Planning Zones & Controls in Coburg North, Victoria
Coburg North is located within City of Merri-bek (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 Coburg North and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Coburg North 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 Coburg North
Real application data for Coburg North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
1,342
applications on record
562
permits issued
1,304
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 13 | 69 | 91 | 84 | 106 |
Notable recent applications
The use and development of land for two multi storey buildings (plus basement) containing retail spaces, dwell
718-724 sydney road · 2020 · Approved · 140 dwellings
64 lot subdivision and to remove all easements from ct vol.8155 fol.947
105 newlands road · 2021 · Approved · 64 lots
Sixty three (63) lot subdivision
52 bakers road · 2021 · Approved · 63 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Coburg North?
Coburg North sits in City of Merri-bek (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 Coburg North 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 Coburg North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Coburg North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,342 planning permit applications in Coburg North since 2005, with 562 permits issued and 1,304 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 Merri-bek supports in Coburg North.
What can I build in Coburg North?
What you can build in Coburg North — 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 Coburg North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Coburg North in?
Properties in Coburg North are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Coburg North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Coburg North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Coburg North 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.