Past consultations

These amendments have completed their statutory consultation process with South Australia's community.

After processing all submissions received, the amendments are recommended for approval to the relevant decision-maker.

Closed 2023

Closed at 5:00 pm, 8 December 2023

To clarify aspects in the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 (General Regulations), the South Australian Government proposed a number of amendments, which were open for consultation from 10 November to 8 December 2023.

The draft Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Miscellaneous) (No 2) Amendment Regulations 2023 (PDF, 176 KB) propose the following key amendments to the General Regulations:

  • making Assessment Managers at councils the designated authority for assessing and approving Building Envelope Plans
  • clarifying that the operative period of any consent aligns with the operative period of the final development approval
  • updating the notification period prescribed in regulation 93(1)(b) of the General Regulations to five business days’ notice for out of council areas to allow more time to plan for and undertake inspections if required (along with a revised State Planning Commission Practice Direction (Out of Council Areas Inspection Policy) 2019)
  • amending regulation 104(8)(d) of the General Regulations to make reference to a communications facility under the Commonwealth's Telecommunications Act 1997
  • a new clause that prescribes establishing transhipment points associated with a proposed or existing port facility for transferring bulk commodities within state coastal waters as development
  • exempting hazard monitoring equipment from requiring development approval in certain circumstances
  • increasing the scope of exempt works associated with the supply, disposal or treatment of water or waste water in schedule 13 of the General Regulations
  • minor editorial changes that will provide greater clarity throughout the Regulations.

Outcomes

Amendments to clarify the General Regulations have been made by the Governor and are now in effect.

The proposed changes have been made to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 in-line with feedback received during consultation.

Documents

Closed at 5:00 pm, 14 November 2023

The design standard for residential driveway crossovers aims to improve public safety and enhance streetscapes across South Australia.

The draft Residential Driveway Crossover Design Standard outlines how new residential driveways should connect from private property to the street and is the first design standard initiated under the new South Australian planning system.

Under the draft design standard, new driveways should be positioned to allow:

  • space for a street-tree in front of the home
  • room to put bins out
  • a suitable distance from roadside infrastructure, such as Stobie poles.

The design standard will also make sure home builders consider the impacts of driveway design on car parking along the street, maintaining a safe and clear footpath and aligning with the street’s character.

Also, the design standard must be considered as part of the planning and land division approvals process, helping to identify issues with a driveway’s design or location at an earlier stage of the planning process and avoiding costs and delays later on.

The State Planning Commission prepared the draft design standard with input from local councils, developers and state government agencies.

Minor changes to the Planning and Design Code have also been drafted to complement the design standard and support its delivery, and are open for consultation as part of this process.

The Designated Entity for the design standard and Code Amendment is the State Planning Commission.

Public consultation will be carried out in accordance with the Community Engagement Charter.

Visit the YourSAy website for more information about the draft design standard and draft Code Amendment, and to provide feedback.

Consultation period

Consultation opens: 23 August 2023
Consultation closes: 14 November 2023

Initiation documents

Consultation documents

Have your say

Share your views on a new design standard for residential driveways that aims to improve public safety and enhance streetscapes across South Australia.

All feedback is encouraged to be submitted via the YourSAy website.

Alternatively, feedback can be provided via:

  • Email: PlanSA@sa.gov.au with subject heading ‘Submission – Residential Driveways Design Standard’
  • Post: Attention: Matthew Henderson, Senior Planning Officer, Planning and Land Use Services, Department for Trade and Investment, GPO Box 1815, Adelaide SA 5001

Online information sessions

PLUS staff will present information and answer questions about the draft Residential Driveway Crossovers Design Standard, as well as associated changes to the Planning and Design Code to support the design standard’s delivery.

Register to join one of the following sessions:

Closed at 5:00 pm on 6 November 2023

The State Planning Commission (the Commission) has released the Discussion Paper for the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan and want to hear from community, council and industry on how we prepare for future growth.

The Discussion Paper is an evidence-based document with a strong focus on what the Greater Adelaide Region may look like in 2051.

It presents key considerations and trends that we need to consider in our future planning. Bold decisions are required to strengthen the sustainability, liveability and prosperity of the Region.

There is an opportunity to provide early input into the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan and help determine:

  • What Greater Adelaide might look like in 30 years.
  • The needs and wants of current and future communities.
  • Where and how we should grow.

The Regional Plan will shape the Greater Adelaide region for the next 30 years and determine where houses and jobs go and how people will live as our population grows.

Engagement is open to everyone. Your ideas and feedback will give us invaluable insights as to how you want to live and what you hope for the future.

This input will help us draft the Greater Adelaide Regional Plan which will replace the 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide.

Visit the Regional Planning Program website to learn more and to have your say .

Consultation closed at 5:00 pm, 31 July 2023

The State Planning Commission sought feedback in mid-2023 on a proposed new planning assessment pathway that enabled outline consent to be given for specific development aspects ahead of submitting a full planning consent application.

The new ‘outline consent’ aimed to provide greater certainty to an applicant at an early stage before committing substantial resources to a project.

The Commission prepared a draft practice direction to describe the requirements and processes for applying for and assessing outline consents, as well as associated regulation changes.

Consultation on the draft practice direction was open from 26 June to 31 July 2023. Feedback received from industry and community feedback helped to shape the final practice direction and associated regulations.

Outcomes

Practice Direction 18 and Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) (Outline Consent) Amendment Regulations 2023 came into effect on 22 February.

