Planning Zones & Controls in Ascot Vale, Victoria
Ascot Vale is located within City of Moonee Valley (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 Ascot Vale and the broader City of Moonee Valley area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Ascot Vale 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 Ascot Vale
Real application data for Ascot Vale from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Moonee Valley actually supports here.
1,790
applications on record
690
permits issued
2,893
new dwellings proposed
77%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 22 | 118 | 107 | 111 | 116 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of six multi-storey apartment buildings and reduction in car parking in an environmental signific
1/ 24 dunlop avenue · 2019 · No permit issued · 200 dwellings
Stage 1 of a staged subdivision (82 lots and a stage lot) ps824909x
327-337 mt alexander road · 2019 · Approved · 82 dwellings · 82 lots
Demolish buildings, including verandahs, and construct buildings and works comprising a mixed-use development
327-337 mt alexander road · 2019 · No permit issued · 79 dwellings
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Ascot Vale?
Ascot Vale sits in City of Moonee Valley (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 Ascot Vale carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Ascot Vale
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Ascot Vale and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Ascot Vale?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,790 planning permit applications in Ascot Vale since 2006, with 690 permits issued and 2,893 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 Moonee Valley supports in Ascot Vale.
What can I build in Ascot Vale?
What you can build in Ascot Vale — 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 Ascot Vale, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Ascot Vale in?
Properties in Ascot Vale are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Ascot Vale. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Ascot Vale?
Whether you need a planning approval in Ascot Vale 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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