On 16 October 2025, the Victoria State government expanded the VicSmart fast‑track permit process to include dual occupancy developments and two-lot subdivisions, significantly reducing approval time and complexity for these planning applications.
Under the updated VicSmart process, landowners can now more easily subdivide their land and create vacant lots, whereas previously a planning permit for development was often required before a subdivision permit could be obtained.
This is a redevelopment option for landowners who wish to sell off their backyard and for those who do not have the desire or funds to commit to a planning application for development and its subsequent construction.
We’re pleased to announce our first planning permit approval of 2026 for a two-lot subdivision in Reservoir, achieved under the new VicSmart application process. Lodged in early December 2025, the permit was granted in just over a month in early 2026—an impressive turnaround considering the Christmas and New Year break.
Situated on an irregular block of approximately 770 square metres, this subdivision retains the existing dwelling and creates a new vacant lot with an approved building envelope.
Our team of both Land Surveyors and Town Planners provides a comprehensive service for two-lot subdivision applications from the initial Feature and Level Survey Plan and Title Re-establishment, the preparation and lodgement of an application to Council, to the certification of the subdivision plan.
