Planning controls for Ku-ring-gai
Full SEPP, LEP, and DCP controls for any Ku-ring-gai address — setbacks, parking, height, floor space ratio, landscaping, and heritage with clause citations. Free. Also check granny flat eligibility and flood risk for any Ku-ring-gai address.
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SEPP + LEP + DCP
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DCP controls
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Open Planning Controls ToolDCP controls in Ku-ring-gai by topic
Ku-ring-gai Council's Development Control Plan contains 7,399 structured provisions across 30 topics. Enter an address above to see which controls apply to a specific property.
Residential development
1880Setback controls on angled sites.
Stormwater
1032iv) location above the 1% flood level;
Setbacks
511and included in setback requirements.
Parking
507viii) on-grade parking is to be provided off Milray Street;
Heritage
458# 14F.9 Controls Heritage 11 Heritage Major additions must include conservation works.
Access
386Access or exit via Duff Street is prohibited.
Signage
348iv) it is no more than 5sqm;
Landscaping
3067-9, 11-15 and 17-23 Merriwa Street for landscaped gardens.
Precinct-specific
226# L25 Objectives 4 Ensure future development contributes to creating a vibrant Neighbourhood Centre.
Biodiversity
206Offsets must be supplementary and provide for increased extent, improved condition and/or protection.
Building form
188# 14M.1 2 To ensure the streetscape is integrated into the surrounding neighbouring context.
Trees and vegetation
173iii) small trees (4m canopy diameter at maturity)
Building design
156vi) 15.0m to 18.0m building depth to rear of site to allow for single materials.
Commercial
1465-6 storeys above the commercial/retail podium – 9m
Height
141Internal ceiling height requirements for mixed use buildings.
Waste management
99# 23.4 Non-residential Buildings 3 Reuse or recycling of existing local materials such as sandstone and brick is encouraged.
Plus 14 more topics. Enter an address to see all controls.
What the planning controls assessment covers
SEPP controls
State-level policies including Housing SEPP 2021, Transport & Infrastructure, and Coastal Management.
LEP controls
Zoning, height of buildings, floor space ratio, minimum lot size, heritage, and additional permitted uses.
DCP controls
Council-specific setbacks, parking rates, landscaping requirements, private open space, and design controls.
Spatial overlays
Flood, bushfire, heritage, acid sulfate soils, biodiversity, and other mapped constraints from the NSW Planning Portal.
Planning controls in Ku-ring-gai — common questions
What planning controls apply in Ku-ring-gai?
Ku-ring-gai properties are governed by the Ku-ring-gai LEP 2015 and Ku-ring-gai DCP. Controls cover height, FSR, setbacks, tree preservation, heritage, and bushfire. Ku-ring-gai has particularly strict tree and canopy controls.
What are the tree preservation controls in Ku-ring-gai?
Ku-ring-gai has some of NSW's strictest tree preservation requirements. The DCP requires canopy retention and replacement planting. Removing trees typically requires council approval and compensatory planting.
How does heritage affect development in Ku-ring-gai?
Ku-ring-gai has extensive heritage conservation areas, particularly in Turramurra, Wahroonga, and Pymble. Properties within HCAs face additional controls on design, materials, and demolition.
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Planning controls are sourced live from the NSW Planning Portal, PostGIS spatial overlays, and structured DCP provisions. Controls shown are indicative — always verify with the relevant council or a registered town planner before making development decisions.