Planning Zones & Controls in Manifold Heights, Victoria
Manifold Heights is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 Manifold Heights and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Manifold Heights 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 Manifold Heights
Real application data for Manifold Heights from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
134
applications on record
64
permits issued
81
new dwellings proposed
93%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 13 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of a double storey dwelling and three (3) lot subdivision
3 wimmera avenue manifold heights 3218 · 2021 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 3 lots
Construction of three (3) dwellings and three (3) lot subdivision
64 wimmera avenue · 2020 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 2 lots
Construction of two (2) dwellings and two (2) lot subdivision
209 church street · 2019 · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Manifold Heights?
Manifold Heights sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 Manifold Heights carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Manifold Heights
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Manifold Heights and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Manifold Heights?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 134 planning permit applications in Manifold Heights since 2007, with 64 permits issued and 81 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 Greater Geelong supports in Manifold Heights.
What can I build in Manifold Heights?
What you can build in Manifold Heights — 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 Manifold Heights, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Manifold Heights in?
Properties in Manifold Heights are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Manifold Heights. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Manifold Heights?
Whether you need a planning approval in Manifold Heights 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.