City of Ballarat Christmas Shutdown Period

The City of Ballarat’s offices are closed from 5pm Tuesday 24th December 2024 until 8:30am Thursday 2nd January 2025.
All requests submitted via online methods will be processed in the new year. Holiday waste collection change information can be found here.
For any urgent matters please call our after hours team on 03 5320 5500.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Request Service
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Request a service or information

eService requests are monitored during council business hours Monday to Friday, for urgent assistance please phone 03 5320 5500
Payments
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Pay online using your credit card - Mastercard or Visa only
New Animal Registrations
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New cat and dog registrations

Renew your existing animal registration
Register as an Online Customer
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Register now

NOTE: You can only register once. If you have forgotten your User Name contact Customer Service during business hours Phone 03 5320 5500

NOTE: Most functions can be accessed without registering as a user. Registration is only required to lodge certain applications such as Private Building Permits.
Town Planning
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Submit an application

View advertised applications and registers

Apply for Written Advice

Apply for Demolition - 29A Report and Consent
Advice & Certificates
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Building Archive Document Search - Permits and Plans

Public Liability Insurance Casual Hirer

Property Certificates - Land Info, Building 326 Permits
Rates
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View Rates and Direct Debits

NOTE: If you have previously registered to pay your Rates by Direct Debit, you do not need to re-register for this payment option.

Online Customer already?
YES - Start using this service
NO - Register now as an Online Customer

View other payment options
Pools and Spas
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Apply to Register a Pool/Spa

NOTE: If you have previously registered your pool, you do not need to re-register. To upload your barrier compliance certificate please see instructions in your email notifications or contact the Building Team on 03 5320 5121.

Pay for your Pool/Spa Certification

Ask a Question
Infringement Appeal
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Request the review of your infringement

Permits and Registers
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Apply to Register a Pool/Spa

Apply for a Permit to Busk

Apply for a Permit to Burn

Public Liability
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Request for Public Liability coverage by City of Ballarat's insurance for Casual Venue Hire or Outdoor Dining and Trading.