Planning Zones & Controls in Glenroy, Victoria
Glenroy is located within City of Merri-bek (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 Glenroy and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Glenroy 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 Glenroy
Real application data for Glenroy from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
3,386
applications on record
1,446
permits issued
4,603
new dwellings proposed
92%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 45 | 167 | 172 | 187 | 227 |
Notable recent applications
35 lots - stage 2 of overall development to delete condition 1b and 1e
36-60 becket street north · 2019 · Approved · 35 lots
Construction of a five storey building containing eleven dwellings and one shop, and a reduction of the standa
743 pascoe vale road · 2019 · Approved · 15 dwellings
Construction of thirteen dwellings and a reduction of the standard car parking requirements
16 kalang road · 2020 · No permit issued · 11 dwellings · 3 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Glenroy?
Glenroy sits in City of Merri-bek (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 Glenroy carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Glenroy
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Glenroy and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Glenroy?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 3,386 planning permit applications in Glenroy since 2006, with 1,446 permits issued and 4,603 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 Merri-bek supports in Glenroy.
What can I build in Glenroy?
What you can build in Glenroy — 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 Glenroy, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Glenroy in?
Properties in Glenroy are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Glenroy. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Glenroy?
Whether you need a planning approval in Glenroy 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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