The City of Greater Bendigo is pleased to offer a free, easy to understand session to help businesses learn how planning permits work and how to apply for them.
Building your Business: A Practical Guide to Planning Permits is on Wednesday May 27 from 2.30pm to 4pm at Galkangu Bendigo GovHub, 189-229 Lyttleton Terrace, Bendigo.
The practical session will be run by City staff from the Economic Growth and Statutory Planning teams. It will explain when a planning permit is needed, how the application process works, and how businesses can move through the journey more smoothly.
Manager Economy & Experience James Myatt said the free session would help businesses better understand what is involved in statutory planning.
"Participants will hear directly from a planner, learn what information is needed for a strong application, and understand the difference between planning and building permits, including for home-based businesses," Mr Myatt said.
"The free session is designed for all types of businesses, from new start-ups, home businesses, entrepreneurs to established businesses, who are seeking to expand on an existing site or move to new premises in the region."
What you'll learn:
- Understand planning requirements for your business
- If a planning permit is required for your business activity
- What information is required for a successful planning application
- How to avoid delays, unexpected costs, and common mistakes
- When a home‑based business does (and does not) need approval
- The difference between planning permits and building permits
- How the statutory planning process works simply explained
- Start or grow your business with planning confidence
- Existing business owners looking to expand, relocate or change how you operate
- Current applicants seeking clarification on planning processes or next steps
Booking is essential.
