Planning Zones & Controls in Golden Point, Victoria
Golden Point 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 Golden Point and the broader City of Ballarat area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Golden Point 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 Golden Point
Real application data for Golden Point from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2007. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Ballarat actually supports here.
436
applications on record
156
permits issued
173
new dwellings proposed
93%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 18 | 25 | 18 | 32 |
Notable recent applications
Demolition of outbuildings, partial demolition, alterations and additions to a dwelling, development of three
13 peake street · 2019 · Approved · 3 dwellings · 3 lots
Partial demolition of existing dwelling, demolition of an outbuilding, buildings and works associated with the
504 grant street golden point 3350 · 2021 · Approved · 3 dwellings · 3 lots
Demolition of a dwelling, development of five dwellings and a front fence
634a barkly street · 2020 · Approved · 5 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Golden Point?
Golden Point 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 Golden Point carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
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Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Golden Point and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Golden Point?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 436 planning permit applications in Golden Point since 2007, with 156 permits issued and 173 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 Golden Point.
What can I build in Golden Point?
What you can build in Golden Point — 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 Golden Point, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Golden Point in?
Properties in Golden Point 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 Golden Point. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Golden Point?
Whether you need a planning approval in Golden Point 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.