AS Planning prepares Baw Baw Shire Council-ready submissions. We coordinate plans (and can source a trusted draftsperson), assemble the required evidence, write in Council’s language, handle referrals/RFIs, and track your application through to a decision.
It depends on zone, overlays, siting, size and design. Many properties across the Shire carry controls that can trigger a planning permit, even for smaller outbuildings. Start with a property check (VicPlan) and the Baw Baw Planning Scheme.
A planning permit (from Council) is different to a building permit (from private building surveyor). You may need both; planning usually comes first.
Warragul, Drouin, Longwarry, Yarragon, Trafalgar, Thorpdale, Neerim South, Noojee, Erica, Rawson, Willow Grove, Tanjil South, Darnum and rural localities between.
We can pre-screen addresses for overlays and access issues, provide a builder-ready checklist before final drawings, lodge Council-ready submissions, manage referrals/RFIs, and – where needed – line up a draftsperson so the package lands complete the first time.
Do I need a planning permit for a shed, carport or pergola in Baw Baw Shire?
It depends on your site and design. With BMO, LSIO/FO or EMO, or where PSP/DCP rules or ESO apply, a permit is often required. We’ll check and advise before you lodge.
Can you draw my plans?
We focus on planning approvals. However, we can help source a trusted draftsperson to prepare the plans for you if required. Then we manage the planning submission and handle Council liaison end-to-end.
What about driveways or access to a main/arterial road?
New/altered access to Transport Zone roads (e.g., Princes Freeway/Highway) typically triggers Clause 52.29 and referral. We’ll confirm and bundle what’s needed.
How long will approval planning permit approvals take with Baw Baw Council?
Timeframes vary with overlays and referrals. Complete, clause-referenced applications move faster than those that prompt multiple RFIs. Check Council’s zones/overlays and PSP/DCP pages for context.
