Planning Zones & Controls in Braybrook, Victoria
Braybrook is located within City of Maribyrnong (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 Braybrook and the broader City of Maribyrnong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Braybrook 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 Braybrook
Real application data for Braybrook from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2000. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Maribyrnong actually supports here.
796
applications on record
130
permits issued
1,681
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 26 | 11 | 18 | 27 |
Notable recent applications
Multiple dwellings (2+)
2a beachley street · 2020 · Approved · 436 dwellings
Construction of four dwellings on a lot.
70 hargreaves crescent braybrook 3019 · 2021 · Approved · 4 dwellings
Construction of three dwellings on a lot
11 shepherd street · 2021 · No permit issued · 3 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Braybrook?
Braybrook sits in City of Maribyrnong (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 Braybrook carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Braybrook
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Braybrook and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Braybrook?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 796 planning permit applications in Braybrook since 2000, with 130 permits issued and 1,681 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 Maribyrnong supports in Braybrook.
What can I build in Braybrook?
What you can build in Braybrook — 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 Braybrook, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Braybrook in?
Properties in Braybrook are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Braybrook. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Braybrook?
Whether you need a planning approval in Braybrook 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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