Help Me Plan

Help Me Plan provides basic information about planning zones and overlays which affect your property.

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the general purpose of each zone and overlay
hints about when a planning permit may be required
hints about other parts of the Casey Planning Scheme you may need to consult for a planning permit

Please note this is only a summary of the zone. For complete information, please review the relevant Clauses in the Casey Planning Scheme. For further information, please contact City of Casey's Planning Department on 9705 5200. If you need formal written advice, please submit a general planning information enquiry.

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Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ)

The purpose of the LDRZ is to provide low–density residential development on lots with reticulated sewerage. In areas where there is no connection to reticulated sewerage the site must be able to treat and retain all wastewater.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 32.03).
To subdivide land (refer to the Zoning Schedules for minimum lot size requirements. Clause 56 assessment applies).
To construct an outbuilding which has dimensions greater than 80sqm, or a height greater than 3.6 metres.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact City of Casey's Planning Department on 9705 5190. If you require formal written advice, please submit a General Planning Information Enquiry.

Helpful Tip

Reticulated sewerage is having access to the sewer network, please contact South East Water on 131 694 to confirm whether your lot is connected to the network.

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ1):

Schedule 1 to the LDRZ1 specifies the minimum lot size as 0.4 hectares (4000m²).

Schedule 2 to the Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ2):

Schedule 2 to the LDRZ2 specifies the minimum lot size as 0.4 hectares (4000m²) where there is no reticulated sewerage and 0.2 hectares (2000m²) where there is reticulated sewerage.

Lots within the LDRZ2 require a planning permit for the construction of an outbuilding with a floor area over 120m².

Mixed Use Zone (MUZ)

The purpose of the MUZ is to provide a mixture of residential, commercial, industrial, and other uses which will complement areas specified as 'mixed use'. Housing may be provided at higher densities; however, development is encouraged to respond to the existing or preferred neighbourhood character of the area.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 32.04).
To construct a dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m² (Clause 54 assessment applies).
To construct a dwelling (house) if there is at least one dwelling (house) existing on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To construct two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To extend a dwelling (house) if there are two or more dwellings on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To subdivide land (Clause 56 assessment applies).
To construct or extend a front fence within 3m of a street if the fence exceeds 1.5m in height (or 2m for lots fronting arterial roads) and is either associated with:
- A dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m².
- Two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Township Zone (TZ)

The purpose of the TZ is to provide residential development along with a range of commercial, industrial, and other uses in small towns. Developments are encouraged to be respectful of the neighbourhood character. Educational, recreational, religious, community and a limited range of other non-residential uses which serve local community needs are allowed in appropriate locations.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 32.05).
To construct a dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m² (Clause 54 assessment applies).
To construct a dwelling (house) if there is at least one dwelling (house) existing on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To construct two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To extend a dwelling (house) if there are two or more dwellings on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To subdivide land (Clause 56 assessment applies).
To construct or extend a front fence within 3m of a street if the fence exceeds 1.5m in height (or 2m for lots fronting arterial roads) and is either associated with:
- A dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m².
- Two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Residential Growth Zone (RGZ)

The purpose of the RGZ is to provide housing at varied densities (up to and including 4 story buildings). Diversity of housing is encouraged in locations that offer good access to services and transport, this includes activity centres and town centres. A gradual transition of development height and use intensity is encouraged between areas of more intensive use/development and other residential areas. Educational, recreational, religious, community and a limited range of other non-residential uses which serve local community needs are allowed in appropriate locations.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 32.07)
To construct a dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m² (Clause 54 assessment applies).
To construct a dwelling (house) if there is at least one dwelling (house) existing on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To construct two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To extend a dwelling (house) if there are two or more dwellings on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To subdivide land (Clause 56 assessment applies).
To construct or extend a front fence within 3m of a street if the fence exceeds 1.5m in height (or 2m for lots fronting arterial roads) and is either associated with:
- A dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m².
- Two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 2 to the Residential Growth Zone (RGZ2):

Schedule 2 to the RGZ2 applies to land adjacent to activity centres, train stations and along strategic bus routes.

The schedule sets out design objectives to be met when preparing a proposal:

Developments are encouraged to be contemporary, well-articulated and designed multi-dwelling and apartment developments with smaller, well-landscaped front setbacks.
Consolidation of adjoining lots to facilitate contemporary dwelling design that makes efficient use of land is encouraged.
A diversity of dwelling sizes and built form outcomes is encouraged. Schedule 2 to the RGZ allows for a variation to Standard A3 of Clause 54 and Standard B6 of Clause 55. It states 'Walls of buildings should be set back from streets at least 5 metres or in accordance with the table in Standard A3 or B6, whichever is the lesser'.

General Residential Zone (GRZ)

The purpose of the GRZ is to provide a diverse range of housing and moderate housing growth in locations that offer good access to services and transport. It is encouraged that developments are respectful of the neighbourhood character. Educational, recreational, religious, community and a limited range of other non-residential uses which serve local community needs are allowed in appropriate locations.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 32.08)
To construct a dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m² (Clause 54 assessment applies).
To construct a dwelling (house) if there is at least one dwelling (house) existing on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To construct two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To extend a dwelling (house) if there are two or more dwellings on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To subdivide land (Clause 56 assessment applies).
To construct or extend a front fence within 3m of a street if the fence exceeds 1.5m in height (or 2m for lots fronting arterial roads) and is either associated with:
- A dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m².
- Two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Please be aware that your proposal may require 'garden area' calculations to be taken into account – please refer to the table on page 5 of the GRZ. The definition of 'garden area' can be found at Clause 73.01.

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 2 to the General Residential Zone (GRZ2):

Schedule 2 to the GRZ2 applies to land adjacent to activity centres, train stations and along strategic bus routes.

The schedule sets out neighbourhood character objectives to be met when preparing a proposal:

To encourage a new neighbourhood character of contemporary, well-articulated and designed residential development, including units, townhouses, and apartments with smaller, well landscaped front setbacks.
To ensure development is sympathetic and responsive to its surroundings and provides an appropriate transition to lower-scale residential areas.

