Improving the planning system
The Victorian planning system is continuously improving. This includes strategically reviewing planning policy and statutory frameworks, planning processes and how we deliver planning services.
Reformed zones for Victoria
Reformed zones for Victoria have been prepared to better respond to present-day requirements.
More information about the zones
VicSmart – a simpler permit process
The Planning and Environment Amendment (VicSmart Planning Assessment) Act 2012 amends the Planning and Environment Act 1987 to enable a streamlined assessment process for straightforward planning permit applications to be set up in planning schemes .
Victorian Planning System - Ministerial Advisory Committee
The Minister for Planning has established an Advisory Committee to help overhaul the planning system in Victoria.
Planning Reviews
The following reviews are in progress:
- Advertising signs review
Read the final report of the Advisory Committee reviewing advertising sign provisions in planning schemes, December 2007. The recommendations are being implemented in stages.
More information
- Local development contributions system
The Minister for Planning has announced a review of the local development contribution system to develop a new Victorian system that will be simple to use and underpinned by fairness and certainty for both councils and developers.
More information on the review