Planning Zones & Controls in Deepdene, Victoria
Deepdene is located within City of Boroondara (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 Deepdene and the broader City of Boroondara area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Deepdene 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 Deepdene
Real application data for Deepdene from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2004. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Boroondara actually supports here.
258
applications on record
118
permits issued
231
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 14 | 23 | 24 | 13 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of land into twelve (12) lots in accordance with the previously approved development permit
918 burke road · 2021 · Approved · 11 lots
Use of the land for dwellings; construction of a building comprising a shop and four (4) dwellings; and the co
39 whitehorse road · 2019 · No permit issued · 3 dwellings
Construction of four (4) dwellings on a lot and alteration of access to a road in a road zone, category 1 (whi
146 whitehorse road · 2019 · Approved · 3 dwellings
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Deepdene?
Deepdene sits in City of Boroondara (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 Deepdene 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 Deepdene and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Deepdene?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 258 planning permit applications in Deepdene since 2004, with 118 permits issued and 231 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 Boroondara supports in Deepdene.
What can I build in Deepdene?
What you can build in Deepdene — 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 Deepdene, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Deepdene in?
Properties in Deepdene are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Deepdene. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Deepdene?
Whether you need a planning approval in Deepdene 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.