secondary consent changes to a plan
| Amendment type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Amendment is to a VicSmart Permit, or associated with a single dwelling application with an additional development cost under $10,000 | $226.90 |
| Amendment to a single dwelling, with an additional development cost between $10,000 and $100,000 | $714.40 |
| All other requests, including amendments to multiple dwellings with a development, or non-residential permits | $1,019.70 |
| Cost | |
|---|---|
| Request for an extension of time to a permit | $750.00 |
Copy of planning permit and plans
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Digital copies of Planning Permits and Approved plans per application (if digital copies are not available, a file retrieval fee will also be applied) | $242.00 |
| File retrieval and scanning for applications not stored on site (may be required for permits issued prior to 1 July 2017) | $100.00 |
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| A landscape bond will be charged and held by Council until the completion of a development as per a Condition of a planning permit. (Landscape bonds are no longer being requested by Council. If Council is currently holding a bond, please refer to this page for details on requesting a refund) | N/A |
Building and construction fees
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| $138.30 | |
| $96.70 | |
| $461.40 per regulation application | |
| $36.10 for new pools or spas built after 1 November 2020 | |
| $23.20 | |
| No fee from us | |
| $53.60 per statement | |
| $232.40 |
In need of house plans or a copy of old permits for a property?
Infrastructure and drainage fees
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| $384 | |
| $231.40 | |
2 - 3 units 4 - 20 units
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$571 per new application $913 per new application $1,298 per new application |
| $327 | |
Value of works less than $1M Value of works equal & greater of $1M |
$440 Range $621 - $20,000 |
| Minimum charge is $200 and capped at $422 per week | |
| Fees calculated on value of works | |
| $347.31 | |
| $1,500 | |
| $335.10 |
Septic tank and waste management fees
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| View fees and charges | |
| Skip-bin permit | Annual: $784.60 Single use: $130.00 |
| Shipping container permit | $130.00 |
Road closures and access through council-owned land
| Permit type | Cost |
|---|---|
| $125 | |
| Temporary parking signs (each) | $750 |
| Access across reserves permit | $150 Plus a refundable security deposit. |
Business-related permits
View all permits and fees for businesses
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… View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a safe property. Property and Development … Build safe properties …
There are many things to think about when building and creating great spaces. Below is a little directory to guide you to some helpful official resources.
If you're looking for help in getting permits, start with our when do you need a permit guide.
Future-proof safety when building
- Balconies decks and balustrades
Build future-proofed balconies, decks and balustrades to improve its lifespan. Get familiar with the current Building Code of Australia - Balustrade Regulations to assist with your design. - Smoke alarms
Smoke alarms are compulsory. They must be installed on or near the ceiling of every storey. - Termites
Our municipality is a declared termite prone area. Get advice on how to build to protect against termites. How do you know if you have termites?
Safety outside
- Bushfire-safe buildings
Many areas of our municipality are at risk of bushfires, you need to build or renovate with bushfire protection in mind. Can you build private bushfire bunkers? - Basketball rings
Everything you wanted to know about basketball rings, like where and how you can put them.
Be sustainable and energy efficient
- 6 star energy ratings
Energy efficiency standards apply to all new homes, renovations and extensions. Building permit applications must be reviewed by an approved energy rater to assess compliance with the six star energy rating. - Rainwater tanks
Build accessible homes
- Accessible homes
Future proof and accommodate the need for easier access in your new home or commercial space.
Safely handle or dispose of building materials
- Asbestos
For information about the management and disposal of asbestos.
… Find out how to report a property with excessive rubbish or disused excavation materials. Businesses Property and Development Report … Report an unsightly property …
Property owners must ensure that their land is well-kept.
Where visible from a public space, properties with excessive rubbish or disused excavation materials may be classified as unsightly and the owner may be required to clean up their property.
How to report an issue
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Prepare the following information before you report:
- The location of the issue.
- The date and time of when the issue occurred.
- Photo of property (if possible)
- Historic details leading up to you reporting this issue.
- Your contact details if you'd like an update. Or, you can remain anonymous.
- Other details that will assist us with your specific issue.
