Vegetation Protection Overlay (VPO)

Controls removal/lopping of significant vegetation.

Development Impact

How the VPO overlay affects different types of development.

Multi UnitRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 42.02

RebuildRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 42.02

RenovationRegulates

Planning permit required

0

VPP Clause 42.02

SubdivisionRestricts

Planning permit required

0

VPP 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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