Planning Zones & Controls in Donnybrook, Victoria
Donnybrook is located within City of Whittlesea (Victoria). The following planning zones and overlays are commonly found in this area.
Free property search
Search any property in Donnybrook on the map
Type an address — get the zone, overlays, hazards and a downloadable Snapshot PDF in seconds. No signup required.
Planning Zones
These zones are commonly applied to properties in Donnybrook and the broader City of Whittlesea area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Donnybrook 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 Donnybrook
Real application data for Donnybrook from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Whittlesea actually supports here.
135
applications on record
86
permits issued
5
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 39 | 22 | 21 | 10 |
Notable recent applications
Multi-lot subdivision staged, multi-lot subdivision,creation of restrictions, creation of access to a road zon
975 donnybrook road · 2020 · Approved · 127 lots
Multi lot subdivision and removal/creation of an easement multi lot subdivision; removal and creation of an ea
1085 donnybrook road · 2020 · Approved · 47 lots
Multi unit (1 - 4 dwellings) construction of four dwellings
1085 donnybrook road · 2020 · No permit issued · 4 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Donnybrook?
Donnybrook sits in City of Whittlesea (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 Donnybrook carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Donnybrook
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Donnybrook and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Donnybrook?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 135 planning permit applications in Donnybrook since 2006, with 86 permits issued and 5 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 Whittlesea supports in Donnybrook.
What can I build in Donnybrook?
What you can build in Donnybrook — 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 Donnybrook, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Donnybrook in?
Properties in Donnybrook are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Donnybrook. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Donnybrook?
Whether you need a planning approval in Donnybrook 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.