Subdivision and Development

Hello guys,

I recently bought a house on a 780 sqm block in Pakenham.

The house is a small 3 BR leaving it with a 15m x 25m back yard.

I am planning to subdivide the land and built a town house or a unit in the rear yard.

I am not quite sure where to start this process and how to go about it.

What should be my first step?

How much further funds I should allocate for this project?

What is the time frame?

I have checked with the local council and they have advised that the street has had sub divisons but nothing can be approved until an application is submitted.

Thank you fellas.

Cheers