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We are committed to building a better Manningham that works for all. Find information that will help you with your works – no matter how big or small your renovation or building project.
We are committed to building a better Manningham that works for all. Find information that will help you with your works – no matter how big or small your renovation or building project.
Everything you need for your building, planning, construction and renovation projects.
View all planning applications on our planning applications portal. You can view details of lodged applications such as the location of proposed land development or use and the outcome of any assessment of an application.
View the available options to learn more about your property rates and valuations.
Take a look at the capital works programs we are currently undertaking.
Get guidance on popular topics like removing trees or building fences to understand land-use, planning, building and infrastructure needs. You can also find links to important mapping and planning resources.
New to property and development?
Get familiar with the general permit process with our when do you need a permit guide.
Find out how to remove a tree or report issues with a tree on public land.
See what's required when building or replacing a fence.
Understand what's needed when you have a pool or spa.
Find out about connecting to sewer and installing, removing or decommissioning a new septic tank.
Get advice and find heritage listed properties in Manningham.
These guides below may help you with planning your development:
View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a sustainable property.
View a range of links to advice and resources on things that will assist you in building a safe property.
View resources to help you prepare your property for various types of emergencies like bushfires, floods and storms.
Below we have collated some of our popular applications.
A one-day practical seminar visiting sites around Warrandyte that have had their local native vegetation restored using a range of techniques.
Join your land restoration guides, Alan Noy and Glenn Jameson on the land and for a short summary session in the study room.
They will take you on a local journey observing and discussing practical aspects of revegetation design, local vegetation patterns, choosing plants, maintenance, and long-term management of natural vegetation.
Visit sites where our community is attempting to reconcile the loss of biodiversity and learn how we can be part of that reconciliation process through the revegetation of the land.
Whether you need official property information to support permit applications or for buying and selling properties - below are links to some of our most common requests:
View what types of building plans you can request a copy of and find out how to do it.
Find out how to request the types of Regulation 51 statements for buying, selling or preparing a building permit.
You may request a certificate of ownership for multiple needs. You may also use this link to find out who owns your neighbouring property for fencing purposes.
Get written advice about whether or not your proposed building, works or land use needs a permit.
Can't find what you're looking for?
Before embarking on building, renovating, tree removal/lopping or any other works, it is important to ascertain whether you require a permit.
Planning permits and building permits serve different purposes.
A planning permit is required to ensure that your project complies with the relevant zoning and overlay controls applicable to your property and to ensure that your project considers its impact on the surrounding area with respect to character, built form and materials, surrounding neighbours, traffic, environmental impacts and community need.
A building permit focuses on the technical aspects of construction and safety ensuring that your project complies with the relevant building codes and regulations.
Links to the relevant controls are:
Here are some common projects that need approval - contact us even if your project is not listed here:
New to building or renovation?
For advice on all things renovation and construction, visit the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).
Every dream project is different with its own needs and challenges. Here are the steps to give you a rough guide on the process, timeframes and costs when starting any project.
You can also view:
If you don't need a planning permit you can proceed straight to building permit
After you apply you can also
We do not issue building permits so you will need to contact a building surveyor to organise a building permit.
You will need the permit to ensure what you're hoping to construct or change is done right and to building code standards.
You may need permits for connecting to infrastructure, protection of public assets and more. Often you will find out which permits you need throughout the process, so it is always best to discuss your plans with us or industry professionals.
Some common permits include:
Hoping to build sustainably?
We've created a list of resources to help you build a sustainable, energy-efficient home or commercial building.
View resources
The role of Council policies is to clearly state our position on a range of matters affecting the community. These policies assist us in our decision making and provide guidance to Council officers.
Our commitment to building a culture of child safety recognises that Manningham Council will prioritise the safety of children in our care and will build child safety into everyday practice.
Find out more about Manningham’s procurement policy. We’re always looking for suppliers who practice fairness and are technologically innovative.
Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering this two-part evening workshop on keeping horses and land healthy and happy.
The Equiculture program is loved by horse owners throughout Australia (and beyond!) as an evidence-based approach to keeping horses and land healthy.
Topics covered:
Please note: this is a consecutive two-part program, not the same program on both days. Participants must attend both evening sessions.
There is also a full-day workshop in Hurstbridge if you are unable to attend the two-part evening workshop.
Stuart Myers of Equiculture is delivering this full-day workshop on keeping horses and land healthy and happy.
The Equiculture program is loved by horse owners throughout Australia (and beyond!) as an evidence-based approach to keeping horses and land healthy.
Topics covered:
There is also a two-part evening workshop in Yarra Glen if you are unable to attend the full-day workshop.
Property owners must ensure that their land is well-kept.
Where visible from a public space, properties with excessive rubbish or disused excavation materials may be classified as unsightly and the owner may be required to clean up their property.
You can make a report online, in person or over the phone.
There are many things to think about when building and creating great spaces. Below is a little directory to guide you to some helpful official resources.
If you're looking for help in getting permits, start with our when do you need a permit guide.
We are committed to recognising, valuing and protecting the natural environment and ecological processes that life depends on. We support and encourage using Environmentally Sustainable Development (ESD) principles for land use planning and development, design and construction.
We encourage you to consider ESD principles in the early stages of your development proposal.
The Manningham Planning Scheme requires medium and large scale developments to meet specific ESD objectives and standards.
Clause 22.12 - Environmentally Sustainable Development defines the requirements for medium and large residential and non-residential developments.
The following tables also outline the ESD application requirements.
The fact sheets and links below provide further information about the application requirements.
Type of development | Application requirements | Example tools |
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Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) | |
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Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Green Travel Plan (GTP) |
Type of development | Application requirements | Example tools |
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Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) |
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Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) Green Travel Plan (GTP) |
If you don't know which category your development fits into, please refer to the following resources:
If you are still unsure, please contact us.
Planning permit applications for medium or large developments, as defined in Clause 22.12 - Environmentally Sustainable Development, must include information on how the proposal meets the ESD objectives.
You will need to consider each of the 10 Key Sustainable Building Categories when preparing your application. More information about these categories can be found below.
Depending on the scale of your project, you may need to engage an ESD consultant or qualified sustainability professional. They can help you meet the ESD requirements and prepare the necessary documentation.
We have a series of fact sheets to assist you in meeting the requirements of Clause 22.12. The fact sheets cover each of the 10 Key Sustainable Building Categories.
They provide an outline of:
An introductory fact sheet that explains what sustainable design is, how it is incorporated into a planning application and what information must be provided as part of a planning permit application. It includes various links to other resources that may be helpful.
Find out how informed building design, product and material choices can be used to improve indoor environment qualities.
Find out how you can optimise daylight performance, increase occupant comfort and reduce energy demand.
Find out how to design a building to provide fresh air and passive cooling to increase occupant comfort.
Find out how to incorporate energy efficient design and specification principles into your building.
Find out about different types of sun shading and which are best suited to each orientation of a building.
Find out why early consideration of the building envelope is so important and how it can influence a building’s architectural appearance, environmental performance and occupancy amenity.
Find out about zero carbon and how to develop buildings with no net carbon emissions.
Find out how to use water more efficiently and substitute potable water with recycled water sources such as rainwater.
Find out about stormwater management practices that will minimise your impact on the environment.
Find out how you can use permeable design solutions to help prevent stormwater run-off and protect the water quality of Melbourne’s rivers, creeks and Port Phillip Bay.
Find out which building materials you can select to minimise environmental impacts.
Find out how you can reduce reliance on cars by incorporating alternative forms of transport into your building design.
Find out about the predicted uptake of electric vehicles and how electric vehicle infrastructure should be incorporated into your building design.
Find out how simple design solutions can reduce construction waste and ensure that operational waste streams are separated.
