Comments on: Subdividing Land in Victoria: The 5 tests your property must pass

By: Adam

Adam — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 23:26:02 +0000

Hi Nathan,

Thanks for your compliments – hope this information makes your next experience a far more pleasant one!

Thanks again for the comment,

Adam

By: Nathan

Nathan — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 13:48:14 +0000

Hi Adam,

I’ve been interested in developing my block in Melbourne’s Northern suburbs for sometime. I’ve previously obtained council planning permits in the past and sold that property before subdivision. It was not an enjoyable experience. Thanks for your information and site, its been great to see things explained a lot clearer.

Nathan.

By: Adam

Adam — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:03:22 +0000

Hi Albert,

It is certainly possible to subdivide on blocks less than 600 m2 but as you mention, this does depend on the council involved and how well your design is suited to the site and the local planning policy/neighbourhood character guidelines.

We’ve covered this issue in another article here:
http://brutalart.com.au/property-development/what-is-the-minimum-size-of-land-to-subdivide-in-victoria/

And yes, having more ‘breathing room’ (like a 700m2 block) always helps when it comes to dealing with Council town planners.

Adam

By: Albert Wong

Albert Wong — Thu, 27 May 2010 07:34:59 +0000

Hi, I believe one may still be allowed to subdivide if the block of land is less than 600 sqm depending on the floorplan / design and also which Council is being applied to and its requirements? I’ve also been told that generally, more than 700 sqm is best to maximise chances of Council allowing subdivision. Regards, Albert