Planning Zones & Controls in Glen Iris, Victoria
Glen Iris is located within City of Boroondara (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 Glen Iris and the broader City of Boroondara area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Glen Iris 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 Glen Iris
Real application data for Glen Iris from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2001. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Boroondara actually supports here.
2,777
applications on record
1,275
permits issued
4,304
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 34 | 145 | 195 | 223 | 209 |
Notable recent applications
123 lot subdivision - ps 820755 v
285a burke road glen iris 3146 · 2021 · No permit issued · 118 dwellings · 123 lots
S72 amendment: amend conditions 1k and 50 and amendments to the plans (permission to add one (1) level to the
287 burke road · 2020 · Approved · 118 dwellings
Use and development of mixed use (retail and accommodation) development in a commercial 1 zone, construction a
173 burke road glen iris 3146 · 2022 · No permit issued · 85 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Glen Iris?
Glen Iris sits in City of Boroondara (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 Glen Iris carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Glen Iris
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Glen Iris and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Glen Iris?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,777 planning permit applications in Glen Iris since 2001, with 1,275 permits issued and 4,304 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 Boroondara supports in Glen Iris.
What can I build in Glen Iris?
What you can build in Glen Iris — 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 Glen Iris, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Glen Iris in?
Properties in Glen Iris are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Glen Iris. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Glen Iris?
Whether you need a planning approval in Glen Iris 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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