Planning Zones & Controls in Meadow Heights, Victoria
Meadow Heights is located within City of Hume (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 Meadow Heights and the broader City of Hume area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Meadow 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 Meadow Heights
Real application data for Meadow Heights from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2004. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Hume actually supports here.
793
applications on record
269
permits issued
538
new dwellings proposed
91%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 10 | 43 | 41 | 38 | 42 |
Notable recent applications
Development of twelve (12) triple storey dwellings and two double storey dwellings including basement carparks
33 rokewood cres · 2021 · No permit issued · 14 dwellings
The development of eight double storey dwellings including the use and development of two dwellings under the
33 rokewood cres · 2020 · Approved · 8 dwellings
Development of four double storey dwellings and two single storey dwellings
16 sandford ct · 2021 · Approved · 6 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Meadow Heights?
Meadow Heights sits in City of Hume (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 Meadow Heights carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Meadow Heights
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Meadow Heights and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Meadow Heights?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 793 planning permit applications in Meadow Heights since 2004, with 269 permits issued and 538 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 Hume supports in Meadow Heights.
What can I build in Meadow Heights?
What you can build in Meadow 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 Meadow Heights, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Meadow Heights in?
Properties in Meadow Heights are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Meadow Heights. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Meadow Heights?
Whether you need a planning approval in Meadow 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.