Planning Zones & Controls in Blackburn South, Victoria
Blackburn South is located within City of Whitehorse (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 Blackburn South and the broader City of Whitehorse area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Blackburn South 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 Blackburn South
Real application data for Blackburn South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1998. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Whitehorse actually supports here.
915
applications on record
405
permits issued
499
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 14 | 60 | 111 | 66 | 64 |
Notable recent applications
Development of the land for seven dwellings including associated creation of access into a road zone category
82 middleborough road · 2019 · Approved · 7 dwellings
Construction of eight double storey dwellings and vegetation removal
41-43 branksome grove · 2020 · Approved · 7 dwellings
Construction of five double storey dwellings, associated front fence and other works
25 holland road · 2019 · Approved · 4 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Blackburn South?
Blackburn South sits in City of Whitehorse (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 Blackburn South carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Blackburn South
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Blackburn South and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Blackburn South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 915 planning permit applications in Blackburn South since 1998, with 405 permits issued and 499 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 Whitehorse supports in Blackburn South.
What can I build in Blackburn South?
What you can build in Blackburn South — 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 Blackburn South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Blackburn South in?
Properties in Blackburn South are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Blackburn South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Blackburn South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Blackburn South 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.