Planning Zones & Controls in Mount Eliza, Victoria
Mount Eliza is located within Mornington Peninsula 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 Mount Eliza and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Mount Eliza 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 Mount Eliza
Real application data for Mount Eliza from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1988. Local decisions are the best guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire actually supports here.
3,946
applications on record
1,203
permits issued
697
new dwellings proposed
84%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 32 | 249 | 215 | 219 | 234 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of the land into two lots
251-261 canadian bay road · 2020 · Approved · 20 lots
14 lot subdivision - spear
54-64 mount eliza way mount eliza 3930 · 2021 · Approved · 13 lots
Subdivide the land into 10 lots, vegetation removal and associated works generally in accordance with the subm
97 fulton road · 2019 · No permit issued · 9 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Mount Eliza?
Mount Eliza sits in Mornington Peninsula 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 Mount Eliza carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Mount Eliza
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Mount Eliza and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Mount Eliza?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 3,946 planning permit applications in Mount Eliza since 1988, with 1,203 permits issued and 697 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire supports in Mount Eliza.
What can I build in Mount Eliza?
What you can build in Mount Eliza — 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 Mount Eliza, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Mount Eliza in?
Properties in Mount Eliza are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Mount Eliza. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Mount Eliza?
Whether you need a planning approval in Mount Eliza 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.