VPRS 14594 Planning Permit Applications Register

This record series provides registration information about applications for planning permits under the City of Moorabbin's (VA 656) planning scheme.Planning permits had to be obtained before building permits could be applied for in a number of instances, including: multiple dwellings on the one lot, industrial developments, food premises, changes of use, medical centres, offices, and subdivisions. The purpose of issuing planning permits was to provide legal permission to use or develop land in a particular way, and to ensure that developments within the municipality fitted within the general municipal planning scheme.The registers include the following information:* name and address of applicant* property address* date received* proposal* zoning of property* whether application approved or refused, and date* appeal decision* permit issued/remarks