Planning reform

Latest news

17 Feb

State transport projects

Learn more about Amendment VC200.

20 Jan

New Transport  Zone 

Find out more about Amendment VC205

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14 Jan

Development Facilitation Program Update

Additional eligibility criteria now available.

10 Jan

Red Tape Commissioner and Planning webinar

December 15 event summary now available.

14 Dec

Improving the Planning website

We are looking for feedback from people who use the Planning website to help us improve its useability.

09 Dec

Transport and land use planning

Find out more about Amendment VC204.

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23 Nov

Findings from the Digital Planning Survey

Local councils have their say on gaps, opportunities and priorities for digital planning reform in Victoria.

08 Nov

Improving the operation of ResCode - Discussion paper

We're seeking feedback on a discussion paper to improve the operation of ResCode. Consultation closes on December 17.

09 Nov

Planning and building approvals process review

We’re adopting all 27 recommendations handed down by the Red Tape Commissioner.

About the reforms

Our 5 key focus areas to deliver a clearer, faster and fairer planning system.

Lodge a project

Try out DELWP’s new fast-track planning services.

Services for councils

Explore DELWP’s services for councils to make planning easier.

New digital tools

Digital planning reform - A four-year roadmap to deliver a planning system fit for the digital age.

New planning rules

Learn about changes to planning schemes and guidance to make planning simpler.

Consultation to date

In 2021 - 22, we have consulted on several of the government’s reforms.

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