Planning Zones & Controls in Epping, Victoria
Epping is located within City of Whittlesea (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 Epping and the broader City of Whittlesea area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Epping 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 Epping
Real application data for Epping from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1991. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Whittlesea actually supports here.
2,332
applications on record
1,022
permits issued
1,948
new dwellings proposed
93%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 57 | 197 | 248 | 225 | 175 |
Notable recent applications
Residential multi lot subdivision
3 scanlon drive · 2019 · Approved · 60 lots
Multi unit (1 - 4 dwellings)
10 graystone court · 2019 · Approved · 20 dwellings · 20 lots
Subdivision of land
25 trafalgar road · 2021 · Approved · 46 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Epping?
Epping sits in City of Whittlesea (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 Epping carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Epping
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Epping and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Epping?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,332 planning permit applications in Epping since 1991, with 1,022 permits issued and 1,948 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 Whittlesea supports in Epping.
What can I build in Epping?
What you can build in Epping — 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 Epping, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Epping in?
Properties in Epping are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Epping. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Epping?
Whether you need a planning approval in Epping 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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