Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO)
Controls removal/lopping of significant vegetation.
Development Impact
How the VPO overlay affects different types of development.
Planning permit required
0VPP Clause 42.02
Planning permit required
0VPP Clause 42.02
Planning permit required
0VPP Clause 42.02
Planning permit required
0VPP Clause 42.02
Councils with VPO
57 councils have VPO schedules.
Showing top 30 of 57 councils.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vegetation Protection Overlay?
Controls removal/lopping of significant vegetation.
Does VPO prevent subdivision?
The VPO overlay restricts subdivision. A planning permit is required. Check your specific schedule for details.
Do I need a permit with VPO?
Yes, the VPO overlay typically requires a planning permit for multi unit, rebuild, renovation, subdivision.
How many councils have VPO?
57 Victorian councils have VPO schedules, with a total of 130 individual schedules across the state.
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