This page provides a list of useful forms and links for each aspect of Planning, Subdivision and Vegetation Removal application processes.
Planning Application Forms
Council's City development department as recently become paper independent, as part of this process, you now have the ability to lodge and play for you Planning Application on-line. Please note, to avoid delays in the processing of your planning application when using the online service, please ensure that all relevant documentation is uploaded with your application.
Planning Applications Available for online lodgement:
Residential & Commercial Development
Use this application type for:
- Residential Development (Construction of two or more dwellings);
- Commercial Development;
- Signage;
- Sports & Recreation;
- Retail;
- Food and Drink Premises;
- Any other development type permit.
Change of Use Only
Use this application type to apply where a Planning Permit is required for the proposed use of the site.
Other Planning Related matters available for on-line lodgement include:
Pre-Application Information Request
Request for Copy of Title ($60.00)
Request for Written Planning Advice ($134.00)
Application for Copies of Planning Permit and Endorsed Plans ($134.00)
Please find all paper based applications below:
VicSmart Planning Application Form
Request to Endorse Plans
Secondary Consent Application Form
S72. Application to Amend a Planning Permit
Application to Amend a Current Planning Application Under Assessment (Section 50 or Section 57a)
Application to End or Amend a S173 Agreement
Request for Extension of Time
Planning Fee Schedule
City Development Fee Schedule
Payment Form
Metropolitan Planning Levy (Where cost of development exceeds $1000,000
Planning Information and Fact Sheets
The Planning Process Fact Sheet
Building or extending one or more dwelling
Change of Use Application - Fact Sheet
Liquor License Information
A guide to advertising signs
A guide to Commercial and Industrial Planning Applications
A guide to subdividing your land
Pre-Application Meetings Fact Sheet
"STAR" Application Process
VicSmart Application Guide
Arboricultural Reporting Guidelines fro Planning and Developments
Street Numbering
3D Modelling Guidelines
Out Of Hours Work Request
Advertising Forms
Responding To Planning Applications - Fact Sheet
Objection to the Grant of a Planning Permit
Neighbourhood Character Guidelines
Introduction to Neighbourhood Character Guidelines
Neighbourhood Character Area Overall Map
Neighbourhood Character Guideline - Part 1
Neighbourhood Character Guidelines - Part 2
Neighbourhood Character Guidelines - Part 3
Neighbourhood Character Design Response Form
Vegetation Forms
Application for Tree Removal or Pruning ($102 per tree - Concession Exempt)
Pre-Development - Application for Tree Inspection Report on Private Property
($255 for sites up to 800m2 - $360 for sites over 800m2)
Tree Removal Fact Sheet
Arboricultural Reporting Guidelines fro Planning and Developments
Drainage & Civil Approval Matters
Legal Point of Discharge Information ($144.70)
Application for Drainage / Civil Approval (Where a Planning Permit has been issued)
Stormwater In-Lieu Developer Contribution Quote
Planning Links
The following links have been provided to assist you with the Planning Application process.
Please note that the links provided below will direct you to an external websites which are not related to the City of Kingston.
Kingston Planning Scheme
The Kingston Planning Scheme is the legislative framework which is used to assess all developments within the City of Kingston. Please click on the following link to access an on-line version of the Kingston Planning Scheme.
Kingston Planning Scheme
Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
The Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure (DTPLI), provide a wide range of information in relation to Planning Permit processes, and the requirements for obtaining a Planning Permit. In addition to this you will be able to access all Planning Schemes, Zoning Information, and information on legislation and regulations. Please click on the following link to access the Department of Planning and Community Development Website.
Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning
Land Victoria
The Land Victoria website provides a range of services, and will allow you to purchase a variety of property reports, and / or title details that are required in most cases to be submitted with your Application for Planning Permit. To order a property report or Certificate of Title and / or related documents, please click on one of the following link:
Landata
Alternatively for a fee of $60, Council's City Development department can obtain a copy of Certificate of Title on your behalf, please view the Certificate of Title page for further information.
Melbourne Water
If your site is affected by a flood overlay you may need to obtain flood level information and development advice. To access Melbourne Water's Planning and Building page, please click on the following link:
Melbourne Water (Planning and Building Information)
VCAT
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal hears and determines Planning and Environmental Disputes. For further information in relation to this process, please click on the following link to access the VCAT website:
Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT)
Civil Disputes
From time to time issues arise that are outside of City of Kingston jurisdiction, and are considered a 'civil matter'. An example of such an issue is boundary fencing between neighbouring properties. When such disputes arise, the matter is usually referred to the Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria. This is a free dispute resolution service funded by the Victorian Government. For more information in relation to the dispute Settlement Centre, please click the following link:
Dispute Settlement Centre of Victoria
SPEAR
The majority of Subdivision Applications submitted to Council are submitted and processed through an online planning system known as SPEAR. SPEAR allows applications to be compiled, lodged, managed, referred, approved and tracked online, any time. To access SPEAR, please click the following link:
SPEAR (Online Subdivision Applications)
ABORIGINAL AFFAIRS VICTORIA
If your site is located in an area listed for Cultural Sensitivity by Aboriginal Affairs Victoria then you may be required to submit a Cultural Heritage Management Plan (CHMP) for more information in relation to the CHMP requirements, please click on the following link:
Aboriginal Affairs Victoria
BUILDING COMMISSION
For information in relation to building permit requirements, and / or regulations, please click on the following link:
Building Commission Website (Victorian Building Authority).
Alternatively, you can refer to the City of Kingston Statutory Building Website Page.