Independent rural planning consultants

Farm Management Plans for Rural Victoria

Clear, practical planning support for agricultural land.

What is a Farm Management Plan?

A Farm Management Plan (FMP) brings together the agricultural, land management and planning context of a rural property. It can help demonstrate how land is or will be productively managed and how a proposed development relates to the agricultural use of the property.

When might you need one?

  • A planning application for a dwelling on Farming Zone or other rural land
  • A planning application involving a new or changed agricultural use
  • Responding to a council request for further information about the proposed farming operation
  • Supporting a rural planning proposal where agricultural or land-management information is required
Learn more about FMPs
Our 4-step process

A straightforward way to get from enquiry to report

1

Review

We review the property, proposal, council correspondence and available information to confirm the scope.

2

Assess

We assess the planning context, mapping and property information. A site visit is arranged where useful or required.

3

Prepare

We prepare a property-specific plan, mapping and management information around the proposed agricultural use.

4

Deliver

You receive the final report ready to include with the relevant planning material, with follow-up support if needed.

Other services

Related rural planning and property support

Alongside Farm Management Plans, we provide related rural planning, land management and property advice where it can help move a project forward.

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BAL Assessments

Bushfire Attack Level assessment support. Enquire about current availability.

Bushfire Management Statements

Bushfire planning documentation and specialist coordination where required.

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Land Management Plans

Practical plans for weeds, pasture, erosion, vegetation and ongoing land management.

Rural Property Management & Advice

Practical advice for small farms and rural landholders on pasture, weeds, paddocks, property improvements and ongoing management.

Frequently Asked Questions

Start with the questions most landowners ask

Do I need a Farm Management Plan?
Not every rural planning application requires one. It depends on the proposal, zoning, relevant planning policy and what the responsible council needs to assess the application.
How much does a Farm Management Plan cost?
The scope varies between properties and applications. We review the property and proposal first and then provide a clear quote.
How long does it take?
Timing depends on complexity, available information and whether a site visit or other specialist input is required. An expected timeframe is provided with the quote.
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Based in South West Victoria
Working with rural landowners across Victoria
IndependentPractical, property-specific advice
ClearReports written for real planning applications
Rural focusAgriculture, land management and rural planning