Planning Zones & Controls in Bunyip, Victoria
Bunyip is located within Shire of Cardinia (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 Bunyip and the broader Shire of Cardinia area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Bunyip 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 Bunyip
Real application data for Bunyip from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2000. Local decisions are the best guide to what Shire of Cardinia actually supports here.
516
applications on record
257
permits issued
150
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 7 | 59 | 66 | 60 | 39 |
Notable recent applications
Development of the land for six (6) dwellings and subdivision of the land into three (3) lots, creation of a e
Hope street · 2019 · Approved · 6 dwellings · 3 lots
Use and development of the land for six (6) dwellings, demolition of two outbuildings, multi lot subdivision i
Main street (proposed 3 mary street) and 24 and 26 main stre · 2019 · Approved · 6 dwellings
Buildings and works associated with the construction of six (6) dwellings
13-15 hope street bunyip 3815 · 2022 · Approved · 6 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Bunyip?
Bunyip sits in Shire of Cardinia (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 Bunyip carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Bunyip?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 516 planning permit applications in Bunyip since 2000, with 257 permits issued and 150 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Shire of Cardinia supports in Bunyip.
What can I build in Bunyip?
What you can build in Bunyip — 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 Bunyip, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Bunyip in?
Properties in Bunyip are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Bunyip. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Bunyip?
Whether you need a planning approval in Bunyip 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.