TUD+ Briefing | Victoria’s New Infrastructure Contributions Regime
What the new activity centre charges mean for development feasibilities
Victoria is introducing a new infrastructure contributions system across Melbourne’s train and tram zone activity centres, creating a significant new consideration for development feasibility.
Under the proposed framework, developers will contribute $11,350 per new dwelling, alongside new charges for commercial and industrial development, to fund transport, parks, community facilities and other infrastructure.
With the first charges expected from January 2027, this TUD+ Briefing will unpack where the new regime applies, how contributions will be calculated and paid, transitional arrangements and the potential implications for project feasibility and land values.
For developers with projects or sites within Melbourne’s activity centres, the session will outline what you need to know—and what you should be considering now.
Speaker
Ratio director of planning Simon Martin
Ratio director Simon Martin is a statutory planner with more than 20 years’ experience across Australia and the UK. He advises on development feasibility, due diligence and planning approvals for residential, commercial, mixed-use and industrial projects.
What you will learn
Where Victoria’s new infrastructure contributions regime will apply across Melbourne’s train and tram zone activity centres.
How the proposed charges will be calculated for residential, commercial and industrial development.
When contributions will be payable and how payment arrangements may work.
The proposed transitional arrangements ahead of the January 2027 commencement.
How the new charges could affect project feasibility, land values and acquisition decisions.
What developers and landowners should be considering now.
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