Planning Permits in Highett

Bayside

Data from 2023–2026

Total Applications

201

Approved

169

Refused

4

Median Processing

34 days

169 approved · 4 refused · 14 withdrawn · 14 pending/other

Permit Categories

CategoryApplicationsApprovedRefused
Multi-unit87662
Subdivision55540
Fencing17150
Other13120
Outbuilding1062
Commercial650
Signage440
Single Dwelling440

Recent Decisions

7 Herbert Street, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

Buildings&Works in SBO(Other than Dwell)

Other2 July 2026

44 Donald Street, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

1 Dwelling - Alts & Adds - SBO

Multi-unit26 June 2026

22 June Street, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

2 New Dwellings

Multi-unit25 June 2026

475 Highett Road, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

Fence on a Lot < 500m2

Fencing23 June 2026

8 Graham Road, HIGHETT VIC

Withdrawn

Subdivision of Land (1 to 9 Lots)

Subdivision22 June 2026

Unit 2/65 Beaumaris Parade, HIGHETT VIC

Withdrawn

1 Dwelling - Alts & Adds on Lot < 500m2

Multi-unit11 June 2026

186 Highett Road, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

Two dellings on a lot

Other9 June 2026

10 Albert Street, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

Subdivision of Land (1 to 9 Lots)

Subdivision2 June 2026

246 Highett Road, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

2 New Dwellings

Multi-unit20 May 2026

497 Highett Road, HIGHETT VIC

Approved

4 New Dwellings

Multi-unit14 May 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the planning permit outcomes in Highett?

Of 201 applications in Highett (Bayside), 169 were approved and 4 were refused. An additional 14 were withdrawn. Among decided applications, 98% were approved. The most common application type is multi-unit with 87 applications.

How long does a planning permit take in Highett?

The median processing time for planning permits in Highett is 34 days from lodgement to decision.

What council area is Highett in?

Highett is in the Bayside local government area.

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Based on 201 planning applications in Highett (2023–2026). Outcome counts reflect decided applications only (excludes pending and withdrawn). Data sourced from council planning registers.