From time to time, the planning and development system is amended to improve the way it works in South Australia.
By having your say, you can influence the way we plan and build under SA’s planning system.
Current consultations
Public feedback is sought on many elements of the planning system including Planning and Design Code amendments, major projects and other planning related projects.
View current Code Amendments on consultation.
View current state assessed developments on consultation.
Other projects on consultation are listed below:
Closes at 11:59 pm, 3 December 2026
Consultation dates
22 October 2026 to 3 December 2026
Overview
The South Australian Government is consulting on proposed amendments to planning regulations that aim to improve the efficiency, integrity and effectiveness of the planning system.
The proposed amendments include:
- simplifying the complaints process by replacing mandatory statutory declarations with a discretionary requirement where further evidence is needed
- introducing expiation notices for certain breaches, creating a stronger deterrent and improving compliance with planning legislation and accreditation requirements
- introducing targeted improvements to the accredited professionals framework, including insurance requirements and disclosure obligations for accreditation applicants
- streamlining administration, reduce unnecessary regulatory burden and strengthen public confidence in South Australia's planning system.
View the:
- draft Planning Development and Infrastructure (Accredited Professionals) (Miscellaneous) Amendment Regulations 2026 (PDF, 35.0 KB)
- draft Planning Development and Infrastructure (General) (Complaints and Expiation) Amendment Regulations 2026 (PDF, 21.1 KB)
Have your say
Consultation on the draft Accredited Professionals Amendment Regulations and General Amendment Regulations is open from 22 October 2026 to 3 December 2026.
Feedback on the proposed changes can be submitted by emailing PlanSASubmissions@sa.gov.au.
The consultation process
Public consultation is an important part of the planning process.
Amendment of a designated instrument or scheme under the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 (the PDI Act) must comply with the Community Engagement Charter during consultation.
All code amendments are required to go on public consultation before a decision is made, with proposed amendments published on PlanSA for you to have your say.
The consultation process may involve public events, letter drops and brochures.
Following the close of consultation, submissions may be published on the portal and/or summarised in a What We Heard or Engagement Report.
Past consultations
PlanSA publishes all projects that have completed the public consultation process and have reached a decision.
