Planning Zones & Controls in East Warburton, Victoria
East Warburton is located within Yarra Ranges 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 East Warburton and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in East Warburton 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 Warburton
Real application data for East Warburton from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
203
applications on record
69
permits issued
38
new dwellings proposed
80%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 9 | 7 | 14 | 12 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Warburton?
East Warburton sits in Yarra Ranges 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 East Warburton carry heritage and bushfire 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 East Warburton and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in East Warburton?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 203 planning permit applications in East Warburton since 2006, with 69 permits issued and 38 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire supports in East Warburton.
What can I build in East Warburton?
What you can build in East Warburton — 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 Warburton, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is East Warburton in?
Properties in East Warburton are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within East Warburton. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in East Warburton?
Whether you need a planning approval in East Warburton 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.