Planning Zones & Controls in Beaconsfield Upper, Victoria
Beaconsfield Upper 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 Upper and the broader Shire of Cardinia area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Beaconsfield Upper 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 Upper
Real application data for Beaconsfield Upper from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1995. Local decisions are the best guide to what Shire of Cardinia actually supports here.
596
applications on record
268
permits issued
62
new dwellings proposed
82%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 9 | 55 | 45 | 36 | 44 |
Notable recent applications
Vegetation removal
201 quamby road · 2021 · No permit issued · 80 lots
Subdivision of land in to two (2) lots and vegetation removal
3 morris road · 2020 · Approved · 2 lots
Subdivision of the land into two (2) lots and vegetation removal
56 stoney creek road · 2021 · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Beaconsfield Upper?
Beaconsfield Upper 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 Upper carry bushfire 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 Beaconsfield Upper and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Beaconsfield Upper?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 596 planning permit applications in Beaconsfield Upper since 1995, with 268 permits issued and 62 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 Upper.
What can I build in Beaconsfield Upper?
What you can build in Beaconsfield Upper — 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 Upper, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Beaconsfield Upper in?
Properties in Beaconsfield Upper 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 Upper. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Beaconsfield Upper?
Whether you need a planning approval in Beaconsfield Upper 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.