Planning Zones & Controls in Belgrave Heights, Victoria
Belgrave Heights is located within Yarra Ranges Shire (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 Belgrave Heights and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Belgrave Heights 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 Belgrave Heights
Real application data for Belgrave Heights from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
207
applications on record
73
permits issued
16
new dwellings proposed
82%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 17 | 14 | 11 | 11 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Belgrave Heights?
Belgrave Heights sits in Yarra Ranges Shire (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 Belgrave Heights carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Belgrave Heights
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Belgrave Heights and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Belgrave Heights?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 207 planning permit applications in Belgrave Heights since 2007, with 73 permits issued and 16 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire supports in Belgrave Heights.
What can I build in Belgrave Heights?
What you can build in Belgrave Heights — 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 Belgrave Heights, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Belgrave Heights in?
Properties in Belgrave Heights are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Belgrave Heights. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Belgrave Heights?
Whether you need a planning approval in Belgrave Heights 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.