Planning Zones & Controls in Blairgowrie, Victoria
Blairgowrie is located within Mornington Peninsula 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 Blairgowrie and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Blairgowrie 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 Blairgowrie
Real application data for Blairgowrie from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire actually supports here.
1,309
applications on record
460
permits issued
330
new dwellings proposed
89%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 16 | 89 | 90 | 77 | 92 |
Notable recent applications
Develop a second dwelling, subdivide the land into two lots and associated works generally in accordance with
250-252 melbourne road · 2020 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Blairgowrie?
Blairgowrie sits in Mornington Peninsula 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 Blairgowrie carry heritage, 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 Blairgowrie and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Blairgowrie?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,309 planning permit applications in Blairgowrie since 2006, with 460 permits issued and 330 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire supports in Blairgowrie.
What can I build in Blairgowrie?
What you can build in Blairgowrie — 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 Blairgowrie, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Blairgowrie in?
Properties in Blairgowrie are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Blairgowrie. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Blairgowrie?
Whether you need a planning approval in Blairgowrie 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.