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Report the issue to us
You can make a report online, in person or over the phone.
What happens after you have reported an issue?
- We will attend the location and determine whether we can assist.
- We may follow up with you to get some further information.
- We will take the appropriate action or find out who can.
Report online
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… resources that will assist you in building a sustainable property. Property and Development … Build sustainable properties …
We are committed to recognising, valuing and protecting the natural environment and ecological processes that life depends on. We support and encourage using Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD) principles for land use planning and development, design and construction.
The benefits of Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD)
We encourage you to consider ESD principles in the early stages of your development proposal.
Benefits of ESD include:
- easier compliance with building requirements
- a reduced need for heating, cooling and lighting
- reduced costs over the lifespan of the building
- reduced running costs, improving long-term affordability
- improved amenity and liveability
- more environmentally sustainable urban areas
- integrated water management
- improved urban ecosystem health
- improved energy performance of buildings.
When do the ESD principles apply?
The Manningham Planning Scheme requires medium and large scale developments to meet specific ESD objectives and standards.
What are the ESD application requirements?
Clause 22.12 - Environmentally Sustainable Development defines the requirements for medium and large residential and non-residential developments.
The following tables also outline the ESD application requirements.
The fact sheets and links below provide further information about the application requirements.
Accommodation - mixed-use with a residential component
| Type of development | Application requirements | Example tools |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) | |
| Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Green Travel Plan (GTP) |
Non-residential buildings
| Type of development | Application requirements | Example tools |
|---|---|---|
| Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) |
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| Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Green Travel Plan (GTP) |
If you don't know which category your development fits into, please refer to the following resources:
If you are still unsure, please contact us.
Sustainable Design Assessment in the Planning Process (SDAPP)
Planning permit applications for medium or large developments, as defined in Clause 22.12 - Environmentally Sustainable Development, must include information on how the proposal meets the ESD objectives.
You will need to consider each of the 10 Key Sustainable Building Categories when preparing your application. More information about these categories can be found below.
Depending on the scale of your project, you may need to engage an ESD consultant or qualified sustainability professional. They can help you meet the ESD requirements and prepare the necessary documentation.
Sustainable Design Assessment fact sheets
We have a series of fact sheets to assist you in meeting the requirements of Clause 15.01-2L Environmentally sustainable development – Manningham. The fact sheets cover each of the Key Sustainable Building Categories.
They provide an outline of:
- the category
- why it’s important
- strategies to improve the performance of a building (including best practice standards)
- Council requirements.
Key Sustainable Building Categories
Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) tools
The ESD tools fact sheet explains what ESD tools are, why you should use them and which tool to use for SDAPP.
The following list provides links to the ESD tools described in the fact sheet above.
- BESS - Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard
- STORM - Stormwater Treatment Objective - Relative Measure
- MUSIC - Model for Urban Stormwater Improvement Conceptualisation
- Green Star - Green Building Council of Australia certification
- NatHERS - Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme
- NABERS - National Australian Built Environment Rating Scheme
On-site Stormwater Detention guidelines
The On-site Stormwater Detention (OSD) guidelines help developers and engineering consultants meet the technical requirements for engineering plans.
All stormwater management features must adhere to these guidelines. This includes:
- rainwater tanks
- rain gardens
- on-site stormwater detention systems.
Contact us if you need help.
… Revegetation for biodiversity restoration and property management Environment and sustainability A … Whats On … Revegetation for biodiversity restoration and property management …
A one-day practical seminar visiting sites around Warrandyte that have had their local native vegetation restored using a range of techniques.
Join your land restoration guides, Alan Noy and Glenn Jameson on the land and for a short summary session in the study room.
They will take you on a local journey observing and discussing practical aspects of revegetation design, local vegetation patterns, choosing plants, maintenance, and long-term management of natural vegetation.
Visit sites where our community is attempting to reconcile the loss of biodiversity and learn how we can be part of that reconciliation process through the revegetation of the land.
… Find out more about the Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan. Tags About Council … Economic Development Strategy and Action Plan …
We look beyond growth measures and job numbers to plan for a well-functioning economy that ensures a fair distribution of wealth and opportunity whilst staying within environmental boundaries. This Strategy emphasises the importance of supporting activity centres and high-quality infrastructure and services to foster a strong economy and vibrant communities.
