Miscellaneous 

Can a decision of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal VCAT on a planning matter be appealed?

Leia Doyle

Can a decision of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal VCAT on a planning matter be appealed?

You can appeal a VCAT decision at another court if you think that we made a mistake in the way we applied the law to your dispute.

What is the role of Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal VCAT?

The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) provides fair, efficient and affordable justice for the Victorian community. We do this by making decisions about a wide range of cases or by helping people to resolve disputes.

Does VCAT have civil jurisdiction?

Most of the lists in VCAT’s Civil Division are quite specialised. The very generality of the name “Civil Claims List”, however, while quite reasonable, is apt to give rise to some misapprehensions as to VCAT’s real jurisdiction. It does not have a general “civil” or “commercial” jurisdiction.

How does the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal work?

VCAT, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, resolves disputes and makes decisions. We tell you if we can help, give you fees and timeframes, and get you into the right application. When you get an application or notice about the start of a case, find out what this means and what to do next.

Can a court enforce a VCAT decision or order?

If the other party in your dispute does not follow the order that VCAT has given, you can enforce it through a court. We do not enforce a decision or order. You can appeal a VCAT decision at another court if you think that we made a mistake in the way we applied the law to your dispute. VCAT decisions are public and can be read by anyone.

How to choose the right case type for VCAT?

Choose the right case type for your dispute or application. We are redeveloping the VCAT website. Take a short survey to help us make it easier to use. Check the date, time and location of your hearing, mediation or compulsory conference. Find the right application form and learn about fees and time limits.

What are the functions of Tribunal Division 3?

Functions of the Tribunal Division 3–Review jurisdiction 45. Request for statement of reasons for decision 46. Decision-maker to give statement of reasons on request 47. The Tribunal may order statement of reasons to be given 48. How is review jurisdiction invoked?