Outline consent can be sought for a Performance Assessed Development that is assessed by the State Planning Commission as the relevant authority, for the following aspects of a proposed development:

  • building height, bulk and scale
  • building envelope
  • access
  • land use
  • density
  • open space.

A fee structure for outline consent has been introduced and is set out by a Ministerial fee notice.

For further information about the practice direction, read our Frequently Asked Questions (PDF, 227 KB) and Practice Direction 18 Guide.

For further information about the consultation, visit the YourSAy website.

Consultation documents

Closed at 5:00 pm, 24 February 2023

Consultation on proposed amendments to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (Accredited Professionals) Regulations 2019 (AP Regulations) and Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 (the General Regulations) took place early 2023.

The proposed amendments to the AP Regulations are being undertaken following last year’s Accredited Professionals Scheme Review which sought feedback from planning and building industry professionals on accreditation requirements. The proposed amendments aim to clarify and improve the accreditation system.

The proposed amendments to the General Regulations were undertaken to clarify aspects of the regulations based on miscellaneous feedback received from stakeholders over the past year.

The proposed amendments include:

Accredited Professional Regulations

  • Prescribing that a person accredited as a Planning Professional Level 1 may also perform the functions of a Planning Professional Level 2, 3 and 4.
  • Removing the requirement to publish the qualifications and experience of accredited professionals on the public register.
  • Clarifying the CPD requirements for persons accredited as Planning Professional Level 2.
  • Providing a new provision that allows an accreditation to be extended for three months without it lapsing.
  • Allowing council planning and building officers to assess or inspect development undertaken by council.

View the Planning Development and Infrastructure (Accredited Professionals) (Miscellaneous) Amendment Regulations 2023 (PDF, 177 KB) and a detailed summary of proposed amendments (PDF, 148 KB).

General Regulations

  • Enlivening the Essential Infrastructure Pathway to enable SA Power Networks to undertake works similar to those they might carry out under the Electricity Infrastructure Development Pathway under the Development Act 1993.
  • Clarifying that the State Planning Commission will be the relevant authority for development situated in the areas of two or more councils.
  • Introducing a new clause in Schedule 9 that allows a referral body to delegate.
  • Requiring a person applying for development that involves ‘prescribed work’ (as defined by the Strata Titles Act 1988 and the Community Titles Act 1996) to provide evidence that the relevant corporation has authorised the works.
  • Amending Schedule 13 to clarify when development undertaken by a state agency is exempt from requiring approval.
  • Minor editorial changes that will provide greater consistency throughout the Regulations.

View the Planning Development and Infrastructure (General) (Miscellaneous) Amendment Regulations 2023 (PDF, 218 KB) and a detailed summary of proposed amendments (PDF, 185 KB).

Outcomes

Amendments to clarify and improve the Accredited Professionals and General Regulations have been made by the Governor and are now in effect.

The changes reflect feedback received on proposed amendments to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (Accredited Professionals) Regulations 2019 and Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 in early-2023.

Closed at 5:00 pm, 3 February 2023

The Minister for Planning, Hon Nick Champion MP, has received Cabinet support to consult on a draft Bill, seeking to provide greater legislative protection which will allow completion of the 70km cycling and walking trail along Adelaide’s coastline.

The Linear Park Trail project from Semaphore Park to West Lakes Shore incorporates a 1.3km shared-use pathway between Third Avenue, Semaphore Park and the northern edge of the Wara Wayingga – Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve. 

The project complements the shared-use path to be constructed between Bournemouth Street, Tennyson and Terminus Street, Grange and, once complete, will contribute to a continuous 70km trail.

The draft Bill will strengthen the establishment of the Linear Parks by giving it the statutory force of the South Australian Parliament, and thereby giving Coast Parks the same status as the River Torrens Linear Park.

If enacted, the draft Bill would also establish the sections of Coast Park from Semaphore to West Lakes Shore and from Tennyson to Grange under the Linear Parks Act (2006).

The changes also make it easier for councils to manage and maintain Linear Parks in the future, by providing an ability for certain laws to be modified or excluded where they are not relevant to a Linear Park, which is intended to operate as a walking and cycling path only and will not be open to vehicle traffic.

The Linear Park is similar to other completed sections of shared use path along Adelaide’s coastline such as the Grange to Henley Square section of Coast Park.

Engagement

Consultation on the draft Bill was held from 9 January 2023 until 5:00 pm, 3 February 2023.

Submissions received in response to this new consultation will be provided to the Minister for Planning for consideration.

Documents

Closed 2022

Closed at 5:00 pm, 9 September 2022

The Minister for Planning is proposing to establish a Linear Park under the Linear Parks Act 2006. The objectives of this Act are to:

  • establish, maintain, and preserve linear parks as world-class assets to be used and enjoyed as public parks for the benefit of present and future generations
  • promote the use and enjoyment of linear parks by members of the local community and others
  • promote healthy active lifestyles by facilitating the use of linear parks for exercise and outdoor activities.

This proposal focuses on a section between Third Avenue, Semaphore Park and the northern edge of the Wara Wayingga-Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve, West Lakes Shore. Should a Linear Park be established, the shared-use path and any associated landscaping will be delivered by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport.

Public consultation has previously occurred on this proposal (May 2020). A new Public Notice incorporating plans with additional information was then released and consultation was open for three weeks. The new Public Notice shows the surveyed boundaries and tenure of the land proposed as Linear Park and the ‘road area’ within it, within which the proposed shared-use path would be located.