Schedule 2 to the GRZ allows for a variation to Standard A3 of Clause 54 and Standard B6 of Clause 55. It states 'Walls of buildings should be set back from streets at least 5 metres or in accordance with the table in Standard A3 or B6, whichever is the lesser'.

Schedule 2 to the GRZ also sets out a maximum building height, which is:

A building used as a dwelling or a residential building must not exceed a height of 11.5 metres and 3 storeys.

Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ)

The purpose of the NRZ is to recognise area of predominantly single and double storey residential development. Whilst ensuring that development respects the identified neighbourhood character, heritage, environmental and landscape characteristics. Educational, recreational, religious, community and a limited range of other non-residential uses which serve local community needs are allowed in appropriate locations.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 32.09)
To construct a building or construct or carry out works for a residential aged care facility (developments must meet the requirements Clause 53.17).
To construct a dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m² (Clause 54 assessment applies).
To construct a dwelling (house) if there is at least one dwelling (house) existing on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To construct two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To extend a dwelling (house) if there are two or more dwellings on the lot (Clause 55 assessment applies).
To subdivide land (Clause 56 assessment applies).
To construct or extend a front fence within 3m of a street if the fence exceeds 1.5m in height (or 2m for lots fronting arterial roads) and is either associated with:
- A dwelling (house) if the lot is less than 300m².
- Two or more dwellings (houses) on the lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ1):

Schedule 1 to the NRZ1 applies to land within the Berwick Township Grid.

The schedule sets out neighbourhood character objectives to be met when preparing a proposal:

To provide a mix of building forms and styles with consistent, spacious setbacks that retains the dominance of the landscape setting.
To provide appropriate front, side and rear setbacks and garden areas with adequate space for landscaping, including canopy trees, so that built form is recessive to the landscape.
To provide dwelling entrances oriented towards the street providing a sense of address.
To provide vegetated front setbacks with no front fencing or the use of low, visually permeable front boundary treatments which enhance the spaciousness and strong avenue planting of the streetscapes.

Schedule 1 to the NRZ requires a minimum lot size for subdivision of 600m².

Schedule 1 to the NRZ has the following variations to Clause 54 and 55 that all applicable for all proposals:

Standard A17 - A dwelling should have private open space of an area of 80 square metres or 20 per cent of the total area of the lot, whichever is the lesser, but not less than 40 square metres. Private open space A17 At least one part of the private open space to consist of secluded private open space with a minimum area of 40 square metres and a minimum dimension of 5 metres located at the side or rear of the dwelling with convenient access from a living room.
Standard B28 - A dwelling or residential building should have private open space of: an area of 80 square metres, with one part of the private open space to consist of secluded private open space at the side or rear of the dwelling or residential building with a minimum area of 40 square metres, a minimum dimension of 5 metres and convenient access from a living room, or A balcony of 8 square metres with a minimum width of 1.6 metres and direct access from a living room, or A roof-top area of 10 square metres with a minimum width of 2 metres and direct access from a living room.

Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z)

The purpose of the IN1Z is to have an area which is for the manufacturing industry, the storage and distribution of goods and associated uses in a manner which does not affect the safety and amenity of local communities.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 33.01).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- A building or works which rearrange, alter or renew plant if the area or height of the plant is not increased.
- A building or works which are used for crop raising, extensive animal husbandry or informal outdoor recreation.
- A rainwater tank with a capacity of more than 10,000 litres if:
  - The rainwater tank is not located within the building's setback from a street (other than a lane).
  - The rainwater tank is no higher than the existing building on the site.
  - The rainwater tank is not located in an area that is provided for car parking, loading, unloading or accessway.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Industrial 3 Zone (IN3Z)

The purpose of the IN3Z is to provide a buffer between the IN3Z and local communities, which allows for industries and associated uses compatible with the nearby community. To allow limited retail opportunities including convenience shops, small scale supermarkets and associated shops in appropriate locations. To ensure that uses do not affect the safety and amenity of adjacent, more sensitive land uses.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 33.03).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- A building or works which rearrange, alter or renew plant if the area or height of the plant is not increased.
- A building or works which are used for crop raising, extensive animal husbandry or informal outdoor recreation.
- A rainwater tank with a capacity of more than 10,000 litres if:
  - The rainwater tank is not located within the building's setback from a street (other than a lane).
  - The rainwater tank is no higher than the existing building on the site.
  - The rainwater tank is not located in an area that is provided for car parking, loading, unloading or accessway.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z)

The purpose of the C1Z is to a vibrant 'mixed use' centre that contains retail, offices, business, entertainment, and community uses. Also, to provide for residential uses at densities that are complementary to the scale of the commercial centre.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 34.01).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- The installation of an automatic teller machine.
- An alteration to an existing building façade provided:
  - The alteration does not include the installation of an external roller shutter.
  - At least 80 per cent of the building façade at ground floor level is maintained as an entry or window with clear glazing.
- An awning that projects over a road if it is authorised by the relevant public land manager.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Commercial 2 Zone (C2Z)

The purpose of the C2Z is to encourage offices, appropriate manufacturing and industries, bulk goods retailing, other retail uses, and associated business and commercial services. However, must be ensured that uses do not affect the safety and amenity of adjacent, more sensitive uses.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 34.02).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- The installation of an automatic teller machine.
- An alteration to an existing building façade provided:
  - The alteration does not include the installation of an external roller shutter.
  - At least 80 per cent of the building façade at ground floor level is maintained as an entry or window with clear glazing.
- An awning that projects over a road if it is authorised by the relevant public land manager.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Rural Living Zone (RLZ)

The purpose of the RLZ is to provide for residential use within a rural environment, provide agricultural land uses whilst also protecting and enhancing the natural resources, biodiversity, landscape and heritage values of the area.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 35.03).
To subdivide land (2ha minimum subdivision requirement is generally applies - refer to the Zoning Schedules for specific minimum lot size requirements).
Earthworks specified in a schedule to this zone, if on land specified in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).
To construct a building which is within any of the setbacks nominated in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).
Only one dwelling may be constructed on a lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Green Wedge Zone (GWZ)

The purpose of the GWZ is to provide for residential use within a rural environment, provide agricultural land uses whilst also protecting and enhancing the natural resources, biodiversity, landscape and heritage values of the area.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 35.04).
To subdivide land (40ha minimum subdivision requirement is generally applied - refer to the Zoning Schedules for specific minimum lot size requirements).
Earthworks specified in a schedule to this zone, if on land specified in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).
To construct a building which is within any of the following setbacks:
- 100 metres from a Road Zone Category 1 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 1.
- 40 metres from a Road Zone Category 2 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 2.
- 20 metres from any other road.
- 5 metres from any other boundary.
- 100 metres from a dwelling not in the same ownership.
- 100 metres from a waterway, wetlands or designated flood plain.
Only one dwelling may be constructed on a lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ1):

Minimum subdivision area is 2 hectares.

