Planning Zones & Controls in Edithvale, Victoria
Edithvale is located within City of Kingston (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 Edithvale and the broader City of Kingston area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Edithvale 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 Edithvale
Real application data for Edithvale from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1998. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Kingston actually supports here.
1,015
applications on record
538
permits issued
1,167
new dwellings proposed
93%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 12 | 66 | 55 | 72 | 88 |
Notable recent applications
In accordance with the endorsed plans construction of ten dwellings on land comprised in two lots construction
19 northcliffe road · 2019 · Approved · 10 dwellings · 10 lots
Develop the land for the construction of ten (10) double storey dwellings
30 edithvale road · 2020 · Approved · 16 dwellings
In accordance with the endorsed plans the construction of a three storey building
7 edithvale road edithvale 3196 · 2022 · Approved · 16 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Edithvale?
Edithvale sits in City of Kingston (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 Edithvale carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Edithvale
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Edithvale and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Edithvale?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,015 planning permit applications in Edithvale since 1998, with 538 permits issued and 1,167 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 Kingston supports in Edithvale.
What can I build in Edithvale?
What you can build in Edithvale — 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 Edithvale, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Edithvale in?
Properties in Edithvale are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z), Industrial 2 Zone (IN2Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Edithvale. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Edithvale?
Whether you need a planning approval in Edithvale 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.
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