Proposed Coast Park shared-use pathway

Coast Park aims to improve community access and enjoyment of our beaches for all users and encourage active lifestyles through the region.

Community engagement

Community engagement on this proposal closed at 5.00 pm on 9 September 2022.

Submissions received in response to the previous Public Notice and this new Public Notice will be provided to the Minister for Planning for consideration.

Documents

Closed in 2021

Closed at 5:00 pm, 17 December 2021

The Attorney-General’s Department, on behalf of the Minister for Planning and Local Government, invited submissions on a proposed Linear Park (Grange to Tennyson). This proposed Linear Park incorporates a potential shared-use path.

The Minister for Planning and Local Government proposed to establish a Linear Park under the Linear Parks Act 2006. The objectives of this Act are to:

  1. establish, maintain, and preserve linear parks as world-class assets to be used and enjoyed as public parks for the benefit of present and future generations
  2. promote the use and enjoyment of linear parks by the local community and others
  3. promote healthy active lifestyles by facilitating the use of linear parks by members of the local community and others for exercise and other outdoor activities.

This proposal was in respect of a section between Terminus Street, Grange and Bournemouth Street, Tennyson.

Community engagement

Community engagement on this proposal was undertaken from 20 August to 17 September 2021. To provide further information about the proposal, a new Public Notice and plans were published on 26 November 2021 (see documents) which included:

  • a proposed General Registry Office plan showing the surveyed boundaries of the proposed linear park and ‘road area’ within it
  • additional land ownership information for parcels of land proposed as Linear Park
  • Information about the proposed ‘road area’ in which the proposed path will be located.

Feedback was opened for another three weeks to allow for any submissions or feedback arising from the new notice and updated information.

Documents

Find out the latest news on this proposal

Find out what is happening with Coast Park Semaphore Park to West Lakes Shore

Closed at 5:00 pm, 24 September 2021.

The Attorney-General’s Department, on behalf of the Minister for Planning and Local Government, wants to hear your views on a proposed Linear Park (Grange to Tennyson). This proposed Linear Park incorporates a potential shared-use path.

The Minister for Planning and Local Government is proposing to establish a Linear Park under the Linear Parks Act 2006. The objectives of this Act are to:

  1. establish, maintain, and preserve linear parks as world-class assets to be used and enjoyed as public parks for the benefit of present and future generations
  2. promote the use and enjoyment of linear parks by the community
  3. facilitate the use of linear parks for exercise and outdoor activities.

This project focuses on a section between Terminus Street, Grange and Bournemouth Street, Tennyson. Should the project proceed, it will be delivered by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport on behalf of the Attorney-General's Department.

The area between Third Avenue, Semaphore Park to the northern edge of Wara Wayingga-Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve was declared a Linear Park in October 2020.

Proposed Coast Park shared-use pathway

Coast Park aims to improve community access and enjoyment of our beaches for all users and encourage active lifestyles through the region.

Community engagement

The Minister for Planning and Local Government is seeking your feedback on the proposed Linear Park (including the shared-use path). Feedback can be provided until 5:00 pm, Friday 24 September 2021, by:

  • filling out the Registration, Feedback and Suggestions form
  • writing to: Linear Park Project Team, GPO Box 1533, Adelaide SA 5000

If you have any enquiries about the project you can:

Submissions received in response to the Public Notice will be provided to the Minister for Planning and Local Government for consideration.

Further information

Find out what is happening with Coast Park Semaphore Park to West Lakes Shore

Closed 25 March 2021

The Minister for Planning and Local Government is proposing to rezone land at Aldinga to enable a diversity of low to medium density housing and community development. The affected area consists of approximately 90 hectares of land that is zoned Deferred Urban and is bound by Quinliven Road, Main South Road, Aldinga Beach Road and How Road.

The land forms part of a State strategic land-banking program which has held the land for future development. The Minister has now determined that the demand for housing in southern Adelaide warrants the release of this land for development.

The DPA seeks to provide an appropriate policy framework to guide this master planned development. The land is proposed to be rezoned from Deferred Urban to Master-Planned Neighbourhood Zone.

The DPA also proposes a streamlined approval process for development that meets specific, pre-approved criteria via a ‘Building Envelope Plan’ with Council as the planning authority .

Note that existing development within the affected area, including Cardijn College, the new Aldinga B-12 School and the Aldinga CFS, although within the area affected by the rezoning, do not form part of the development of the site.

This rezoning will implement key targets of The 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide by providing opportunity for increased housing diversity in proximity to community infrastructure and services.

Closed 6 August 2021

The State Planning Commission has released its Statement of Position and Review Report — as part of its first statutory review of South Australia's Environment and Food Production Areas (EFPA). This commenced eight weeks of public consultation from 4 June 2021 to 30 July 2021, with a further seven-day extension to 6 August 2021 as a result of the week long state-wide COVID-19 lockdown.

In light of the reports' findings, South Australians were invited to make submissions to vary the EFPA boundaries where anomalies were identified.

As part of the review, a series of community information sessions were held across the EFPA locations to help stakeholders and the community to learn more about the EFPA Review and how it is relevant to them.

The next stage of the review will see the State Planning Commission hear from interested persons who have registered to make representations at a public hearing to be held in the coming weeks. On completion, the Commission will consider the submissions and deliver its ‘Findings Report’ to the Minister for Planning and Local Government, outlining the outcomes of the review.

Further information

Closed in 2020

Closed 18 December 2020

This consultation has closed.