Schedule 2 to the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ2):

Minimum subdivision area is 4 hectares.

Schedule 3 to the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ3):

Minimum subdivision area is 8 hectares.

Schedule 4 to the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ4):

Minimum subdivision area is 12 hectares.

Schedule 5 to the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ5):

Minimum subdivision area is 20 hectares.

Schedule 6 to the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ6):

Minimum subdivision area is 40 hectares.

Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ)

The purpose of the GWAZ is to provide land for the use of agriculture whilst protecting the biodiversity, natural resources, scenic landscapes and heritage values of the area. Proposed use and development is to promote sustainable land management practices and infrastructure provision. Cultural heritage significance and the character of rural and scenic non-urban landscapes is to be enhanced, protected and conserved.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 35.05).
To subdivide land (40ha minimum subdivision requirement is generally applied - refer to the Zoning Schedules for specific minimum lot size requirements).
Earthworks specified in a schedule to this zone, if on land specified in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).
To construct a building which is within any of the following setbacks:
- 30 metres from a Road Zone Category 1 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 1.
- 20 metres from a Road Zone Category 2 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 2.
- 10 metres from any other road.
- 5 metres from any other boundary.
- 30 metres from a dwelling not in the same ownership.
- 100 metres from a waterway, wetlands or designated flood plain.
Only one dwelling may be constructed on a lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ1):

Minimum subdivision area is 1 hectare.

Schedule 2 to the Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ2):

Minimum subdivision area is 2 hectares.

Schedule 4 to the Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ4):

Minimum subdivision area is 8 hectares.

Schedule 5 to the Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ5):

Minimum subdivision area is 2.4 hectares.

Schedule 6 to the Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ6):

Minimum subdivision area is 0.92 hectares.

Rural Conservation Zone (RCZ)

The purpose of the RCZ is to not only protect and enhance the natural environment and natural processes for their historic, archaeological and scientific interest, landscape, faunal habitat and cultural values. The purpose of the zone is to also protect and enhance natural resources and the biodiversity of the area. Development and use of land is encouraged which is consistent with sustainable land management and land capability practices, and which takes into account the conservation values and environmental sensitivity of the locality. To provide for agricultural use consistent with the conservation of environmental and landscape values of the area. Whist also conserving and enhancing the cultural significance and character of open rural and scenic non-urban landscapes.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 35.06).
To subdivide land (40ha minimum subdivision requirement is generally applied - refer to the Zoning Schedules for specific minimum lot size requirements).
Earthworks specified in a schedule to this zone, if on land specified in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).
To construct a building which is within any of the following setbacks:
- 100 metres from a Road Zone Category 1 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 1.
- 40 metres from a Road Zone Category 2 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 2.
- 20 metres from any other road.
- 5 metres from any other boundary.
- 100 metres from a dwelling not in the same ownership.
- 100 metres from a waterway, wetlands or designated flood plain.
Only one dwelling may be constructed on a lot.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Farming Zone (FZ)

The purpose of the FZ is to provide land for the use for agriculture and encourage the retention of productive agricultural land. Ensure that non-agricultural uses, including dwellings, do not adversely affect the use of land for agriculture. To encourage the retention of employment and population to support local rural communities. Use and development of land based on comprehensive and sustainable land management practices and infrastructure provision.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 35.07).
To subdivide land (40ha minimum subdivision requirement is generally applied - refer to the Zoning Schedules for specific minimum lot size requirements).
Earthworks specified in a schedule to this zone, if on land specified in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).
To construct a building which is within any of the setbacks nominated in a schedule (refer to the Zoning Schedules).

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Farming Zone (FZ1):

Minimum subdivision area is 12 hectares.

Minimum setback from a road:

If a Road Zone Category 1 (RDZ1) or land in Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO) for Category 1 – 100 metres.
If a Road Zone Category 2 (RDZ2) or in Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO) for Category 2 – 40 metres.
Any other road – 20 metres.

Minimum setbacks:

Minimum setback from a boundary – 5 metres.
Minimum setback from a dwelling not in the same ownership – 100 metres.

Schedule 2 to the Farming Zone (FZ2):

Minimum subdivision area is 40 hectares.

Minimum setback from a road:

If a Road Zone Category 1 (RDZ1) or land in Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO) for Category 1 – 100 metres.
If a Road Zone Category 2 (RDZ2) or in Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO) for Category 2 – 40 metres.
Any other road – 20 metres.

Minimum setbacks:

Minimum setback from a boundary – 5 metres.
Minimum setback from a dwelling not in the same ownership – 100 metres.

Schedule 3 to the Farming Zone (FZ3):

Minimum subdivision area is 8 hectares.

Minimum setback from a road:

If a Road Zone Category 1 (RDZ1) or land in Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO) for Category 1 – 100 metres.
If a Road Zone Category 2 (RDZ2) or in Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO) for Category 2 – 40 metres.
Any other road – 20 metres.

Minimum setbacks:

Minimum setback from a boundary – 5 metres.
Minimum setback from a dwelling not in the same ownership – 100 metres.

Public Use Zone (PUZ)

The purpose of the PUZ is to recognise public land use for public utility and community services and facilities.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use and develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 36.01).
To subdivide land.

