Planning Zones & Controls in Abbotsford, Victoria
Abbotsford is located within City of Yarra (Victoria). The following planning zones and overlays are commonly found in this area.
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Planning Zones
These zones are commonly applied to properties in Abbotsford and the broader City of Yarra area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Abbotsford may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.
Planning permit activity in Abbotsford
Real application data for Abbotsford from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Yarra actually supports here.
1,674
applications on record
526
permits issued
2,114
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 25 | 75 | 106 | 113 | 87 |
Notable recent applications
Partial demolition of the existing buildings for the construction of a multi-storey mixed-use building (with b
20-62 trenerry cres abbotsford 3067 · 2022 · Approved · 85 dwellings
Subdivision (ps 815384k) & removal of a drainage easement
247 johnston st · 2019 · Approved · 127 lots
Subdivision (ps 646634d /s20)
627 victoria st · 2020 · Approved · 127 lots
Source: Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS), records to mid-2023. Council participation varies by year; figures are indicative. “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.
What can you build in Abbotsford?
Abbotsford sits in City of Yarra (Victoria). What you can build — a granny flat, a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or an extension — depends on your property's zone and overlays. These guides set out the Victoria rules for the most common projects:
Heads up: parts of Abbotsford carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Abbotsford
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Abbotsford and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Abbotsford?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,674 planning permit applications in Abbotsford since 2003, with 526 permits issued and 2,114 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what City of Yarra supports in Abbotsford.
What can I build in Abbotsford?
What you can build in Abbotsford — such as a granny flat (secondary dwelling), a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or a house extension — depends on your property's planning zone and any overlays, together with the Victoria planning rules. See the project guides above for Abbotsford, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Abbotsford in?
Properties in Abbotsford are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Abbotsford. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Abbotsford?
Whether you need a planning approval in Abbotsford depends on the zone your property is in, any overlays that apply, and the type of work you are proposing. Most new dwellings, extensions, subdivisions, and changes of use require approval. Some minor works may be exempt or "accepted development" depending on the zone and overlay controls. Use our free tools to check your specific situation.
How do I find my property's planning zone?
You can find your property's planning zone by searching your address on VicPlan, the official Victoria planning map. It shows the zone, overlays, and other planning controls that apply to any property in Victoria.
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