South Australians had a further six-week opportunity to provide feedback on the revised draft Planning and Design Code (Code) from 4 November 2020 to 18 December 2020. This opportunity followed an initial five-month period of public consultation on the draft Code (October 2019 to February 2020).

In response to this second consultation, further improvements were made to the Code, including the addition of new overlays, zones and subzones to better reflect local conditions and address areas of community interest.

An Engagement Report which details all the changes made to the Code in response to public consultation and feedback was released in March 2021.

Supporting materials

Reports

Brochures

Fact Sheets

Guide

Video

Other

Application of the Code in Phase Three Councils

To find out how the feedback received changed the application of the Code in your council area, click on the link below to access:

  • Development Plan Maps – these maps show the zones that currently apply to your area
  • 2019 Code Consultation Maps – these maps show how the draft Code was initially proposed to be applied to your area
  • 2020 Updated Code Consultation Maps – these maps show how the application of the Code has changed for your area in response to the feedback received. The zones displayed are the ones that have changed.
  • Transition Table – a quick snapshot of all the mapping changes for your area.

Historic Area and Character Area overlays

The application of the Historic Area and Character Area Overlays to Phase Three council areas were amended in response to the extensive feedback received during the initial public consultation period and the decision to reflect contributory items (now known as Representative Buildings) in the Code.

As 92 contributory items were not located within a historic or character area, this led to the expansion or application of these overlays in the following locations:

  • The application of the Historic Area Overlay will be expanded in the townships of Angaston and Williamstown to capture two Representative Buildings adjoining the existing areas. They will also be identified in the respective Historic Area Statements and mapping.
  • The Character Area Overlay will be applied to Angaston, Tranmere and Auburn – which is located within a Phase Two council – to capture existing areas of character value and Representative Buildings. They will also be identified in the respective Character Area Statements and mapping.
  • 11 places will not transition as they have been assessed to no longer contribute to the areas they are within, for example, they have recently been redeveloped.

Select below to access a map illustrating the amended boundaries of the Historic Area Overlay and Character Area Overlay in Phase Three council areas and Auburn (Phase Two).

Technical enhancements

Technical enhancements were made to the revised Planning and Design Code released on consultation to improve the customer’s consultation experience and address any technical issues.

Please note enhancements to the ePlanning System which is already in operation in SA’s rural and outback areas are published separately as release notes on PlanSA.

Closed 18 December 2020

The Environment Protection Authority and the State Planning Commission have prepared a draft Practice Direction to guide practitioners in the risk-based assessment of site contamination matters in the development assessment process.

Consultation was from 4 November to 18 December 2020.

Draft Practice Direction for Site Contamination Assessment (PDF, 576 KB)

The Practice Direction has been designed to work in conjunction with the Site Contamination General Policy and Referrals sections of the Planning and Design Code. Supporting amendments to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 will also occur prior to the formal commencement of the Code.

Closed 12 November 2020

The Minister for Planning and Local Government is proposing to rezone two sites currently developed for light industry purposes at Payneham and Stepney to allow for residential and mixed use developments.

Both sites are currently zoned light industry which seeks the development of industrial and commercial activities. However, given that both sites are isolated industrial activities surrounded by residential development, they are no longer attractive for future industrial developments. It now appropriate to consider alternative zoning that seeks to minimise the impacts on the surrounding dwellings but also seek to promote economic outcomes that provide for housing diversity and choice, alongside service and public transport networks.

  • Site 1 (Payneham)

    This area consists of the former Schweppes factory at 382 Payneham Road, Payneham (now demolished) as well as the adjacent properties within the land bounded by Payneham Road, Thelma Street, Lewis Road and Ashbrook Avenue.

    The site is no longer considered an optimum location for industrial development given the proximity of residential and heritage development.

    The DPA proposes to rezone the land to Urban Corridor Zone – Business Policy Area which provides for a range of commercial / retail activities at the ground floor and medium density residential development above (to a maximum of five storeys).

  • Site 2 (Stepney)

    The Otto’s Timber and Joinery business is proposing to relocate to a site more suited to its operational requirements, providing a valuable opportunity to rezone the land to better reflect its context. The affected area includes five adjacent residential dwellings that are currently zoned Light Industry or District Commercial Zone, as well as one site owned by Otto’s in the Local Centre (St Peters) Zone.

    The DPA process is proposing to rezone the land owned by Otto’s and the residential property fronting Bennett Street to Urban Corridor Zone – Transit Living Policy Area which enables medium density residential development (up to three storeys) together with small scale non-residential activities at the ground floor level. Affected residential properties fronting Ann Street are proposed to be included in the adjoining Residential Historic (Conservation) Zone – Stepney Policy Area.

These rezonings will implement key targets of The 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide by providing opportunity for increased housing diversity in proximity to community infrastructure and services.

Closed 12 November 2020

The Minister for Planning and Local Government is proposing to rezone land at Oaklands Park with a new medium density residential development that will support the needs of our diverse community.

There is an urgent need to replace the aging housing stock and associated infrastructure in the Oaklands Park area with modern dwellings that cater for the requirements of the community. The redevelopment project proposes to replace approximately 255 SA Housing Authority properties one-for-one with new, high quality, fit-for-purpose dwellings. Surplus land will be developed to provide for an estimated 425 additional dwellings that will be put to market for private, social and affordable housing opportunities, creating a mixed tenure community that will help support our growing population. The master planning process (which is separate from the DPA process) provides for upgrades of road, water, power and open space infrastructure, including the Rajah Reserve, to provide improved service and facilities for the community.

