City of Boroondara · NRZ1
What can you build in Hawthorn?
Hawthorn is NRZ1-dominant — dual occupancies and granny flats are the most common development type
Get a report for my block — $199Zoning in Hawthorn
Applies to most of Hawthorn's residential streets, placing a priority on neighbourhood character and limiting density.
Found in some pockets, enabling more flexibility for dual occupancies and smaller-scale townhouses.
Zoning varies street by street. The zones listed above apply across most of Hawthorn, 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 Hawthorn
Typical outcomes based on the suburb's zoning and council permit history. Your site may vary depending on lot size, overlays, and frontage.
Subdivision
Dual Occupancy
Townhouses
Granny Flat / Secondary Dwelling
Apartments
Key planning facts
Boroondara is one of Melbourne's most character-conservative councils
Heritage overlays are widespread — check your specific site before assuming any flexibility
Despite NRZ1 constraints, high land values make single additional dwellings financially strong
GRZ1 pockets (particularly near Glenferrie Road) have more development flexibility
Planning considerations
Heritage Overlay applies to a large proportion of Hawthorn's housing stock
NRZ1 schedule sets strict site coverage and permeability requirements
Neighbourhood Character Overlay further constrains form and materials
Council
City of Boroondara
Primary Zone
NRZ1Typical Lot Size
500–800 sqm
Postcode
3122
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