Planning Zones & Controls in Camberwell, Victoria
Camberwell is located within City of Boroondara (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 Camberwell and the broader City of Boroondara area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Camberwell 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 Camberwell
Real application data for Camberwell from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1995. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Boroondara actually supports here.
3,636
applications on record
1,301
permits issued
3,143
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 17 | 149 | 212 | 225 | 218 |
Notable recent applications
Full demolition of the building at 853-861 burke rd and partial demolition of the building at 851 burke rd (cl
851 burke road · 2019 · No permit issued · 43 dwellings
Construction of a seven-storey mixed use development, constructed over three basement levels and alteration of
979 burke road · 2021 · No permit issued · 33 dwellings
Subdivision of land into forty four (44) lots in accordance with the previously approved development permit (s
585 burke road camberwell 3124 · 2021 · Approved · 43 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Camberwell?
Camberwell sits in City of Boroondara (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 Camberwell carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Camberwell
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Camberwell and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Camberwell?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 3,636 planning permit applications in Camberwell since 1995, with 1,301 permits issued and 3,143 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 Boroondara supports in Camberwell.
What can I build in Camberwell?
What you can build in Camberwell — 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 Camberwell, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Camberwell in?
Properties in Camberwell are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Camberwell. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Camberwell?
Whether you need a planning approval in Camberwell 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.
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