Planning Permits in Shire of Cardinia
Cardinia is a diverse municipality in Melbourne's south-east, ranging from the rapidly growing suburbs of Pakenham and Officer to the rural and hills areas of Emerald and Cockatoo.
Key Suburbs
Area Statistics
126,090
Population
46,185
Dwellings
34
Median Age
Source: ABS Census 2021
Planning Characteristics
Major Urban Growth Zone areas in Officer and Pakenham with Precinct Structure Plans. Hills areas have extensive BMO, ESO, and SLO. Green Wedge Zone protects rural land. LSIO in low-lying areas near Koo Wee Rup.
Common Planning Zones
Common Planning Overlays
Planning Scheme
View the full Cardinia planning scheme on the Victorian Government planning scheme viewer.
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Objecting to a development in Shire of Cardinia
Worried about a development application in Shire of Cardinia? While an application is on public notice or exhibition, anyone affected can lodge an objection — a formal submission or representation to the council — putting your planning concerns on the record before the decision is made. Our Victoria guide walks through your rights, what counts as a valid planning ground, and the timeframes; and if a decision goes the wrong way, how to appeal it at the tribunal.
Not sure if your concerns count? Run the free Objection Grounds Check for an instant read of which are valid planning grounds — then turn it into a formal objection from $99.
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