Planning Zones & Controls in Beaconsfield, Victoria
Beaconsfield is located within Shire of Cardinia (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 Beaconsfield and the broader Shire of Cardinia area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Beaconsfield 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 Beaconsfield
Real application data for Beaconsfield from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1988. Local decisions are the best guide to what Shire of Cardinia actually supports here.
509
applications on record
239
permits issued
452
new dwellings proposed
80%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 12 | 41 | 42 | 50 | 36 |
Notable recent applications
Use and development of the land for dwellings in stages, reduction of visitor car parking requirements and sub
215a princes highway beaconsfield 3807 · 2022 · Approved · 108 dwellings · 108 lots
Development of the land for dwellings, subdivision of land, alteration of access to a road zone category 1 and
16 may road · 2019 · Approved · 31 dwellings
Construction of two or more dwellings on a lot and dispensation of the visitor car parking requirement.
7 pink hill boulevard · 2020 · Approved · 21 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Beaconsfield?
Beaconsfield sits in Shire of Cardinia (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 Beaconsfield carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Beaconsfield
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Beaconsfield and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Beaconsfield?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 509 planning permit applications in Beaconsfield since 1988, with 239 permits issued and 452 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Shire of Cardinia supports in Beaconsfield.
What can I build in Beaconsfield?
What you can build in Beaconsfield — 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 Beaconsfield, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Beaconsfield in?
Properties in Beaconsfield are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Beaconsfield. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Beaconsfield?
Whether you need a planning approval in Beaconsfield 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.
Nearby suburbs
Other suburbs in Shire of Cardinia:
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