Planning FAQs - Do I need a Planning Permit?

The South Gippsland Planning Scheme consists of zones, overlays and other provisions which determine whether a permit is required. To check which zones and overlays affect your property, visit VicPlan

https://www.planning.vic.gov.au/schemes-and-amendments/planning-report-search

Generally, a permit is required for:

• subdivision of land
• development of land in rural areas
• extending your home
• constructing a dwelling on a lot less than 300m2
• building two or more dwellings [units/townhouses] on one lot
• starting a business
• changing the use of your land or buildings (e.g. shop to a medical centre or warehouse to a gym)
• constructing outbuildings and sheds in rural areas
• commercial or industrial development
• applying for a liquor licence
• constructing or displaying signage
• waiver or reduction of car parking (associated with changing the use of the land or increasing the floor area of the building)
• creation, variation or removal of easement or restriction
• removal of a tree, removal of vegetation, native and/or introduced

You should not assume that any works, however small, do not require a permit.