Planning Zones & Controls in Pascoe Vale, Victoria

Pascoe Vale is located within City of Merri-bek (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 Pascoe Vale and the broader City of Merri-bek area.

Overlays & controls

Properties in Pascoe Vale 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
NCONeighbourhood Character Overlay
DPODevelopment Plan Overlay
EAOEnvironmental Audit Overlay

What can you build in Pascoe Vale?

Pascoe Vale sits in City of Merri-bek (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 Pascoe Vale carry heritage controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.

Check your property in Pascoe Vale

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I build in Pascoe Vale?

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

What planning zone is Pascoe Vale in?

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

Do I need a planning permit in Pascoe Vale?

Whether you need a planning approval in Pascoe Vale 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.