Planning Zones & Controls in Mont Albert, Victoria
Mont Albert is located within City of Whitehorse (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 Mont Albert and the broader City of Whitehorse area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Mont Albert 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 Mont Albert
Real application data for Mont Albert from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2001. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Whitehorse actually supports here.
687
applications on record
308
permits issued
570
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 6 | 43 | 52 | 62 | 60 |
Notable recent applications
Use of the land for accommodation, buildings and works for the construction of a mixed use tower building, bas
811 whitehorse road · 2020 · Approved · 36 dwellings
50 lot subdivision
801-805 whitehorse road · 2019 · Approved · 50 lots
50 lot subdivision
692 whitehorse road · 2019 · Approved · 50 lots
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Mont Albert?
Mont Albert sits in City of Whitehorse (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 Mont Albert carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Mont Albert
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Mont Albert and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Mont Albert?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 687 planning permit applications in Mont Albert since 2001, with 308 permits issued and 570 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 Whitehorse supports in Mont Albert.
What can I build in Mont Albert?
What you can build in Mont Albert — 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 Mont Albert, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Mont Albert in?
Properties in Mont Albert are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Mont Albert. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Mont Albert?
Whether you need a planning approval in Mont Albert 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.