Council Intelligence Doncaster Development: Zone & Overlay Guide
Complete guide to Doncaster's planning zones, overlays, and development controls. Understand ACZ1, GRZ3, DDO6 requirements, contribution levies, and Manningh...…
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Planning New EPA Consultation Rules: What Melbourne Developers Need to Know About Environmental Planning Requirements
Victoria's 2025–2026 EPA reforms require pre-application environmental consultation before lodging a planning permit. Learn which Melbourne projects are affecte…
Government Update Parliamentary Inquiry Calls Halt to Housing Towers Plan: What This Means for Melbourne Apartment Developers
A Victorian parliamentary inquiry recommended pausing parts of the housing towers plan. What this may mean for Melbourne apartment developers.…
ResCode Standards Navigating ResCode Standard B28 (Site Coverage and Permeability)
ResCode Standard B28 site coverage and permeability requirements for Melbourne developments. Zone-specific limits (GRZ 65%, NRZ 60%, RGZ 70%), council variation…
Government Update New Solar Requirements for Melbourne Apartments: What Property Developers Need to Know
New solar and energy requirements apply to Melbourne apartment developments. What developers may need to provide to meet the standards.…
ResCode Standards Overlooking Regulations: Design Solutions
Master overlooking compliance for Melbourne townhouses and apartments. Learn the 9-metre rule, bedroom exemptions, screening strategies, and council-specific...…
ResCode Standards ResCode Private Open Space Requirements (B28)
Victoria's 2025–26 planning reforms have reduced the minimum private open space requirement from 40 to 25 square metres under Clause 55. This guide explains ...…
Townhouse Development ResCode Variations That Kill Townhouse Projects: Common VCAT Triggers
Learn which ResCode variations most frequently trigger VCAT appeals for Melbourne townhouse projects — garden area, setbacks, height, and how to avoid costly de…
Government Update What Does Solar Compliance Cost Apartment Developers? (Melbourne, 2026)
What solar compliance may cost for Melbourne apartment developments, and how it varies by council. Indicative budget planning for energy requirements.…
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