ZB Ventures · Melbourne Planning Consultancy

I help property developers and private landowners navigate Melbourne's planning system.

Over a decade of extensive public and private sector experience.

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How a Planning Permit Application Works

Understanding the process before you begin is the difference between months and years.

STEP 1 Pre-Application Research STEP 2 — OPTIONAL Pre-Application Meeting with Council STEP 3 Application Lodgement STEP 4 Public Notice & Advertising STEP 5 Council Assessment Period OUTCOME A Permit Granted OUTCOME B Refusal Issued ESCALATION PATH VCAT Review Conditions negotiation may follow Timelines vary. Most residential applications: 60–120 days.

What I Do

Clear, direct advice at every stage of the planning process.

Planning Permits

Residential and commercial permit applications prepared and managed from lodgement to decision.

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Compliance Advice

Know whether your project needs a permit before you commit. Written advice, due diligence reports.

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VCAT Representation

Representation at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal for applicant and objector matters.

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Planning Strategy

Strategic advice before you commit to a site. Overlay analysis, zone checks, development potential.

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Ready to move your project forward?

Get clear advice from someone who knows the Victorian system inside out.

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