Planning Zones & Controls in Mount Evelyn, Victoria
Mount Evelyn 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 Mount Evelyn and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Mount Evelyn 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 Evelyn
Real application data for Mount Evelyn from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
1,402
applications on record
513
permits issued
229
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 12 | 80 | 83 | 85 | 93 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision of land into seven lots
1/5 clancys road · 2019 · Approved · 7 dwellings · 7 lots
Buildings and works to construct four dwellings and vegetation removal
4 gardner parade mount evelyn 3796 · 2022 · Approved · 4 dwellings
Buildings and works to construct two dwellings, extend and alter an existing dwelling and construct a carport,
21 glen view road mount evelyn 3796 · 2021 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Mount Evelyn?
Mount Evelyn 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 Mount Evelyn 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 Mount Evelyn and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Mount Evelyn?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,402 planning permit applications in Mount Evelyn since 2006, with 513 permits issued and 229 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 Mount Evelyn.
What can I build in Mount Evelyn?
What you can build in Mount Evelyn — 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 Evelyn, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Mount Evelyn in?
Properties in Mount Evelyn 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 Mount Evelyn. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Mount Evelyn?
Whether you need a planning approval in Mount Evelyn 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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