Find out how you can improve our urban ecosystem by including vegetation in landscaping for new and existing developments.
Find out how green roofs, walls, and facades can be designed to cool a building, help reduce stormwater run-off, increase biodiversity and provide greenery to improve wellbeing.
Explore innovative design solutions for both residential and commercial buildings.
Find out about Melbourne’s climate, its impact on the design and construction of residential and commercial buildings, and how you can use this to your advantage.
Find out about best practice Construction and Building Management to minimise a buildings impact on the environment.
The ESD tools fact sheet explains what ESD tools are, why you should use them and which tool to use for SDAPP.
The following list provides links to the ESD tools described in the fact sheet above.
The On-site Stormwater Detention (OSD) guidelines help developers and engineering consultants meet the technical requirements for engineering plans.
All stormwater management features must adhere to these guidelines. This includes:
Contact us if you need help.
Below is a list of many permits or services we provide when you are building, renovating or developing land along with their respective minimum fees.
All prices correct as of 1 July 2024. This is subject to change.
If you are not exactly sure what you need then visit when do you need a permit or contact us to learn about how it works and what you can and cannot do. The list below is best suited for those who access these services regularly.
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 1 |
$1,453.40 |
Use and Develop Land for a Single Dwelling or Undertake Development Ancillary to the Use of Land for a Single Dwelling
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 2 |
$220.50 |
Class 3 |
$694.00 |
Class 4 |
$1,420.70 |
Class 5 |
$1,535.00 |
Class 6 |
$1,649.30 |
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 7 |
$220.50 |
Class 8 |
$473.60 |
Class 9 |
$220.50 |
Class 10 (Other than a class 7, class 8 or class 9 permit) |
$220.50 |
Any other development
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 11 |
$1,265.60 |
Class 12 |
$1,706.50 |
Class 13 |
$3,764.10 |
Class 14 |
$9,593.90 |
Class 15 |
$28,291.70 |
Class 16 |
$63,589.00 |
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 10 |
$220.50 |
2 or more trees |
$611.80 |
Subdivision, boundary realignment, restrictions, easements and right of way
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 17 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart) permit) |
$1,453.40 |
Class 18 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart) permit or class 17 permit) |
$1,453.40 |
Class 19 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart) permit) |
$1,453.40 |
Class 20 (other than a class 9 (Vic Smart), class 17, class 18 or class 19 permit) |
$1,453.40 per 100 lots created |
Class 21
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$1,453.40 |
Other permit types
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 22 |
$1,453.40 |
Combined permit applications For combined permit applications, multiple fees are applicable and are calculated using the highest fee then 50 per cent of each of the other fees which would have applied if separate applications were made. |
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Amending an application after notice is given – Section 57A Regulation 12
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Amending the use, permit preamble or conditions of an existing permit
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 1 |
$1,453.40 |
Class 2 (other than a permit to develop land for a single dwelling per lot or to use and develop land for a single dwelling per lot or to undertake development ancillary to the use of land for a single dwelling per lot) |
$1,453.40 |
Amending a permit for the use and develop land for a single dwelling or undertake development ancillary to the use of land for a single dwelling
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 3 |
$220.50 |
Class 4 |
$694.00 |
Class 5 |
$1,420.70 |
Class 6 |
$1,535.00 |
Amending a VicSmart application
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 7 |
$220.50 |
Class 8 |
$473.60 |
Class 9 |
$220.50 |
Class 10 |
$220.50 |
Amending any other development
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 11 |
$1,265.60 |
Class 12 |
$1,706.50 |
Class 13 |
$3,764.10 |
Amending a permit to remove, destroy or lop trees
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 10 |
$220.50 |
2 or more trees |
$611.80 |
Amending a subdivision, boundary realignment, restrictions, easements and right of way
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 14 (other than a Vic Smart permit) |
$1,453.40 |
