Planning Zones & Controls in Lake Wendouree, Victoria
Lake Wendouree 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 Lake Wendouree and the broader City of Ballarat area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in Lake Wendouree 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 Lake Wendouree
Real application data for Lake Wendouree 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.
945
applications on record
341
permits issued
205
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 3 | 31 | 43 | 55 | 54 |
Notable recent applications
Construction of 17 dwellings and reduction of three visitor car parking spaces
203 wendouree parade · 2019 · Approved · 17 dwellings
Development of eight dwellings and eight lot subdivision
1011 gregory street lake wendouree 3350 · 2021 · Approved · 8 dwellings · 9 lots
Development of four dwellings and four lot subdivision
105 forest street · 2019 · Approved · 4 dwellings · 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Lake Wendouree?
Lake Wendouree 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 Lake Wendouree carry heritage, bushfire and flood controls (see the overlays above), which can change what's allowed or require planning approval.
Check your property in Lake Wendouree
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Lake Wendouree and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Lake Wendouree?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 945 planning permit applications in Lake Wendouree since 2006, with 341 permits issued and 205 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 Lake Wendouree.
What can I build in Lake Wendouree?
What you can build in Lake Wendouree — 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 Lake Wendouree, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Lake Wendouree in?
Properties in Lake Wendouree 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 Lake Wendouree. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Lake Wendouree?
Whether you need a planning approval in Lake Wendouree 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.