Planning Zones & Controls in Donvale, Victoria

Donvale 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 Donvale and the broader City of Manningham area.

NRZNeighbourhood Residential ZoneGRZGeneral Residential ZoneLDRZLow Density Residential ZoneRGZResidential Growth ZoneC1ZCommercial 1 ZoneGWZGreen Wedge Zone

Overlays & controls

Properties in Donvale 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 Donvale?

Donvale 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 Donvale carry bushfire controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I build in Donvale?

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

What planning zone is Donvale in?

Properties in Donvale 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 Donvale. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.

Do I need a planning permit in Donvale?

Whether you need a planning approval in Donvale 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.