Planning Zones & Controls in Seddon, Victoria
Seddon is located within City of Maribyrnong (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 Seddon and the broader City of Maribyrnong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Seddon 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 Seddon
Real application data for Seddon from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2001. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Maribyrnong actually supports here.
628
applications on record
72
permits issued
606
new dwellings proposed
72%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 11 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 11 |
Notable recent applications
Multiple dwellings (2+) and waiving of car parking requirement multiple dwellings (2+) waiving of car parking
43-57 buckley street · 2020 · Approved · 127 lots
Development of the land for the purposes of a multi- storey mixed use building containing a commercial tenanci
109 victoria street · 2021 · No permit issued · 19 dwellings
11 lot subdivision 11 lot subdivision
115 williamstown road · 2019 · Approved · 11 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Seddon?
Seddon sits in City of Maribyrnong (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 Seddon carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Seddon
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Seddon and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Seddon?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 628 planning permit applications in Seddon since 2001, with 72 permits issued and 606 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 Maribyrnong supports in Seddon.
What can I build in Seddon?
What you can build in Seddon — 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 Seddon, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Seddon in?
Properties in Seddon are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Seddon. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Seddon?
Whether you need a planning approval in Seddon 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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