Planning Zones & Controls in Strathmore Heights, Victoria
Strathmore Heights is located within City of Moonee Valley (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 Strathmore Heights and the broader City of Moonee Valley area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Strathmore Heights 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 Strathmore Heights
Real application data for Strathmore Heights from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Moonee Valley actually supports here.
67
applications on record
18
permits issued
108
new dwellings proposed
60%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2017 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 7 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
Notable recent applications
Eight lot subdivision ps816593u
10 collier place · 2019 · Approved · 7 dwellings · 8 lots
Construction of two dwellings
29 tasman avenue · 2019 · No permit issued · 2 dwellings
Vicsmart - two lot subdivision
26 de havilland avenue · 2021 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Strathmore Heights?
Strathmore Heights sits in City of Moonee Valley (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 Strathmore Heights carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Strathmore Heights
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Strathmore Heights and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Strathmore Heights?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 67 planning permit applications in Strathmore Heights since 2007, with 18 permits issued and 108 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 Moonee Valley supports in Strathmore Heights.
What can I build in Strathmore Heights?
What you can build in Strathmore Heights — 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 Strathmore Heights, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Strathmore Heights in?
Properties in Strathmore Heights are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Strathmore Heights. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Strathmore Heights?
Whether you need a planning approval in Strathmore Heights 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.