Class 15 (other than a Vic Smart permit or a class 14 amendment) |
$1,453.40 |
Class 16 (other than a Vic Smart permit) |
$1,453.40 |
Class 17 (other than a Vic Smart permit or class 14, 15.16 amendment) |
$1,453.40per 100 lots created |
Class 18 To:
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$1,453.40 |
Amending other permit types
Permit type | Cost |
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Class 19 |
$1,453.40 |
Amending an application after notice is given – Section 57A Regulation 12
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Fees in accordance with the subdivision (fees) Regulations 2016
Service type | Cost |
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6 |
$192.70 |
7 |
$122.50 |
8 |
$155.10 |
9 |
0.75 per cent of the estimated cost of construction of the works proposed in the engineering plan (maximum fee) |
10 |
3.5 per cent of the cost of works proposed in the engineering plan (maximum fee) |
11 |
2.5 per cent of the estimated cost of construction of the works (maximum fee) |
Agreement services | Cost |
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Council to prepare an agreement on your behalf and lodge at Titles Office |
$1,978.00 |
Review of a pre-prepared agreement by another party and lodgement at Titles Office |
$2,910.00 |
Lodgement of a Section 173 Agreement at the Titles Office of Agreement prepared by Council before 1 July 2019 |
$710.00 |
Regulation 16 To amend or end an agreement under section 173 of the Act |
$726.70 |
To the satisfaction of the responsible authority
Cost | |
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Regulation 18 |
$359.30 |
Pre-application meeting and enquiries
Request type | Cost |
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Planning property enquiries (written confirmation of whether a planning is required/permit requirements) |
$220.50 |
Pre-application meeting request |
$485.00 |
Council to prepare and carry out public notice of a planning application
Notice type | Cost |
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Letters only – up to 10 properties |
$227.00 |
Letters and signs – up to 10 properties plus the erection of up to 2 signs |
$625.00 |
Each additional letter (where notice is required to more than 10 properties) |
$9.30 |
Each additional sign (where more than 2 signs are required) |
$119.00 |
Secondary consent changes to a plan
Amendment type | Cost |
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Amendment is to a VicSmart Permit, or associated with a single dwelling application with an additional development cost under $10,000 |
$220.50 |
Amendment to a single dwelling, with an additional development cost between $10,000 and $100,000 |
$694.00 |
All other requests, including amendments to multiple dwellings with a development, or non-residential permits |
$990.00 |
Review of submitted plans and documents
Permit type | Cost |
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Assessment of plans for endorsement under Condition 1 of Permit First assessment free, fee payable for review of each subsequent submission. |
$173.00 per submission |
Review and endorsement of Construction Management Plans using Council's template |
$210.00 |
Cost | |
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Request for an extension of time to a permit |
$723.00 |
Copy of planning permit and plans
Permit type | Cost |
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Digital copies of Planning Permits and Approved plans per application (if digital copies are not available, a file retrieval fee will also be applied) |
$233.00 |
File retrieval and scanning for applications not stored on site (may be required for permits issued prior to 1 July 2017) |
$100.00 |
Permit type | Cost |
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A landscape bond will be charged and held by Council until the completion of a development as per a Condition of a planning permit. (Landscape bonds are no longer being requested by Council. If Council is currently holding a bond, please refer to this page for details on requesting a refund) |
N/A |
Permit type | Cost |
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$134.40 |
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$93.90 |
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$320.20 per regulation application |
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$87.20 for pools or spas built before 1 November 2020 $35.10 for new pools or spas built after 1 November 2020 |
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$22.50 |
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No fee from us |
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$52.10 per statement |
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$224.00 |
In need of house plans or a copy of old permits for a property?
