State Planning Commission South Australia’s Post

There is currently a national shortage of urban and regional planners, highlighted in the Planning Institute of Australia's Planners in Australia: State of the Profession Report and in the Federal Government’s Skills Priority List.   This planning skills shortage is a critical concern for the state. South Australia needs qualified planning professionals so that we can deal with challenges like housing availability and diversity, population growth, and the transition to a net-zero emissions future.   To address this problem, the Commission has proposed an amendment to State Planning Policy 1: Integrated Planning (SPP1).   The proposed amendment addresses the long-term resourcing and provision of skills required to service our planning system and aims to support and enhance SA’s future planning capabilities.   To provide feedback, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gM7wW33n

Kangaroo Island is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife, drawing visitors from around the world. Preserving this natural paradise, fostering economic growth, and responding to population growth are top priorities for the next 30 years, outlined in the draft Kangaroo Island Regional Plan. The plan is open for public feedback until June 6. Learn more about the #KIRP at our new Regional Planning Portal: https://lnkd.in/gtP-UWHw

Don't miss your chance to have your say on proposed changes to the planning rules that aim to better reflect bushfire hazards across the state and introduce new rules to help save lives and build more climate-resilient communities. Consultation closes on Friday, 5 April. Visit the YourSAy website for more information and to share your feedback.

The Government has today released the Expert Panel’s review of the PDI Act and the Code and detailed their plans for adopting the review’s recommendations.   The panel’s view is that the planning system is working well, and the evidence provided throughout the public consultation indicated there is broad support for the new system which was implemented in 2021.   The Government is adopting more than 100 recommendations to make the nation’s best planning system even more efficient and user-friendly.   We look forward to collaborating with the Minister for Planning and Planning and Land Use Services on the implementation of the recommendations. #planning #southaustralia

What do you think Kangaroo Island might look like over the next 15 to 30 years? The newly released draft Kangaroo Island Regional Plan recognises that mitigating the impacts of climate change, access to transport infrastructure and providing diverse housing options are integral to achieving a vision of sustainable growth and ongoing community well-being. Join our online briefing session and learn more about what’s in the draft Kangaroo Island Regional Plan. Register at https://lnkd.in/gUB4QhR2 View the Kangaroo Island Regional Plan at: https://lnkd.in/gtP-UWHw

The Land Supply Dashboard is an innovative tool for South Australians to access detailed information about land availability, housing supply and urban development patterns across Greater Adelaide. https://lnkd.in/grYBNTUX #planning #southaustralia #housing

Congratulations to the PlanSA team 👏

Amendments to clarify a number of aspects of the General Regulations have been made and are now in effect. Some of the key amendments include:   ·      making assessment managers at councils the designated authority for assessing and approving Building Envelope Plans ·      transshipment points being prescribed as development to ensure there is transparency in the planning process ·      exempting hazard monitoring equipment from requiring development approval in certain circumstances.   Find out more on the PlanSA website: https://lnkd.in/gEXe2HMg

Have your say on how the community participates in key planning decisions in South Australia. We are improving the Community Engagement Charter, which guides public participation in preparing and amending key planning policies, strategies and schemes, to: ·   ensure engagement is inclusive and respectful for all South Australians ·   streamline delivering planning rules that are published in regional plans ·   better reflect mandatory engagement requirements and that the Charter is now a well-established part of the South Australian planning system. Find out more and share you feedback: https://lnkd.in/g98fqcH6

We are seeking feedback on the draft #KangarooIsland #RegionalPlan, launched today for community consultation. We want to hear from #community, councils and industry on how we prepare for future growth. To support the regional plan’s launch, Australia’s first 100% digital, dynamic and interactive Regional #Planning Portal has been developed, providing easy access for community and allowing for real-time updates. The Kangaroo Island Regional Plan is the first of 7 new regional plans for SA to be developed in the innovative platform. Visit the Regional Planning Portal to learn more about the Kangaroo Island Regional Plan and to have your say: https://lnkd.in/gMWpr9U5 #KIRP