Focus areas:
- local businesses and their networks
- accessible vibrant places
- landscapes and lifestyle
- room for growth
- an economy for climate change
- an inclusive economy.
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Council Plan theme
… any building, renovation or maintenance work on your property. Property and Development … How to build on or renovate your heritage …
A heritage overlay may affect any building, renovation or maintenance work on your property. The heritage overlay details when you’ll need a planning permit. It also shows the location and the level of heritage controls over a particular heritage place.
You can find out more about the provisions in our planning scheme.
Assess the significance of a property
A statement of significance will accompany a heritage assessment and indicate why the site is important and what to conserve. Documenting what’s significant of a place helps to protect and manage the place appropriately.
Proposals for a planning permit for a heritage place needs to consider the policies and provisions of our planning scheme.
Check to see if a heritage overlay affects your property
Search to see if a heritage overlay affects your property.
When do you need a permit?
When your property has a heritage overlay you’ll need a permit to:
- subdivide or consolidate land
- demolish or remove a building (including part of a building)
- construct a building (including part of a building, or a fence)
- externally alter a building
- construct or carry out works
- construct or display a sign
- externally paint an unpainted surface (refer to note below)
- externally paint a building if the painting constitutes an advertisement.
When do additional controls apply for the heritage overlay
There’ll be some instances where additional controls will apply, such as:
- external paint controls
- internal alteration controls
- control over trees.
Our schedule to the heritage overlay will identify any additional controls.
Making repairs or maintenance on a heritage place
You won’t need a planning permit to carry out routine maintenance and repairs if they don’t change the appearance of the place.
When doing maintenance or repair work, you’ll need to follow the same standards for any:
- details
- specifications
- materials.
If unsure, check with us before doing any repair or maintenance work.
The heritage overlay may not apply to the whole site. Refer to the planning scheme maps online or in our offices.
Demolishing a heritage place
We discourage demolition of a heritage place if it’s individually significant or it contributes to the significance of an area. Demolition will only occur if we find the building structurally unsound.
The statement of significance will say why the place is important.
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) can review planning permit decisions.
- Warrandyte Township Heritage Guidelines - Amendment C60 Pt1 Alterations and Additions Commercialpdf2.3 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Warrandyte Township Heritage Guidelines - document AmC60 Pt2 Alterations and Additions Residentialpdf2.99 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Warrandyte Township Heritage - C60 Pt 3 Alterations and Additions Commercial non contributorypdf2.36 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Warrandyte Township Heritage - C60 Pt 4 Alterations and Additions Residential non contributorypdf2.97 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Warrandyte Township Heritage Guidelines - Document Amendment C60 Pt 5 Infill Commercialpdf2.2 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Warrandyte Township Heritage Guidelines - Document Amendment C60 Pt 6 Infill Residentialpdf3.12 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- City of Doncaster and Templestowe Heritage Study 1991 Richard Petersonpdf36.29 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Heritage Study Additional Sites Recommendations Richard Peterson 1993pdf42.51 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Doncaster and Templestowe Heritage Study Carlotta Kellaway July 1994pdf33.9 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Manningham Heritage Garden Significant Tree Study Stage 2 report April 2006pdf8.33 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
- Manningham Heritage Study Volume 2 Context Pty Ltd 2006pdf2.46 MBUPDATED: 29 October 2021download
… how you can get advice from our heritage advisor. Heritage Property and Development … Get advice on your heritage listed property …
We can provide advice from a qualified heritage advisor on architecture and technical advice for heritage places in the area. Make sure to get advice before making an application for a planning permit. This will resolve any issues relating to design and identify other info for the application process.
The heritage advice our experts can offer
Our heritage advisor will provide advice relating to:
- extent of any proposed demolition works
- new buildings in a heritage area
- modifications to existing heritage buildings
- the colours, design, materials and finishes of a building
- restoration and repair works
- heritage trees and landscaping
- any other relevant heritage matters.
How much does it cost?
