Planning Zones & Controls in Oakleigh South, Victoria
Oakleigh South 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 South and the broader City of Monash area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Oakleigh South 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 South
Real application data for Oakleigh South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2000. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Monash actually supports here.
989
applications on record
402
permits issued
1,125
new dwellings proposed
88%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 11 | 55 | 61 | 70 | 79 |
Notable recent applications
Six (6) lot subdivision
23 scotsburn avenue · 2019 · Approved · 6 lots
Construction of four (4) double storey dwellings
9 reid street oakleigh south 3167 · 2022 · Approved · 4 dwellings
Construction of three (3) single storey dwellings
16 cleek avenue · 2019 · No permit issued · 3 dwellings
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 South?
Oakleigh South 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 South carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Oakleigh South
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Oakleigh South and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Oakleigh South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 989 planning permit applications in Oakleigh South since 2000, with 402 permits issued and 1,125 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 South.
What can I build in Oakleigh South?
What you can build in Oakleigh South — 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 South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Oakleigh South in?
Properties in Oakleigh South 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 South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Oakleigh South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Oakleigh South 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.