Planning Zones & Controls in Bangholme, Victoria
Bangholme is located within City of Greater Dandenong (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 Bangholme and the broader City of Greater Dandenong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Bangholme 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 Bangholme
Real application data for Bangholme from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2002. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Dandenong actually supports here.
225
applications on record
67
permits issued
213
new dwellings proposed
64%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 4 | 13 | 16 | 9 | 12 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of land into two (2) lots spear
250 fernside drive · 2020 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Bangholme?
Bangholme sits in City of Greater Dandenong (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 Bangholme carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Bangholme and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Bangholme?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 225 planning permit applications in Bangholme since 2002, with 67 permits issued and 213 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 Dandenong supports in Bangholme.
What can I build in Bangholme?
What you can build in Bangholme — 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 Bangholme, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Bangholme in?
Properties in Bangholme 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 Bangholme. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Bangholme?
Whether you need a planning approval in Bangholme 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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