Planning Zones & Controls in Fitzroy, Victoria
Fitzroy is located within City of Yarra (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 Fitzroy and the broader City of Yarra area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Fitzroy 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 Fitzroy
Real application data for Fitzroy from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1998. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Yarra actually supports here.
3,034
applications on record
975
permits issued
2,142
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 42 | 176 | 167 | 149 | 168 |
Notable recent applications
Demolition of the existing building and construction of an 11-storey building (plus 4 basement levels), use of
Floor 1 fitzroy 3065 · 2020 · No permit issued · 108 dwellings
Part demolition and development of a mixed-use, multi-storey building and a reduction in the car parking requi
411-415 smith st fitzroy 3065 · 2019 · Approved · 71 dwellings
Demolition of the existing building and construction of a multi-storey building, use of the land for dwellings
Floor 1 fitzroy 3065 · 2022 · Approved · 65 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Fitzroy?
Fitzroy sits in City of Yarra (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 Fitzroy carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Fitzroy
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Fitzroy and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Fitzroy?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 3,034 planning permit applications in Fitzroy since 1998, with 975 permits issued and 2,142 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 Yarra supports in Fitzroy.
What can I build in Fitzroy?
What you can build in Fitzroy — 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 Fitzroy, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Fitzroy in?
Properties in Fitzroy are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Fitzroy. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Fitzroy?
Whether you need a planning approval in Fitzroy 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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