Planning Zones & Controls in Montrose, Victoria
Montrose 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 Montrose and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Montrose 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 Montrose
Real application data for Montrose 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.
739
applications on record
254
permits issued
148
new dwellings proposed
85%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 2 | 44 | 30 | 49 | 42 |
Notable recent applications
Buildings and works to construct two additional dwellings, three (3) lot subdivision and vegetation removal
3/3 claire court · 2019 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 2 lots
Three lot subdivision
3/3 claire court · 2019 · No permit issued · 2 lots
Use and development of a medical centre, development of a dwelling, resubdivision of land into two lots, creat
966-968 mt dandenong tourist road · 2019 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Montrose?
Montrose 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 Montrose carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Montrose and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Montrose?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 739 planning permit applications in Montrose since 2007, with 254 permits issued and 148 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 Montrose.
What can I build in Montrose?
What you can build in Montrose — 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 Montrose, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Montrose in?
Properties in Montrose 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 Montrose. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Montrose?
Whether you need a planning approval in Montrose 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.