The DPA seeks to provide an appropriate policy framework to guide this master planned redevelopment.  As such, land immediately south of the Warradale Barracks that is currently zoned Residential – Regeneration Policy Area 16 and Medium Density Policy Area 12 is proposed to be rezoned to the Urban Renewal Neighbourhood Zone – Master Planned Renewal Policy Area 25, per the attached map.

The DPA also proposes a streamlined approval process for development that meets specific, pre-approved criteria via a ‘Building Envelope Plan’ with Council as the planning authority (see Development Approval Pathways).

Note that privately owned properties within the affected area do not form part of the redevelopment, but will be affected by the rezoning.

These rezonings will implement key targets of The 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide by providing opportunity for increased housing diversity in proximity to community infrastructure and services.

Closed 9 June 2020

This consultation has closed.

The Department, on behalf of the Minister for Planning, wants to hear your views on a proposed Linear Park (Grange to Semaphore Park). This Linear Park incorporates a proposed Coast Park shared-use pathway.

The Minister for Planning is proposing to establish a Linear Park under the Linear Parks Act 2006. The objectives of this Act are to:

  1. establish, maintain and preserve linear parks as world-class assets to be used and enjoyed as public parks for the benefit of present and future generations
  2. promote the use and enjoyment of linear parks by the community
  3. facilitate the use of linear parks for exercise and outdoor activities.

This project focuses on the 4.8 km section of proposed Linear Park between Grange and Semaphore Park. As the area is divided by the Wara Wayingga-Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve a two stage approach has been adopted for its further investigation and consultation:

  • Stage One (‘North’) - The establishment of a linear park between Third Avenue, Semaphore Park to the edge of Wara Wayingga-Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve – out for consultation now.
  • Stage Two (‘South’) - The establishment of a linear park or parks between the edge of Wara Wayingga-Tennyson Dunes Conservation Reserve to Terminus Street, Grange - this section will be released separately for consultation in the future.

Proposed Coast Park shared-use pathway

Coast Park is a State Government initiative which aims to establish a continuous 70 km coastal shared use path (for pedestrians and cyclists) along the metropolitan coastline. The aim is to improve community access and enjoyment of our beautiful beaches.

Coast Park has been progressively implemented by State Government and local councils since 1992 and the section between Grange and Semaphore Park is one of the few remaining links still to complete.

Community engagement

The Minister for Planning is seeking your feedback on the proposed Linear Park (including the Coast Park shared-use path) for Stage One (‘North’). Feedback can be provided until COB Tuesday, 9 June 2020, by:

  • filling out the Registration, Feedback and Suggestions form
  • emailing the project team at dpti.communityrelations@sa.gov.au
  • calling 1300 794 880
  • writing to: Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure – Linear Park (Semaphore to Grange - Stage One), GPO Box 1533, ADELAIDE SA 5000
  • visiting YourSAy

A summary of the feedback received will be provided on the project website after the consultation period ends, following a detailed review period.

Documents

Closed 28 February 2020

This consultation has closed.

The People and Neighbourhoods Policy Discussion Paper (PDF, 11910 KB), written in partnership with Professor Emma Baker and Professor Jon Kellett of the University of Adelaide, looks at the key opportunities and challenges facing South Australia’s housing sector caused by changes in South Australia’s population. It looks at the trends and changes occurring in our suburbs, providing a snapshot in time of where we are now and an indication of what the future will look like.

Prior to the release of Phase Two and Phase Three of the Planning and Design Code (the Code), a number of documents were published in May 2019 that outlined the Commission’s policy position on Heritage and Character as well as Design in the new planning system. These documents describe how the new Code will protect our heritage and character places and how the planning system as a whole can elevate the role of design to achieve safe, functional, accessible, connected and sustainable neighbourhoods and towns. The documents are available for download below.

Since their release the Commission has been listening to community, council and industry feedback and identified a number of key improvements. These are outlined in the Commission’s People and Neighbourhoods Policy Discussion Paper released in September 2019 and included in the draft Planning and Design Code released for public consultation on 1 October 2019.

Formal public consultation on the draft Code, including the proposed policies in the People and Neighbourhoods Policy Discussion Paper closed on 28 February 2020.

Documents

Closed 28 February 2020

This consultation has closed.

Phase Three of the Planning and Design Code includes urban council areas and councils with regional towns and cities.

A What We Have Heard Report (PDF, 1196 KB) is now available and has been circulated to all engagement participants.

Policy

Draft policy for the Planning and Design Code that applies to Phase Three councils (urban areas) was on consultation from 1 October 2019 to 28 February 2020.

Documents

Policy extracts for Phase Three council areas

Maps

Draft maps of the Planning and Design Code for Phase Three councils (urban areas) were on consultation from 1 October 2019 to 28 February 2020.

The maps include the location of zones, sub-zones, overlays and Technical and Numeric Variations (TNVs).

Download the spatial layers

Spatial layers for zones, subzones, overlays and TNVs are available for download during the consultation period. These spatial layers are draft datasets which are subject to change and must not be utilised for any other purpose.

Mapping inconsistencies

There are known mapping inconsistencies between current development plans and the draft Planning and Design Code which will be addressed through the consultation process.

Historic Area and Character Area Statements for Phase Three

Draft Historic Area Statements and Character Area Statements for Phase Three councils (urban areas) were on consultation from 19 December 2019 to 28 February 2020. Due to some incorrect mailing addresses, a small number of property owners were provided an additional two weeks to 13 March 2020 to ensure they had an appropriate amount of time to provide comment.

