Planning Zones & Controls in Carrum, Victoria
Carrum is located within City of Kingston (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 Carrum and the broader City of Kingston area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Carrum 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 Carrum
Real application data for Carrum from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1999. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Kingston actually supports here.
766
applications on record
375
permits issued
728
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 12 | 46 | 45 | 33 | 58 |
Notable recent applications
Develop the land for a mixed use development; construct a building in a design and development overlay 1, and
510 station street · 2019 · Approved · 22 dwellings
The construction of seven (7) double storey dwellings
531 station street · 2021 · Approved · 7 dwellings · 2 lots
Construction of six (6) dwellings and waiver of one (1) visitor car parking space
22 valetta street · 2019 · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Carrum?
Carrum sits in City of Kingston (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 Carrum carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Carrum
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Carrum and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Carrum?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 766 planning permit applications in Carrum since 1999, with 375 permits issued and 728 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 Kingston supports in Carrum.
What can I build in Carrum?
What you can build in Carrum — 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 Carrum, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Carrum in?
Properties in Carrum are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z), Industrial 2 Zone (IN2Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Carrum. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Carrum?
Whether you need a planning approval in Carrum 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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