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Low Density Residential Zone

The purpose of the Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ) is:

To provide for low-density residential development on lots which, in the absence of reticulated sewerage, can 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Mixed Use Zone

The purpose of the Mixed Use Zone (MUZ) is:

To provide for a range of residential, commercial, industrial and other uses which complement the mixed-use function of the locality. Housing may be provided at higher densities, and 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Township Zone

The purpose of the Township Zone (TZ) is:

To provide for residential development and a range of commercial, industrial and other uses in small towns. Developments which are respectful of the neighbourhood character are encouraged. Educational, recreational, religious, community and a limited range of other non-residential uses which serve local community needs are allowed in appropriate locations.

A 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Residential Growth Zone

The purpose of the Residential Growth Zone (RGZ) is:

To provide housing at increased densities in buildings (up to and including four storey buildings) and encourage a diversity of housing types in locations offering good access to services and transport including activity centres and town centres. Development scale is encouraged to transition between areas of more intensive use and 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

General Residential Zone

The purpose of the General Residential Zone (GRZ) is:

To provide a diversity of housing types and moderate housing growth in locations offering good access to services and transport. Developments which are respectful of the neighbourhood character are encouraged. 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Industrial 1 Zone

The purpose of the Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z) is:

To provide for 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Industrial 3 Zone

The purpose of the Industrial 3 Zone (IN3Z) is:

To provide for industries and associated uses in specific areas where special consideration of the nature and impacts of industrial uses is required to avoid inter-industry conflict and provide a buffer between industrial land use and local communities. Limited retail opportunities including convenience shops, small scale supermarkets and associated shops are allowed in appropriate locations.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Commercial 1 Zone

The purpose of the Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z) is:

To create vibrant mixed use commercial centres for retail, office, business, entertainment and community uses, and to provide for residential uses at densities complementary to the role and 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Commercial 2 Zone

The purpose of the Commercial 2 Zone (C2Z) is:

To encourage commercial areas for offices, appropriate manufacturing and industries, bulky goods retailing, other retail uses, and associated business and commercial services, and to ensure 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Rural Living Zone

The purpose of the Rural Living Zone (RLZ) is:

To protect and enhance the natural resources, biodiversity and landscape and heritage values of the area. Use and development of land is encouraged to be based on comprehensive and sustainable land management practices and infrastructure provision, providing for both residential and agricultural land uses.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Green Wedge Zone

The purpose of the Green Wedge Zone (GWZ) is:

To protect and conserve green wedge land for its agricultural, environmental, historic, landscape, recreational and tourism opportunities, including the cultural heritage significance, open rural character, scenic non-urban landscapes and biodiversity. Land uses, including agricultural land use, that is consistent with sustainable land management practices are encouraged.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Green Wedge A Zone

The purpose of the Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ) is:

To protect and conserve green wedge land for its agricultural, environmental, historic, landscape, recreational and tourism opportunities, including the cultural heritage significance, open rural character, scenic non-urban landscapes and biodiversity. Land uses, including agricultural land use, that is consistent with sustainable land management practices are encouraged. The amenity of existing rural living areas is protected.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Rural Conservation Zone

The purpose of the Rural Conservation Zone (RCZ) is:

To protect and enhance the natural environment and natural processes for their historic, archaeological and scientific interest, landscape, faunal habitat and cultural values, including the cultural significance, open rural character, scenic non-urban landscapes and biodiversity. Land uses, including agricultural land use, that is consistent with sustainable land management practices, and which considers the conservation values and environmental sensitivity of the locality, are encouraged.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Farming Zone

The purpose of the Farming Zone (FZ) is:

To provide for the use of land for agriculture. The retention of productive agricultural land and appropriate use and development based on sustainable land management practices and infrastructure provision is encouraged. Non-residential uses (including dwellings) should not adversely affect the use of land for agriculture.

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).

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Public Use Zone

The purpose of the Public Use Zone (PUZ) is:

To recognise public land use for public utility and community services and facilities, and to provide for associated uses that are consistent with the intent of the public land reservation or purpose.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Public Park and Recreation Zone

The purpose of the Public Park and Recreation Zone (PPRZ) is:

To recognise areas for public recreation and open space, protect and conserve areas of significance where appropriate, and to provide for 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Public Conservation and Resource Zone

The purpose of the Public Conservation and Resource Zone (PCRZ) is:

To protect and conserve the natural environment and natural processes for their historic, scientific, landscape, habitat or cultural values. To provide facilities which assist in public education and interpretation of the natural environment with minimal degradation of the natural environment or natural processes, and for 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Road Zone

The purpose of the Road Zone (RDZ1 & RDZ2) is:

To identify significant existing roads and 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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Special Use Zone

The purpose of the Special Use Zone (SUZ) is:

To recognise or provide for the use and development of land for specific purposes as identified in a schedule in this zone.

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).

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

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Comprehensive Development Zone

The purpose of the Comprehensive Development Zone (CDZ) is:

To provide for a range of uses and the development of land in accordance with a comprehensive development plan incorporated in this 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).

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

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Urban Floodway Zone

The purpose of the Urban Floodway Zone (UFZ) is:

To identify waterways, major floodpaths, drainage depressions and high hazard areas within urban areas which have the greatest risk and frequency of being affected by flooding. To ensure that any development maintains the free passage and temporary storage of floodwater, minimises flood damage and is compatible with flood hazard, local drainage conditions and the minimisation of soil erosion, sedimentation and silting.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Priority Development Zone

The purpose of the Priority Development Zone (PDZ) is:

To recognise or provide for the use and development of land for projects and areas of regional or State significance, and to provide for a range of uses and the development of land in accordance with a plan incorporated in this 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 (refer to the relevant Zoning Schedules).

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

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Urban Growth Zone

The purpose of the Urban Growth Zone (UGZ) is:

To manage the transition of non-urban land into urban land in accordance with a precinct structure plan, providing for a range of uses and the development of land. Urban use and development is confined to areas identified for urban development in a precinct structure plan.

To ensure that, before a precinct structure plan is applied, the use and development of land does not prejudice the future urban use and development of the land, and to provide for the continued non-urban use of the land until urban development occurs.

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Activity Centre Zone

The purpose of the Activity Centre Zone (ACZ) is:

To encourage a mixture of uses and the intensive development of the activity centre as both a focus for business, shopping, working, housing, leisure, transport and community facilities, and to support sustainable urban outcomes that maximise the use of infrastructure and public transport. A diversity of housing is delivered at higher densities to make optimum use of the facilities and services. To create through good urban design an attractive, pleasant, walkable, safe and stimulating environment. A planning permit may be required for the following:

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.

Please note - if your site is affected by any Planning Overlays, additional restrictions may apply in accordance with the requirements of the relevant Overlay Control.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

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.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

Land Subject to Inundation Overlay

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.

If you require any further information, please don't 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.

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