Rural City of Wangaratta

Town Planning focuses on the use, development and protection of land. Urban and rural planning is vital for the orderly expansion of new housing and industry into areas best suited for them.  Productive agricultural land needs to be protected, as does the quality of the natural and urban environment.

Under the Planning and Environment Act 1987, Council is responsible for ensuring that land is used and developed in an environmentally, economically and socially responsible manner, to provide a sustainable future for its residents.

To request a copy of plans or permits, download the application form below.  For further information please contact Council's Planning unit on (03) 5722 0888 or council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

If you are intending to construct a dwelling, develop land subject to flooding, develop a commercial or industrial investment, remove native vegetation or undertake a subdivision you are required to contact Council's Planning unit to discuss your proposal to determine if a planning permit is required. 

For further information contact Council's Planning unit on (03) 5722 0888 or council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

If you have previously discussed your proposal with the Planning unit you can complete an application form which is available from Council's Planning unit at the Wangaratta Government Centre, Corner Ford and Ovens Streets, Wangaratta or can be downloaded (see below).

When applying for a permit you are also required to supply supporting documentation.  The type and level of detail of supporting documentation required by Council will depend on the nature of the proposal.
 
For most applications the following is required as a minimum:

• Copy of title to the land
• Existing conditions plan
• Plan of proposed development (in the case of a development application)
• Explanation of the proposed use - hours of operation, number of employees, etc 

Sufficient and appropriate supporting documentation is important to enable Council and the community to fully understand the proposal and, in the case of Council, make a well-informed decision.  If this information is not submitted with the application, your application will be delayed. 
 
Before lodging your application for a planning permit ensure you have discussed your proposal with Council's Planning unit to determine the following:-

• What approvals are required
• Whether it is consistent with State and local policies, and meets all relevant controls
• What supporting information is required
• Have you completed the "Application for a Planning Permit" (see below)
• Have you informed the owner of the land (if this is not you)
• Do you have the prescribed fees and charges
• Do you have a copy of the title
• Do you have an existing conditions plan
• Do you have a plan showing the works proposed (if appropriate)
• Do you have all other supporting documentation requested by Council's Planning unit

Download:

• Application for a Planning Permit
• Application for an Amendment to a Planning Permit

Cultural Heritage Management Declaration Form (this form must be completed in conjunction with an application for a Planning Permit) (35 KB)

How to complete the Application for Planning Permit form (327 KB)

How to complete the Amendment to a Planning Permit form (190 KB)

Request for Copy of Planning Permit and / or Plans (129 KB)

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