Planning Zones & Controls in Mount Waverley, Victoria
Mount Waverley is located within City of Monash (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 Waverley and the broader City of Monash area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Mount Waverley 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 Waverley
Real application data for Mount Waverley from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1997. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Monash actually supports here.
4,359
applications on record
1,575
permits issued
3,432
new dwellings proposed
82%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 21 | 231 | 278 | 319 | 378 |
Notable recent applications
- use of the land as a 'retirement village' under clause 32.08-2 of the general residential zone; - use of the
1/554 high street road · 2019 · Approved · 83 dwellings
In accordance with the endorsed plans: * construction of two or more dwellings on a lot; * to demolish or exte
276-278 lawrence road · 2021 · Approved · 8 dwellings · 9 lots
The development of twelve dwellings up to two and three storeys in height along with associated landscaping in
580 huntingdale road · 2020 · No permit issued · 12 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Mount Waverley?
Mount Waverley sits in City of Monash (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 Waverley carry heritage 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 Waverley and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Mount Waverley?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 4,359 planning permit applications in Mount Waverley since 1997, with 1,575 permits issued and 3,432 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 Monash supports in Mount Waverley.
What can I build in Mount Waverley?
What you can build in Mount Waverley — 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 Waverley, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Mount Waverley in?
Properties in Mount Waverley are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Mount Waverley. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Mount Waverley?
Whether you need a planning approval in Mount Waverley 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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