Planning Zones & Controls in Burnley, Victoria
Burnley is located within City of Yarra (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 Burnley and the broader City of Yarra area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Burnley 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 Burnley
Real application data for Burnley from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Yarra actually supports here.
244
applications on record
86
permits issued
249
new dwellings proposed
91%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 4 | 13 | 12 | 22 | 20 |
Notable recent applications
Part demolition to allow for alterations and additions to the existing building, consisting of a residential d
45 gibdon st burnley 3121 · 2022 · Approved · 39 dwellings
Full demolition of existing buildings, the construction of ten townhouse dwellings, a vehicle crossover and a
27-31 gibdon st burnley 3121 · 2021 · Approved · 10 dwellings
Nine lot subdivision
60a gibdon st · 2019 · Approved · 9 lots
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Burnley?
Burnley sits in City of Yarra (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 Burnley carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Burnley
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Burnley and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Burnley?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 244 planning permit applications in Burnley since 2006, with 86 permits issued and 249 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 Yarra supports in Burnley.
What can I build in Burnley?
What you can build in Burnley — 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 Burnley, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Burnley in?
Properties in Burnley are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Burnley. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Burnley?
Whether you need a planning approval in Burnley 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.