Planning Zones & Controls in Wheelers Hill, Victoria

Wheelers Hill is located within City of Monash (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 Wheelers Hill and the broader City of Monash area.

Overlays & controls

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

DDODesign and Development Overlay
HOHeritage Overlay
DPODevelopment Plan Overlay
SBOSpecial Building Overlay
ESOEnvironmental Significance Overlay

What can you build in Wheelers Hill?

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

Check your property in Wheelers Hill

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I build in Wheelers Hill?

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

What planning zone is Wheelers Hill in?

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

Do I need a planning permit in Wheelers Hill?

Whether you need a planning approval in Wheelers Hill 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.