Planning Zones & Controls in Wandin East, Victoria
Wandin East is located within Yarra Ranges Shire (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 Wandin East and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Wandin East 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 Wandin East
Real application data for Wandin East from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
125
applications on record
55
permits issued
20
new dwellings proposed
86%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 9 | 15 | 8 | 10 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Wandin East?
Wandin East sits in Yarra Ranges Shire (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 Wandin East carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Wandin East
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Wandin East and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Wandin East?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 125 planning permit applications in Wandin East since 2007, with 55 permits issued and 20 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire supports in Wandin East.
What can I build in Wandin East?
What you can build in Wandin East — 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 Wandin East, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Wandin East in?
Properties in Wandin East are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Green Wedge Zone (GWZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Wandin East. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Wandin East?
Whether you need a planning approval in Wandin East 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.