Green Wedge A Zone (GWAZ)
Green wedge with some variation allowing limited rural living.
Key Controls
Aggregated across 12 councils and 38 schedules. Values vary by council — check your specific schedule below.
| Control | Range | Variations |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Size | 3ha — 1ha | 2 |
Councils with GWAZ Zoning
12 councils apply GWAZ zoning across Victoria.
| Council | Schedules | Min Lot Size | Max Height | Site Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brimbank | 2 | — | — | — |
| Cardinia | 5 | — | — | — |
| Casey | 10 | — | — | — |
| Greater Dandenong | 2 | — | — | — |
| Hume | 2 | — | — | — |
| Kingston | 2 | — | — | — |
| Knox | 2 | — | — | — |
| Maroondah | 2 | — | — | — |
| Melton | 2 | — | — | — |
| Whittlesea | 3 | — | — | — |
| Wyndham | 2 | — | — | — |
| Yarra Ranges | 4 | — | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GWAZ zoning?
Green wedge with some variation allowing limited rural living.
Can I subdivide on GWAZ land?
Subdivision on GWAZ land depends on the specific schedule applied by your council, including minimum lot size requirements. Typical minimum lot sizes range from 3ha — 1ha. Check your council's specific GWAZ schedule for exact requirements.
What is the minimum lot size for GWAZ?
Minimum lot sizes for GWAZ vary by council. Across Victoria, GWAZ minimum lot sizes range from 3ha — 1ha. Your specific schedule (e.g., GWAZ1, GWAZ2) determines the exact requirement.
How many councils use GWAZ zoning?
12 Victorian councils apply GWAZ zoning. Each council may have different schedules with varying controls for minimum lot size, building height, and site coverage.
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