Planning Zones & Controls in Fawkner, Victoria
Fawkner is located within City of Merri-bek (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 Fawkner and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Fawkner 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 Fawkner
Real application data for Fawkner from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
1,557
applications on record
677
permits issued
1,925
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 30 | 113 | 92 | 89 | 100 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of nine double storey dwellings
24 leighton crescent · 2020 · Approved · 8 dwellings · 2 lots
Development of eight dwellings (six double storey and two single storey dwellings)
1 james street · 2019 · Approved · 8 dwellings
Construction of six three storey dwellings and a reduction in the standard car parking requirements
108 jukes road fawkner 3060 · 2021 · No permit issued · 6 dwellings
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Fawkner?
Fawkner sits in City of Merri-bek (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 Fawkner carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Fawkner
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Fawkner and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Fawkner?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,557 planning permit applications in Fawkner since 2006, with 677 permits issued and 1,925 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 Merri-bek supports in Fawkner.
What can I build in Fawkner?
What you can build in Fawkner — 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 Fawkner, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Fawkner in?
Properties in Fawkner are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Fawkner. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Fawkner?
Whether you need a planning approval in Fawkner 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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