Planning services

Applying for a planning permit can be complicated and overwhelming. If this is your first time we strongly encourage you to speak to one of our planners.

If you understand the planning process and are ready to apply for a planning permit, please visit our planning portal, My Mount Alexander.

Do I need a planning permit?

Find out if you need a planning permit to add a new development or change the way land is used.

Preparing and lodging a planning permit

Everything you need to know about preparing and lodging your application, including finding out if you are eligible for VicSmart.

Current and past planning applications

Find all past and present planning applications in our new online planning system and find out how to lodge your support or objection.

Understanding the application process

A step-by-step explanation of how you get from 'do I need a permit' to a successful application.

Speak with a planner

Applying for a planning permit can be complicated and overwhelming. Our expert planning officers are here to help you navigate the process.

Apply to change or extend a planning permit

After a planning permit is approved you may need to make changes to the application or extend the time of the permit.

Subdividing your land

Find out about about the process of dividing land or an existing building into two or more lots.

Development Contributions

Development contributions are payments or works made by a proponent for a new development.

The Planning Scheme

View the Mount Alexander Shire Planning Scheme, and background policy documents which will assist you permit application.

Forms, fees and checklists

Download planning forms, fees and checklists.