Planning Zones & Controls in Heidelberg Heights, Victoria
Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights and the broader City of Banyule area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights
Real application data for Heidelberg Heights 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.
693
applications on record
273
permits issued
1,054
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 5 | 59 | 47 | 66 | 56 |
Notable recent applications
Land subdivision (10+ lots) ten lot subdivision
498 waterdale road · 2021 · Approved · 10 lots
Land subdivision (1-9 lots) eight lot subdivision
54 altona street · 2020 · Approved · 8 lots
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 development of the land for the construction of five (5) dwellings
91 outhwaite road · 2020 · Approved · 5 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Heidelberg Heights?
Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Heidelberg Heights
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Heidelberg Heights and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Heidelberg Heights?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 693 planning permit applications in Heidelberg Heights since 2006, with 273 permits issued and 1,054 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 Heidelberg Heights.
What can I build in Heidelberg Heights?
What you can build in Heidelberg Heights — 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 Heidelberg Heights, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Heidelberg Heights in?
Properties in Heidelberg Heights 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 Heidelberg Heights. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Heidelberg Heights?
Whether you need a planning approval in Heidelberg Heights 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.