How to get a VicSmart permit for an extension to one dwelling on a lot in a residential zone

To do your own planning application for an extension to construct an outbuilding or extend a dwelling in a residential zone as a VicSmart application, the first step is to check if your application is eligible for the VicSmart process. This will ensure that your application meets the following criteria:

1. Meets the minimum garden area requirement in a General or Neighbourhood Residential Zone
2. Does not exceed a building height of 5 metres.
3. Is not visible from the street (other than a lane) or a public park.
4. Meets the requirements in the following standards of Clause 54:
   • A10 Side and rear setbacks
   • A11 Walls on boundaries
   • A12 Daylight to existing windows
   • A13 North-facing windows
   • A14 Overshadowing open space
   • A15 Overlooking
5. Does not trigger a permit under another part of the planning scheme
6. If any Schedules apply to the zone
7. Note: The Standards in Clause 54 or schedule are mandatory for this class of VicSmart application

 Derived from Victoria Planning Provisions by the State of Victoria

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If you know your application is eligible for the VicSmart process, then you can:

Start an application