Planning and Building Information
Welcome to the new planning system.
The State Government has undertaken a review to modernise the SA Planning system, the biggest one in 20 years! The goal was to create a system that is digital by default, flexible, transparent and easy to use.
If you would like support with the new system please phone the new PlanSA Helpline on 1800 752 664 or visit Plan SA website.
If you have a current application under assessment prior to 19 March 2021, it will continue to be assessed under the Development Act 1993. If you require further information about an existing application please contact the office on (08) 8527 0200 and speak to someone in the Development Team.
You can see a copy of the Development Plan here.
The SA Planning Portal is your one-stop shop for information about everything planning and development, whether you are a planning or building professional, community member or wanting to lodge an application.
The Portal has information on the new system including links to all the resources you might need, legislation, fact sheets, guides and videos on how to access and use the online information.
Want to get involved and have your say with what's happening in your community or see what developments are happening around you? Then visit the Development Application Public register and find out.
Lodging an application and want to find an Accredited Professional?
Confused by all the new rules? Not sure if your development needs approval? Don’t worry, hop on to the Development Approval Wizard and it will guide you through whether or not your small project requires approval.
Minor projects such as erecting a fence, solar panels or a small garden shed may not require approval depending on where you live and the size of the project.
The SA Property and Planning (SAPPA), can help you locate what zone your property is in. You can click through the various information and find out if there are any subzones, overlays or Heritage applicable to your property.
Simply go to the SAPPA website, enter your property address and you’ll find out all the relevant information on your property such as zoning, Council area and Certificate of Title references.
How to - Navigate the South Australian Property and Planning Atlas (SAPPA)
Frequently Asked Questions - South Australian Property and Planning Atlas (SAPPA)
The new Planning & Design Code is digital by default, which means all this information is online and easily accessible to everyone. You will have access to the same information as the Planning and Building professionals.
The Code, as we call it, allows you to determine ‘what policies apply to an address’, determine ‘what policies apply to a development’ and ‘browse the Planning & Design Code’, all from the comfort of your own home or office.
Need some additional assistance? The Portal has plenty of guides to help you find what you need.
So you’ve researched that development project and are ready to lodge an application! You can lodge your development application through the Portal. The portal will guide you through all of the questions required to successfully lodge your application and upload your relevant plans and information. It will even provide you with little hints and tips along the way if you get stuck.
If you find that you don't have all of the information, you can pause, save a draft of your application and come back to it later.
Instructions for applicants
Create an online account to lodge application for home developments
Create an online account to lodge application for an organisation
How to make an application fee payment within your application
At Adelaide Plains Council we understand that not everyone is comfortable with technology, so here is a list of various support services available to you.
Council Staff
If you would like Council Staff to assist you with lodging your application, you can phone (08) 8527 0200 or email info@apc.sa.gov.au.
Please note if you visit the office without an appointment we may not be able to assist you at that time, and you may be asked to come back another time.
SA Planning Portal
The Portal has a wealth of information and guides available to assist you navigate the new system.
PlanSA Helpline
For all enquiries about the Planning and Design Code, please phone the new PlanSA Helpline on 1800 752 664
Out of hours assistance
You can also email Department of Planning, Transport & Infrastructure (DPTI) staff at dpti.plansa@sa.gov.au.
For further information on these matters, please contact Councils Development Assessment team on (08) 8527 0200 or email info@apc.sa.gov.au.