Planning Zones & Controls in Pascoe Vale South, Victoria
Pascoe Vale South 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 South and the broader City of Merri-bek area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Pascoe Vale 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 Pascoe Vale South
Real application data for Pascoe Vale South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Merri-bek actually supports here.
1,199
applications on record
545
permits issued
1,776
new dwellings proposed
89%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 14 | 70 | 76 | 82 | 98 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of 4 three storey buildings, a reduction in car parking and alteration of access to a road zone -
23 cumberland road pascoe vale south 3044 · 2022 · Approved · 138 dwellings
Construction of 19 dwellings (mix of two and three storey dwellings) and three shops above a basement car park
9a-9d anderson street pascoe vale south 3044 · 2021 · Approved · 19 dwellings
Development of the land for 16 dwellings, a reduction in car parking requirement and use and development of th
38a coonans road · 2020 · Approved · 16 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Pascoe Vale South?
Pascoe Vale South 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 South carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Pascoe Vale South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,199 planning permit applications in Pascoe Vale South since 2003, with 545 permits issued and 1,776 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 South.
What can I build in Pascoe Vale South?
What you can build in Pascoe Vale 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 Pascoe Vale South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Pascoe Vale South in?
Properties in Pascoe Vale South 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 South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Pascoe Vale South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Pascoe Vale 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.