An application for a permit by a person other than the relevant public land manager must be accompanied by the written consent of the public land manager, indicating that the public land manager consents generally or conditionally either:

To the application for permit being made.
To the application for permit being made and to the proposed use or development.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Public Park and Recreation Zone (PPRZ)

The purpose of the PPRZ is to recognise areas for public recreation and open space, whilst protecting and conserving areas where appropriate. Also provide commercial uses where appropriate.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 36.02).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- Pathways, trails, seating, picnic tables, drinking taps, shelters, barbeques, rubbish bins, security lighting, irrigation, drainage or underground infrastructure.
- Playground equipment or sporting equipment, provided these facilities do not occupy more than 10 square metres of parkland.
- Navigational beacons and aids.
- Planting or landscaping.
- Fencing that is 1 metre or less in height above ground level.
- A building or works shown in an Incorporated plan which applies to the land.
- A building or works carried out by or on behalf of a public land manager or Parks Victoria under relevant Acts and legislation.

To the application for permit being made.
To the application for permit being made and to the proposed use or development.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Public Conservation and Resource Zone (PCRZ)

The purpose of the PCRZ is to protect and conserve the natural environment and natural processes for their historic, scientific, habitat or cultural values. Facilities which assist in public education and interpretation of the natural environment with minimal degradation of the natural environment or natural processes can be provided within the zone along with appropriate resource based uses.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 36.03).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- A building or works shown in an Incorporated plan which applies to the land.
- A building or works carried out by or on behalf of a public authority or municipal council, if the public authority or municipal council is carrying out functions, powers or duties conferred by or under relevant Acts and legislation.
- A building or works carried out by or on behalf of a public land manager or Parks Victoria under relevant Acts and legislation.

To the application for permit being made.
To the application for permit being made and to the proposed use or development.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Road Zone (RDZ1 & RDZ2)

The purpose of the RDZ1 (category 1) and RDZ2 (category 2) is to identify significant existing roads and identify land which has been acquired for a significant proposed road.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use and develop land for any land use (other than a Railway or Tramway - refer to the table of Clause 36.04).
To subdivide land.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Special Use Zone (SUZ)

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of the relevant Zoning Schedules).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works (exemptions are provided under Schedules - refer to the relevant Zoning Schedules).

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Special Use Zone (SUZ1):

‘Earth and Energy Resources Industry’

This area is to recognise and provided land for the use and development for earth and energy resources industry.

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

The requirement for a permit does not apply to the construction of a building or the construction or carrying out of works which are a modification necessary to comply with a direction or licence under the Dangerous Goods Act 1985 or a Waste Discharge Licence, Works Approval or Pollution Abatement Notice under the Environment Protection Act 1970.

Schedule 3 to the Special Use Zone (SUZ3):

‘Hillcrest Christian College’

This area is to ensure the land is used and developed as an education centre, and development is to occur in an orderly and proper manner.

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 4 to the Special Use Zone (SUZ4):

‘Thompsons Road Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) – Electricity Easement’

The area is to manage the transition of non-urban land into urban land in accordance with the PSP.

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 5 to the Special Use Zone (SUZ5):

‘Conservation Areas for Melbourne’s Growth Corridors’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 6 to the Special Use Zone (SUZ6):

‘Cranbourne Racing Complex and Surrounds’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 7 to the Special Use Zone (SUZ7):

‘Cardinia Creek South Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) – Electricity Easement’

The area is to manage the transition of non-urban land into urban land in accordance with the PSP.

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Comprehensive Development Zone (CDZ)

The purpose of the CDZ is to provide for a range of uses and development of the land in accordance with the CD plan incorporated into the Casey Planning Scheme.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of the relevant Zoning Schedules).
To subdivide land (Clause 56 assessment applies to residential development).
To construct a building or carry out works (exemptions are provided under Schedules - refer to the relevant Zoning Schedules).

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Comprehensive Development Zone (CDZ1):

‘Lyndhurst Neighbourhood Activity Centre Comprehensive Development Plan’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Urban Floodway Zone (UFZ)

The purpose of the UFZ is to identify waterways, major flood paths, drainage depressions and high hazard areas.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 37.03).
To subdivide land. A permit may only be granted for a subdivision if the following applies:
- The subdivision does not create any new lots, which are entirely within this zone. This does not apply if the subdivision creates a lot, which by agreement between the owner and the relevant floodplain management authority, is to be transferred to an authority for a public purpose.
- The subdivision is the resubdivision of existing lots and the number of lots is not increased, unless a local floodplain development plan incorporated into this scheme specifically provides otherwise.
To construct a building or carry out works. This does not apply to:
- Flood mitigation works carried out by the responsible authority or floodplain management authority.
- The following works in accordance with plans prepared to the satisfaction of the responsible authority:
  - The laying of underground sewerage, water and gas mains, oil pipelines, underground telephone lines and underground power lines provided they do not alter the topography of the land.
  - The erection of telephone or power lines provided they do not involve the construction of towers or poles.
- Post and wire and post and rail fencing.

If a local floodplain development plan has been developed for the area and has been incorporated into this scheme, an application must be consistent with the plan.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Urban Growth Zone (UGZ)

The purpose of the UGZ is to manage the transition of non-urban land into urban land in accordance with the Precinct Structure Plan (PSP).

A planning permit may be required for the following:

PART A - Where No Precinct Structure Plan Applies

To use or develop land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of Clause 37.07).
To subdivide land (40ha minimum subdivision requirement is generally applied - refer to the Zoning Schedules for specific minimum lot size requirements).
Earthworks which change the rate of flow or the discharge point of water across a property boundary and/or which increase the discharge of saline water.
To construct a building which is within any of the following setbacks:
- 100 metres from a Road Zone Category 1 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 1.
- 40 metres from a Road Zone Category 2 or land in a Public Acquisition Overlay to be acquired for a road, Category 2.
- 20 metres from any other road.
- 5 metres from any other boundary.
- 100 metres from a dwelling not in the same ownership.
- 100 metres from a waterway, wetlands or designated flood plain.

A maximum of two dwellings may be constructed on a lot.

PART B - Where a Precinct Structure Plan Applies

To use land for a Section 2 Use under the applied zone (refer to the Applied Zone Provisions of the relevant Zoning Schedules).
To subdivide land.
To construct a building or carry out works under the applied zone (refer to the Applied Zone Provisions of the relevant Zoning Schedules).

