Planning Zones & Controls in Somerton, Victoria
Somerton is located within City of Hume (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 Somerton and the broader City of Hume area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Somerton 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 Somerton
Real application data for Somerton from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2003. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Hume actually supports here.
397
applications on record
187
permits issued
1
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 14 | 20 | 29 | 44 |
Notable recent applications
14 lot subdivision of ps 812145v
23 northpark dr · 2020 · Approved · 14 lots
8 lot subdivision
29 burnett st · 2019 · Approved · 8 lots
8 lot subdivision ps 736181p
34-44a freight dr somerton 3062 · 2021 · No permit issued · 8 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Somerton?
Somerton sits in City of Hume (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 Somerton carry bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Somerton
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Somerton and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Somerton?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 397 planning permit applications in Somerton since 2003, with 187 permits issued and 1 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 Hume supports in Somerton.
What can I build in Somerton?
What you can build in Somerton — 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 Somerton, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Somerton in?
Properties in Somerton are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Somerton. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Somerton?
Whether you need a planning approval in Somerton 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.