Planning Zones & Controls in Ringwood North, Victoria
Ringwood North is located within City of Maroondah (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 Ringwood North and the broader City of Maroondah area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Ringwood North 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 Ringwood North
Real application data for Ringwood North from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Maroondah actually supports here.
1,388
applications on record
504
permits issued
344
new dwellings proposed
79%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 5 | 65 | 108 | 102 | 99 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of 12 dwellings and removal of vegetation
175 wonga road · 2019 · Approved · 11 dwellings
Subdivision of the land into 12 lots (following approved development)
175 wonga road · 2021 · Approved · 11 lots
Construction of four offices (as of right uses) above the existing car park and associated car parking reducti
170-172 warrandyte road ringwood north 3134 · 2022 · Approved · 4 dwellings · 4 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Ringwood North?
Ringwood North sits in City of Maroondah (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:
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Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Ringwood North and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Ringwood North?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,388 planning permit applications in Ringwood North since 2006, with 504 permits issued and 344 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 Maroondah supports in Ringwood North.
What can I build in Ringwood North?
What you can build in Ringwood North — 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 Ringwood North, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Ringwood North in?
Properties in Ringwood North 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 Ringwood North. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Ringwood North?
Whether you need a planning approval in Ringwood North 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.