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

The Alfredton West Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) covers development of land in Lucas.

View or download:

• Alfredton West Precinct Structure Plan Part 1
• Alfredton West Precinct Structure Plan Part 2

The Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP) cover development of land in the Ballarat West Growth Area. 

There are two levies imposed under the Ballarat West DCP, the Development Infrastructure Levy (DIL) and the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). Relevant documents include:

• Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) - February 2026
• Ballarat West Development Contribution Plan (DCP) – February 2026
• Ballarat West Native Vegetation Precinct Plan (NVPP) – Amended February 2026
• Conservation Management Plan for the Growling Grass Frog
• Urban Design Framework for 155 Ballarat Carngham Road Winter Valley
• Urban Design Framework for 331 Glenelg Highway Smythes Creek

For any questions about the Ballarat Growth Areas:

• Email: growthareas@ballarat.vic.gov.au
• Phone: City of Ballarat Customer Service on 5320 5500 and ask for the Sustainable Growth Team