Planning Zones & Controls in Bulleen, Victoria

Bulleen is located within City of Manningham (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 Bulleen and the broader City of Manningham area.

Overlays & controls

Properties in Bulleen may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.

ESOEnvironmental Significance Overlay
SLOSignificant Landscape Overlay
DDODesign and Development Overlay
NCONeighbourhood Character Overlay
BMOBushfire Management Overlay

What can you build in Bulleen?

Bulleen sits in City of Manningham (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 Bulleen carry bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.

Check your property in Bulleen

Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Bulleen and whether you need approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I build in Bulleen?

What you can build in Bulleen — 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 Bulleen, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.

What planning zone is Bulleen in?

Properties in Bulleen are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Residential Growth Zone (RGZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Bulleen. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.

Do I need a planning permit in Bulleen?

Whether you need a planning approval in Bulleen 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.