Planning Zones & Controls in Ravenhall, Victoria
Ravenhall is located within City of Melton (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 Ravenhall and the broader City of Melton area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Ravenhall 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 Ravenhall
Real application data for Ravenhall from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2004. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Melton actually supports here.
879
applications on record
536
permits issued
96%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 7 | 55 | 78 | 61 | 65 |
Notable recent applications
Buildings and works associated with an existing warehouse by constructing a mezzanine level and reduction in c
13/73 eucumbene drive · 2019 · Approved · 127 lots
Amendment of preamble, conditions and endorsed plans associated with the erection and display of a floodlit ma
1127a western highway · 2021 · Approved · 127 lots
Multi-lot staged subdivision, removal of native vegetation, subdivision of land adjoining a road zone - catego
91 palm springs road · 2020 · Approved · 127 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Ravenhall?
Ravenhall sits in City of Melton (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 Ravenhall carry flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Ravenhall
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Ravenhall and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Ravenhall?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 879 planning permit applications in Ravenhall since 2004, with 536 permits issued. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what City of Melton supports in Ravenhall.
What can I build in Ravenhall?
What you can build in Ravenhall — 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 Ravenhall, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Ravenhall in?
Properties in Ravenhall are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Ravenhall. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Ravenhall?
Whether you need a planning approval in Ravenhall 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.