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Nillumbik's rural and urban landscapes are home to more than 60,000 residents in Melbourne's north-east.

Our Planning, Building, Strategic Planning and Infrastructure teams work together, with other Council departments and with the community to ensure that construction, development and growth in the Shire is managed and supported.

We work closely with residents, local industry and planners to ensure Nillumbik's unique landscapes, environment and townships are protected and maintained.

Planning permits and building permits

Find out about the purpose of planning permits versus building permits and the sorts of activities that require that you apply for them.

Planning

View current and past planning applications, find out how to lodge a planning permit application, or how to make a submission to an application.

Building

Our Building Services team issue building permits, consider variations to Building Regulations, conduct inspections and provide advice on swimming pool and spa safety barriers.

Swimming pools and spas

To ensure safety, all pools and spas must be registered with Council, and the safety barriers must then be inspected. Find out what's required if you have a swimming pool or spa.

Waste water management and your property

Protecting our environment and public health. Understand your responsibilities for managing waste water in sewered and unsewered areas.

Infrastructure (roads, drains and paths)

If you are working in the road reserve (footpath, vehicle crossover, drainage, work over an easement) check with Council first to determine which permits are required.

Planning for Nillumbik's future

Read about our planning controls and strategies that guide how land in Nillumbik is used and developed.

Projects and works

Find out more about our capital works program - building, upgrading and renewing infrastructure and facilities around the Shire.

Planning Scheme Amendment VC253

The amendment to the Planning Scheme simplifies and, in some cases, exempts the requirements to obtain a Planning Permit to construct a ‘small second dwelling’ on land where there is already a lawful dwelling.