Planning Zones & Controls in Fitzroy North, Victoria
Fitzroy North 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 North and the broader City of Yarra area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Fitzroy 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 Fitzroy North
Real application data for Fitzroy North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2002. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Yarra actually supports here.
1,952
applications on record
1,024
permits issued
1,213
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 34 | 154 | 168 | 188 | 195 |
Notable recent applications
Partial demolition for the use and development of the land for the construction of a part five, part seven sto
27-29 best st · 2021 · No permit issued · 90 dwellings
Use and development of the land for the construction of a multi-storey, mixed use development (including motor
267-269 queens pde · 2021 · No permit issued · 61 dwellings
71 lot subdivision
378-390 st georges rd fitzroy north 3068 · 2021 · Approved · 71 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Fitzroy North?
Fitzroy North 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 North carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Fitzroy North
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Fitzroy North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Fitzroy North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,952 planning permit applications in Fitzroy North since 2002, with 1,024 permits issued and 1,213 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 North.
What can I build in Fitzroy North?
What you can build in Fitzroy 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 Fitzroy North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Fitzroy North in?
Properties in Fitzroy North 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 North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Fitzroy North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Fitzroy 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.