Planning Zones & Controls in Silvan, Victoria
Silvan is located within Yarra Ranges 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 Silvan and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Silvan 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 Silvan
Real application data for Silvan from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
338
applications on record
148
permits issued
31
new dwellings proposed
83%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 6 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 26 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Silvan?
Silvan sits in Yarra Ranges 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 Silvan carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Silvan
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Silvan and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Silvan?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 338 planning permit applications in Silvan since 2007, with 148 permits issued and 31 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire supports in Silvan.
What can I build in Silvan?
What you can build in Silvan — 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 Silvan, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Silvan in?
Properties in Silvan are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Silvan. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Silvan?
Whether you need a planning approval in Silvan 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.