Planning Zones & Controls in Aspendale, Victoria
Aspendale is located within City of Kingston (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 Aspendale and the broader City of Kingston area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Aspendale 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 Aspendale
Real application data for Aspendale from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Kingston actually supports here.
771
applications on record
392
permits issued
656
new dwellings proposed
93%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 16 | 52 | 47 | 48 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivide the land into twenty-six (26) lots - stage 2
1 1a foster street · 2021 · Approved · 26 lots
The development of nineteen (19) dwellings and basement parking
104 station street · 2020 · Approved · 17 dwellings
Use and development of the land for two storey built form comprising multiple dwellings, in accordance with th
1a foster street · 2020 · Approved · 14 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Aspendale?
Aspendale sits in City of Kingston (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 Aspendale carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Aspendale
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Aspendale and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Aspendale?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 771 planning permit applications in Aspendale since 2006, with 392 permits issued and 656 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 Kingston supports in Aspendale.
What can I build in Aspendale?
What you can build in Aspendale — 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 Aspendale, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Aspendale in?
Properties in Aspendale are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z), Industrial 2 Zone (IN2Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Aspendale. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Aspendale?
Whether you need a planning approval in Aspendale 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.