Planning Zones & Controls in Cremorne, Victoria

Cremorne is located within City of Yarra (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 Cremorne and the broader City of Yarra area.

NRZNeighbourhood Residential ZoneGRZGeneral Residential ZoneMUZMixed Use ZoneC1ZCommercial 1 ZoneC2ZCommercial 2 ZoneIN1ZIndustrial 1 Zone

Overlays & controls

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

HOHeritage Overlay
DDODesign and Development Overlay
ESOEnvironmental Significance Overlay
DPODevelopment Plan Overlay
EAOEnvironmental Audit Overlay

What can you build in Cremorne?

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

→Build a granny flat in CremorneSecondary-dwelling size, siting and whether you need approval.→Subdivide your land in CremorneMinimum lot sizes and the approval pathway.→Build a second dwelling in CremorneDual-occupancy site area and design rules.→Build townhouses or units in CremorneMulti-dwelling development and how many fit.→Extend your house in CremorneWhen a renovation needs planning approval.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I build in Cremorne?

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

What planning zone is Cremorne in?

Properties in Cremorne are commonly located in the Neighbourhood Residential Zone (NRZ), General Residential Zone (GRZ), Mixed Use Zone (MUZ), Commercial 1 Zone (C1Z). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Cremorne. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.

Do I need a planning permit in Cremorne?

Whether you need a planning approval in Cremorne 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.