Planning Zones & Controls in Strathtulloh, Victoria
Strathtulloh is located within City of Melton (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 Strathtulloh and the broader City of Melton area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Strathtulloh 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 Strathtulloh
Real application data for Strathtulloh from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2016. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Melton actually supports here.
71
applications on record
61
permits issued
17
new dwellings proposed
90%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 15 |
Notable recent applications
Staged multi lot subdivision and the creation of reserves
1152-1154 mount cottrell road strathtulloh 3338 · 2021 · Approved · 474 lots
Amendment to a multi-lot staged subdivision and creation of reserves
115-123 alfred road strathtulloh 3338 · 2021 · Approved · 305 lots
Staged multi lot subdivision and the creation of reserves
363-437 ferris road strathtulloh 3338 · 2022 · Approved · 281 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Strathtulloh?
Strathtulloh sits in City of Melton (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 Strathtulloh carry flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Strathtulloh
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Strathtulloh and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Strathtulloh?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 71 planning permit applications in Strathtulloh since 2016, with 61 permits issued and 17 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 Melton supports in Strathtulloh.
What can I build in Strathtulloh?
What you can build in Strathtulloh — 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 Strathtulloh, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Strathtulloh in?
Properties in Strathtulloh are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Strathtulloh. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Strathtulloh?
Whether you need a planning approval in Strathtulloh 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.