Planning Zones & Controls in Cheltenham, Victoria
Cheltenham is located within City of Bayside (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 Cheltenham and the broader City of Bayside area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham
Real application data for Cheltenham from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1986. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Bayside actually supports here.
2,473
applications on record
1,182
permits issued
3,263
new dwellings proposed
93%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 23 | 134 | 117 | 162 |
Notable recent applications
In accordance with the endorsed plans development of the land for the construction of an eight (8) storey mixe
5 chesterville road · 2019 · Approved · 49 dwellings · 49 lots
In accordance with the endorsed plans to construct two or more dwellings on a lot
13 jellicoe street · 2019 · Approved · 28 dwellings · 30 lots
In accordance with the endorsed plans, develop the land for the construction of a five storey mixed use buildi
44 station road · 2019 · Approved · 39 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Cheltenham?
Cheltenham sits in City of Bayside (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 Cheltenham carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Cheltenham
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Cheltenham and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Cheltenham?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,473 planning permit applications in Cheltenham since 1986, with 1,182 permits issued and 3,263 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 Bayside supports in Cheltenham.
What can I build in Cheltenham?
What you can build in Cheltenham — 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 Cheltenham, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Cheltenham in?
Properties in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Cheltenham?
Whether you need a planning approval in Cheltenham 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.
Nearby suburbs
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