Planning Zones & Controls in Narre Warren East, Victoria

Narre Warren East 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 Narre Warren East and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.

Overlays & controls

Properties in Narre Warren East may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.

ESOEnvironmental Significance Overlay
SLOSignificant Landscape Overlay
BMOBushfire Management Overlay
VPOVegetation Protection Overlay
HOHeritage Overlay
DDODesign and Development Overlay

Planning permit activity in Narre Warren East

Real application data for Narre Warren East 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.

142

applications on record

61

permits issued

18

new dwellings proposed

92%

of recorded outcomes got a permit

Year20222021202020192018
Applications15131314

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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 East?

Narre Warren East 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 Narre Warren East 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 Narre Warren East and whether you need approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many planning permits have been approved in Narre Warren East?

The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 142 planning permit applications in Narre Warren East since 2007, with 61 permits issued and 18 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 Narre Warren East.

What can I build in Narre Warren East?

What you can build in Narre Warren East — 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 East, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.

What planning zone is Narre Warren East in?

Properties in Narre Warren East 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 Narre Warren East. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.

Do I need a planning permit in Narre Warren East?

Whether you need a planning approval in Narre Warren East 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.