Planning Zones & Controls in Brunswick West, Victoria
Brunswick West 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 West and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Brunswick West 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 West
Real application data for Brunswick West from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
1,454
applications on record
597
permits issued
3,629
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 21 | 74 | 67 | 66 | 109 |
Notable recent applications
Use and development of the land for three buildings (two 9-storey and one 8-storey) consisting dwellings, home
1-5 olive york way · 2020 · Approved · 325 dwellings
326 lot subdivision
1-5 olive york way · 2019 · Approved · 127 lots
To construct a four (4) storey building above basement that contains three (3) shops and 21 dwellings, a reduc
134-136 melville road · 2019 · Approved · 16 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 West?
Brunswick West 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 West carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Brunswick West
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Brunswick West and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Brunswick West?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,454 planning permit applications in Brunswick West since 2005, with 597 permits issued and 3,629 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 West.
What can I build in Brunswick West?
What you can build in Brunswick West — 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 West, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Brunswick West in?
Properties in Brunswick West 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 West. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Brunswick West?
Whether you need a planning approval in Brunswick West 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.