Development Plan Overlay (DPO)

Requires an approved development plan before permits.

Development Impact

How the DPO overlay affects different types of development.

Multi UnitRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 43.04

RebuildRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 43.04

RenovationRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 43.04

SubdivisionRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 43.04

Councils with DPO

74 councils have DPO schedules.

Showing top 30 of 74 councils.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Development Plan Overlay?

Requires an approved development plan before permits.

Does DPO prevent subdivision?

The DPO overlay regulates subdivision. A planning permit is required. Check your specific schedule for details.

Do I need a permit with DPO?

Yes, the DPO overlay typically requires a planning permit for multi unit, rebuild, renovation, subdivision.

How many councils have DPO?

74 Victorian councils have DPO schedules, with a total of 707 individual schedules across the state.

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