Planning Zones & Controls in East Geelong, Victoria
East Geelong is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 East Geelong and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in East Geelong 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 East Geelong
Real application data for East Geelong from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
475
applications on record
234
permits issued
123
new dwellings proposed
95%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 36 | 34 | 27 | 39 |
Notable recent applications
Extension to existing shop with a reduction in the standard car parking requirement, use and development of th
57 st albans road · 2019 · Approved · 5 dwellings · 4 lots
Partial demolition and buildings and works associated with the extension of existing dwellings on a lot, build
6/24 anderson street · 2019 · Approved · 6 dwellings
Demolition and development of the land for three (3) dwellings and three (3) lot subdivision
2 lomond terrace east geelong 3219 · 2022 · Approved · 3 dwellings · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 East Geelong?
East Geelong sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 East Geelong carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in East Geelong
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in East Geelong and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in East Geelong?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 475 planning permit applications in East Geelong since 2007, with 234 permits issued and 123 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 Geelong supports in East Geelong.
What can I build in East Geelong?
What you can build in East Geelong — 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 East Geelong, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is East Geelong in?
Properties in East Geelong are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within East Geelong. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in East Geelong?
Whether you need a planning approval in East Geelong 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.