Planning Zones & Controls in Croydon South, Victoria
Croydon South is located within City of Maroondah (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 Croydon South and the broader City of Maroondah area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Croydon South 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 Croydon South
Real application data for Croydon South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Maroondah actually supports here.
1,036
applications on record
415
permits issued
248
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 55 | 73 | 79 | 95 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of the land into 12 lots (following approved industrial development)
54-60 merrindale drive · 2020 · Approved · 11 lots
Construction of four dwellings, associated vegetation removal and subdivision of the land into 4 lots
15 yvonne avenue · 2020 · Approved · 3 dwellings · 3 lots
Construction of three double storey dwellings, associated vegetation removal and subdivision of the land into
39 blazey road · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Croydon South?
Croydon South sits in City of Maroondah (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:
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Croydon South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,036 planning permit applications in Croydon South since 2007, with 415 permits issued and 248 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 Maroondah supports in Croydon South.
What can I build in Croydon South?
What you can build in Croydon 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 Croydon South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Croydon South in?
Properties in Croydon 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 Croydon South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Croydon South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Croydon 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.