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The Victorian government has declared it will simplify the process for homebuyers to construct single-storey homes on small plots of land.

A new state-wide change to the state’s planning schemes, called the Single Home Code, will facilitate approvals for single homes or small secondary units on lots smaller than 300 square metres.

Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny said the move will cut out unnecessary “red tape” and allow homes to be built sooner.

NEWS - Aerial of Melbourne from Yarraville. 24th October 2024, The Age news Picture by JOE ARMAO
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The current planning system often causes significant delays and uncertainty for homeowners owing to inconsistent council methods, complicated documentation, and prolonged appeals, according to Kilkenny.

With the amendment, a new home will be approved without assessment if it complies with updated standards, including solar access, tree canopy, and street amenity.

Neighbours will be notified and can provide feedback however there will be no expensive delays or VCAT appeals.

The change will apply across all residential zones in Victoria.

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Neighbours will be notified and can provide feedback however there will be no expensive delays or VCAT appeals. (AFR/ Louie Douvis)

“This is another way we’re making our planning system say ‘yes’ – yes to well-designed homes, yes to more homes, and yes to people maximizing the land they already possess,” stated Kilkenny.

“If your proposal meets the standards, you should be able to get on and build.

“That’s what these changes deliver – faster decisions, less stress, and more homes where we need them.”

The Victorian government is in the middle of an overhaul of the state’s planning system.

A similar streamlined approach for new builds has already been introduced for townhouses and low-rise apartment buildings three storeys and under.

The Allan government’s 12-month new policy aims to save prospective buyers tens of thousands of dollars and attract developers.

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