Planning Zones & Controls in McMahons Creek, Victoria
McMahons Creek is located within Yarra Ranges Shire (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 McMahons Creek and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in McMahons Creek 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 McMahons Creek
Real application data for McMahons Creek from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
44
applications on record
18
permits issued
9
new dwellings proposed
72%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 McMahons Creek?
McMahons Creek sits in Yarra Ranges Shire (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 McMahons Creek carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in McMahons Creek
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in McMahons Creek and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in McMahons Creek?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 44 planning permit applications in McMahons Creek since 2007, with 18 permits issued and 9 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire supports in McMahons Creek.
What can I build in McMahons Creek?
What you can build in McMahons Creek — 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 McMahons Creek, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is McMahons Creek in?
Properties in McMahons Creek are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within McMahons Creek. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in McMahons Creek?
Whether you need a planning approval in McMahons Creek 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.