Planning Zones & Controls in Brunswick East, Victoria
Brunswick East 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 East and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Brunswick East 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 East
Real application data for Brunswick East from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2001. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
1,633
applications on record
685
permits issued
9,462
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 32 | 95 | 102 | 92 | 112 |
Notable recent applications
Staged construction of buildings and works comprising the development of the land for ten buildings (five 5 st
129 nicholson street · 2021 · Approved · 152 dwellings
Staged construction of buildings and works comprising the development of the land for ten buildings (five 5 st
127-151 nicholson street · 2019 · Approved · 152 dwellings
Staged construction of buildings and works comprising the development of the land for ten buildings (five 5 st
127 nicholson street · 2021 · Approved · 152 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 East?
Brunswick East 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 East carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Brunswick East
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Brunswick East and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Brunswick East?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,633 planning permit applications in Brunswick East since 2001, with 685 permits issued and 9,462 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 East.
What can I build in Brunswick East?
What you can build in Brunswick East — 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 East, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Brunswick East in?
Properties in Brunswick East 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 East. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Brunswick East?
Whether you need a planning approval in Brunswick East 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.