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A checklist of essential permits and approvals for opening a new or franchised Restaurant or Café

Essential Permits & Approvals for opening a new or franchised Restaurant, Cafe or other hospitality business - Picture of the interior of a restaurant with tables and seats, and plates and cutlery laid out on tables.

Are you planning to open a Restaurant or Cafe in Melbourne or Victoria? To help you get started, we’ve put together a checklist of essential permits and approvals you’ll likely need before you can start serving customers.

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What Planning Permits do you require for setting up a Manufacturing Facility?

Planning Permits for Manufacturing & Processing Facilities - Picture of the inside of a factory with complex assembly line of machines.

Fitting out or constructing a purpose built manufacturing facility in Victoria can involve a number of approvals, including a planning permit

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Simplifying the Process: How to Apply for a VicSmart Planning Permit

Navigating the planning permit process can be daunting, but for those looking to expedite the process, VicSmart offers a streamlined alternative. AS Planning will guide you through the steps of applying for a VicSmart planning permit, highlighting the value of engaging a planning consultant in this efficient approach.

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