Special Use ZoneSUZ
Last updated: April 2026
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Purpose
To recognise or provide for the use and development of land for specific purposes as identified in the schedule.
Key Points
- Schedule defines permitted uses and development standards
- Highly tailored to the specific site and use
- Common for major facilities and infrastructure
Use Tables — Section 1, 2 & 3
Section 1 — No Permit Needed
- As specified in the schedule (varies by site)
Section 2 — Permit Required
- As specified in the schedule (varies by site)
Section 3 — Prohibited
- As specified in the schedule (varies by site)
Councils Where This Zone Is Common
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Frequently Asked Questions
What uses are permitted in the SUZ?
The SUZ schedule defines all permitted, discretionary, and prohibited uses for the specific site. There are no default use tables; everything is tailored to the particular purpose of the land. You must read the specific schedule that applies.
What kind of land is in the SUZ?
The SUZ is commonly applied to airports, racecourses, university campuses, military land, cemeteries, and other major facilities with unique land use requirements that do not fit standard zones.
Can I develop SUZ land?
Development opportunities depend entirely on the schedule. Some SUZ schedules are very permissive for the specified use, while others are restrictive. A planning permit is typically required for buildings and works.
Official Planning Provisions
View the full provisions for the Special Use Zone (Clause 37.01) on the Victorian Planning Provisions website.
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