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The current ‘zone’ set by the State Government’s Planning and Design Code does not reflect the community, tourism, cultural, educational and visitor-related land uses of the Goolwa Wharf precinct.
Council seeks community feedback on a ‘Code Amendment’ to create a ‘Goolwa Wharf Subzone’ within the current zone.
It is a unique area, with historical significance and attracts a strong visitation of locals and tourists.
The current zone consists of policies with a focus on accommodating marina and passenger ferry services, and associated infrastructure.
The Infrastructure (Ferry and Marina Facilities) Zone, however, does not seek to foster the community, tourism, cultural, educational and visitor-related aspirations of the Goolwa Wharf precinct.
Proposed New Policy – ‘Goolwa Wharf Subzone’
The proposed new Goolwa Wharf Subzone will foster the community, tourist, cultural and recreational aspirations of the Goolwa Wharf precinct, reinforced by the area's First Nations and historic significance.
Why are we doing this?
The new Goolwa Wharf Subzone policy will enable future alterations (subject to development approval) to enhance current and envisaged land uses and infrastructure.
As part of the Code Amendment process, engagement with the community and key stakeholders is required.
Existing land use operations e.g. tourism and water-based operations, hospitality businesses, Signal Point Experience Centre, function of the bridge etc. (from a land use perspective)
All existing historic and state heritage policy will not be removed or amended.
In Person - where you can complete ahard copy surveyat the Strathalbyn or Goolwa Offices within business hours.
Submissions will be accepted until Friday 11 July 2025, 11:59 pm
For further information, please call Council’s Team Leader Planning Policy on 8555 7000.
The current ‘zone’ set by the State Government’s Planning and Design Code does not reflect the community, tourism, cultural, educational and visitor-related land uses of the Goolwa Wharf precinct.
Council seeks community feedback on a ‘Code Amendment’ to create a ‘Goolwa Wharf Subzone’ within the current zone.
It is a unique area, with historical significance and attracts a strong visitation of locals and tourists.
The current zone consists of policies with a focus on accommodating marina and passenger ferry services, and associated infrastructure.
The Infrastructure (Ferry and Marina Facilities) Zone, however, does not seek to foster the community, tourism, cultural, educational and visitor-related aspirations of the Goolwa Wharf precinct.
Proposed New Policy – ‘Goolwa Wharf Subzone’
The proposed new Goolwa Wharf Subzone will foster the community, tourist, cultural and recreational aspirations of the Goolwa Wharf precinct, reinforced by the area's First Nations and historic significance.
Why are we doing this?
The new Goolwa Wharf Subzone policy will enable future alterations (subject to development approval) to enhance current and envisaged land uses and infrastructure.
As part of the Code Amendment process, engagement with the community and key stakeholders is required.
Existing land use operations e.g. tourism and water-based operations, hospitality businesses, Signal Point Experience Centre, function of the bridge etc. (from a land use perspective)
All existing historic and state heritage policy will not be removed or amended.
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Lifecycle
Community consultation opens - Thursday 12 June 2025, 9 am
Goolwa Wharf Code Amendment has finished this stage
Community drop-in session - All welcome
Goolwa Wharf Code Amendment has finished this stage
10.30 am to 3.30 pm
Thursday, 26 June 2025
Signal Point Experience Centre, 5 Laurie Lane, Goolwa
Drop-in anytime during the allocated time to speak with the Strategic Planning team and learn more about the proposed Code Amendment.
Community consultation closes - Friday 11 July 2025, 11:59 pm
Goolwa Wharf Code Amendment has finished this stage
Community consultation feedback presented at a future Council Meeting
Goolwa Wharf Code Amendment is currently at this stage
In 2021, the new planning system established under the Act became operational for all Councils across the State. All existing Development Plans were revoked and replaced with the Planning and Design Code (the Code).
The Code outlines how you can and cannot develop your property. It is publicly accessible on PlanSA.
Any proposed changes to the Code requires a ‘Code Amendment’, which is underpinned by a thorough engagement process.
The Act
The Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 is the relevant planning legislation that establishes the planning and development system and provides for infrastructure planning.
Zone
Every part of the State is zoned to guide the types of development that are and aren’t appropriate.
Development Act 1993
Was the former relevant planning legislation that has been fully repealed and replaced by the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act 2016.
Infrastructure (Ferry and Marine Facilities) Zone
The existing zone, Infrastructure (Ferry and Marina) Facilities Zone supports marina, passenger ferry services and port activities and compatible land uses.
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