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Strategic Planning

To ensure that our City continues to prosper and retains its vibrancy and strong 'sense of place', the Council works closely to its strategic plans. Strategic Plans assist the Council to maintain a clear focus on issues of importance and enable it to allocate appropriate resources to achieve the desired...

Strategic Planning Made Simple

26/07/2024

BUSINESS WORKSHOP The greater the uncertainty for the future is, the greater the need to plan for that uncertainty.  You need to position your organisation for the future… Long-term planning is essential in any business, yet it often gets put on the backburner because you are too busy doing the...

Terms of Reference - Strategic Planning and Development

Establishment & Terms of Reference of the City of Norwood Payneham & Strategic Planning and Development.

Estate Planning - Professionals & Business Owners

03/05/2024

BUSINESS WORKSHOP Unlock the secrets to a secure financial future with our upcoming workshop on Estate Planning for Professionals and Business Owners. Join our engaging presenter, Neesha Prabhu, Associate from Bambrick Legal, as she guides you through the essentials of estate planning tailored for professionals and business owners. Workshop Contents:...

Planning & Development

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters recognises through its strategic management plan, CityPlan 2030, that a well-designed, user friendly City improves quality of life and community identity for all. Climate ready homes  For resources and tips on how to make your home more sustainable and climate ready, visit: ...

Planning a Community Event

We encourage and support local individuals and groups to hold events which engage and benefit our diverse community. The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters encourages the community to host events in our beautiful parks, reserves and venues. The following information is provided to assist you in planning a...

Change in Land Use

A change in the use of land requires development approval. Any application lodged seeking approval for a change in land use will need to satisfy the zoning and relevant assessment criteria that are detailed in the Planning and Design Code Before commencing a new land use, including the occupation of...

Planning for Aged Care

02/05/2024

Join us for a free community information session, presented by independent and not-for-profit financial advisory company Periapt. Learn about home care, retirement villages, and residential aged care. Hear unbiased and factual information and general independent financial advice to help you navigate the world of aged care. This is a free...

South Australia’s new planning system is now live

09/04/2021

The State Government’s new planning system has now been implemented. The new system changes the way applications are lodged and assessed, as well as how development policy is created and amended. As part of these changes, the PlanSA: ePlanning Portal has been created and allows you to: submit, track and...

Council endorses submission to Planning System Implementation Review

06/12/2022

At its first official Council meeting following the recent Local Government elections, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has unanimously voted to provide a submission to the State Government’s Planning System Implementation Review. In March 2021, the State Government’s Planning Design Code and the Planning Portal was introduced...

CityPlan 2030

CityPlan 2030: Shaping Our Future is the long-term strategic management plan for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. Download: CityPlan 2030: Shaping Our Future (PDF) View: CityPlan 2030: Shaping Our Future (Flipbook) The Council’s strategic management plan CityPlan 2030: Shaping our Future was first adopted in July 2008...

New recreation area in St Morris Reserve – as flood planning works proceed

12/09/2022

Children, their families and the wider community will benefit from new play equipment and enhanced amenities at St Morris Reserve, which will be redeveloped in order to accommodate flood prevention infrastructure. The upgrade and enhancement of the Reserve will be the final stage of the Council’s multi-million-dollar program to manage...

NPSP votes to provide submission to the Expert Panel overseeing the Planning System Implementation Review

06/12/2022

At its first official Council meeting following the recent Local Government elections, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has unanimously voted to provide a submission to the State Government’s Planning System Implementation Review. In March 2021, the State Government’s Planning Design Code and the Planning Portal was introduced...

Compliance & Inspections

The Council monitors and enforces compliance with the Planning, Development & Infrastructure Act 2016, development authorisations and outdoor dining permits.  Development Applications - new online system South Australia’s new planning system and ePlanning Portal came into effect on 19 March 2021. For more information about the new system, visit: Plan...

Council Assessment Panel

The Council Assessment Panel (CAP) meets regularly to assess certain types of development applications and make planning decisions. The Council Assessment Panel (CAP) meets on the third Monday of each month at 7pm in the Council Chambers, Norwood Town Hall, 175 The Parade, Norwood. Please Note: the CAP meeting scheduled...

Building Inspections and Notifications

Councils are responsible for inspection and enforcement of building work once it has commenced. The Council’s Building Officers conduct random and scheduled building inspections on previously approved developments. Random and scheduled building inspections are undertaken to ensure the builder or person responsible for the development has complied with their development...

Asset Management Plans

A strategic approach to asset management is required to effectively, efficiently and sustainably manage Council infrastructure. The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has four Asset Management Plans covering the following categories: building infrastructure civil infrastructure stormwater infrastructure recreation and open space infrastructure. The Asset Management Plans detail information...

Long-Term Financial Plan

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Long-Term Financial Plan sets out the financial projections for the Council's planned activities over a ten year timeframe. The Local Government Act 1999, requires councils to prepare a Long-Term Financial Plan covering a period of at least 10 years. The Long-Term Financial...

Tree Strategy 2022–2027

There are more than 20,000 street trees in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters and 7,000 trees in parks and reserves. In an important step to ensure the establishment,  protection and longevity of our trees, the Council has delivered a five-year Tree Strategy. The purpose of the Tree...

Annual Business Plan

The Annual Business Plan sets out the Council's proposed projects, services and programs for the financial year. The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Annual Business Plan is a key document in the Council’s overall Planning Framework. It sets out the Council’s proposed projects, services and programs for a...

Smart City Plan

About Council

The Norwood Payneham & St Peters Council is the local government body responsible for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters comprises the Mayor and 13 Elected Members who are supported by a Chief Executive, four General Managers and a combined...

Economic Development Strategy

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is home to some 7,000 businesses creating more than 24,300 jobs across the City. The Council has developed an Economic Development Strategy which will guide sustainable local economic growth over the next five years to deliver positive outcomes for the economy, and...

Environmental Sustainability

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has an on-going commitment to achieving environmental sustainability across all of its operations. Climate ready home tips  Get resources, tips and offerings on how to make your home more sustainable and climate ready.  Visit: Resilient East - Climate Ready Homes Sustainable practices...

About our City

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters’ unique sense of place is shaped by its cultural diversity, strong community spirit, rich heritage and cosmopolitan lifestyle. It enjoys a reputation as one of Adelaide’s most desirable places to live, work, study and visit. Related content Community Profile Culture & Lifestyle

Our Council

Our City enjoys picturesque tree-lined streets, heritage architecture, and extensive parks and gardens. The Council owns and operates the St Peters Child Care Centre, Payneham Community Centre, Norwood and Payneham Memorial Swimming Centres, Norwood Town Hall as well as three libraries in Norwood, St Peters and Payneham Library at Felixstow....

Our Heritage

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is one of South Australia's most historic inner-urban areas. The Kaurna people are the traditional owners of the land that has become known as the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. The Kaurna lived around the three creeks which traverse the...