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If you’re planning to build more than one dwelling on a residential lot in Knox, you must meet planning requirements under local and state planning controls. These include zoning rules, overlays and design, amenity and sustainability standards. 

Learn how Knox City Council is helping households and businesses lower energy bills and cut carbon emissions. Access Solar Savers, Business Energy Savers, EV charging info and free energy-saving kits. 

Knox City Council, Knox Environment Society and our community have joined up to create Gardens for Wildlife (G4W).

The program helps residents and businesses support native wildlife by creating suitable habitat.

Information on issues with overgrown tree branches, plants and foliage from private property, including how to report overhanging vegetation hazards.

Needles and syringes must be disposed of safely in syringe (or 'sharps') containers.

Don't throw away sharps containers with general or recyclable rubbish, or green waste.

Chemical fires, smoke or spills can release chemicals and smoke into the air.

Smoke and toxic air can cause serious harm if you breathe it in.

Knox Fest is a free community event that was held on Saturday 28 February 2026 at Wally Tew Reserve, Ferntree Gully.

The Public Interest Disclosures Act 2012 (Vic) ensures that people who report improper conduct and corruption in the Victorian public sector can do so knowing they will be protected.

Learn about the Leisure Minor Capital Works Grant Scheme and how to apply.

The Knox Multicultural Advisory Committee advises Council on multicultural issues and the promotion of cultural diversity.

It’s made up of Councillors, Council officers and community members from culturally diverse communities and professionals who work in multicultural services.

Knox City Council has developed the Green Areas and Rural Strategy (GARS) to cover areas that are of environmental, recreational, agricultural, rural living and landscape significance to the community.

The Knox Parking Policy provides a framework for parking management in Knox.