Planning Zones & Controls in Wendouree, Victoria
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 Wendouree and the broader City of Ballarat area.
Overlays & controls
Properties in 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 Wendouree
Real application data for 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
370
permits issued
343
new dwellings proposed
94%
of recorded outcomes got a permit
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 1 | 50 | 67 | 57 | 60 |
Notable recent applications
Development of 17 warehouses, 17 lot subdivision and reduction in car parking requirements
20 grandlee drive · 2020 · Approved · 17 lots
Development of fifteen warehouses, fifteen lot subdivision and variation to easement e-3
10 builders close · 2021 · Approved · 15 lots
Development of buildings and works (12 storage sheds) and 12 lot subdivision
12 builders close · 2019 · Approved · 12 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 “No permit issued” outcomes include withdrawn and lapsed applications, not only refusals.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 Wendouree?
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 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 Wendouree
Find out exactly what planning controls apply to your property in Wendouree and whether you need approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many planning permits have been approved in Wendouree?
The Victorian state permit register (PPARS) records 945 planning permit applications in Wendouree since 2006, with 370 permits issued and 343 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 Wendouree.
What can I build in Wendouree?
What you can build in 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 Wendouree, or get a $39 planning report for a plain-English answer specific to your address.
What planning zone is Wendouree in?
Properties in 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 Wendouree. You can check your property's zone using VicPlan or our free Property Snapshot tool.
Do I need a planning permit in Wendouree?
Whether you need a planning approval in 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.