Planning Zones & Controls in Pascoe Vale, Victoria
Pascoe Vale is located within City of Merri-bek (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 Pascoe Vale and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Pascoe Vale 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 Pascoe Vale
Real application data for Pascoe Vale from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
2,196
applications on record
921
permits issued
3,597
new dwellings proposed
89%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 35 | 115 | 120 | 108 | 150 |
Notable recent applications
Buildings and works for the construction of a four-storey building above two basement levels containing dwelli
21 northumberland road · 2019 · Approved · 31 dwellings
Lodged in error please refer to sp 2020 54
98 derby street · 2021 · No permit issued · 34 lots
34 lot subdivision
98 derby street · 2020 · Approved · 34 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Pascoe Vale?
Pascoe Vale sits in City of Merri-bek (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 Pascoe Vale carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Pascoe Vale
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Pascoe Vale and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Pascoe Vale?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,196 planning permit applications in Pascoe Vale since 2006, with 921 permits issued and 3,597 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 Merri-bek supports in Pascoe Vale.
What can I build in Pascoe Vale?
What you can build in Pascoe Vale — 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 Pascoe Vale, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Pascoe Vale in?
Properties in Pascoe Vale are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Pascoe Vale. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Pascoe Vale?
Whether you need a planning approval in Pascoe Vale 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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