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Practical guides, policy updates, and expert commentary on the changing world of heritage. Essential reading for property owners, architects, and planners.
Repainting Your Heritage Home? Here is What You Need to Know
This is what you need to know before you pick up a brush to paint your heritage home. Restoring or modernising your property’s exterior is a standard part of homeownership, but when heritage controls apply, a simple weekend job can quickly become a complex planning issue. In Victoria, most heritage homes fall under a municipial Heritage Overlay (HO) , administered through your local council or shire's planning scheme. If your property is within a Heritage Overlay and the sche
4 days ago3 min read
Do You Need a Heritage Impact Statement? (A Guide to Avoiding Council RFIs)
Integrating expert heritage advice de-risks your project and streamlines your planning permit application.
Mar 183 min read
Community-Led Heritage Reviews: Why Local Government Studies Must Start with Engagement (Updated)
Heritage works best as a shared local project from day one. Community engagement needs to occur alongside technical heritage overlay reviews.
Mar 35 min read
What Does a Heritage Overlay Mean for Your Property in Victoria?
Living in a Heritage Overlay in Victoria doesn't mean you can't renovate. It simply manages how change happens. Learn the rules for extensions, second storeys, and demolition under the Victoria Planning Provisions. We explain what "contributory" means, how to design concealed additions, and why you don't need to panic about internal controls. Read our guide for homeowners on navigating heritage constraints in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Feb 183 min read
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