Planning Zones & Controls in Dromana, Victoria
Dromana is located within Mornington Peninsula Shire (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 Dromana and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Dromana 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 Dromana
Real application data for Dromana from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire actually supports here.
2,228
applications on record
775
permits issued
1,333
new dwellings proposed
84%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 16 | 120 | 146 | 167 | 168 |
Notable recent applications
To develop a three (3) storey apartment building comprising 66 apartments, and basement car park, vegetation r
329 point nepean road · 2019 · No permit issued · 65 dwellings
The construction of eight dwellings with a basement
18-20 harrison street dromana 3936 · 2022 · Approved · 8 dwellings · 7 lots
Use and development of twelve (12) dwellings (three-storey) and associated works generally in accordance with
32 gibson street · 2019 · No permit issued · 12 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Dromana?
Dromana sits in Mornington Peninsula Shire (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 Dromana carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Dromana
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Dromana and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Dromana?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,228 planning permit applications in Dromana since 2006, with 775 permits issued and 1,333 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire supports in Dromana.
What can I build in Dromana?
What you can build in Dromana — 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 Dromana, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Dromana in?
Properties in Dromana are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Dromana. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Dromana?
Whether you need a planning approval in Dromana 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.
Nearby suburbs
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