Planning Zones & Controls in Rye, Victoria
Rye 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 Rye and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Rye 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 Rye
Real application data for Rye 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.
2,471
applications on record
804
permits issued
1,243
new dwellings proposed
84%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 27 | 148 | 164 | 146 | 174 |
Notable recent applications
The development of a dwelling (double storey), vegetation removal, and associated works in accordance with the
23 dundas street · 2020 · Approved · 10 dwellings
The development of three dwellings, vegetation removal and associated works in accordance with the endorsed pl
11 grace street · 2021 · Approved · 2 dwellings
Development of two dwellings, vegetation removal, and associated works
16 mcdonald road · 2021 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Rye?
Rye 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 Rye carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Rye
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Rye and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Rye?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,471 planning permit applications in Rye since 2006, with 804 permits issued and 1,243 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 Rye.
What can I build in Rye?
What you can build in Rye — 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 Rye, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Rye in?
Properties in Rye 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 Rye. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Rye?
Whether you need a planning approval in Rye 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.