Planning Services · Melbourne
Tailored planning advice for every stage of your project.
From pre-purchase due diligence through to permit decision — and beyond if required.
Residential & Commercial
Planning Permit Applications
Permit applications under the Planning and Environment Act 1987 represent the majority of planning work in Victoria. Getting the application right from the start — documentation, reports, site analysis — avoids costly delays and reduces the risk of objections.
- Site and zoning analysis
- Preparation of planning reports and supporting documentation
- Application lodgement and council liaison
- Advertising and objection management
- Condition negotiation and permit sign-off
"The majority of planning projects begin here. Getting it right from the start avoids months of unnecessary delay."
Compliance Advice
Before committing to a site or project, it is essential to understand what the planning system requires. A compliance assessment identifies applicable zones, overlays, and permit triggers — so you know what you're dealing with before you invest.
- Zone and overlay analysis
- Permit trigger assessment
- Written compliance advice letters
- Pre-purchase planning reports
- Development potential assessments
Due Diligence & Pre-Purchase
Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal
VCAT Representation
VCAT representation is available for both applicant and objector matters. That said, VCAT is a downstream step — most planning disputes are better resolved at the council stage through proactive engagement. If a matter has reached VCAT, representation focuses on presenting a clear and well-evidenced case.
- Review of VCAT grounds and prospects
- Preparation of evidence and submissions
- Representation at hearing
- Both applicant and objector matters
Most clients who engage ZB Ventures earlier in the process avoid reaching VCAT altogether.
Planning Strategy & Due Diligence
For developers and landowners considering a site, strategic planning advice before commitment can fundamentally change the feasibility calculation. Understanding what a site can deliver — and what constraints apply — is the foundation of any viable project.
- Zone and overlay assessment
- Development potential analysis
- Planning scheme amendment advice
- Strategic site selection support
- Feasibility-stage planning input
Pre-Commitment Assessment
Ready to move your project forward?
Get clear advice from someone who knows the Victorian system inside out.