Planning Zones & Controls in Highton, Victoria
Highton is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 Highton and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Highton 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 Highton
Real application data for Highton from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
741
applications on record
341
permits issued
1,056
new dwellings proposed
90%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 5 | 53 | 72 | 59 | 43 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of 65 dwellings exceeding 7.5 metres in height staged subdivision including the creation of two r
148-170 pigdons road · 2020 · Approved · 65 dwellings · 65 lots
Use and development of a retirement village; development of a residential aged care; display of an internally
161-169 south valley road · 2019 · Approved · 63 dwellings
Construction of twenty seven (27) dwelling and a staged twenty seven (27) lot subdivision and removal of nativ
2 morven court highton 3216 · 2021 · No permit issued · 33 dwellings · 32 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Highton?
Highton sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 Highton carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Highton
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Highton and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Highton?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 741 planning permit applications in Highton since 2006, with 341 permits issued and 1,056 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 Greater Geelong supports in Highton.
What can I build in Highton?
What you can build in Highton — 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 Highton, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Highton in?
Properties in Highton are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Highton. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Highton?
Whether you need a planning approval in Highton 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.