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61 Coppin Street, Malvern East VIC 3145
The pool is illegal and you must fix it at your own cost after buying.
Registration, inspection, and barrier upgrades could cost $5,000-$15,000. Council can issue fines for non-compliance. The property cannot be legally sold again until the pool is compliant.
Get a pool compliance quote before signing and negotiate for the vendor to fix it or reduce the price by the compliance cost.
Special Condition 18 discloses that the property includes a swimming pool that has NOT been registered with Stonnington Council and has NOT been inspected for barrier compliance under the Building Regulations 2018. The vendor explicitly transfers all compliance costs and liability to the purchaser through Special Conditions 10 and 18.3.
Heritage Overlay HO133
HIGHPlanning Certificate dated 10 February 2026
Any external alteration to the property requires a planning permit with heritage assessment. This includes renovations, extensions, new structures, fences, painting, and significant tree removal.
Stonnington Council requires planning permit for external alterations under Clause 43.01 of the Planning Scheme. Heritage officer assessment required. Permit may be refused if works compromise heritage significance.
Renovation costs increase (heritage consultant fees $3,000-$10,000), approval timeframes extend (3-6 months typical), and some desired changes may be prohibited entirely. Even minor external works like replacing windows need permits.
Development Contributions Plan Overlay Schedule 1 (DCPO1)
MEDIUMPlanning Certificate dated 10 February 2026
Infrastructure contribution levies apply to certain development including subdivision, multi-dwelling development, or significant commercial development.
Stonnington Council collects development infrastructure levies under the overlay. Rates and triggers are set in the incorporated plan document.
Any future subdivision or multi-dwelling development will trigger additional council levies (typically $10,000-$50,000+ per new lot/dwelling). Affects development feasibility. Single dwelling alterations typically not affected.
Neighbourhood Residential Zone Schedule 2 (NRZ2)
LOWPlanning Certificate dated 10 February 2026
Residential zone with specific controls on building height, site coverage, and setbacks aimed at protecting neighbourhood character.
Maximum building height and site coverage limits apply. Specific setback requirements. ResCode standards for any new development.
Some development flexibility but must respect neighbourhood character objectives. Two-storey development generally acceptable subject to other overlays. Check specific NRZ2 schedule for detailed requirements.
| Category | Amount | Type | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamp Duty | $55,000-$60,000 estimated | One-time | Based on typical VIC rates for established home; first-home buyer exemptions may apply if eligible |
| Legal/Conveyancer Fees | $2,000–$3,500 estimated | One-time | For due diligence and settlement |
| Building & Pest Inspection | $600-$800 estimated | One-time | Strongly recommended given warranty exclusions |
| Structural Engineer Report | $1,500-$2,500 estimated | One-time | Essential for owner-builder wall removal assessment |
| Pool Compliance Costs | $5,000-$15,000 estimated | One-time | Registration, inspection, barrier upgrades |
| Smoke Alarm Compliance | $500-$1,500 estimated | One-time | Supply and installation to meet regulations |
| Council Rates | $5,032.10 | Recurring | Per Stonnington Council certificate for |
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