Planning Zones & Controls in Frankston North, Victoria
Frankston North is located within City of Frankston (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 Frankston North and the broader City of Frankston area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Frankston 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 Frankston North
Real application data for Frankston North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Frankston actually supports here.
199
applications on record
91
permits issued
176
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 18 | 13 | 22 | 20 | 16 |
Notable recent applications
To construct six (6) dwellings on a lot in a general residential zone (grz)
114 rosemary crescent · 2020 · No permit issued · 8 dwellings
Construction of five double storey dwellings in the general residential zone buildings and works associated wi
13 bouvardia crescent · 2019 · Approved · 6 dwellings
To construct two (2) single storey dwellings to the rear of the existing dwelling (three (3) dwellings)
69 armata crescent · 2019 · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Frankston North?
Frankston North sits in City of Frankston (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 Frankston North carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Frankston North
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Frankston North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Frankston North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 199 planning permit applications in Frankston North since 2007, with 91 permits issued and 176 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 Frankston supports in Frankston North.
What can I build in Frankston North?
What you can build in Frankston 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 Frankston North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Frankston North in?
Properties in Frankston North are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Frankston North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Frankston North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Frankston 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.
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