Ballarat Growth Areas

Ballarat is growing at a rapid rate and the City of Ballarat must plan for this growth. At current rates, Ballarat will have a population of more than 170,000 by 2041.

Ballarat’s existing and future growth areas will deliver a significant proportion of the houses needed for this growth.
Growth areas are typically implemented through Precinct Structure Plans (PSPs) and Development Contribution Plans (DCPs).

A PSP is a high-level master plan that guides greenfield development to create whole communities.  PSPs include layouts for roads, shopping centres, schools, parks, housing, employment, and connections to transport.

A DCP makes possible the timely delivery of infrastructure to new communities and funds major infrastructure projects such as drainage, roads, intersections, and recreational open spaces.

For any questions about the Ballarat Growth Areas:

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Ballarat's Current Growth Areas (Ballarat West and Alfredton West)

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Ballarat's Future Growth Areas

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Calculating Net Developable Area

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Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

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Development Infrastructure Levy (DIL)

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Public Infrastructure Plan (PIP)