Planning Zones & Controls in Jackass Flat, Victoria
Jackass Flat is located within City of Greater Bendigo (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 Jackass Flat and the broader City of Greater Bendigo area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Jackass Flat 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 Jackass Flat
Real application data for Jackass Flat from the Victorian state planning permit register (PPARS) — records back to 2008. Local decisions are the best guide to what City of Greater Bendigo actually supports here.
103
applications on record
60
permits issued
140
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 8 | 12 | 12 | 19 | 4 |
Notable recent applications
Staged 44 lot subdivision, removal of vegetation, (in accordance with approved development plan) removal of ea
11 harveys lane · 2020 · Approved · 2 dwellings · 43 lots
Subdivision of lane into 28 lots in accordance with approved development plan and vegetation removal
11 harveys lane · 2020 · Approved · 27 lots
5 lot subdivision and removal of native vegetation
46-58 crane street jackass flat 3556 · 2021 · Approved · 4 lots
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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Jackass Flat?
Jackass Flat sits in City of Greater Bendigo (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 Jackass Flat carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Jackass Flat
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Jackass Flat and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Jackass Flat?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 103 planning permit applications in Jackass Flat since 2008, with 60 permits issued and 140 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 Greater Bendigo supports in Jackass Flat.
What can I build in Jackass Flat?
What you can build in Jackass Flat — 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 Jackass Flat, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Jackass Flat in?
Properties in Jackass Flat are commonly located in the General Residential Zone (GRZ), Low Density Residential Zone (LDRZ), Rural Living Zone (RLZ), Farming Zone (FZ). The exact zone for your property depends on its specific location within Jackass Flat. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Jackass Flat?
Whether you need a planning approval in Jackass Flat 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.