Planning Zones & Controls in North Geelong, Victoria
North Geelong 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 North Geelong and the broader City of Greater Geelong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in North Geelong 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 North Geelong
Real application data for North Geelong 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.
557
applications on record
294
permits issued
197
new dwellings proposed
91%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 6 | 51 | 37 | 52 | 46 |
Notable recent applications
1. staged multi lot subdivision 2. use and development of part of the land for the purposes of a restricted r
Parent - 15-43 ballarat road · 2020 · Approved · 23 dwellings
Development of 10 dwellings, continuation of existing use rights as an office and associated development of ne
54-58 church street · 2020 · Approved · 11 dwellings
Construction of buildings and works and a reduction in the standard car parking requirement associated with us
17-49 douro street · 2019 · Approved · 15 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 North Geelong?
North Geelong 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 North Geelong carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in North Geelong
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in North Geelong and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in North Geelong?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 557 planning permit applications in North Geelong since 2006, with 294 permits issued and 197 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 North Geelong.
What can I build in North Geelong?
What you can build in North Geelong — 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 North Geelong, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is North Geelong in?
Properties in North Geelong 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 North Geelong. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in North Geelong?
Whether you need a planning approval in North Geelong 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.