Historic Area Statements provide detail for areas affected by a Historic Area Overlay in the proposed Planning and Design Code.

Character Area Statements provide detail for areas affected by a Character Area Overlay in the proposed Planning and Design Code.

A step-by-step guide was made available to assist in finding the Statement relevant to individual property addresses in the Historic Area and Character Area Overlays.

The Historic Areas Overlay applied to Phase Three council areas which include:

Further information on the Historic Area Overlay, Character Area Overlay and the use of Historic Area Statements and Character Area Statements is contained in the draft Practice Guideline (Interpretation of the Local Heritage Places Overlay, Historic Area Overlay and Character Area Overlay) 2019 (PDF, 421 KB).

Guides

Fact Sheets

Closed 28 February 2020

This consultation has closed.

The Environment Protection Authority and the State Planning Commission have prepared a draft Practice Direction to guide practitioners in the risk-based assessment of site contamination matters in the development assessment process.

The Practice Direction has been designed to work in conjunction with the Site Contamination General Policy and Referrals sections of the Planning and Design Code. Supporting amendments to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure (General) Regulations 2017 will also occur prior to the formal commencement of the Code.

Documents

Closed 28 February 2020

This consultation has closed.

The State Planning Commission prepared a draft Practice Guideline to help interpret local heritage area and character area overlays in the proposed Planning and Design Code.

Documents

Closed 28 February 2020

This consultation has closed.

Our new State Planning Policies for South Australia emphasise the key role of planning in the establishment of energy infrastructure and the need to provide policies that allow for creative and innovative responses to energy demand and supply, while addressing potential impacts on communities and the environment.

Renewable technologies provide sources of energy that have much lower environmental impacts than conventional energy technologies. They play a crucial role in reducing global carbon emissions and the impacts of climate change, as well as helping to provide long-term energy security by lowering our reliance on non-renewables such as coal and gas.

Today, wind, solar and pumped-hydro are firmly established as the three main pillars of renewable energy supply.

South Australia is widely regarded as a national leader in the renewable energy sector, largely due to our enabling planning policy environment and natural conditions and landscape. In 2018, renewable energy generation from wind and solar sources reached 51.2% of total electricity generation. Previously, the Australian Energy Market Operator projected South Australia’s renewable power could account for 73% of the state’s total power consumption by 2020/21.

Existing planning policies now need to be updated to keep pace with new and more efficient energy infrastructure. The introduction of the Code provides the opportunity to update and improve upon our successful policies to reflect new forms of energy generation, storage and distribution and provide improved guidance regarding the intensity, location and impacts of these developments.

Formal public consultation on the draft Code, including the Commission’s proposed renewable energy policies, closed on February 2020.

Documents

Closed in 2019

Closed 18 December 2019

This consultation has closed.

The draft Inspection Policies Practice Direction has been issued under section 144 of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 (PDI Act) and has been informed by expert advice from the State Planning Commission’s Building Committee and other industry stakeholders.

The draft practice direction outlines proposed inspection levels and is intended to set minimum mandatory requirements that councils must comply with under the PDI Act.

Consultation on the draft Inspection Policies Practice Direction closed on 18 December 2019. A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received has now been published.

Documents

Closed 15 November 2019

This consultation has closed.

The new Plannning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 has introduced a number of changes to the way that building and construction is to be undertaken in South Australia, including the conversion of Ministerial Building Specifications to Ministerial Building Standards.

The new Ministerial Building Standards seek to improve the quality and safety of building work across the state and provide clearer building rules under the National Construction Code.

Documents

Closed 26 April 2019

The new Plannning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 has introduced a number of changes to the way that building and construction is to be undertaken in South Australia, including the conversion of Ministerial Building Specifications to Ministerial Building Standards.The new Ministerial Building Standards seek to improve the quality and safety of building work across the state and provide clearer building rules under the National Construction Code.Consultation has now closed on the first five Ministerial Building Standards.

Documents

Closed 29 November 2019

This consultation has closed.

Phase Two of the Planning and Design Code includes rural council areas with small towns and settlements, excluding regional towns and cities. The Planning and Design Code became operational in these areas in July 2020.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received on Phase Two of the Planning and Design Code has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on this page.

Policy documents

Policy extracts for Phase Two council areas

Maps

Draft maps of the Planning and Design Code for Phase Two councils (rural areas) were on consultation from 1 October 2019 to 29 November 2019 for 8 weeks.

The maps include the location of zones, sub-zones, overlays and Technical and Numeric Variations (TNVs).

Download the spatial layers

Spatial layers for zones, subzones, overlays and TNVs were made available for download during the consultation period. These spatial layers are draft datasets which are subject to change and must not be utilised for any other purpose.

Mapping inconsistencies

There are known mapping inconsistencies between current development plans and the draft Planning and Design Code which will be addressed through the consultation process.

Guides

Fact Sheets

Closed 6 December 2019

This consultation has closed.

Historic Area Statements articulate key historic features and characteristics of historic areas which are identified within the Historic Areas Overlay.

The Historic Areas Overlay applies to Phase Two council areas which include:

Further information on the Historic Area Overlay and the use of Historic Area Statements is contained in the draft Practice Guideline (Interpretation of the Local Heritage Places Overlay, Historic Area Overlay and Character Area Overlay) 2019 which is also currently on consultation.

Closed 29 March 2019

This consultation has closed.

