Planning Zones & Controls in Hadfield, Victoria
Hadfield 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 Hadfield and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Hadfield 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 Hadfield
Real application data for Hadfield 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.
916
applications on record
452
permits issued
1,268
new dwellings proposed
91%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 12 | 95 | 48 | 58 | 71 |
Notable recent applications
Development of the land for 64 dwellings including construction of private roads, creation of a public open sp
2-6 walter street · 2019 · Approved · 64 dwellings
Construction of sixteen dwellings (two double-storey and fourteen three-storey dwellings)
8 eileen street · 2019 · Approved · 14 dwellings
Construction of buildings and works for the purpose of fourteen three storey dwellings
4 eileen street · 2019 · Approved · 12 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Hadfield?
Hadfield 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 Hadfield carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Hadfield
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Hadfield and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Hadfield?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 916 planning permit applications in Hadfield since 2006, with 452 permits issued and 1,268 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 Hadfield.
What can I build in Hadfield?
What you can build in Hadfield — 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 Hadfield, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Hadfield in?
Properties in Hadfield 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 Hadfield. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Hadfield?
Whether you need a planning approval in Hadfield 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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