Creating an account is easy and will only take a few moments.

Go to the Online Portal and click on Log In.  Where is says First Time User Registration click on Registration.

Fill out your details and Save.  You can now use your email address and password to log into the system.

Go to the Online Portal and firstly select the permit type and choose to enter a new application.

After logging in, instructions will be presented to guide you through the process.

You can also pay for your application fee online (credit card only).

Documents of all types can be submitted electronically through the system when lodging an application, submission or providing additional information. This will be requested at relevant stages of the process.

To add the document to the system, simply browse the files on your PC and attach it when the option is presented.

If you have difficulty submitting your documents, please refer to the FAQ page for a resolution.

All of your applications can be accessed easily by selecting My Applications from the menu.

Once you have logged in you will be able to view the status of your past and current applications.

To view other applications in the system, go to the Application Register and simply choose the permit type from the menu and select the search option.

Once the search is complete, you will be able to view the status of the application along with any available documentation.

You do not need an account to perform the search function.

If an application is in the Advertising stage, you can lodge a submission.

To do so, go to View Applications on Advertising menu and the search for the desired property under the appropriate permit type and complete the form.

If you have any questions regarding this system or need help applying, please contact the Planning Department on 1300 PYRENEES (1300 797 363).

Where can I find out more information about the Planning process?

General information about the Planning process is available at planning.vic.gov.au