Planning Zones & Controls in Preston, Victoria
Preston is located within City of Darebin (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 Preston and the broader City of Darebin area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Preston 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 Preston
Real application data for Preston from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1997. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Darebin actually supports here.
4,484
applications on record
1,586
permits issued
14,707
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 41 | 204 | 286 | 306 | 329 |
Notable recent applications
Construct two (2) buildings, with six (6) individual towers, containing dwellings, retail premises; and reduc
573-603 high street · 2019 · No permit issued · 309 dwellings
One hundred and thirty-six (136) lot subdivision as shown on the plans accompanying the application
2-8 clinch avenue · 2019 · Approved · 134 dwellings · 127 lots
Proposed one hundred and twenty four (124) lot subdivision and removal of easements as shown on the plans acco
33-43 plenty road · 2019 · Approved · 124 dwellings · 124 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Preston?
Preston sits in City of Darebin (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 Preston carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Preston
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Preston and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Preston?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 4,484 planning permit applications in Preston since 1997, with 1,586 permits issued and 14,707 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 Darebin supports in Preston.
What can I build in Preston?
What you can build in Preston — 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 Preston, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Preston in?
Properties in Preston are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Preston. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Preston?
Whether you need a planning approval in Preston 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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