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City of Port Phillip · MUZ

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Mixed Use zoning supports apartment and commercial development in South Melbourne

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Zoning in South Melbourne

MUZMixed Use Zone

Covers the residential and mixed-character parts of South Melbourne. Enables apartments and mixed-use development.

Zoning varies street by street. The zones listed above apply across most of South Melbourne, but overlays, schedules, and site-specific conditions can change what's achievable on your specific block. A Lodgepath report covers your exact address.

Development potential in South Melbourne

Typical outcomes based on the suburb's zoning and council permit history. Your site may vary depending on lot size, overlays, and frontage.

Generally restricted

Subdivision

Possible

Dual Occupancy

Generally restricted

Townhouses

Possible

Granny Flat / Secondary Dwelling

Strong potential

Apartments

Key planning facts

  • Close proximity to CBD makes South Melbourne development highly viable economically

  • Heritage overlays are common, particularly in the residential grid streets

  • Activity centres along Clarendon Street and Coventry Street influence nearby zoning

Planning considerations

  • Heritage Overlay applies broadly across the residential grid

  • Inner Melbourne Activity Centre provisions may apply to sites fronting major streets

Council

City of Port Phillip

Primary Zone

MUZ

Typical Lot Size

200–500 sqm

Postcode

3205

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