Planning Zones & Controls in Ballarat Central, Victoria
Ballarat Central is located within City of Ballarat (Victoria). The following planning zones and overlays are commonly found in this area.
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Planning Zones
These zones are commonly applied to properties in Ballarat Central and the broader City of Ballarat area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Ballarat Central may be affected by one or more of the following overlays / codes, which add extra planning controls on top of the zone.
Planning permit activity in Ballarat Central
Real application data for Ballarat Central from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2006. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Ballarat actually supports here.
2,429
applications on record
916
permits issued
399
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 14 | 99 | 160 | 140 | 159 |
Notable recent applications
Buildings and works associated with a seven storey apartment building, three townhouse dwellings, use and deve
4 lyons street north ballarat central 3350 · 2021 · Approved · 69 dwellings
43 lot subdivision
11 davey street ballarat central 3350 · 2021 · Approved · 43 lots
In accordance with the endorsed plans, the demolition of existing building, development of residential apartme
11 davey street · 2020 · Approved · 27 dwellings
Source: Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS), records to mid-2023. Council participation varies by year; figures are indicative. “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.
What can you build in Ballarat Central?
Ballarat Central sits in City of Ballarat (Victoria). What you can build — a granny flat, a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or an extension — depends on your property's zone and overlays. These guides set out the Victoria rules for the most common projects:
Heads up: parts of Ballarat Central carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Ballarat Central
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Ballarat Central and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Ballarat Central?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 2,429 planning permit applications in Ballarat Central since 2006, with 916 permits issued and 399 new dwellings proposed across all applications. The register's public extract runs to mid-2023; recent local decisions are a strong guide to what City of Ballarat supports in Ballarat Central.
What can I build in Ballarat Central?
What you can build in Ballarat Central — such as a granny flat (secondary dwelling), a subdivision, a second dwelling, townhouses or a house extension — depends on your property's planning zone and any overlays, together with the Victoria planning rules. See the project guides above for Ballarat Central, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Ballarat Central in?
Properties in Ballarat Central are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Urban Growth Zone (UGZ), Rural Living Zone (RLZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Ballarat Central. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Ballarat Central?
Whether you need a planning approval in Ballarat Central depends on the zone your property is in, any overlays that apply, and the type of work you are proposing. Most new dwellings, extensions, subdivisions, and changes of use require approval. Some minor works may be exempt or "accepted development" depending on the zone and overlay controls. Use our free tools to check your specific situation.
How do I find my property's planning zone?
You can find your property's planning zone by searching your address on VicPlan, the official Victoria planning map. It shows the zone, overlays, and other planning controls that apply to any property in Victoria.