Planning permit for subdivision
Applications for planning permits for the subdivision of land require our consent, as a referral authority.
Planning permit for development
Applications for planning permits for the development of a site may be referred to Melbourne Water for a Section 72 amendment or a secondary consent amendment pathway.
Drainage conditions for a site
If you are developing or subdividing land you may be required to apply for an offer in order to enter into an agreement with us to meet our drainage conditions.
Certification of plan of subdivision
Councils refer an application to subdivide land to relevant referral authorities, including Melbourne Water.
Building permit
Building surveyors must consult with Melbourne Water prior to issuing a building permit.
Pre-development advice
Get our pre-development advice early to avoid unnecessary costs and delays when applying to your council for a planning or building permit.
Spartina management in Western Port estuaries
We’re undertaking a ten-year program to completely eradicate Spartina, an introduced grass species, from Western Port by 2025.
Mosquito monitoring and control at Seaford Wetlands
During the warmer months we monitor mosquito larvae at the Seaford Wetlands and coordinate actions to control outbreaks.
Better Environment Plan
Improving the health of Dandenong Creek’s middle corridor by fostering innovation in pollution reduction and enhancing biodiversity and connectivity. After a successful Phase 1 and 2 of the Enhancing our Dandenong Creek program, Melbourne Water will continue to deliver through a Better Environment Plan for the middle corridor of Dandenong Creek.