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Starting, expanding or buying a business

Are you starting, expanding or buying a business in Nillumbik? Council is here to help guide you through each step of the process.

You may need to get approval from Council to conduct certain business activities. This can include specific business permits or registrations for your business type.

Our step-by-step guide will ensure you've submitted all of the details correctly the first time. This will help speed up your business permit applications.

Council also has a dedicated Planning and Business Concierge Service to guide you through each step of the process.

Step 1: Prepare

Spend some time getting prepared, fill in our questionnaire and meet with Council to discuss your plans before you apply for permits or registrations.

Step 2: Apply

Depending on the type of business, you may need to apply for one or more permits. If you need a planning permit, you'll need to lodge this application first.