Planning Zones & Controls in Elsternwick, Victoria
Elsternwick is located within City of Glen Eira (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 Elsternwick and the broader City of Glen Eira area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Elsternwick 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 Elsternwick
Real application data for Elsternwick from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Glen Eira actually supports here.
1,546
applications on record
614
permits issued
1,304
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 8 | 100 | 112 | 96 | 97 |
Notable recent applications
163 lot subdivision on land affected by a heritage overlay (ho72), and design and development overlay (ddo10)
Shop1441 glen huntly road · 2019 · Approved · 127 lots
38 lot subdivision on land affected by a heritage overlay (ho72) and design and development overlay (dd010)
411 glen huntly road · 2020 · Approved · 38 lots
37 lot subdivision on land affected by a heritage overlay (ho72) and design and development overlay (dd010)
411 glen huntly road · 2021 · Approved · 37 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Elsternwick?
Elsternwick sits in City of Glen Eira (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 Elsternwick carry heritage 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 Elsternwick and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Elsternwick?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,546 planning permit applications in Elsternwick since 2006, with 614 permits issued and 1,304 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 Glen Eira supports in Elsternwick.
What can I build in Elsternwick?
What you can build in Elsternwick — 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 Elsternwick, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Elsternwick in?
Properties in Elsternwick are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Elsternwick. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Elsternwick?
Whether you need a planning approval in Elsternwick 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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