Planning Zones & Controls in Tottenham, Victoria
Tottenham is located within City of Maribyrnong (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 Tottenham and the broader City of Maribyrnong area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Tottenham 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 Tottenham
Real application data for Tottenham from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Maribyrnong actually supports here.
91
applications on record
18
permits issued
2
new dwellings proposed
82%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 7 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 |
Notable recent applications
Subdivision staged subdivision of land and alteration of access to a road zone category 1
427-451 somerville road · 2020 · Approved · 43 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Tottenham?
Tottenham sits in City of Maribyrnong (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 Tottenham carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Tottenham
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Tottenham and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Tottenham?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 91 planning permit applications in Tottenham since 2006, with 18 permits issued and 2 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 Maribyrnong supports in Tottenham.
What can I build in Tottenham?
What you can build in Tottenham — 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 Tottenham, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Tottenham in?
Properties in Tottenham are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Tottenham. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Tottenham?
Whether you need a planning approval in Tottenham 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.