Planning Zones & Controls in Viewbank, Victoria
Viewbank is located within City of Banyule (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 Viewbank and the broader City of Banyule area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Viewbank 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 Viewbank
Real application data for Viewbank from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2005. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Banyule actually supports here.
322
applications on record
141
permits issued
92
new dwellings proposed
81%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 34 | 34 | 35 | 24 |
Notable recent applications
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 and waiving of parking requirements development of three new dwellings to t
16 bannockburn road · 2019 · No permit issued · 5 dwellings
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 development of two (2) new dwellings on lot 16 (volume 08368 / folio 645) a
4 rodney court · 2019 · Approved · 2 dwellings
Greater 1 new dwelling but less 10 development of two (2) double storey dwellings
17 philippa court · 2019 · Approved · 2 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Viewbank?
Viewbank sits in City of Banyule (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 Viewbank carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Viewbank
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Viewbank and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Viewbank?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 322 planning permit applications in Viewbank since 2005, with 141 permits issued and 92 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 Banyule supports in Viewbank.
What can I build in Viewbank?
What you can build in Viewbank — 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 Viewbank, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Viewbank in?
Properties in Viewbank 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 Viewbank. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Viewbank?
Whether you need a planning approval in Viewbank 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.
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