Planning Zones & Controls in Malvern East, Victoria
Malvern East is located within City of Stonnington (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 Malvern East and the broader City of Stonnington area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Malvern 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 Malvern East
Real application data for Malvern East from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2002. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Stonnington actually supports here.
4,659
applications on record
2,375
permits issued
5,920
new dwellings proposed
90%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 48 | 258 | 309 | 349 | 391 |
Notable recent applications
Use and development of the land for student accommodation (residential building) in a residential growth zone
909 & 911 dandenong road malvern east 3145 · 2022 · Approved · 127 dwellings
Application for 41 lot subdivision - ps828766w
1399 & 1401 dandenong road · 2020 · Approved · 39 dwellings · 41 lots
39 lot subdivision - ps 835699 u
1 3 & 5 hurstmon street · 2020 · Approved · 36 dwellings · 39 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Malvern East?
Malvern East sits in City of Stonnington (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 Malvern East carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Malvern East
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Malvern East and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Malvern East?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 4,659 planning permit applications in Malvern East since 2002, with 2,375 permits issued and 5,920 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 Stonnington supports in Malvern East.
What can I build in Malvern East?
What you can build in Malvern 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 Malvern East, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Malvern East in?
Properties in Malvern East 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 Malvern East. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Malvern East?
Whether you need a planning approval in Malvern 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.