Planning Zones & Controls in Reservoir, Victoria
Reservoir 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 Reservoir and the broader City of Darebin area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Reservoir 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 Reservoir
Real application data for Reservoir from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 1999. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Darebin actually supports here.
5,764
applications on record
1,919
permits issued
12,865
new dwellings proposed
95%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 73 | 240 | 348 | 368 | 386 |
Notable recent applications
One hundred and seven (107) lot subdivision over four stages as shown on the plans accompanying the applicatio
80 tyler street · 2019 · Approved · 107 dwellings · 107 lots
Sixty-eight (68) lot subdivision as shown on the plans accompanying the application over two (2) stages and va
49 johnson street reservoir 3073 · 2021 · Approved · 37 dwellings · 37 lots
Construction of a six (6) storey mixed use development with sixty four (64) dwellings, three (3) shops, a rest
49 johnson street · 2019 · Approved · 51 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Reservoir?
Reservoir 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 Reservoir carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Reservoir
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Reservoir and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Reservoir?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 5,764 planning permit applications in Reservoir since 1999, with 1,919 permits issued and 12,865 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 Reservoir.
What can I build in Reservoir?
What you can build in Reservoir — 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 Reservoir, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Reservoir in?
Properties in Reservoir 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 Reservoir. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Reservoir?
Whether you need a planning approval in Reservoir 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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