Planning Zones & Controls in Caulfield South, Victoria

Caulfield South is located within City of Glen Eira (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 Caulfield South and the broader City of Glen Eira area.

Overlays & controls

Properties in Caulfield South may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.

HOHeritage Overlay
DDODesign and Development Overlay
NCONeighbourhood Character Overlay
DPODevelopment Plan Overlay

Planning permit activity in Caulfield South

Real application data for Caulfield South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2000. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Glen Eira actually supports here.

1,219

applications on record

495

permits issued

804

new dwellings proposed

87%

of recorded outcomes got a permit

Year20222021202020192018
Applications2677477106

Notable recent applications

Construction of a multi-storey, mixed-use building comprising apartments and a supermarket, use of the land fo

371 hawthorn road · 2020 · Approved · 61 dwellings

Construction of a multi storey mixed use building (with 2 basement levels), comprising apartments and shops, u

380 hawthorn road · 2021 · Approved · 33 dwellings

28 lot subdivision

670 glen huntly road · 2019 · Approved · 28 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Caulfield South?

Caulfield South sits in City of Glen Eira (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 Caulfield South carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.

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Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Caulfield South and whether you need approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many planning permits have been approved in Caulfield South?

The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,219 planning permit applications in Caulfield South since 2000, with 495 permits issued and 804 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 Glen Eira supports in Caulfield South.

What can I build in Caulfield South?

What you can build in Caulfield South — 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 Caulfield South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.

What planning zone is Caulfield South in?

Properties in Caulfield South are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Caulfield South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.

Do I need a planning permit in Caulfield South?

Whether you need a planning approval in Caulfield South 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.