Planning Zones & Controls in Altona North, Victoria
Altona North is located within City of Hobsons Bay (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 Altona North and the broader City of Hobsons Bay area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Altona North 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 Altona North
Real application data for Altona North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1970. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Hobsons Bay actually supports here.
2,410
applications on record
1,555
permits issued
2,573
new dwellings proposed
91%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 36 | 154 | 158 | 177 | 217 |
Notable recent applications
The staged construction of buildings and works for the development of dwellings with associated roads, vehicle
Kyle rd · 2020 · Approved · 277 dwellings
Buildings and works - 286 dwellings
8-38 kyle rd altona north 3025 · 2021 · Approved · 277 dwellings
Staged multi-lot residential subdivision (286 lots), including subdivision of land adjacent to a road zone cat
Kyle rd · 2020 · Approved · 99 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Altona North?
Altona North sits in City of Hobsons Bay (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 Altona North carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Altona North
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Altona North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Altona North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,410 planning permit applications in Altona North since 1970, with 1,555 permits issued and 2,573 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 Hobsons Bay supports in Altona North.
What can I build in Altona North?
What you can build in Altona North — 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 Altona North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Altona North in?
Properties in Altona North are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Altona North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Altona North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Altona North 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.