Planning Zones & Controls in Kew East, Victoria
Kew East is located within City of Boroondara (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 Kew East and the broader City of Boroondara area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Kew East 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 Kew East
Real application data for Kew East from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Boroondara actually supports here.
828
applications on record
286
permits issued
352
new dwellings proposed
85%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 3 | 46 | 53 | 50 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of land into fifteen (15) lots in accordance with the previously approved development permit (spea
831 high street · 2020 · Approved · 14 lots
Construction of eleven (11) two storey dwellings above basement car parking and construction of a front fence
187 kilby road kew east 3102 · 2021 · No permit issued · 9 dwellings
Subdivision of the land into twelve (12) lots in accordance with the previously approved development
1/1375 burke road · 2019 · Approved · 12 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Kew East?
Kew East sits in City of Boroondara (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 Kew East carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Kew East
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Kew East and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Kew East?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 828 planning permit applications in Kew East since 2003, with 286 permits issued and 352 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 Boroondara supports in Kew East.
What can I build in Kew East?
What you can build in Kew East — 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 Kew East, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Kew East in?
Properties in Kew East are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Kew East. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Kew East?
Whether you need a planning approval in Kew East 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.