Planning Permits in City of Yarra
Yarra is an inner-city municipality known for its mix of heritage residential streets, converted industrial precincts, and vibrant commercial strips. The area has seen significant infill development and warehouse conversions.
Key Suburbs
RichmondFitzroyCollingwoodAbbotsfordCremorneClifton HillCarlton North
Area Statistics
97,927
Population
50,584
Dwellings
33
Median Age
Source: ABS Census 2021
Planning Characteristics
Extensive Heritage Overlay coverage protects Victorian-era housing. Industrial zones in Cremorne and Collingwood are transitioning to mixed use. Strong DDO controls in activity centres like Bridge Road and Swan Street.
Common Planning Zones
NRZNeighbourhood Residential Zone
GRZGeneral Residential Zone
MUZMixed Use Zone
C1ZCommercial 1 Zone
C2ZCommercial 2 Zone
IN1ZIndustrial 1 Zone
Common Planning Overlays
HOHeritage Overlay
DDODesign and Development Overlay
ESOEnvironmental Significance Overlay
DPODevelopment Plan Overlay
EAOEnvironmental Audit Overlay
Planning Scheme
View the full Yarra planning scheme on the Victorian Government planning scheme viewer.
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