Planning Zones & Controls in Somerville, Victoria
Somerville 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 Somerville and the broader Mornington Peninsula Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Somerville 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 Somerville
Real application data for Somerville 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.
1,256
applications on record
386
permits issued
467
new dwellings proposed
84%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 11 | 56 | 80 | 61 | 71 |
Notable recent applications
88 lot subdivision in stages - spear
10 speedwell street somerville 3912 · 2022 · Approved · 87 lots
Twenty-eight (28) lot subdivision and development of dwellings, create a road reserve, removal of an easement,
1124 frankston-flinders road · 2020 · Approved · 28 lots
Development of nine dwellings (three, two storey and six, one storey) and associated works in accordance with
36 eramosa road east somerville 3912 · 2021 · Approved · 9 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Somerville?
Somerville 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 Somerville carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Somerville
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Somerville and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Somerville?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 1,256 planning permit applications in Somerville since 2006, with 386 permits issued and 467 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 Somerville.
What can I build in Somerville?
What you can build in Somerville — 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 Somerville, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Somerville in?
Properties in Somerville 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 Somerville. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Somerville?
Whether you need a planning approval in Somerville 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.
Nearby suburbs
Other suburbs in Mornington Peninsula Shire:
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