Planning Permits in Spotswood

Q: What are the planning permit outcomes in Spotswood?

Of 1,256 applications in Spotswood, 1,207 were approved and 0 were refused. Among decided applications, 100% were approved.

Hobsons Bay

Data from 2000–2026

Total Applications

1,256

Approved

1,207

Refused

1,207 approved · 0 refused · 15 withdrawn · 34 pending/other

Permit Categories

Category	Applications	Approved
Subdivision	515	497
Multi-unit	288	275
Other	109	102
Single Dwelling	68	66
Commercial	56	55
Demolition	45	42
Signage	43	41
Renovation	42	42

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the planning permit outcomes in Spotswood?

Of 1,256 applications in Spotswood (Hobsons Bay), 1,207 were approved and 0 were refused. An additional 15 were withdrawn. Among decided applications, 100% were approved. The most common application type is subdivision with 515 applications.

What council area is Spotswood in?

Spotswood is in the Hobsons Bay local government area.

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Based on 1,256 planning applications in Spotswood (2000–2026). Outcome counts reflect decided applications only (excludes pending and withdrawn). Data sourced from council planning registers.