Planning Zones & Controls in Brunswick, Victoria
Brunswick is located within City of Merri-bek (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 Brunswick and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Brunswick 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 Brunswick
Real application data for Brunswick from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
4,017
applications on record
1,611
permits issued
11,869
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 57 | 210 | 231 | 220 | 256 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of two apartment buildings and one single storey building (with roof top terrace) over two levels
395 albert street brunswick 3056 · 2022 · Approved · 527 dwellings
Demolition of a heritage building and construction of a development comprising 255 dwellings, use of the land
701 park street · 2020 · No permit issued · 255 dwellings
Development of the land for 7 buildings, with a maximum height of 9 storeys, use of the land for dwellings and
1 duckett street · 2019 · Approved · 210 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Brunswick?
Brunswick sits in City of Merri-bek (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 Brunswick carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Brunswick
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Brunswick and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Brunswick?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 4,017 planning permit applications in Brunswick since 2003, with 1,611 permits issued and 11,869 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 Merri-bek supports in Brunswick.
What can I build in Brunswick?
What you can build in Brunswick — 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 Brunswick, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Brunswick in?
Properties in Brunswick are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Brunswick. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Brunswick?
Whether you need a planning approval in Brunswick 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.
Nearby suburbs
Other suburbs in City of Merri-bek:
Elsewhere in Victoria: