Planning Zones & Controls in Research, Victoria
Research is located within Shire of Nillumbik (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 Research and the broader Shire of Nillumbik area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Research 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 Research
Real application data for Research from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what Shire of Nillumbik actually supports here.
522
applications on record
179
permits issued
90
new dwellings proposed
89%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 8 | 37 | 27 | 17 | 42 |
Notable recent applications
Buildings and works to construct four (4) dwellings
1581 main road research 3095 · 2022 · No permit issued · 4 dwellings
Two (2) lot subdivision
13 finnigan street research 3095 · 2022 · No permit issued · 2 dwellings · 2 lots
Subdivision of the land into 3 lots
14 research-warrandyte road · 2020 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Research?
Research sits in Shire of Nillumbik (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 Research carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Research
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Research and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Research?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 522 planning permit applications in Research since 2005, with 179 permits issued and 90 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Shire of Nillumbik supports in Research.
What can I build in Research?
What you can build in Research — 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 Research, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Research in?
Properties in Research are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), RCZ (RCZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Research. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Research?
Whether you need a planning approval in Research 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.
Nearby suburbs
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