Planning Zones & Controls in Balwyn North, Victoria
Balwyn North is located within City of Boroondara (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 Balwyn North and the broader City of Boroondara area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Balwyn 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 Balwyn North
Real application data for Balwyn North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2000. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Boroondara actually supports here.
2,025
applications on record
725
permits issued
1,460
new dwellings proposed
85%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 19 | 83 | 112 | 104 | 108 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision into 32 lots (including car parking and storage) in accordance with previously approved developme
263 balwyn road · 2019 · Approved · 32 lots
Construction of twelve (12) apartments over two lots and alteration of access to a road zone category 1 (rdz1)
125 doncaster road balwyn north 3104 · 2022 · No permit issued · 10 dwellings
Construction of a three-storey apartment development comprising ten (10) dwellings and alteration of access to
1068 burke road balwyn north 3104 · 2021 · Approved · 10 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Balwyn North?
Balwyn North sits in City of Boroondara (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 Balwyn North carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Balwyn North
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Balwyn North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Balwyn North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,025 planning permit applications in Balwyn North since 2000, with 725 permits issued and 1,460 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 Boroondara supports in Balwyn North.
What can I build in Balwyn North?
What you can build in Balwyn 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 Balwyn North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Balwyn North in?
Properties in Balwyn North are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Balwyn North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Balwyn North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Balwyn 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.