Get our consent for a council planning permit
If you're developing or renovating a property that's subject to flooding, you'll probably need a planning permit from your council.
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Amendments – planning schemes
We’re constantly obtaining new flood information for the wider Melbourne area. We provide this information to councils, so they have accurate information about land that may be affected by flooding during severe storms.
Planning your development
If you've submitted a planning permit application to your local council, Melbourne Water may have included some conditions on your permit.
Better Environment Plan
Improving the health of Dandenong Creek’s middle corridor by fostering innovation in pollution reduction and enhancing biodiversity and connectivity. After a successful Phase 1 and 2 of the Enhancing our Dandenong Creek program, Melbourne Water will continue to deliver through a Better Environment Plan for the middle corridor of Dandenong Creek.
Design and construction works
If your development must include drainage or water quality works, follow these steps to make sure they meet our standards.
Design of works
If you’re constructing works required by us, your design needs to be certified before you can start work.
Pre-construction
If you’re constructing works required by us, be properly prepared before you start.
Help make litter extinct
As Melbourne grows, the amount of litter does too. Together, let’s make litter extinct!
Walking tracks and bike paths
Discover trails where you can cycle, stroll or jog along Melbourne’s rivers and creeks – and feel a million miles from city life.
Fishing advice
Read an overview of fishing responsibly, and where to find more information on requirements and fishing locations.