Planning Zones & Controls in Keilor, Victoria
Keilor is located within City of Brimbank (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 Keilor and the broader City of Brimbank area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Keilor 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 Keilor
Real application data for Keilor from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Brimbank actually supports here.
221
applications on record
84
permits issued
47
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 16 | 10 | 11 | 23 | 12 |
Notable recent applications
Multi unit residential development and ppar-multi dwelling use and development of the land for two (2) double
20 loddon avenue · 2021 · Approved · 2 dwellings
Multi unit residential development and ppar-multi dwelling amendedments to the plans to modify the internal la
1-3 arabin street · 2020 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Keilor?
Keilor sits in City of Brimbank (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 Keilor carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Keilor
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Keilor and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Keilor?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 221 planning permit applications in Keilor since 2003, with 84 permits issued and 47 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 Brimbank supports in Keilor.
What can I build in Keilor?
What you can build in Keilor — 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 Keilor, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Keilor in?
Properties in Keilor are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Keilor. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Keilor?
Whether you need a planning approval in Keilor 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.