06/03/2026
What is a public acquisition overlay (PAO)?
A PAO reserves land for a public purpose and indicates that your land has been designated for compulsory acquisition. The PAO may also restrict the use and development of your land. PAOs are a legislated planning tool and – once approved via a Planning Scheme Amendment – will form part of the Moorabool Planning Scheme.
There is no expiry date for PAOs. They can be placed on land indefinitely, until that land is required for its intended purpose. In future, if it is determined that your land is no longer required for the intended purpose, the PAO will be removed.