Planning Zones & Controls in Armstrong Creek, Victoria
Armstrong Creek is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 Armstrong Creek and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Armstrong Creek 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 Armstrong Creek
Real application data for Armstrong Creek from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2011. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
232
applications on record
185
permits issued
199
new dwellings proposed
90%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 5 | 37 | 40 | 27 | 35 |
Notable recent applications
Multi-lot staged subdivision, removal of native vegetation, demolition of a building in the heritage overlay,
Parent - 4-100 harriott road · 2019 · Approved · 547 lots
Multi-lot staged subdivision, removal of native vegetation, demolition of a building in the heritage overlay,
Parent - 4-100 harriott road armstrong creek 3217 · 2021 · Approved · 547 lots
Staged multi lot subdivision
382-420 boundary road armstrong creek 3217 · 2022 · Approved · 152 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Armstrong Creek?
Armstrong Creek sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 Armstrong Creek carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Armstrong Creek
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Armstrong Creek and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Armstrong Creek?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 232 planning permit applications in Armstrong Creek since 2011, with 185 permits issued and 199 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 Greater Geelong supports in Armstrong Creek.
What can I build in Armstrong Creek?
What you can build in Armstrong Creek — 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 Armstrong Creek, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Armstrong Creek in?
Properties in Armstrong Creek are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Armstrong Creek. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Armstrong Creek?
Whether you need a planning approval in Armstrong Creek 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.