Planning controls for Sutherland Shire
Full SEPP, LEP, and DCP controls for any Sutherland Shire address — setbacks, parking, height, floor space ratio, landscaping, and heritage with clause citations. Free. Also check granny flat eligibility and flood risk for any Sutherland Shire address.
Data sources
SEPP + LEP + DCP
Three tiers of controls
DCP controls
Available
Structured provisions
Coverage
All NSW
LEP + SEPP for every address
Check planning controls for your Sutherland Shire property
Enter any Sutherland Shire address to see the full SEPP, LEP, and DCP controls with clause citations.
Open Planning Controls ToolWhat 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 Sutherland Shire — common questions
What planning controls apply in Sutherland Shire?
Sutherland Shire properties are governed by the Sutherland Shire LEP 2015 and Sutherland Shire DCP 2015. Controls cover height, FSR, setbacks, parking, landscaping, bushfire, and foreshore areas.
What bushfire controls apply in Sutherland Shire?
Significant portions of Sutherland Shire are mapped as Bush Fire Prone Land, particularly near the Royal National Park and Heathcote bushland. Properties on BFPL require BAL assessment and AS 3959 compliance.
Are there foreshore controls in Sutherland Shire?
Yes. Properties near Port Hacking, Botany Bay, and Georges River foreshores are subject to foreshore building line controls. These restrict development within a setback from the foreshore boundary.
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Also check nearby councils
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.