Planning Zones & Controls in Black Rock, Victoria
Black Rock is located within City of Bayside (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 Black Rock and the broader City of Bayside area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Black Rock 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 Black Rock
Real application data for Black Rock from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2004. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Bayside actually supports here.
564
applications on record
236
permits issued
62
new dwellings proposed
85%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 2 | 36 | 35 | 43 | 48 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of land (1 to 9 lots) four (4) lot subdivision
91 bluff road black rock 3193 · 2021 · Approved · 4 lots
Subdivision of land (1 to 9 lots) three (3) lot subdivision
1/10 mc gregor avenue · 2020 · Approved · 3 lots
Subdivision of land (1 to 9 lots) three (3) lot subdivision
33 bluff road · 2020 · Approved · 3 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Black Rock?
Black Rock sits in City of Bayside (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 Black Rock carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Black Rock
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Black Rock and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Black Rock?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 564 planning permit applications in Black Rock since 2004, with 236 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 City of Bayside supports in Black Rock.
What can I build in Black Rock?
What you can build in Black Rock — 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 Black Rock, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Black Rock in?
Properties in Black Rock 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 Black Rock. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Black Rock?
Whether you need a planning approval in Black Rock 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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