Planning Zones & Controls in Rosebud West, Victoria
Rosebud West is located within Mornington Peninsula Shire (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 Rosebud West and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Rosebud West 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 Rosebud West
Real application data for Rosebud West from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire actually supports here.
591
applications on record
77
permits issued
392
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 54 | 54 | 87 | 60 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Rosebud West?
Rosebud West sits in Mornington Peninsula Shire (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 Rosebud West carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Rosebud West
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Rosebud West and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Rosebud West?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 591 planning permit applications in Rosebud West since 2006, with 77 permits issued and 392 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Mornington Peninsula Shire supports in Rosebud West.
What can I build in Rosebud West?
What you can build in Rosebud West — 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 Rosebud West, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Rosebud West in?
Properties in Rosebud West are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Rosebud West. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Rosebud West?
Whether you need a planning approval in Rosebud West 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.