Planning Zones & Controls in Thornhill Park, Victoria

Thornhill Park is located within City of Melton (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 Thornhill Park and the broader City of Melton area.

GRZGeneral Residential ZoneUGZUrban Growth ZoneNRZNeighbourhood Residential ZoneC1ZCommercial 1 ZoneFZFarming ZoneGWZGreen Wedge Zone

Overlays & controls

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

DPODevelopment Plan Overlay
DDODesign and Development Overlay
ESOEnvironmental Significance Overlay
LSIOLand Subject to Inundation Overlay

What can you build in Thornhill Park?

Thornhill Park sits in City of Melton (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 Thornhill Park carry flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.

→Build a granny flat in Thornhill ParkSecondary-dwelling size, siting and whether you need approval.→Subdivide your land in Thornhill ParkMinimum lot sizes and the approval pathway.→Build a second dwelling in Thornhill ParkDual-occupancy site area and design rules.→Build townhouses or units in Thornhill ParkMulti-dwelling development and how many fit.→Extend your house in Thornhill ParkWhen a renovation needs planning approval.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I build in Thornhill Park?

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

What planning zone is Thornhill Park in?

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

Do I need a planning permit in Thornhill Park?

Whether you need a planning approval in Thornhill Park 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.