Property Report
Comprehensive multi-dimensional analysis
83 Hearn St
Zoning & Regional Plan
GRZ1
General Residential Zone
LEP: Colac Otway Planning Scheme
Height Limit
11 metres or 2-3 storeys
Min Lot Size
600m²
✅ Permitted Uses
❌ Prohibited Uses
Schools
Colac is served by Colac Secondary College as the major public secondary, with multiple public primary options including the main Colac Primary School. Catholic alternatives include St Andrew's and Colac Catholic Primary. A specialist performing arts primary is also available locally. Families should confirm their specific catchment school through the official VIC school finder tool.
Likely public catchment
Properties in central Colac are typically zoned for Colac Primary School and Colac Secondary College; verify exact catchment boundaries via the VIC Department of Education.
Nearby schools
Colac Primary School
In catchmentColac Secondary College
In catchmentSt Andrew's Primary School
Colac Catholic Primary School
Minaret Primary School
Warrion Primary School
Colac Performing Arts School
Catchment information is indicative only. Always verify with the relevant state education department before making enrolment decisions.
Traffic & Congestion
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Public Transport
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Flood Risk
Colac is located in southwestern Victoria and experiences periodic flood risk from the Colac Lake system and associated waterways including Gellibrand River and tributary catchments. The town and surrounding areas are subject to the Land Subject to Inundation Overlay (LSIO) under the Victoria Planning Provisions, with documented flood events in recent decades. Properties within mapped overlays require careful assessment during the planning and development approval process.
Planning Controls
- •Colac Otway Shire Development Plan Schedule and overlay requirements for properties in mapped LSIO areas
- •Flood-resistant design and elevated floor levels for new development or substantial alterations in high-risk zones
- •Mandatory flood risk assessment and engineering report for planning applications affecting LSIO land
Bushfire Risk
BAL Rating
BAL-19
Colac is located in southwestern Victoria within a region of moderate bushfire risk due to its proximity to forested areas and undulating topography. Properties in Colac are likely to fall within the Bushfire Prone Area (BPA) and may be subject to Bushfire Management Overlay (BMO) provisions. Construction on affected properties should comply with AS 3959 BAL-19 standards as a minimum.
Crime & Safety
Colac, a regional Victorian city, experiences crime rates below the state average for a centre of its size. Theft and assault represent the primary crime categories, consistent with regional town patterns. Overall crime has remained stable in recent years with no significant escalation.
Total Incidents
4,200
Estimated annual (2024-2025)
vs State
Below Average
Trend
➡️ stable
Crime Categories
Future Development
Colac exhibits modest development activity typical of a regional Victorian centre, focused on town centre revitalisation, small-scale residential infill and infrastructure renewal. Development pressure remains relatively low, with emphasis on heritage preservation, lake-precinct amenity and service provision for an ageing population. Council DA pipeline reflects conservative, locally-driven growth rather than speculative intensity.
Colac Town Centre Revitalisation
0.5 kmCouncil-led urban renewal focusing on streetscape improvements, heritage activation and mixed-use development along Murray Street precinct.
Residential subdivision - Lake Colac vicinity
2 kmSmall-scale residential lot creation capitalising on proximity to Lake Colac and recreational amenities.
Colac Otway Shire infrastructure upgrades
1 kmStaged water, sewer and transport network improvements supporting town growth and regional connectivity.
Retail/commercial site redevelopment
0.8 kmAdaptive reuse of underutilised commercial buildings for retail, hospitality and small office uses in central business district.
Residential aged-care facility
1.5 kmLow-to-mid rise aged care development responding to demographic demand in regional Victoria.
Heritage & Conservation
Colac is a regional Victorian town centre with a distinct nineteenth-century character, featuring heritage conservation overlays in the central business district and residential precincts. The town contains several locally significant heritage items including the Town Hall and historic lakeside precinct. Properties within the heritage overlay areas are subject to development controls protecting architectural heritage and streetscape character.
⚠️ Restrictions
- •Exterior alterations to heritage-listed properties require council approval
- •Demolition of significant structures subject to heritage permit process
- •New development in conservation area must respect streetscape character
- •Façade retention requirements for Victorian-era commercial buildings
Nearby Heritage Items