Planning Zones & Controls in Delahey, Victoria
Delahey is located within City of Brimbank (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 Delahey and the broader City of Brimbank area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Delahey 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 Delahey
Real application data for Delahey from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Brimbank actually supports here.
45
applications on record
7
permits issued
9
new dwellings proposed
70%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Delahey?
Delahey sits in City of Brimbank (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 Delahey carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Delahey
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Delahey and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Delahey?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 45 planning permit applications in Delahey since 2007, with 7 permits issued and 9 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 Brimbank supports in Delahey.
What can I build in Delahey?
What you can build in Delahey — 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 Delahey, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Delahey in?
Properties in Delahey are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Delahey. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Delahey?
Whether you need a planning approval in Delahey 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.