Planning Zones & Controls in Geelong West, Victoria
Geelong West is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 Geelong West and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Geelong West 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 Geelong West
Real application data for Geelong West from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
1,332
applications on record
769
permits issued
568
new dwellings proposed
96%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 11 | 95 | 102 | 94 | 111 |
Notable recent applications
Twelve (12) lot subdivision and construction of twelve (12) dwellings.
42-46 britannia street · 2019 · Approved · 12 dwellings · 11 lots
Buildings and works associated with the construction of a three (3) storey apartment building (eight dwellings
16 mcnicol street · 2019 · Approved · 9 dwellings · 8 lots
Use and development of the land for retail premises and construction of ten (10) dwellings including waiver of
85 pakington street · 2020 · No permit issued · 10 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Geelong West?
Geelong West sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 Geelong West carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Geelong West
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Geelong West and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Geelong West?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,332 planning permit applications in Geelong West since 2005, with 769 permits issued and 568 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 Greater Geelong supports in Geelong West.
What can I build in Geelong West?
What you can build in Geelong West — 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 Geelong West, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Geelong West in?
Properties in Geelong West are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Geelong West. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Geelong West?
Whether you need a planning approval in Geelong West 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.