Phase One of the Planning and Design Code proposes changes to planning rules and policy in the outback that better meet the needs of rural South Australians and address planning issues relevant to land outside of council boundaries.

Some of the important changes proposed by the Code include the mapping of buffers around vital outback infrastructure and new safety measures to mitigate the risk of bushfire and acid sulphate soils.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received on Phase One of the Planning and Design Code has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on this page.

Documents

Maps

Closed 22 February 2019

This consultation has closed.

The Productive Economy Policy Discussion Paper (PDF, 13253 KB) is one of four policy discussion papers helping inform the development of South Australia’s new planning system with regard to South Australia's economy.

It explores four key themes:

  • supporting and growing key industries
  • linking people to jobs, goods and services
  • providing infrastructure to enhance our liveability
  • facilitating innovation and enabling investment.

Your input is being used to inform the Planning and Design Code to help set out the new framework for planning and development in South Australia.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received on the Productive Economy Policy Discussion Paper has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on this page.

Documents

‘Planning for a New Retirement Future’ is a key discussion theme within a wider policy conversation about housing diversity that the State Planning Commission will have with industry and the community as it develops the Code.

The State Planning Commission recently hosted a ‘Planning for a New Retirement Future’ event, which sought to bring together a range of key stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and challenges that are informing the contemporary narrative around aged and retirement living in South Australia. This event also sought to highlight ways to improve policies and processes for the future.

Closed in 2018

Closed 21 September 2018

This consultation has closed.

State Planning Policies are a key instrument in the modernisation of our new planning system, the scope of which is described in the new Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.

They represent the highest level of policy in our new planning system. They outline matters of importance to the state in land use planning, development and design and provide a state-wide framework that aims to enhance our liveability, sustainability and prosperity.

Importantly, the policies consider changes to how and where South Australians live and work; current and future trends in population growth; climate change; and other social and economic drivers.

As a statutory instrument under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016, the State Planning Policies outline the planning and design ambitions for South Australia and will guide both regional and metropolitan planning and development in the future. Your input has been used to develop the final draft which has been submitted to cabinet for endorsement.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on the PlanSA Portal.

Documents

Closed 22 July 2018

This consultation has closed.

This technical Discussion paper explained the structural and functional aspects of the new Planning and Design Code, including the best approach to transitioning policy from the current Development Plans to the new Code.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on this page.

Documents

Closed 17 October 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Performance Indicators Discussion Paper proposes ways in which all development will be measured and monitored, and how statistical data about planning applications will be reported on. This paper describes development monitoring, data gathering which provides valuable, easily accessible information about development outcomes and the ‘health’ of the planning system.

Your input is being used to inform the development of the new development assessment and monitoring framework.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on the SA Planning Portal.

Documents

Closed 3 December 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Natural Resources and Environment Discussion Paper is one of four policy discussion papers helping inform the development of South Australia’s new planning system with regard to our unique environments, ecosystems and resources.

It focuses on the fundamental benefits that our natural resources and environment provide to our health and economy, and identifies six key policy themes:

  • Sustainable and Liveable Urban Environments
  • Water Security and Quality
  • Biodiversity
  • Coastal environments
  • Natural Hazards
  • Environment Protection and Public Health

Your input is being used to inform the Planning and Design Code to help set out the new framework for planning and development in South Australia.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received on the Natural Resources and Environment Discussion Paper has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on this page.

Documents

Closed 3 December 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Integrated Movement Systems Policy Discussion Paper (PDF, 1752 KB) is one of four policy discussion papers that will help inform the development of South Australia’s new planning system with regard to transport and travel networks.

It focuses on key issues and opportunities associated with managing South Australia’s transport systems and surrounding land use as we build a new planning system and looks at the role our new planning system will play in achieving optimal development and transport outcomes.

The following three key themes are explored in the paper:

  • Aligning South Australia’s growth with transport infrastructure
  • Capitalising on strategic transport infrastructure
  • Sustainable mobility, car parking and the impacts of technology

Your input is being used to inform the Planning and Design Code to help set out the new framework for planning and development in South Australia.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received on the Integrated Movement Systems Policy Discussion Paper has been posted on this page.

Documents

Closed 25 July 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Design Guidelines were developed by the Office for Design and Architecture South Australia to support the delivery of well-designed homes in metropolitan Adelaide and towns across South Australia.

Closed 28 February 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Character Preservation (Barossa Valley) Act 2012 and the Character Preservation (McLaren Vale) Act 2012 were reviewed in 2018 as required by legislation.

This legislation provides that the special character of the two districts is recognised, protected and enhanced while providing for the economic, physical and social wellbeing of the communities within the districts. It restricts the creation of additional residential development in the rural areas of the districts to halt urban sprawl to the north and south of Adelaide’s built-up area, thereby seeking to provide for continued viable farming and primary production activities.

The scope of the review involved an assessment of:

  • the family, social, economic and environmental impacts of the Act
  • the impact of the Act on the Councils within the district
  • any changes to the district as a result of the Act
  • any actions that have may have been undertaken to address any negative impacts of the Act.

The Department developed a discussion paper (PDF, 2584 KB) in consultation with affected councils and State Government agencies. Public consultation on this paper closed at 5.00 pm on 28 February 2018.

A total of 30 written submissions and 10 online feedback forms (PDF, 18349 KB) were received during the 4-month consultation phase from the local government sector, members of parliament, peak bodies, industry groups and individual community members.

