Planning Zones & Controls in Gowanbrae, Victoria
Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae
Real application data for Gowanbrae 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.
233
applications on record
58
permits issued
615
new dwellings proposed
89%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 2 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 3 |
Notable recent applications
Development of the land for 60 dwellings and associated roads and works
14-58 marigold crescent · 2019 · No permit issued · 60 dwellings
Development of the land for 60 dwellings and associated roads and works
14-58 marigold crescent gowanbrae 3043 · 2021 · Approved · 60 dwellings
Development of the land for 60 dwellings and associated roads and works
6 duranta drive · 2019 · Approved · 59 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Gowanbrae?
Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Gowanbrae?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 233 planning permit applications in Gowanbrae since 2006, with 58 permits issued and 615 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 Gowanbrae.
What can I build in Gowanbrae?
What you can build in Gowanbrae — 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 Gowanbrae, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Gowanbrae in?
Properties in Gowanbrae 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 Gowanbrae. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Gowanbrae?
Whether you need a planning approval in Gowanbrae 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.