South Australians are being encouraged to have a say about proposed changes to planning policy that would protect the future viability of Mount Compass’ 18-hole golf course.

The policy would ensure any future development is in keeping with the character of the area, according to Minister for Planning and Local Government Vickie Chapman.

Consultation is now open on the Mount Compass Golf Course Estate Code Amendment, and the community is being urged to submit feedback.

Ms Chapman says the proposed Code Amendment aims to provide greater clarity on development potential in the area.

“The community has raised concerns about the type and scale of development that should be permitted in this area, which is why we want to hear from the public to ensure we get the balance right,” she says.

Key aspects of the proposed Code Amendment include:

·       Rezoning the golf course and residential area from Neighbourhood Zone and Recreation Zone to Golf Course Estate Zone.

·       Introducing a ‘concept plan’ to show the location of an 18-hole golf course.

The Golf Course Estate Zone generally applies to golf course estates that include a mix of residential and golf course-related development. 

The Mount Compass Golf Course currently has the Recreation Zone applied.

During the consultation period, information sessions have been planned for Tuesday 28 September at Mount Compass War Memorial Hall on

Peters Terrace.

Session times

Session 1 -  3.00 – 5.00pm

Session 2 -  6.00 – 8.00pm

Attendance can be at any time within the booked session time. Register to attend via Eventbrite.

Further information about the proposed Code Amendment can be found on the PlanSA website.

Consultation is open from until 22 October.