Review Outcomes

As a result of the review and consultation process, four main recommendations are made. These are:

  1. Retain the legislation for the protection for the character preservation districts.

    The majority of people engaged in the review supported the legislation and its intention to protect the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale. The report therefore recommends that it is retained.

  2. The State Planning Commission investigate the merit of the proposed amendments to the character preservation districts in the context of Greater Adelaide’s growth.

    A number of the submissions received during the consultation process proposed amendments to the boundary of the character preservation districts. While many of these proposals have merit, most require additional consultation with the community, further investigation, or in some cases a rezoning prior to any amendment to the legislated boundary. Accordingly, it is recommended that the State Planning Commission review the proposed amendments to the character preservation districts in the context of Greater Adelaide’s growth. Such a review could be completed in around 12 months and inform the Planning and Design Code and future land supply decisions.

  3. Introduce a statutory review process that provides for amendments to the boundaries of the character preservation districts.

    The character preservation districts are defined in both Acts by the plan deposited in the General Registry Office. As such, any amendments to the preservation district boundaries require an amendment to the relevant Act. This is different to the way the Environment and Food Production Areas (EFPAs) are reviewed under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 (PDI Act). It is considered appropriate that amendments to both the character preservation district boundaries and the EFPA follow the same process. A Bill could be developed following a completion of a review by the State Planning Commission.

  4. Provide for greater consistency and clarity of policy within the character preservation districts in preparing the Planning and Design Code.It is recommended that the Commission seek to improve policies and processes as part of the Code development process, in particular, provide further clarity on the envisaged/desired primary production value-adding and tourism activities in the character preservation districts.

Conclusion

No immediate changes to the Acts will be pursued until the Commission has led a proper review and investigation into boundary adjustments, policy refinements and improved process to make such amendments.

The Review Outcomes Report (PDF, 1481 KB) is available here and was tabled in Parliament on 19 June 2018.

Documents

Closed 16 February 2018

This consultation has closed.

The State Government initiated a wholesale review of car parking in local streets across metropolitan Adelaide and has worked closely with local councils to identify the causes of any parking problems and consider potential solutions.

We know there are many different factors which can result in parking problems on local streets. Hearing the views and experiences of local residents across the metropolitan area was a valuable part of this initiative.

What input was sought?

Feedback from local residents across the Adelaide metropolitan area was sought in the following areas:

  • experience of parking in your local streets
  • your own household’s car use and needs
  • improvements to make parking better around your home and your neighbourhood.

Community feedback was obtained via a ‘Your Say’ survey which ran for four weeks from 19 January to 16 February 2018 with 840 submissions received. Two community focus groups and a Car Parking Summit, attended by over 60 key stakeholders, was also held at the Adelaide Convention Centre in April 2018.

What were the results?

The feedback received clearly reflected the multi-dimensional nature of our streets with amenity, traffic, parking, walking, cycling and play amongst the key considerations.

This information will help us work with councils to consider potential solutions to parking problems and is being incorporated into the Integrated Movement Systems Discussion Paper scheduled for release in mid-2018.

Documents

Closed 17 October 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Assessment Pathways Discussion Paper (PDF, 2216 KB) provides an overview of new development application assessment processes which will become operational in South Australia by mid-2020. There is also a shorter summary paper Our New Assessment System (PDF, 867 KB) available for download.

Your input has been used to inform the draft Regulations and Practice Directions to help set out the new framework for planning and development in South Australia.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on the PlanSA portal.

Documents

Closed 30 April 2018

This consultation has closed.

The discussion paper on the Accredited Professionals Scheme was made available for public consultation from 4 February – 30 April 2018.

The scheme will create consistency in decisions made, more transparent accountability and more choice for professionals and applicants when engaging with the development process in South Australia.

Accredited professionals under the scheme will need to meet prescribed requirements for qualifications, experience and specialist knowledge relevant to the type of work they are performing.

Your input has been used to develop the Draft Accredited Professionals Scheme via Regulations to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 and released for consultation in August of 2018.

A What We Have Heard report based on feedback received has been circulated to all engagement participants and published on the PlanSA website.

Documents

Closed 17 October 2018

This consultation has closed.

The Accredited Professionals Scheme Draft (PDF, 916 KB) comprised of the Accredited Professionals Regulations (the Regulations), the Accredited Professionals Skills and Experience Requirements, and the Accredited Professionals Code of Conduct.

Your input was used to develop the Accredited Professionals Scheme via Regulations to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.

It is anticipated that planning and building practitioners will be able to apply for accreditation in mid-2019

A What We Have Heard report was prepared summarising the key messages that were communicated to the Department throughout the consultation process. It also offers some clarification in response to common queries that were received in submissions.

This report has been published on the PlanSA website and distributed to all engagement participants.

Documents

Closed in 2017

Closed 8 December 2017

The State Planning Commission released the Draft Community Engagement Charter and the Guide for a formal 6 weeks consultation from 30 October 2017 to 8 December 2017.

Your feedback was used to inform the Community Engagement Charter which was formally released for operation in April 2018.

Accompanying documents also released were the Guide to the Community Engagement Charter and Practice Direction 2: Consultation on the Preparation or Amendment of a Designated Instrument 2018.

Closed 9 October 2017

The State Planning Commission released the Discussion Draft of the Community Engagement Charter for comment from the Community and Stakeholder Groups including Councils from 28 August 2017 to 9 October 2017.

The Consultation Phase 1 Report was then released and made available on the SA Planning Portal.

Your feedback was used to inform the development of the Draft Community Engagement Charter which was released for consultation on 30 October 2017.

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