Planning Zones & Controls in Macleod, Victoria
Macleod 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 Macleod and the broader City of Banyule area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Macleod 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 Macleod
Real application data for Macleod from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Banyule actually supports here.
579
applications on record
222
permits issued
282
new dwellings proposed
85%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 5 | 35 | 47 | 42 | 44 |
Notable recent applications
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 development of two (2) dwellings and associated two lot subdivision
27 chapman street · 2020 · Approved · 127 lots
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 development of three (3) dwellings on a lot in the special building overlay
14 carwarp street · 2019 · Approved · 3 dwellings
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 construction of three double-storey dwellings
26 ferguson street · 2019 · Approved · 3 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Macleod?
Macleod 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 Macleod carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Macleod
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Macleod and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Macleod?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 579 planning permit applications in Macleod since 2005, with 222 permits issued and 282 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 Macleod.
What can I build in Macleod?
What you can build in Macleod — 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 Macleod, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Macleod in?
Properties in Macleod 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 Macleod. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Macleod?
Whether you need a planning approval in Macleod 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.