All Victorian alpine resorts are Crown land permanently reserved under Section 4 (1) of the Crown Land (Reserves) Act 1978. With the exception of 1 small parcel of freehold land within Mount Hotham.
The Alpine Resorts (Management) Act 1997 provides ARV with the power, with the approval of the Minister, to grant a lease of any Crown land in an alpine resort. The majority of facilities within the resorts occupy Crown land under leasehold, such as:
- club lodges
- apartments
- hotels
- retail operations
- medical centres
- telecommunications towers
- ski lifts.
These leases, which give the tenant the exclusive right to occupy the land for a specific term, play a critical role in facilitating the full range of experiences and services required to support visitors to the resorts.
Alpine Resorts Leasing Policy 2002
The Alpine Resorts Leasing Policy 2002 (the policy) provides a consistent framework for the leasing of Crown land in Victoria's alpine resorts.
The policy applies to all new leases and to prospective and existing lessees on Crown land within the 6 alpine resorts.
Alpine Resorts Leasing Policy and associated documents:
Policy review
The current Alpine Resorts Leasing Policy was developed more than 20 years ago. It has been under review since 2019 to ensure it reflects contemporary government and sector objectives for Victoria’s alpine resorts.
ARV, in partnership with the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) and key stakeholders, has reviewed and revised the policy to strengthen consistency, certainty and transparency across leasing arrangements and procedures. Community and sector feedback on the draft policy and procedures was sought in late 2025.
To view the draft policy and related procedures released for consultation, and updates on the policy review, please visit Engage Victoria.
The final Alpine Resorts Leasing Policy and Alpine Resort Lease Allocation Procedures are due to be released and implemented in mid-2026.
Leasing, licensing and asset management
Select a page below to find information about leasing, licensing and asset management across Victoria’s alpine resorts.
Licensing on Crown land
If you are looking to undertake an event, commercial operation or organised recreational activity within the resorts, you will need a licence to occupy and use Crown land. This is distinct from a lease; a licence is a non-exclusive use of Crown land.
Leasing process
How to apply for or renew a lease within an alpine resort, including eligibility, assessment and approval processes.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges that apply to leasing arrangements within Victoria’s alpine resorts.
Buying and selling
ARV’s approach to managing buying and selling activity and asset transactions across the alpine resorts.
Building licences and permits
Most building works and earthworks within alpine resorts require a planning permit and, in some cases, additional approvals.
Page last updated: 24/04/26