Zoning Schedules of the UGZ apply zones to property based on the Precinct Structure Plans prepared for the local area. Planning permit requirements are generally identified through the applied zone affecting the property. Refer to the Zoning Schedules.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ1):

‘Cranbourne West Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/cranbourne-west/

Schedule 2 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ2):

‘Cranbourne East Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/cranbourne-eastprecinct-structure-plan/

Schedule 3 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ3):

‘Clyde North Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/clyde-north-precinct-structure-plan/

Schedule 4 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ4):

‘Botanic Ridge Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/botanic-ridge-precinct-structure-plan/

Schedule 5 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ5):

‘Cranbourne North (Stage 2) Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/cranbourne-north-stage2/#supporting-documentation

Schedule 6 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ6):

‘Thompsons Road Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/thompsons-road-precinct-structure-plan/

Schedule 7 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ7):

‘Clyde Creek Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/clyde-creek/

Schedule 8 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ8):

‘Casey Fields South Residential Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/clyde-creek/

Schedule 9 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ9):

‘Berwick Waterways Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/berwick-waterways-precinct-structure-plan/

Schedule 10 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ10):

‘Casey Central Town Centre Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/casey-central/

Schedule 11 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ11):

‘Brompton Lodge Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/brompton-lodge/

Schedule 12 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ12):

‘Cardinia Creek Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/cardinia-creek-south/

Schedule 14 to the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ14):

‘Minta Farm Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/minta-farm/

Activity Centre Zone (ACZ)

The purpose of the ACZ is to encourage a mixture of uses and the intensive development of the activity centre as a focus for business, shopping, working, housing, leisure, transport and community facilities. Use and development is to support sustainable urban outcomes that maximise the use of infrastructure and public transport. Housing within the ACZ is to be delivered with a diversity of housing at higher densities. Use an development is to create good urban design that us attractive, pleasant, walkable, safe and creates a stimulating environment.

A planning permit may be required for the following:

To use land for a Section 2 Use (refer to the table of the relevant Zoning Schedules).
To subdivide land (refer to the table of the relevant Zoning Schedules).
To construct a building or carry out works (refer to the relevant Zoning Schedules).

Specific planning permit requirements are identified in each relevant Zoning Schedule.

Your site may also be affected by Planning Overlays, there may be additional restrictions/permit triggers that apply.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

Copies of Title documentation can be obtained via the Land Titles Office www.landata.vic.gov.au

Schedule 1 to the Activity Centre Zone (ACZ1):

‘Cranbourne Town Centre’

The Cranbourne Town Centre Framework Plan can be viewed here: https://planning-schemes.delwp.vic.gov.au/schemes/casey/ordinance/37_08s01_case.pdf

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 2 to the Activity Centre Zone (ACZ2):

‘Fountain Gate-Narre Warren CBD Framework Plan’

The Fountain Gate-Narre Warren CBD Framework Plan can be viewed here: https://planning-schemes.delwp.vic.gov.au/schemes/casey/ordinance/37_08s02_case.pdf

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO)

The purpose of the ESO is to identify areas where the development of the land may be affected by environmental constraints.

A permit is required to:

Construct a building or construct or carry out works. This does not apply if a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit is not required.
Construct a fence if specified in a schedule to this overlay.
Construct bicycle pathways and trails.
Subdivide land. This does not apply if a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit is not required.
Remove, destroy or lop any vegetation, including dead vegetation. This does not apply:
- If a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit is not required.
- If the table to Clause 42.01-3 specifically states that a permit is not required.
- To the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation in accordance with a native vegetation precinct plan specified in the schedule to Clause 52.16

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is recommended you engage an arborist to discuss your proposal if your site is within this overlay.

Schedule 1 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO1):

‘Coastal Environs’

A permit is not required to remove, destroy or lop:

exotic vegetation;
the following environmental weed species: Coast Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Sophorae), Sweet Pittosporum (Pittosporum undulatum) and Sallow Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Longifolia).

Schedule 2 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO2):

‘Cranbourne Gardens’

A permit is not required to remove, destroy or lop:

vegetation associated with the maintenance of the Cranbourne Gardens;
vegetation specifically grown and harvested for domestic or agricultural purposes;
the following environmental weed species: Sweet Pittosporum (Pittosporum undulatum), Sallow Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Longifolia) and Coast Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Sophorae).

Schedule 3 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO3):

‘Cranbourne Gardens, Cranbourne’

A permit is not required to remove, destroy or lop:

exotic vegetation;
the following environmental weed species: Sweet Pittosporum (Pittosporum undulatum), Sallow Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Longifolia) and Coast Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Sophorae).

Schedule 4 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO4):

‘Cranbourne South Conservation Area’

A permit is not required to remove, destroy or lop:

exotic vegetation;
the following environmental weed species: Sweet Pittosporum (Pittosporum undulatum), Sallow Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Longifolia) and Coast Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Sophorae).

A permit is not required for buildings more than 20 metres from any boundary of the land or the bank of any creek or watercourse.

Schedule 5 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO5):

‘Cranbourne Gardens Environs (Settlers Run and Botanic Ridge Estates)’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Please ensure you have a copy of either your Section 32 or ALL title documentation for your subject site to discuss with a Planner.

Schedule 6 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO6):

‘Urban Conservation Area’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 7 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO7):

‘Significant River Red Gums in Casey’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Schedule 8 to the Environmental Significance Overlay (ESO8):

‘Significant Exotic and Native Trees in Casey’

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO)

The purpose of the VPO is to protect areas of significant vegetation, ensure development minimises loss of vegetation and preserve existing trees and other vegetation.

A permit is required to remove, destroy or lop any vegetation specified in a schedule to this overlay.

This does not apply:

If the table to Clause 42.02-3 specifically states that a permit is not required.
To the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation in accordance with a native vegetation precinct plan specified in the schedule to Clause 52.16.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is recommended you engage an arborist to discuss your proposal if your site is within this overlay.

Schedule 1 to the Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO1):

‘Brookland Green – Native Vegetation’

A permit is required to remove, destroy or lop any native vegetation. This does not apply to the following environmental weed species: Sweet Pittosporum (Pittosporum undulatum), Sallow Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Longifolia) and Coast Wattle (Acacia longifolia subsp. Sophorae).

