Most commercial and residential developments and land use require a planning permit from Council.
If you want to establish a new business or expand an existing business in Merri-bek you may need a planning permit.
When you renovate or extend your house you may need a planning permit.
You always need a planning permit to build more than one dwelling on a lot.
A planning permit is the first step in the process of obtaining new titles for subdivided land.
If your house or building has a heritage overlay you need to apply for a planning permit for all external changes.
The Erosion Management Overlay was introduced into the Merri-bek Planning Scheme in 2013 and applies to about 2,400 properties within Merri-bek.
If you are running a business from home you may need a planning permit.
