Planning Zones & Controls in Vermont South, Victoria
Vermont South is located within City of Whitehorse (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 Vermont South and the broader City of Whitehorse area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Vermont South 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 Vermont South
Real application data for Vermont South from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Whitehorse actually supports here.
574
applications on record
292
permits issued
417
new dwellings proposed
84%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 11 | 48 | 63 | 78 | 56 |
Notable recent applications
102 lot subdivision
5 stanley road · 2020 · Approved · 102 lots
Buildings and works for the construction of a five storey apartment building for more than 2 dwellings, and as
408 burwood highway · 2019 · Approved · 29 dwellings
Construction of 10 x triple storey and 2 x four storey dwellings and associated tree removal
440 burwood highway vermont south 3133 · 2022 · No permit issued · 10 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Vermont South?
Vermont South sits in City of Whitehorse (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 Vermont South carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Vermont South
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Vermont South and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Vermont South?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 574 planning permit applications in Vermont South since 2006, with 292 permits issued and 417 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 Whitehorse supports in Vermont South.
What can I build in Vermont South?
What you can build in Vermont South — 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 Vermont South, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Vermont South in?
Properties in Vermont South 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 Vermont South. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Vermont South?
Whether you need a planning approval in Vermont South 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.