The proximity of the land to any public land The Planning Scheme Factors likely to cause or contribute to land The planning scheme sets out matters that the council must degradation, salinity or reduce water quality consider. These are: The State Planning Policy Framework (SPPF) Whether the proposed development is designed to maintain or improve the quality of the stormwater The Local Planning Policy Framework (LPPF) the MSS – and local policies The extent and character of native vegetation The purpose of the zone or overlay The degree of flood, erosion or fire hazard. The decision guidelines in the zone or overlay Not all of these matters are relevant considerations in every Incorporated documents application. However, the assessment of a planning permit The orderly planning of the area application must address the SPPF and the LPPF to ensure The effect on the amenity of the area that it is consistent with the strategic policy framework. PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS The main steps in the planning permit application process are: 2. LODGE APPLICATION Pre-application meeting with council planner 3. CONFIRM INFORMATION PROVIDED Applicant lodges application and addresses issues raised in the pre-application meeting 4. ADVERTISE PROPOSAL, IF WARRANTED Council planner confirms all information required is provided, and if it has been, refers application to referral 5. CONSULT NEGOTIATE & ASSESS authorities and internal council areas eg traffic, urban design, heritage etc 6. PREPARE REPORT & RECOMMENDATION If further information is required, council planner requests this in writing with a timeframe for response 7. MAKE DECISION Council planner decides if advertising of application is required 8. REVIEW BY VCAT (POSSIBLE) Advertising completed; council planner considers any objections FOR MORE INFO Council planner arranges consultation with applicant For more information about the planning permit and objectors possible changes to be negotiated to – application process go to: address reasonable concerns Planning System Chapter 3 Using Victoria’s – Council planner assesses application and considers objections, comments from referral authorities etc and VicSmart prepares report with a recommendation A new short permit process has been introduced called Council, or delegate, decides to grant a permit or VicSmart. This process is for simple matters and such refuse to grant a permit matters will be assessed against pre-set criteria. The Review by VCAT (possible). process does not include notice, referral or application for review. 1. DISCUSS PROJECT WITH COUNCIL PLANNER 10 business days being considered ASSESS DECIDE SUBMIT CEO (or delegate) is responsible Classes of application Exempt from section 60 matters authority Pre-set assessment criteria Exempt from formal further information provisions Exempt from notice and review
The Planning Scheme The planning scheme sets out matters that the council must consider. These are: The State Planning Policy Framework (SPPF) The Local Planning Policy Framework (LPPF) – the MSS and local policies The purpose of the zone or overlay The decision guidelines in the zone or overlay Incorporated documents The orderly planning of the area The effect on the amenity of the area The proximity of the land to any public land Factors likely to cause or contribute to land degradation, salinity or reduce water quality Whether the proposed development is designed to maintain or improve the quality of the stormwater The extent and character of native vegetation The degree of flood, erosion or fire hazard. Not all of these matters are relevant considerations in every application. However, the assessment of a planning permit application must address the SPPF and the LPPF to ensure that it is consistent with the strategic policy framework. PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS The main steps in the planning permit application process are: Pre-application meeting with council planner Applicant lodges application and addresses issues raised in the pre-application meeting Council planner confirms all information required is provided, and if it has been, refers application to referral authorities and internal council areas eg traffic, urban design, heritage etc If further information is required, council planner requests this in writing with a timeframe for response Council planner decides if advertising of application is required Advertising completed; council planner considers any objections Council planner arranges consultation with applicant and objectors – possible changes to be negotiated to address reasonable concerns Council planner assesses application and considers objections, comments from referral authorities etc and prepares report with a recommendation Council, or delegate, decides to grant a permit or refuse to grant a permit Review by VCAT (possible). 1. DISCUSS PROJECT WITH COUNCIL PLANNER 2. LODGE APPLICATION 3. CONFIRM INFORMATION PROVIDED 4. ADVERTISE PROPOSAL, IF WARRANTED 5. CONSULT NEGOTIATE & ASSESS 6. PREPARE REPORT & RECOMMENDATION 7. MAKE DECISION 8. REVIEW BY VCAT (POSSIBLE) FOR MORE INFO For more information about the planning permit application process go to: Using Victoria’s Planning System – Chapter 3 VicSmart A new short permit process has been introduced called VicSmart. This process is for simple matters and such matters will be assessed against pre-set criteria. The process does not include notice, referral or application for review. 10 business days being considered SUBMIT ASSESS DECIDE Classes of application Exempt from section 60 matters CEO (or delegate) is responsible authority Pre-set assessment criteria Exempt from formal further information provisions Exempt from notice and review