Planning Zones & Controls in Norlane, Victoria
Norlane is located within City of Greater Geelong (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 Norlane and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Norlane 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 Norlane
Real application data for Norlane from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Geelong actually supports here.
653
applications on record
361
permits issued
930
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 14 | 81 | 74 | 62 | 34 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of twelve (12) dwellings
124 princes highway norlane 3214 · 2022 · No permit issued · 12 dwellings
Construction of four dwellings and a four lot subdivision
52 tallis street · 2021 · Approved · 4 dwellings · 3 lots
Construction of four (4) dwellings and four (4) lot subdivision
14-16 darebin street norlane 3214 · 2022 · Approved · 4 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Norlane?
Norlane sits in City of Greater Geelong (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 Norlane carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Norlane
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Norlane and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Norlane?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 653 planning permit applications in Norlane since 2006, with 361 permits issued and 930 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 Greater Geelong supports in Norlane.
What can I build in Norlane?
What you can build in Norlane — 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 Norlane, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Norlane in?
Properties in Norlane are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Norlane. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Norlane?
Whether you need a planning approval in Norlane 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.