Planning Zones & Controls in Eltham, Victoria
Eltham is located within Shire of Nillumbik (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 Eltham and the broader Shire of Nillumbik area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Eltham 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 Eltham
Real application data for Eltham from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2002. Local decisions are the best guide to what Shire of Nillumbik actually supports here.
3,007
applications on record
952
permits issued
1,705
new dwellings proposed
80%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 44 | 215 | 166 | 180 |
Notable recent applications
Amendment to permit condition 1)b) and endorsed plans to alter extenral caldding materials in accordance with
26 pryor street · 2019 · Approved · 82 dwellings
Buildings and works for two, six storey mixed use buildings, a reduction in the standard car parking requireme
25 dudley street · 2019 · No permit issued · 67 dwellings
82 lot subdivision
30 pryor street · 2019 · Approved · 81 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Eltham?
Eltham sits in Shire of Nillumbik (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 Eltham carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Eltham
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Eltham and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Eltham?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 3,007 planning permit applications in Eltham since 2002, with 952 permits issued and 1,705 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Shire of Nillumbik supports in Eltham.
What can I build in Eltham?
What you can build in Eltham — 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 Eltham, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Eltham in?
Properties in Eltham are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), RCZ (RCZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Eltham. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Eltham?
Whether you need a planning approval in Eltham 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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