Refer to our schedule of fees for the current fee for a pre-application meeting request. After receiving your request for an application meeting, we’ll send you an invoice for payment.
Arrange a meeting with a heritage advisor
Lodge a pre-application advice request online, where you can upload plans and any other supporting documents for consideration.
… Membership, retention and acquisition - Sport club development workshop Programs and workshops Active Manningham is running an online workshop …
Active Manningham is running an online workshop to assist sports clubs with membership retention and acquisition.
MK Consulting will facilitate the session. Topics covered include:
- Unpacking the latest participation data and trends impacting membership in community sport
- Understanding barriers and motivating factors for sports participation to increase retention
- Learning how to grow and diversify your membership base.
… Horse property land management - evening workshops Environment and sustainability Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering … obesity and laminitis Manure and parasite management Property designs for healthy horses and healthy land Reducing …
Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering this two-part evening workshop on keeping horses and land healthy and happy.
The Equiculture program is loved by horse owners throughout Australia (and beyond!) as an evidence-based approach to keeping horses and land healthy.
Topics covered:
- Horse health, behaviour and welfare
- Grazing management for pasture and soil health
- Managing equine obesity and laminitis
- Manure and parasite management
- Property designs for healthy horses and healthy land
- Reducing farm labour to increase quality time with your horses
Please note: this is a consecutive two-part program, not the same program on both days. Participants must attend both evening sessions.
There is also a full-day workshop in Hurstbridge if you are unable to attend the two-part evening workshop.
… Marketing, promotion and social media - Sport club development workshop Programs and workshops Active Manningham is running an online workshop …
Active Manningham is running an online workshop to assist sports clubs understand marketing, promotion and social media.
MK Consulting will facilitate the session. Topics covered include:
- Effective marketing strategies for community sport.
- Understand how to tailor your marketing and promotion to reach diverse audiences.
- Learn how to maximise your club’s social media impact.
… Horse property land management - full-day workshop Environment and sustainability Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering … obesity and laminitis Manure and parasite management Property designs for healthy horses and healthy land Reducing …
Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering this full-day workshop on keeping horses and land healthy and happy.
The Equiculture program is loved by horse owners throughout Australia (and beyond!) as an evidence-based approach to keeping horses and land healthy.
Topics covered:
- Horse health, behaviour and welfare
- Grazing management for pasture and soil health
- Managing equine obesity and laminitis
- Manure and parasite management
- Property designs for healthy horses and healthy land
- Reducing farm labour to increase quality time with your horses
There is also a two-part evening workshop in Yarra Glen if you are unable to attend the full-day workshop.
… Request official property information Get copies of documentation to help support your permits and buying or selling property needs Whether you need official property information …
Whether you need official property information to support permit applications or for buying and selling properties - below are links to some of our most common requests:
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View what types of building plans you can request a copy of and find out how to do it.
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Find out how to request the types of Regulation 51 statements for buying, selling or preparing a building permit.
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You may request a certificate of ownership for multiple needs. You may also use this link to find out who owns your neighbouring property for fencing purposes.
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Get written advice about whether or not your proposed building, works or land use needs a permit.
View maps, the planning scheme and amendments to the scheme
Can't find what you're looking for?
… Planning for success - Active Manningham club development workshop Programs and workshops Discover the pathway to taking your club to new … of setting clear objectives, making informed decisions, and creating a roadmap for long-term success. This session …
Discover the pathway to taking your club to new heights with our exclusive club development workshop - Planning for success (strategic planning). Learn the art of setting clear objectives, making informed decisions, and creating a roadmap for long-term success.
This session will be facilitated by Michael King from MK Consulting. Michael will share actionable strategies and real-world examples tailored to clubs of all sizes and backgrounds.
Whether you're an experienced club leader or just starting, this workshop equips you with the tools to drive your club toward greatness. It's also a great networking opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and build valuable connections.
What will be covered on the night?
This session will focus on key drivers behind planning for your clubs success, including:
- current state of play
- key market trends
- innovation and doing things different
- areas of development and further investment.
This is the third session of Manningham Council's club development workshop series.
Don't miss this chance to empower your club and make it stand out. Secure your spot today, and together, let's embark on the journey to club success!
