Planning Zones & Controls in Essendon North, Victoria
Essendon North is located within City of Moonee Valley (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 Essendon North and the broader City of Moonee Valley area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Essendon North 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 Essendon North
Real application data for Essendon North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2018. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Moonee Valley actually supports here.
66
applications on record
48
permits issued
343
new dwellings proposed
75%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 4 | 12 | 19 | 21 | 10 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of a six storey building, removal of an easement, reduction in car parking requirements, waiver o
144-158 keilor road · 2020 · Approved · 234 dwellings
Sixty six lot subdivision ps800465t
294-296 keilor road · 2019 · Approved · 65 dwellings · 65 lots
Six lot subdivision
29 dudley street · 2021 · Approved · 5 dwellings · 6 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Essendon North?
Essendon North sits in City of Moonee Valley (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 Essendon North 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 Essendon North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Essendon North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 66 planning permit applications in Essendon North since 2018, with 48 permits issued and 343 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 Moonee Valley supports in Essendon North.
What can I build in Essendon North?
What you can build in Essendon North — 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 Essendon North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Essendon North in?
Properties in Essendon North 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 Essendon North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Essendon North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Essendon North 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.