Planning Zones & Controls in Clifton Springs, Victoria
Clifton Springs is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 Clifton Springs and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Clifton Springs 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 Clifton Springs
Real application data for Clifton Springs from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
141
applications on record
67
permits issued
110
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 2 | 10 | 8 | 13 | 11 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of seven (7) dwellings and reduction of visitor car parking requirements
32-34 barongarook drive clifton springs 3222 · 2022 · Approved · 7 dwellings
Construction of four (4) dwellings and a four (4) lot subdivision
5-7 elanora way · 2020 · Approved · 4 dwellings · 3 lots
Buildings and works associated with the construction of a second dwelling and a four (4) lot subdivision
26 bay shore avenue · 2019 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Clifton Springs?
Clifton Springs sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 Clifton Springs carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Clifton Springs
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Clifton Springs and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Clifton Springs?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 141 planning permit applications in Clifton Springs since 2006, with 67 permits issued and 110 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 Greater Geelong supports in Clifton Springs.
What can I build in Clifton Springs?
What you can build in Clifton Springs — 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 Clifton Springs, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Clifton Springs in?
Properties in Clifton Springs are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Clifton Springs. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Clifton Springs?
Whether you need a planning approval in Clifton Springs 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.