Planning Zones & Controls in Narre Warren, Victoria
Narre Warren is located within City of Casey (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 Narre Warren and the broader City of Casey area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Narre Warren 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 Narre Warren
Real application data for Narre Warren from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Casey actually supports here.
1,185
applications on record
555
permits issued
2,676
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 15 | 95 | 66 | 76 | 85 |
Notable recent applications
The development of multi dwellings, use of land for a road, variation of easement and removal of native vegeta
193 golf links road · 2020 · Approved · 460 dwellings
30 lot subdivision
45s warren close narre warren 3805 · 2021 · Approved · 30 lots
18 lot subdivision and common property
77-89 victor crescent · 2020 · Approved · 18 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Narre Warren?
Narre Warren sits in City of Casey (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 Narre Warren carry bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Narre Warren
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Narre Warren and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Narre Warren?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,185 planning permit applications in Narre Warren since 2007, with 555 permits issued and 2,676 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 Casey supports in Narre Warren.
What can I build in Narre Warren?
What you can build in Narre Warren — 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 Narre Warren, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Narre Warren in?
Properties in Narre Warren are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Narre Warren. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Narre Warren?
Whether you need a planning approval in Narre Warren 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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