Schedule 2 to the Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO2):

‘Cardinia Creek Parklands Environs’

Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO)

The purpose of the SLO is to identify significant landscapes, whilst conserving and enhancing the character of significant landscapes.

A permit is required to:

Construct a building or construct or carry out works. This does not apply:
- If a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit is not required.
- To the conduct of agricultural activities including ploughing and fencing (but not the construction of dams) unless a specific requirement for that activity is specified in a schedule to this overlay.
Construct a fence if specified in the schedule to this overlay.
Remove, destroy or lop any vegetation specified in a schedule to this overlay. This does not apply:
- If the table to Clause 42.03-3 specifically states that a permit is not required.
- To the removal, destruction or lopping of native vegetation in accordance with a native vegetation precinct plan specified in the schedule to Clause 52.16.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is recommended you engage an arborist to discuss your proposal if your site is within this overlay.

Schedule 1 to the Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO1):

‘Casey Foothills’

Specific Application Requirements (more details within the schedule):

A comprehensive site analysis plan.
A professionally prepared landscape and management plan.
Development envelopes based on site analysis findings.

Schedule 2 to the Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO2):

‘Western Port Coast’

Specific Application Requirements (more details within the schedule):

Proposed external colours, materials and finishes.
Any vegetation to be removed.
Any earthworks to be carried out.
Any existing buildings and works.

Schedule 4 to the Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO4):

‘Berwick Township and Environs’

A permit is required to:

Remove, destroy or lop any tree if the trunk circumference is greater than 0.5m, or the trunk diameter is greater than 16cm, at one metre above ground level. This does not apply to the pruning of a tree for regeneration or ornamental shaping or the removal of dead trees or dead limbs or the partial removal of limbs and branches directly overhanging dwellings, garages and outbuildings.
Construct a front fence.

A permit is not required to construct a building or construct or carry out works which are more than 5 metres from the drip line of any tree, or which are within 5 metres of the drip line of any tree with a trunk circumference that is less than 0.5m at one metre above ground level.

Heritage Overlay (HO)

The purpose of the HO is to conserve and enhance heritage places of natural or cultural significance, this includes elements that contribute to the significance of heritage places.

There are a range of permit triggers, please contact the Planning Department directly to discuss.

A list of Heritage Places within the City of Casey can be viewed at https://planning-schemes.delwp.vic.gov.au/schemes/casey/ordinance/43_01s_case.pdf.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is recommended if you are dealing with a property which is covered by the HO that you talk to a private Heritage Consultant and Council’s Heritage Planner (on 9705 5200) prior to lodging your planning application to discuss your proposal.

Design and Development Overlay (DDO)

The purpose of the DDO is to identify areas that are affected by specific requirements in relation to the design and built form of new developments.

A permit is required to:

Construct a building or construct or carry out works. This does not apply:
- If a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit is not required.
- To the construction of an outdoor swimming pool associated with a dwelling unless a specific requirement for this matter is specified in a schedule to this overlay.
Construct a fence if specified in a schedule to this overlay.
Buildings and works must be constructed in accordance with any requirements in a schedule to this overlay. A schedule may include requirements relating to:
- Building setbacks.
- Building height.
- Plot ratio.
- Landscaping.
- Any other requirements relating to the design or built form of new development.

A permit may be granted to construct a building or construct or carry out works which are not in accordance with any requirement in a schedule to this overlay, unless the schedule specifies otherwise.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Schedule 1 to the Design and Development Overlay (DDO1):

‘7-9 & 11 Fullard Road, Narre Warren’

Building Design and Site Layout:

Buildings must be setback from Fullard Road and Centre Road to provide for appropriate landscaping.
Buildings must be setback from the Hallam Valley Floodplain to allow for the development of an appropriate landscape buffer.
Buildings that front the Hallam Valley Floodplain should be designed with high quality building facades that complement the open landscape of the area.
Building facades must be broken into smaller vertical sections using variations in wall articulation, window sizes, blank wall areas, materials, colours and textures.
Building services and loading areas are to be visually screened from the public realm, including the Hallam Valley Floodplain.
Front fencing must be integrated with the design of the building and/or screened with landscaping.
Any fencing or walls erected for security purposes that front the Hallam Valley Floodplain must not have a negative visual impact on the landscape values of the area.

Carparking and Access:

A maximum of one vehicle crossover will be allowed onto the site from Fullard Road.

Schedule 2 to the Design and Development Overlay (DDO2):

‘Pound – Shrives Roads, Hampton Park Residential Area’

No Permit Required

A permit is not required to construct a building or construct or carry out works for any of the following uses provided that it is set back at least 10 metres from the road frontage, which includes provision for a 6-metre-wide tree reserve across the property frontage:

A single dwelling.
Alterations or additions to an existing dwelling.
A dependent person’s unit.

A permit is not required to construct a fence.

Permit Required

An application to construct a building or construct or carry out works should meet the following requirements:

Buildings that front Pound Road or Shrives Road should be set back at least 10 metres, which includes provision for a 6-metre-wide tree reserve across the property frontage.
Any multi-dwelling development on lots with dual frontage to Pound and Shrives Roads, must restrict vehicular access to Shrives Road only.

A Permit is required to subdivide land and the subdivision of land that fronts Pound Road or Shrives Road must provide for a 6-metre-wide tree reserve.

Incorporated Plan Overlay (IPO)

The purpose of the IPO is to identify areas which require the form and conditions of future use and development to be shown on an incorporated plan before a permit can be granted to use or develop the land. A planning scheme amendment before the incorporated plan can be changed.

A permit must not be granted to use or subdivide land, construct a building or construct or carry out works until an incorporated plan has been incorporated into this scheme.

This does not apply if a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit may be granted before an incorporated plan has been incorporated into this scheme.

A permit granted must:

Be generally in accordance with the incorporated plan, unless a schedule to this overlay specifies otherwise.
Include any conditions or requirements specified in a schedule to this overlay.

Preparation of the Incorporated Plan:

The incorporated plan may consist of plans or other documents and may, with the agreement of the planning authority, be prepared and implemented in stages.

