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VicSmart permit process

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What is VicSmart?

VicSmart is a state-wide planning permit process that allows Councils to assess and decide on some minor planning applications more quickly.

Key features of the VicSmart permit process are:

  • Simplified application processing
  • No advertising of applications
  • Application information to be submitted and considered is pre-set
  • Decisions on applications mostly within 10 business days

VicSmart outlines pre-set criteria an application must meet and specific information which a council can consider.

Which applications can go through the VicSmart permit process?

The types of works that may be covered by VicSmart include:  

  • Minor subdivision 
  • Buildings and works 
  • Tree removal and lopping 
  • Small advertising signs 
  • Car parking and loading bay waivers 

To be classed as a VicSmart application your proposal must meet certain requirements, such as being located in the specified zone or overlay. If written consent is required from a referral authority under the planning scheme, you must obtain this consent first and lodge it with your application.

More information about the review process and checklists to help your application are available on the VicSmart permits website.

VicSmart permits