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Waiving of Planning Permit Application Fees

Supporting a more sustainable built environment through the waiving of planning application fees

As part of the City of Port Phillip's commitment towards environmental and social sustainability the planning permit application fee typically associated with the following items, or combination there of, will no longer be required:

As part of the City of Port Phillip's commitment towards environmental and social sustainability the planning permit application fee typically associated with the following items, or combination there of, will no longer be required:

Solar hot water system
Photovoltaic panels
Rainwater tanks
Small-scale wind turbines
Upgrading of existing glazing
Adjustable/fixed awnings
Skylights
Greywater systems (approval also required from Council's Health Services Unit)
Bicycle storage
Removal of disused car space and/or crossover
Initiatives to improve disabled access

Please Note: To receive approval each application must be consistent with the Port Phillip Planning Scheme, including any relevant overlays or heritage controls. If you are unclear on any aspect of your application, we encourage you to arrange an appointment with a town planner to discuss your intended proposal.

For more information contact the City of Port Phillip Planning Department

St Kilda Town Hall, Cnr Carlisle Street & Brighton Road

T: 9209 6424  F: 9536 2740   E: planhelp@portphillip.vic.gov.au