Residential zones
Brisbane City Council developed the Brisbane City Plan 2014 (City Plan) in consultation with the community. The plan supports a simple, fast and clear development assessment process. It guides how land can be used and developed in Brisbane to support population growth, while protecting our way of life.
Zones
Land in Brisbane is divided into zones. These zones guide the land use or type of development that may occur on a site.
City Plan further divides some zones into numbered zone precincts. These precincts provide more specific information about the types of development intended for particular locations.
Residential zones
Residential zoning provides for a variety of housing choices to meet community needs now and in the future. City Plan divides residential land into zones. These zones identify where different types of housing can occur. Council's residential zones include:
- character residential
- low density residential
- low-medium density residential
- medium density residential
- high density residential
- tourist accommodation
- emerging community
- rural
- rural residential
- township
- environmental management.
Overlays
Overlay maps include different features you must consider when developing land. For example, flooding, heritage and character. Overlay maps are available in Council’s City Plan online mapping tool. They help identify if your property:
- is in an overlay, or
- has particular characteristics to consider when preparing your development application.
An overlay may apply to all, or part, of a property. More than one overlay may affect a property. Overlays may affect the type and level of development assessment required, as well as design requirements such as building height, landscaping or vehicle access. Some overlays are for information purposes only.
Traditional building character overlay map
The traditional building character overlay map was called a 'demolition control precinct' under Brisbane City Plan 2000. It identifies land where existing character houses must be protected. Any renovations or new development must reflect the neighbourhood’s traditional building character.
Check which zones, precincts and overlays apply to your property
The City Plan online mapping tool allows you to view your property on a map. You can see the zones, precincts, overlays and neighbourhood plans that apply to your site.
It is important to check your property on the interactive map. You must include the relevant information in your development application before submitting it to Council.
Residential zones and zone precincts
View the residential zones and zone precincts table for information about zones and zone precincts.
More information
For more information:
- register to receive email updates about City Plan and planning and development in Brisbane.
- attend one of the Talk to a Planner sessions that Council holds throughout the year to speak to a Council officer in person
- contact Council.
Disclaimer: The content on this page is a summary and has been prepared to assist the reader to understand City Plan. Please refer to the full City Plan document, entitled Brisbane City Plan 2014, via City Plan online for further detail.