Planning Zones & Controls in Flinders, Victoria
Flinders is located within Mornington Peninsula Shire (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 Flinders and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Flinders 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 Flinders
Real application data for Flinders from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire actually supports here.
1,165
applications on record
410
permits issued
339
new dwellings proposed
89%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 12 | 56 | 74 | 64 | 81 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of land
46 eastern grey rise · 2019 · Approved · 12 lots
Subdivision of the land into six (6) lots, removal of vegetation and associated works generally in accordance
46-48 king street · 2020 · Approved · 6 lots
The subdivision of the land into two (2) lots, the development of two dwellings, and associated works in accor
41a cook street flinders 3929 · 2022 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Flinders?
Flinders sits in Mornington Peninsula Shire (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 Flinders carry heritage, bushfire and flood 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 Flinders and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Flinders?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,165 planning permit applications in Flinders since 2006, with 410 permits issued and 339 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire supports in Flinders.
What can I build in Flinders?
What you can build in Flinders — 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 Flinders, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Flinders in?
Properties in Flinders are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Flinders. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Flinders?
Whether you need a planning approval in Flinders 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.