Planning Zones & Controls in South Kingsville, Victoria
South Kingsville is located within City of Hobsons Bay (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 South Kingsville and the broader City of Hobsons Bay area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in South Kingsville 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 South Kingsville
Real application data for South Kingsville from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Hobsons Bay actually supports here.
376
applications on record
228
permits issued
715
new dwellings proposed
90%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 13 | 24 | 24 | 45 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of buildings and works for the development of multiple dwellings on a lot (stage 1 only) in accor
New street · 2020 · Approved · 56 dwellings
A multi lot subdivision (stage 1 only) and removal of easements
New street · 2020 · Approved · 42 lots
Construction of four double storey dwellings
Stephenson st · 2020 · Approved · 3 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 South Kingsville?
South Kingsville sits in City of Hobsons Bay (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 South Kingsville carry heritage and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in South Kingsville
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in South Kingsville and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in South Kingsville?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 376 planning permit applications in South Kingsville since 2005, with 228 permits issued and 715 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 Hobsons Bay supports in South Kingsville.
What can I build in South Kingsville?
What you can build in South Kingsville — 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 South Kingsville, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is South Kingsville in?
Properties in South Kingsville are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Industrial 1 Zone (IN1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within South Kingsville. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in South Kingsville?
Whether you need a planning approval in South Kingsville 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.