Planning Zones & Controls in Melton South, Victoria
Melton South is located within City of Melton (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 Melton South and the broader City of Melton area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Melton South 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 Melton South
Real application data for Melton South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2002. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Melton actually supports here.
774
applications on record
293
permits issued
522
new dwellings proposed
92%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 8 | 41 | 25 | 35 | 31 |
Notable recent applications
Amended plans associated with a planning permit for a staged residenti al subdivision, creation of a drainage
116-178 rees road · 2021 · Approved · 577 lots
Amended permit associated with a staged residential subdivision, creation of reserves and removal of native ve
116-178 denny place · 2019 · Approved · 115 lots
Development of the land with 48 double-storey dwellings with associate d car parking and an associated 48 lot
12 bridge road · 2019 · Approved · 52 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Melton South?
Melton South sits in City of Melton (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 Melton South carry flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Melton South
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Melton South and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Melton South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 774 planning permit applications in Melton South since 2002, with 293 permits issued and 522 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 Melton supports in Melton South.
What can I build in Melton South?
What you can build in Melton South — 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 Melton South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Melton South in?
Properties in Melton South are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Melton South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Melton South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Melton South 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.
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