The information that you will need to include will vary depending on what you are seeking a permit for; however, the minimum information that must be submitted is as follows:  

• Completed permit application form (not required if lodged online)
• Full payment of appropriate application fee
• Minimum Standard checklist
• A current and full copy of title (including title plan) and details of any restrictive covenants or other restrictions on the title. This title must have been searched within the last two months (Note: you can obtain a copy of title on the Landata website.) Further information to assist in this process is available at 'Request a Copy of Title'.
• Completed covenant declaration form (not required if lodged online)
• A cover letter/submission detailing what is proposed and responding to the relevant provisions of the Whitehorse Planning Scheme
• Electronic copy of clear and properly drafted site layout and elevation plans generally at 1:100 scale
• Electronic copies of any other additional information such as town planning reports responding to the relevant provisions of the Whitehorse Planning Scheme.

Please refer to Council's planning application checklists for specific information about what needs to be included for different types of planning permit applications.

Documents submitted must be in pdf format and should be labelled as follows:

Property Address - Document Name
For example: 2/1000-1004 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill – Plans

Failure to provide any application requirements will result in a delay to the processing/assessment of an application and may also result in a decision to refuse the proposal.

In addition to the above, the following application checklists have been prepared to assist in the preparation of a planning permit application.

Whitehorse City Council supports the use of sustainable design in all developments whether it is a single dwelling or multistorey apartments. Sustainable design seeks to reduce negative impacts on the environment, and the health and comfort of building occupants, thereby improving building performance. The basic objectives of sustainability are to reduce consumption of non-renewable resources, minimize waste, and create healthy, productive environments. Refer to the below links for further information.

Please refer to the fact sheet below to determine which applications are classified as VicSmart applications and the relevant checklist to ensure the necessary documentation is submitted.