Planning Zones & Controls in Dandenong South, Victoria
Dandenong South is located within City of Greater Dandenong (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 Dandenong South and the broader City of Greater Dandenong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Dandenong 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 Dandenong South
Real application data for Dandenong South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1997. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Dandenong actually supports here.
2,855
applications on record
1,123
permits issued
7
new dwellings proposed
85%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 20 | 153 | 148 | 175 | 170 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision x 40 (stage 2) in stages adjacent to a road zone category 1 and to create, vary and remove easemen
247-263 greens road · 2019 · Approved · 127 lots
Subdivision x 19 (stage 1) in stages adjacent to a road zone category 1 and to create, vary and remove easemen
247-263 greens road · 2019 · Approved · 105 lots
The subdivision of the land into ninety (90) lots - spear
793 taylors road · 2019 · No permit issued · 89 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Dandenong South?
Dandenong South sits in City of Greater Dandenong (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 Dandenong South carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Dandenong South
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Dandenong South and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Dandenong South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,855 planning permit applications in Dandenong South since 1997, with 1,123 permits issued and 7 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 Dandenong supports in Dandenong South.
What can I build in Dandenong South?
What you can build in Dandenong 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 Dandenong South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Dandenong South in?
Properties in Dandenong South are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z), Industrial 2 Zone (IN2Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Dandenong South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Dandenong South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Dandenong 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.