Planning Zones & Controls in Melton West, Victoria
Melton West 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 West and the broader City of Melton area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Melton West 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 West
Real application data for Melton West from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2004. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Melton actually supports here.
651
applications on record
171
permits issued
305
new dwellings proposed
92%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 21 | 5 | 11 | 17 |
Notable recent applications
Development of the land with two double-storey dwellings
13 gloucester way · 2019 · Approved · 2 dwellings
Development of the land with a single-storey dwelling at the rear of an existing dwelling on the land.
16 pamela court melton west 3337 · 2021 · Approved · 2 dwellings
Development of the land with a single-storey dwelling next to an exist ing double-storey dwelling on the land.
363 centenary avenue melton west 3337 · 2021 · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Melton West?
Melton West 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 West carry flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Melton West
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Melton West and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Melton West?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 651 planning permit applications in Melton West since 2004, with 171 permits issued and 305 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 West.
What can I build in Melton West?
What you can build in Melton West — 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 West, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Melton West in?
Properties in Melton West 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 West. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Melton West?
Whether you need a planning approval in Melton West 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.