Public Acquisition Overlay (PAO)

Identifies land to be acquired for a public purpose.

Development Impact

How the PAO overlay affects different types of development.

Multi UnitRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 45.01

RebuildRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 45.01

RenovationRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 45.01

SubdivisionRestricts

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 45.01

Councils with PAO

69 councils have PAO schedules.

Showing top 30 of 69 councils.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Public Acquisition Overlay?

Identifies land to be acquired for a public purpose.

Does PAO prevent subdivision?

The PAO overlay restricts subdivision. A planning permit is required. Check your specific schedule for details.

Do I need a permit with PAO?

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

How many councils have PAO?

69 Victorian councils have PAO schedules, with a total of 286 individual schedules across the state.

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