Planning Permits in Fairfield

Darebin

Total Applications

78

Approved

40

Refused

1

40 approved · 1 refused · 8 withdrawn · 29 pending/other

Permit Categories

CategoryApplicationsApprovedRefused
Subdivision20150
Multi-unit1671
Signage1180
Single Dwelling940
Amendment500
Renovation430
Vegetation400
Outbuilding300

Recent Decisions

260 Darebin Road FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Approved

Clause 33.03-1 - Use of the land for Service Industry (Motor Repairs) Clause 33.03-4 - Buildings and Works Clause 52.05-2 - Display of a sign (business identification, internally illuminated, above-verandah, panel sign) Clause 52.06-3 - Reduction of the number of car parking spaces required under Clause 52.06-5

Signage12 Sept 2024

270 Wingrove Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Withdrawn

Application to add additional signage to the exterior of the building to advertise the pathology company now working from the premises as shown on the plans accompanying the application.

Signage5 Sept 2025

30-32 Palm Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Approved

Clause 32.08-7: Construct two or more dwellings on a lot. The construction of two (2) double-storey dwellings on a lot, in accordance with the plans accompanying the application.

Multi-unit4 Sept 2025

227 Gillies Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Pending

Three (3) lot subdivision as shown on the plans accompanying the application.

Subdivision2 Sept 2026

183 Wingrove Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Lapsed

Clause 32.08-7: Construct two (2) dwellings on a lot, as shown on the plans accompanying the application

Multi-unit2 Aug 2025

297 Arthur Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Pending

This application seeks to amend the plans endorsed under Planning Permit D/85/2025 to allow for the addition of an outdoor entertaining area within the rear yard of the property at 297 Arthur Street, Fairfield. The proposed amendment includes updated plans showing a domestic outdoor entertaining structure (pergola and associated decking/native landscaping elements) located adjacent to the previously approved shed. The shed approved under the existing permit remains unchanged. No changes are proposed to: - the use or development allowed by the permit - the conditions of the permit - the approved shed design, location, or use The amendment is limited to the inclusion of the outdoor entertaining area as shown on the revised plans submitted with this application.

Amendment1 Aug 2026

51 Darling Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Pending

Three (3) lot subdivision as shown on the plans accompanying the application.

Subdivision12 July 2025

44 Mc Gregor Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Approved

Clause 32.08-7: Construction and extension of two or more dwellings on a lot (construct 2 double story dwellings), as shown on the plans accompanying the application.

Multi-unit8 July 2024

183 Wingrove Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Refused

Clause 32.08-7: Construct two dwellings on a lot.

Multi-unit7 July 2025

149 Station Street FAIRFIELD VIC 3078

Approved

The display of an electronic sign, (Digital Screen in shopfront window) as shown on the plans accompanying the application.

Signage7 July 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the planning permit outcomes in Fairfield?

Of 78 applications in Fairfield (Darebin), 40 were approved and 1 were refused. An additional 8 were withdrawn. Among decided applications, 98% were approved. The most common application type is subdivision with 20 applications.

What council area is Fairfield in?

Fairfield is in the Darebin local government area.

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Based on 78 planning applications in Fairfield. Outcome counts reflect decided applications only (excludes pending and withdrawn). Data sourced from council planning registers.