Planning Zones & Controls in Woori Yallock, Victoria
Woori Yallock 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 Woori Yallock and the broader Yarra Ranges Shire area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Woori Yallock 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 Woori Yallock
Real application data for Woori Yallock from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what Yarra Ranges Shire actually supports here.
380
applications on record
158
permits issued
44
new dwellings proposed
87%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 2 | 12 | 15 | 29 | 28 |
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Woori Yallock?
Woori Yallock 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 Woori Yallock carry heritage and bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Woori Yallock?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 380 planning permit applications in Woori Yallock since 2006, with 158 permits issued and 44 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 Woori Yallock.
What can I build in Woori Yallock?
What you can build in Woori Yallock — 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 Woori Yallock, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Woori Yallock in?
Properties in Woori Yallock 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 Woori Yallock. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Woori Yallock?
Whether you need a planning approval in Woori Yallock 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.