An incorporated plan that provides for residential subdivision in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone, General Residential Zone, Residential Growth Zone, Mixed Use Zone, Township Zone, Comprehensive Development Zone and Priority Development Zone must meet the requirements of Clause 56 as specified in the zone.

The incorporated plan must describe:

The land to which the plan applies.
The proposed use and development of each part of the land.
Any other requirements specified for the plan in a schedule to this overlay.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Schedule 2 to the Incorporated Plan Overlay (IPO2):

‘Cardinia Creek South Precinct Structure Plan’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/cardinia-creek-south/

Schedule 3 to the Incorporated Plan Overlay (IPO3):

‘Minta Farm Precinct Structure Plan’

The PSP can be viewed here: https://vpa.vic.gov.au/project/minta-farm/

Development Plan Overlay (DPO)

The purpose of the DPO is to identify areas which require the form and conditions of future use and development to be shown on a development plan before a permit can be granted to use or develop the land.

A permit must not be granted to use or subdivide land, construct a building or construct or carry out works until a development plan has been prepared to the satisfaction of the responsible authority.

This does not apply if a schedule to this overlay specifically states that a permit may be granted before a development plan has been prepared to the satisfaction of the responsible authority.

A permit granted must:

Be generally in accordance with the development plan.
Include any conditions or requirements specified in a schedule to this overlay.

Preparation of the Development Plan:

The development plan may consist of plans or other documents and may, with the agreement of the Responsible Authority, be prepared and implemented in stages.

A development plan that provides for residential subdivision in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone, General Residential Zone, Residential Growth Zone, Mixed Use Zone, Township Zone, Comprehensive Development Zone and Priority Development Zone must meet the requirements of Clause 56 as specified in the zone.

The development plan must describe:

The land to which the plan applies.
The proposed use and development of each part of the land.
Any other requirements specified for the plan in a schedule to this overlay.

The development plan may be amended to the satisfaction of the Responsible Authority.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Schedule 1 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO1):

‘Residential Areas’

Schedule 2 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO2):

‘Intermediate Density Residential Areas’

The following requirements should be met before a permit may be granted:

A lot size for the subdivision that appropriately reflects the low density residential character envisaged in the development plan; or
A minimum lot size of 2,000 square metres for all residential lots.

Schedule 3 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO3):

‘Botanic Ridge Area – Browns Road, Cranbourne South’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 4 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO4):

‘Cardinia Strategy Plan Area’

The following requirements should be met before a permit can be granted to subdivide land, to create an additional lot:

A lot size for the subdivision that appropriately reflects the low density residential character envisaged in the development plan; or
An average lot size of 1.2 hectares for all residential lots for land north of Grasmere Creek; and an average lot size of 0.7 hectares for all residential lots for land south of Grasmere Creek.
All residential lots must be provided with reticulated sewerage, unless the land owner enters into a Section 173 Agreement under the Planning and Environment Act 1987 with the authority responsible for effluent disposal in the area, which agreement ensures that any costs of extending and connecting the reticulated sewer to allotments are borne by the owner, should any septic tank system on these allotments prove to be inadequate.

Schedule 5 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO5):

‘Narre Warren North Strategy Plan Area’

The following requirement should be met before a permit can be granted:

A lot size for the subdivision that appropriately reflects the low density residential character envisaged in the development plan; or, a minimum lot size of 1,000 square metres for all residential lots for land in the Township Zone.

Schedule 8 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO8):

‘Commercial Areas’

Schedule 10 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO10):

‘Lysterfield South’

The following requirements should be met before a permit can be granted:

A lot size for the subdivision that appropriately reflects the low density residential character envisaged in the development plan; or,
A minimum lot size of 2,000 square metres for all residential lots that do not abut Hallam North Road and Lysterfield Park; and
A minimum lot size of 4,000 square metres for all residential lots abutting Hallam North Road and Lysterfield Park.
An application for subdivision of land be referred to the Department of Natural Resources and Environment for comment.

Schedule 11 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO11):

‘Golf Links Road Residential Area’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 12 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO12):

‘Former Amstel Golf Course’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 13 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO13):

‘Freeway Sports Centre’

Schedule 14 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO14):

‘Cranbourne North Development Plan Area’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 15 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO15):

‘Residential Redevelopment Areas’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 16 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO16):

‘Heatherton Road Mixed Use Precinct’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 17 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO17):

‘Commercial Development – 55 Kangan Drive, Berwick’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 18 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO18):

‘Pound Road/Shrives Road, Hampton Park Residential Area’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 19 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO19):

‘Cranbourne North Service Business Precinct’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 20 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO20):

‘Surplus Education Land’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 21 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO21):

‘Former Doveton Secondary College’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Schedule 22 to the Development Plan Overlay (DPO22):

‘Collison Estate’

This is a complex DPO, it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO)

This overlay identifies land in a flood storage or flood fringe area affected by the 1 in 100 year flood or any other area determined by the floodplain management authority (Melbourne Water).

The Land Subject to Inundation Overlay ensures that development maintains the free passage and temporary storage of floodwaters, minimises flood damage, is compatible with the flood hazard and local drainage conditions and will not cause any significant rise in flood level or flow velocity. The Special Building Overlay also protects water quality in accordance with the provisions of relevant State Environment Protection Policies.

This overlay is commonly known as a "flood" overlay, and generally requires referral to the relevant floodplain management authority for comment (Melbourne Water). If your site is affected by a Land Subject to Inundation Overlay, a Planning Permit is required to carry out the following works, irrespective of the size of your land:

Construct a building or to construct or carry out works;
A fence;
A domestic swimming pool or spa and associated mechanical and safety equipment if associated with one dwelling (house) on a lot;
A Rainwater tank with a capacity of not more than 4500 litres;
A pergola or verandah, including an open-sided pergola or verandah to a dwelling with a finished floor level not more than 800mm above ground level and a maximum building height of 3 metres above ground level; or
A deck including a deck to a dwelling with a finished floor level not more than 800mm above ground level.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is encouraged you contact Melbourne Water on 131 722 regarding your proposal prior to lodging with Council.

Special Building Overlay

These overlays identify land in urban areas liable to inundation by overland flows from the underground drainage system.

