Can I build a house on farm land?

Yes, it is possible to obtain a permit to build a house on land zoned for farming in Victoria, but it’s crucial to understand that it’s subject to planning permits and overlays, and you’ll need to comply with specific regulations, including bushfire safety requirements.

In Melbourne’s Farming Zone, building a house on farmland or rural land generally requires a planning permit, especially for smaller lots, and the house must be reasonably required for the agricultural use of the land, not just for rural living.

Have you purchased a parcel of rural land only to find the local council discouraging towards a dwelling permit, in most cases they will not allow dwellings purely for lifestyle reasons. Permit Solutions facilitate throughout the process to ensue you have the best chance for a favorable outcome. Permit solutions, in most cases, can help you get approval for building a dwelling on your land when you have been told it’s not possible by council or government departments. We can help you prepare a Land Management Plan stating why a home or residence is essential to the operation of of the plan.