… When do you need a permit for your property Before embarking on building, renovating, tree … you require a permit. Why do you need to get planning and building approval? Planning permits and building permits … this Act is to establish a framework for planning the use, development and protection of land in Victoria. The Act sets …
Before embarking on building, renovating, tree removal/lopping or any other works, it is important to ascertain whether you require a permit.
Why do you need to get planning and building approval?
Planning permits and building permits serve different purposes.
A planning permit is required to ensure that your project complies with the relevant zoning and overlay controls applicable to your property and to ensure that your project considers its impact on the surrounding area with respect to character, built form and materials, surrounding neighbours, traffic, environmental impacts and community need.
A building permit focuses on the technical aspects of construction and safety ensuring that your project complies with the relevant building codes and regulations.
Links to the relevant controls are:
What types of projects need a permit?
Here are some common projects that need approval - contact us even if your project is not listed here:
- multi-dwelling developments and apartments
- construction of a new single dwelling or dwelling extension
- buildings and works, including some internal changes to a building
- demolition/partial demolition and new works to buildings in a Heritage Overlay
- garages, carports, sheds, pergolas, decks, verandahs
- removing trees and vegetation
- new land uses such as a childcare centre, medical centre etc...
- earthworks
- Septic tanks
- tennis courts
- swimming pools and spas
- fencing
- business identification signage on a building or property
- subdivision of land
- covenant removal/variations
- liquor license for a restaurant/cafe
- consent for any works or tree removal and the like if your land has a Section 173 agreement.
- tables and chairs and/or signage on the footpath
- asset protection
You have a dream project - where to start
New to building or renovation?
For advice on all things renovation and construction, visit the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).
Every dream project is different with its own needs and challenges. Here are the steps to give you a rough guide on the process, timeframes and costs when starting any project.
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Contact us to discuss your project with us to confirm if you need a planning permit
You can also view:
- Apply for a planning property enquiry
- Apply for pre-application advice
- Learn about the planning permit process
If you don't need a planning permit you can proceed straight to building permit
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If we confirm that you need a planning permit, start the application
After you apply you can also -
Get a building permit before you start construction
We do not issue building permits so you will need to contact a building surveyor to organise a building permit.You will need the permit to ensure what you're hoping to construct or change is done right and to building code standards.
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Apply for any other permits you need before you start works
You may need permits for connecting to infrastructure, protection of public assets and more. Often you will find out which permits you need throughout the process, so it is always best to discuss your plans with us or industry professionals.
Some common permits include:
Hoping to build sustainably?
We've created a list of resources to help you build a sustainable, energy-efficient home or commercial building.
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… sure to check if you're allowed to remove a tree on your property. If it's a protected tree, you'll need to find out what your obligations are. Tags Property and Development … Remove a tree on your property …
Trees in urban and semi-rural landscapes provide many benefits that include:
- improving air quality
- reducing storm water runoff
- harbouring wildlife
- reducing stress levels.
- combating climate change by reducing heat island effects.
Recognising the importance of trees, the Victorian Government has planning controls to preserve trees and vegetation on private and public land.
If there’s an overlay protection, it’s an offence to remove a tree without a permit or development consent.
What you should do before applying for a permit
The best way to find out is:
- to visit Mapping Manningham or
- contact us.
Overlays that affect tree removal
Below is an overview of each overlay and what we look for when assessing an application. You’ll also find information on what you should do before applying for a permit.
The Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO)
What is an Environmental Significance Overlay?
Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO) is a planning control and covers most of the eastern half of Manningham.
ESO areas are important and any development of land must be compatible with identified environmental values of the particular area.
Vegetation may be a significant part of the environment in some areas as a habitat or link for native fauna. It can also contribute to soil stability and water quality as well.
What we look for when assessing a permit
An ESO has many challenges and we look for a number things when assessing a permit that includes:
- The impact of any proposed buildings, works and any associated vegetation loss on the natural environment.
- Significance of the flora, fauna and the landscape values of the area.
- The possible impact of vegetation loss on landscape values.
- Fire management requirements.
- The impact on animal movement and survival.