The Special Building Overlay ensures that development maintains the free passage and temporary storage of floodwaters, minimises flood damage, is compatible with the flood hazard and local drainage conditions and will not cause any significant rise in flood level or flow velocity. The Special Building Overlay also protects water quality in accordance with the provisions of relevant State Environment Protection Policies.

This overlay is commonly known as a "flood" overlay, and generally requires referral to the relevant floodplain management authority for comment. If your site is affected by a Special Building Overlay, a Planning Permit is required to carry out the following works, irrespective of the size of your land:

Construct a building or to construct or carry out works;
A fence;
A domestic swimming pool or spa and associated mechanical and safety equipment if associated with one dwelling (house) on a lot;
A Rainwater tank with a capacity of not more than 4500 litres;
A pergola or verandah, including an open-sided pergola or verandah to a dwelling with a finished floor level not more than 800mm above ground level and a maximum building height of 3 metres above ground level; or
A deck including a deck to a dwelling with a finished floor level not more than 800mm above ground level.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is encouraged you contact Melbourne Water on 131 722 regarding your proposal prior to lodging with Council.

Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO)

The purpose of the BMO is to ensure that the development of land prioritises the protection of human life and strengthens community resilience to bushfire. The BMO ensures development is only permitted where the risk to life and property from bushfire can be reduced to an acceptable level.

If your site is in the BMO it is encouraged that you call the Planning Department to discuss you proposal.

Application Requirements:

Unless a schedule to this overlay specifies different requirements, an application must be accompanied by:

A bushfire hazard site assessment including a plan that describes the bushfire hazard within 150 metres of the proposed development. The description of the hazard must be prepared in accordance with Sections 2.2.3 to 2.2.5 of AS3959:2009 Construction of buildings in bushfire prone areas (Standards Australia) excluding paragraph (a) of section 2.2.3.2. Photographs or other techniques may be used to assist in describing the bushfire hazard.
A bushfire hazard landscape assessment including a plan that describes the bushfire hazard of the general locality more than 150 metres from the site. Photographs or other techniques may be used to assist in describing the bushfire hazard. This requirement does not apply to a dwelling that includes all of the approved measures specified in Clause 53.02-3.
A bushfire management statement describing how the proposed development responds to the requirements in this clause and Clause 53.02. If the application proposes an alternative measure, the bushfire management statement must explain how the alternative measure meets the relevant objective.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Helpful Tip

It is encouraged you contact the CFA on 9767 1800 regarding your proposal prior to lodging with Council.

Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO)

The purpose of the PAO is to identify land which is proposed to be acquired by a Minister, public authority or municipal council.

A permit is required to:

Use land for any Section 1 or Section 2 use in the zone.
Construct a building or construct or carry out works, including:
- A domestic swimming pool or spa and associated mechanical and safety equipment if associated with one dwelling on a lot.
- A pergola or verandah, including an open-sided pergola or verandah to a dwelling with a finished floor level not more than 800mm above ground level and a maximum building height of 3 metres above ground level.
- A deck, including a deck to a dwelling with a finished floor level not more than 800mm above ground level.
Damage, demolish or remove a building or works.
Damage, remove, destroy or lop any vegetation. This does not apply:
- If the vegetation has been planted for pasture, timber production or any other crop.
- To any action which is necessary to keep the whole or any part of a tree clear of an electric line provided the action is carried out in accordance with a code of practice prepared under Section 86 of the Electricity Safety Act 1998.
- If the vegetation presents an immediate risk of personal injury or damage to property.
Subdivide land.

This does not apply:

To the acquiring authority for the land if the land has been acquired and any of the above matters for which a permit is required is consistent with the purpose for which the land was acquired.
To an authority or a municipal council if the responsible authority, after consulting with the acquiring authority for the land, is satisfied that any of the above matters for which a permit is required is consistent with the purpose for which the land is to be acquired.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Environmental Audit Overlay (EAO)

The purpose of the EAO is to ensure potentially contaminated land is suitable for a use which could be significantly adversely affected by any contamination.

Before a sensitive use (residential use, child care centre, pre-school centre or primary school) commences or before the construction or carrying out of buildings and works in association with a sensitive use commences, either:

A certificate of environmental audit must be issued for the land in accordance with Part IXD of the Environment Protection Act 1970, or
An environmental auditor appointed under the Environment Protection Act 1970 must make a statement in accordance with Part IXD of that Act that the environmental conditions of the land are suitable for the sensitive use.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Road Closure Overlay (RXO)

The purpose of the RXO is to identify a road that is closed by any amendment to the Planning Scheme.

A road included in this overlay is closed on the date notice of approval of the amendment is published in the Government Gazette.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Development Contribution Plan Overlay (DCPO)

The purposed of the DCPO is to identify areas which require the preparation of a DCP for the purpose of levying contributions for the provision of works, services and facilities before development can commence.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

There are numerous schedules to the DCPO, which can be found below:

Parking Overlay (PO)

The purpose of the PO is to facilitate appropriate provision of car parking spaces in an area.

A schedule to this overlay may specify that:

The exemption from the requirement for a permit in Clause 52.06-3 does not apply. If the exemption does not apply, a permit is required for any of the matters set out in Clause 52.06-3.
A permit must not be granted to reduce (including reduce to zero) the number of car parking spaces required under Clause 52.06-5 or this overlay.
A permit must not be granted to provide some or all of the car parking spaces required under Clause 52.06-5 or this overlay on another site.
A permit must not be granted to provide more than the maximum parking provision specified in a schedule to this overlay.
A permit is not required under Clause 52.06-3.

The PO is quite complex, and it is encouraged you contact the Planning Department to discuss your subject site.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Infrastructure Contributions Overlay (ICO)

The purpose of the ICO is to identify the area where an ICP applies for the purpose of imposing contributions for the provision of infrastructure.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

Specific Controls Overlay (SCO)

To apply specific controls designed to achieve a particular land use and development outcome in extraordinary circumstances.

Please check your Copy of Title for any restrictions, Section 173 Agreements or Building Envelopes that may affect the subject site and could impact or prohibit your proposal.

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