Planning Zones & Controls in Lynbrook, Victoria
Lynbrook is located within City of Casey (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 Lynbrook and the broader City of Casey area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Lynbrook 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 Lynbrook
Real application data for Lynbrook from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Casey actually supports here.
336
applications on record
121
permits issued
706
new dwellings proposed
84%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 6 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 27 |
Notable recent applications
Development of 22 dwellings and 22 lot subdivision
74s lynbrook boulevard lynbrook 3975 · 2022 · Approved · 22 dwellings · 22 lots
Development of a multi level apartment building comprising of 20 dwellings, 20 lot subdivision and reduction i
23s cilento crescent · 2019 · Approved · 20 dwellings · 20 lots
Development of 32 dwellings & buildings and works within the tree protection zone of a significant tree under
195 hallam road lynbrook 3975 · 2022 · Approved · 32 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Lynbrook?
Lynbrook sits in City of Casey (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 Lynbrook carry bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Lynbrook
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Lynbrook and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Lynbrook?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 336 planning permit applications in Lynbrook since 2005, with 121 permits issued and 706 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 Casey supports in Lynbrook.
What can I build in Lynbrook?
What you can build in Lynbrook — 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 Lynbrook, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Lynbrook in?
Properties in Lynbrook are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Lynbrook. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Lynbrook?
Whether you need a planning approval in Lynbrook 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.