Planning Zones & Controls in Oakleigh, Victoria
Oakleigh 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 Oakleigh and the broader City of Monash area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Oakleigh 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 Oakleigh
Real application data for Oakleigh from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Monash actually supports here.
1,359
applications on record
435
permits issued
2,328
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 6 | 69 | 74 | 96 | 104 |
Notable recent applications
Use of the land for accommodation (dwellings and serviced apartments) in a commercial one zone construction of
1/807-811 warrigal road · 2020 · Approved · 348 dwellings
Use of land for accommodation (dwellings and serviced apartments) and a restricted recreation facility (gym) i
1/807-811 warrigal road · 2021 · Approved · 348 dwellings
Three-hundred and eighty (380) lot subdivision
1513-1517 dandenong road · 2020 · Approved · 380 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Oakleigh?
Oakleigh 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 Oakleigh carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Oakleigh
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Oakleigh and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Oakleigh?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,359 planning permit applications in Oakleigh since 2006, with 435 permits issued and 2,328 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 Oakleigh.
What can I build in Oakleigh?
What you can build in Oakleigh — 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 Oakleigh, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Oakleigh in?
Properties in Oakleigh 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 Oakleigh. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Oakleigh?
Whether you need a planning approval in Oakleigh 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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