Planning Zones & Controls in Greensborough, Victoria
Greensborough is located within City of Banyule (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 Greensborough and the broader City of Banyule area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Greensborough 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 Greensborough
Real application data for Greensborough from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Banyule actually supports here.
1,476
applications on record
529
permits issued
865
new dwellings proposed
80%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 6 | 104 | 108 | 96 | 103 |
Notable recent applications
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 construction of multi-unit residential development (12 dwellings including
135-137 st helena road · 2019 · No permit issued · 12 dwellings
Land subdivision (10+ lots) 10 lot subdivision
45-47 warwick road · 2019 · Approved · 10 lots
Development of 6 dwellings over two lots with associated buildings and development of six (6) dwellings, build
63 albion crescent · 2019 · No permit issued · 6 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Greensborough?
Greensborough sits in City of Banyule (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 Greensborough carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Greensborough
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Greensborough and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Greensborough?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,476 planning permit applications in Greensborough since 2006, with 529 permits issued and 865 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 Banyule supports in Greensborough.
What can I build in Greensborough?
What you can build in Greensborough — 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 Greensborough, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Greensborough in?
Properties in Greensborough are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Greensborough. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Greensborough?
Whether you need a planning approval in Greensborough 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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