Planning Zones & Controls in Fairfield, Victoria
Fairfield is located within City of Darebin (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 Fairfield and the broader City of Darebin area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Fairfield 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 Fairfield
Real application data for Fairfield from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2004. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Darebin actually supports here.
884
applications on record
254
permits issued
1,807
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 7 | 26 | 40 | 46 | 61 |
Notable recent applications
Partial demolition and use and development of the land for multi-level accommodation buildings; altering acces
224-256 heidelberg rd fairfield 3078 · 2022 · No permit issued · 334 dwellings
Twenty three (23) lot subdivision as shown on the plans accompanying the application
72a station street · 2019 · Approved · 23 dwellings · 23 lots
Fifteen (15) lot subdivision as shown on the plans accompanying the application
66 station street · 2019 · Approved · 15 dwellings · 15 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Fairfield?
Fairfield sits in City of Darebin (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 Fairfield carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Fairfield
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Fairfield and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Fairfield?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 884 planning permit applications in Fairfield since 2004, with 254 permits issued and 1,807 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 Darebin supports in Fairfield.
What can I build in Fairfield?
What you can build in Fairfield — 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 Fairfield, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Fairfield in?
Properties in Fairfield 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 Fairfield. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Fairfield?
Whether you need a planning approval in Fairfield 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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