Urban Floodway Zone (UFZ)
High flood risk urban land with strict development limits.
Councils with UFZ Zoning
43 councils apply UFZ zoning across Victoria.
| Council | Schedules | Min Lot Size | Max Height | Site Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banyule | 2 | — | — | — |
| Baw Baw | 2 | — | — | — |
| Benalla | 2 | — | — | — |
| Boroondara | 2 | — | — | — |
| Brimbank | 2 | — | — | — |
| Buloke | 2 | — | — | — |
| Campaspe | 2 | — | — | — |
| Cardinia | 2 | — | — | — |
| Casey | 2 | — | — | — |
| Darebin | 2 | — | — | — |
| Frankston | 2 | — | — | — |
| Glenelg | 2 | — | — | — |
| Greater Bendigo | 2 | — | — | — |
| Greater Dandenong | 2 | — | — | — |
| Greater Geelong | 2 | — | — | — |
| Greater Shepparton | 2 | — | — | — |
| Hobsons Bay | 2 | — | — | — |
| Hume | 2 | — | — | — |
| Indigo | 2 | — | — | — |
| Kingston | 2 | — | — | — |
| Knox | 2 | — | — | — |
| Latrobe | 2 | — | — | — |
| Manningham | 2 | — | — | — |
| Mansfield | 2 | — | — | — |
| Maribyrnong | 2 | — | — | — |
| Maroondah | 2 | — | — | — |
| Melton | 2 | — | — | — |
| Merri-bek | 2 | — | — | — |
| Mildura | 2 | — | — | — |
| Mitchell | 2 | — | — | — |
| Moira | 2 | — | — | — |
| Monash | 2 | — | — | — |
| Moonee Valley | 2 | — | — | — |
| Murrindindi | 2 | — | — | — |
| Nillumbik | 2 | — | — | — |
| Pyrenees | 2 | — | — | — |
| Strathbogie | 2 | — | — | — |
| Warrnambool | 2 | — | — | — |
| Whitehorse | 2 | — | — | — |
| Whittlesea | 2 | — | — | — |
| Wyndham | 2 | — | — | — |
| Yarra | 2 | — | — | — |
| Yarra Ranges | 2 | — | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UFZ zoning?
High flood risk urban land with strict development limits.
Can I subdivide on UFZ land?
Subdivision on UFZ land depends on the specific schedule applied by your council, including minimum lot size requirements. Check your council's specific UFZ schedule for exact requirements.
What is the minimum lot size for UFZ?
Minimum lot sizes for UFZ vary by council. Check your council's specific schedule for exact requirements.
How many councils use UFZ zoning?
43 Victorian councils apply UFZ zoning. Each council may have different schedules with varying controls for minimum lot size, building height, and site coverage.
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