Planning Zones & Controls in Coolaroo, Victoria
Coolaroo is located within City of Hume (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 Coolaroo and the broader City of Hume area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Coolaroo 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 Coolaroo
Real application data for Coolaroo from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Hume actually supports here.
442
applications on record
145
permits issued
83
new dwellings proposed
82%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 7 | 30 | 23 | 21 | 33 |
Notable recent applications
44 lot subdivision ps 709155t
1500 pascoe vale rd · 2020 · Approved · 42 lots
Development of three double storey dwellings and subdivision of the land
7 lovat ct · 2021 · Approved · 3 dwellings · 3 lots
5 lot subdivision ps 749340x
360-390 barry rd · 2021 · No permit issued · 7 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Coolaroo?
Coolaroo sits in City of Hume (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 Coolaroo carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Coolaroo
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Coolaroo and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Coolaroo?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 442 planning permit applications in Coolaroo since 2005, with 145 permits issued and 83 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 Hume supports in Coolaroo.
What can I build in Coolaroo?
What you can build in Coolaroo — 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 Coolaroo, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Coolaroo in?
Properties in Coolaroo are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Coolaroo. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Coolaroo?
Whether you need a planning approval in Coolaroo 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.