Planning Permits in Brighton

Bayside

Data from 2023–2026

Total Applications

630

Approved

478

Refused

17

Median Processing

52 days

478 approved · 17 refused · 50 withdrawn · 85 pending/other

Permit Categories

CategoryApplicationsApprovedRefused
Multi-unit3042345
Subdivision91822
Other62435
Fencing34231
Signage32211
Outbuilding30202
Single Dwelling22180
Commercial16100

Recent Decisions

55 Sussex Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

Clause 52.37 Canopy Trees

Outbuilding3 July 2026

139-141 New Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

1 Dwelling - Alts & Adds - Heritage

Multi-unit30 June 2026

11A Cadby Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Withdrawn

1 Dwelling - Alts & Adds on Lot < 500m2

Multi-unit29 June 2026

59 Male Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Void App - Plan & Env Act 2026

2 New Dwellings & Clause 52.37 Canopy Trees

Multi-unit29 June 2026

7 Stanley Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Action Completed

2 New Dwellings

Multi-unit26 June 2026

257 St Kilda Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

1 Dwelling - Alts & Adds - Heritage

Multi-unit24 June 2026

19 St Ninians Road, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

Subdivision of Land (1 to 9 Lots)

Subdivision24 June 2026

19 Kinane Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

1 Dwelling - New - DDO

Multi-unit23 June 2026

3 Glyndon Avenue, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

Consolidation of Land

Other23 June 2026

17 Pearson Street, BRIGHTON VIC

Approved

Adds & Alts to Dwelling

Single Dwelling23 June 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the planning permit outcomes in Brighton?

Of 630 applications in Brighton (Bayside), 478 were approved and 17 were refused. An additional 50 were withdrawn. Among decided applications, 97% were approved. The most common application type is multi-unit with 304 applications.

How long does a planning permit take in Brighton?

The median processing time for planning permits in Brighton is 52 days from lodgement to decision.

What council area is Brighton in?

Brighton is in the Bayside local government area.

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Based on 630 planning applications in Brighton (2023–2026). Outcome counts reflect decided applications only (excludes pending and withdrawn). Data sourced from council planning registers.