Where a development or vegetation removal doesn’t meet the objectives of the ESO, modifications to preserve existing vegetation is generally required.
The Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO) and Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO)
What is the SLO and VPO?
The Manningham planning scheme has 7 schedules to the SLO and 3 schedules to the VPO. This could mean that the planning controls for a property covered by the SLO or VPO differs from another property affected by the SLO or VPO.
It’s a good idea to talk to us before commencing any construction works or vegetation removal due to the complexity of these planning controls. You should confirm the permit requirements with us.
What we look for when assessing a permit application in an SLO and VPO area
When assessing a permit application, we look for some of the following:
- The impact of the proposed buildings, works and any associated vegetation loss on the natural environment.
- The built form and the existing preferred neighbourhood character of the area.
- The possible impact of building height, location, bulk and general appearance on the character of the area.
- The impact of vegetation loss on the landscape character or significance of the area.
Where a development or vegetation removal doesn’t meet the objectives of the SLO or VPO, modifications to preserve existing vegetation is generally required.
The General Residential Zones (GRZ)
In most GRZ where land is less than 4000m2, you will not need a permit to remove a tree within the property.
Clause 54 or 55 of the Manningham planning scheme applies to any proposed development within a GRZ area. The landscape objectives of both clauses is retaining significant canopy trees as part of any site development.
If you have removed a significant canopy tree 12 months before making an application, we will generally require you to replace the tree. Also there will be minimum tree planting requirements of the schedules to the zone.
It’s a good idea to get advice from a qualified arborist before removing a tree before any future development of the site.
The Heritage Overlay
A heritage overlay protects and enhances places of natural or cultural significance, including historical gardens or trees. You will generally need a permit to remove vegetation under this overlay.
It’s a good idea to talk to us to about the permit requirements and this planning control.
A Section 173 Agreement
Section 173 agreements are from the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and covers some local properties protecting trees from removal.
This planning control is complex and you should talk to us about the permit requirements before removing any trees.
Are there any exemptions from the tree removal requirements?
Dangerous trees
If a tree is dangerous and poses an immediate risk of personal injury or to property, an exemption applies. The exemption only applies to the part of the vegetation posing an immediate risk
You should get an arborist to inspect the tree for their advice on its condition. Advice relating to future management should be in writing. You can forward this info to us for confirmation.
Tree removal and bushfires
Areas where there’s a significant risk of bushfire that’s likely to pose a threat to life and to property, such as an area affected by bushfire management overlay (BMO), you can under some circumstances remove vegetation.
How to apply
Removal, destruction or lopping of one tree.
Apply for a VicSmart Planning permit
Removal, destruction or lopping of one Victorian native tree on a property greater than 4000m2.
Removal, destruction or lopping of two or more trees.
What you should do before removing a tree
Talk to a qualified arborist (minimum Australian qualification framework level 5) before removing trees. They’ll be able to provide advice and an aboricultural report.
Along with an arboricultural report, we may also require the following info with your application:
- a site plan
- an explanation of the steps you’ve taken to avoid or minimise the removal of native vegetation
- a landscape plan including any proposed replanting.
You can help by planting a tree
Contribute to the improvement of our urban forest and ecological values of the area by planting a tree on your property. native trees are best suited to the local environment.
Most permits will include a condition to replant an appropriate number of replacement trees if there’s been an approval to remove protected trees. We base our calculations of replacement trees on the replacement planting table from the Port Phillip and Westernport native vegetation plan.
Indigenous trees:
- Eucalyptus melliodora (Yellow Box)
- Eucalyptus goniocalyx (Long Leaved Box)
- Eucalyptus polyanthemos (Red Box)
- Eucalyptus macrorhyncha (Red Stringybark
- Eucalyptus ovata (Swamp Gum)
- Eucalyptus obliqua (Messmate Stringybark)
- Eucalyptus viminalis (Manna Gum)
- Eucalyptus rubida (Candlebark)
- Eucalyptus radiata Narrow-leaf Peppermint)
- Eucalyptus dives (Broad-leaf Peppermint)
- Eucalyptus camaldulensis (River Red Gum)
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