Permit type | Cost |
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$384 |
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$163 |
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2 - 3 units 4 - 20 units
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$571 per new application $913 per new application $1,298 per new application |
$327 |
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Value of works less than $1M Value of works equal & greater of $1M |
$440 Range $621 - $20,000 |
Minimum charge is $200 and capped at $422 per week |
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Fees calculated on value of works |
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$128 |
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$1,115 |
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$320.20 |
Permit type | Cost |
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Annual: $784.60 |
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$130.00 |
Permit type | Cost |
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$125 |
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Temporary parking signs (each) |
$750 |
$150 Plus a refundable security deposit. |
View all permits and fees for businesses
Can't find what you're looking for?
We can provide advice from a qualified heritage advisor on architecture and technical advice for heritage places in the area. Make sure to get advice before making an application for a planning permit. This will resolve any issues relating to design and identify other info for the application process.
Our heritage advisor will provide advice relating to:
Refer to our schedule of fees for the current fee for a pre-application meeting request. After receiving your request for an application meeting, we’ll send you an invoice for payment.
Lodge a pre-application advice request online, where you can upload plans and any other supporting documents for consideration.
A heritage overlay may affect any building, renovation or maintenance work on your property. The heritage overlay details when you’ll need a planning permit. It also shows the location and the level of heritage controls over a particular heritage place.
You can find out more about the provisions in our planning scheme.
A statement of significance will accompany a heritage assessment and indicate why the site is important and what to conserve. Documenting what’s significant of a place helps to protect and manage the place appropriately.
Proposals for a planning permit for a heritage place needs to consider the policies and provisions of our planning scheme.
Search to see if a heritage overlay affects your property.
When your property has a heritage overlay you’ll need a permit to:
There’ll be some instances where additional controls will apply, such as:
Our schedule to the heritage overlay will identify any additional controls.
You won’t need a planning permit to carry out routine maintenance and repairs if they don’t change the appearance of the place.
When doing maintenance or repair work, you’ll need to follow the same standards for any:
If unsure, check with us before doing any repair or maintenance work.
The heritage overlay may not apply to the whole site. Refer to the planning scheme maps online or in our offices.
We discourage demolition of a heritage place if it’s individually significant or it contributes to the significance of an area. Demolition will only occur if we find the building structurally unsound.
The statement of significance will say why the place is important.
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) can review planning permit decisions.
We’re undertaking drainage works and upgrades across Manningham to reduce flood risk.
We prioritise drainage works by considering:
Project timeframes may be impacted by various factors like major road projects or large-scale developments across Manningham.
Find out about the latest drainage projects in Manningham.
We’ve partnered with Melbourne Water to undertake flood mapping for Manningham, to better understand flood risk.
This work will assist flood management by:
The Manningham Flood Mapping Project will also inform the development of Manningham Council’s Integrated Water Management Strategy.
This strategy will review flooding and stormwater management risks and respond to emerging challenges, including:
A new Stormwater Management Strategy for Manningham
We’re developing a Stormwater Management Strategy to help identify, manage and reduce flood risk to people, property, infrastructure and the environment.
The Strategy will guide our planning and investment in the long-term Capital Works Program to support a healthy, safe and resilient community.
Active Manningham is running an online workshop to assist sports clubs understand marketing, promotion and social media.
MK Consulting will facilitate the session. Topics covered include:
Active Manningham is running an online workshop to assist sports clubs with membership retention and acquisition.
MK Consulting will facilitate the session. Topics covered include:
Find permits, services and guides relating to parking, roads and footpaths
You can report a tree or tree branch that is obstructing the road, footpath or is in danger of falling or causing damage.
You will need a Works and Drainage Permit (WDP) to undertake works that impact Manningham’s assets.
We are responsible for an extensive network of underground drains that prevent storm-water run-off from impacting property, footpaths and roads.
Find out how we're improving drainage and flood mitigation.
Find out about new path projects in Manningham including footpaths, shared paths and shared trails.
We are responsible for maintaining 608km of local roads within Manningham. Find out more about our street sweeping program.
Can't find what you're looking for?
View the available options below to learn more about your property's rates and valuations.
Get familiar with the formula used to calculate your general rates, other charges and when rates are increased