Planning Zones & Controls in Frankston South, Victoria
Frankston South 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 South and the broader City of Frankston area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Frankston South 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 South
Real application data for Frankston South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1996. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Frankston actually supports here.
1,341
applications on record
640
permits issued
549
new dwellings proposed
96%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 10 | 108 | 113 | 135 | 117 |
Notable recent applications
Section 72 - demolish one hundred and seventeen (117) units and an amenities building and construct eighty two
8 robinsons road · 2019 · Approved · 105 dwellings
To construct five (5) double storey dwellings on a lot in a general residential zone (grz), to construct build
98-100 kars street frankston south 3199 · 2022 · No permit issued · 8 dwellings
Section 72 - the subdivision of land and vegetation removal in a general residential zone 1, significant land
57 alicudi avenue · 2021 · Approved · 7 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Frankston South?
Frankston South 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 South carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Frankston South
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Frankston South and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Frankston South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,341 planning permit applications in Frankston South since 1996, with 640 permits issued and 549 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 South.
What can I build in Frankston South?
What you can build in Frankston South — 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 South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Frankston South in?
Properties in Frankston South 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 South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Frankston South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Frankston South 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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