Our office hours will change from 30 June
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From Monday 30 June 2025, our offices will be open to the public:

  • Mallala: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9am to 5pm
  • Two Wells: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9am to 5pm
  • Closed on public holidays

Our phone lines will continue to be open during business hours and all other services will continue as normal.

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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.

    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 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.

    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.

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