Council decisions/outcomes

During the consultation period, a total of 5 responses were received. Of these responses 2 were in support and 3 were opposed.

At its meeting on Tuesday, 14 October 2025, Council considered the feedback received from the community and made the decision to seek the consent of the Minister for Local Government to revoke (or change) the community land classification on a portion of land, described as Allotment 494, at 1 Vaucluse Avenue, Valley View, provided that the landowner at 1 Vaucluse Avenue, Valley View formally accepts the valuation prepared by McGees Property as the purchase price of $17,000 (plus GST) for the subject land.

Council also resolved to:

  • Indicate its intention to sell the land described above for $17,000 (plus GST) to the landowner at 1 Vaucluse Avenue, Valley View subject to approval from the Minister for Local Government and commence the disposal process following the revocation of the community land classification with all associated costs to be met by the landowner
  • Include with the submission to the Minister for Local Government, relevant information and Council reports and the report prepared pursuant to Section 194 of the Local Government Act 1999
  • That should the disposal of a portion of 1 Vaucluse Avenue, Valley View proceeds, all funds resulting from the disposal of the land be allocated towards improvements of Vaucluse Reserve and that potential improvements be included in budget considerations for the 2026/2027 financial year.
  • Requests the CEO provide a further report to Council advising of the Minister’s decision

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Read the Council report (Council Meeting - Notice, Agenda & Reports - 14 October 2025 - see pages 153-215)

Read the Council Meeting minutes - 14 October 2025

Background

The landowner has stated the reasons for the proposal to purchase are to extend their undercover carparking to keep their vehicles off the street and protect them from falling gum tree debris.

Vaucluse Reserve functions as a drainage reserve and is part of the Dry Creek biodiversity corridor which extends from the boundary with the City of Port Adelaide Enfield to Wynn Vale Dam. The Reserve is approximately 7,454m2 in area and is contained within Council’s Natural Areas Community Land Management Plan.

What's being proposed?

The area proposed for purchase is approximately 40m2 and represents 0.54% of the total area of Vaucluse Reserve (as indicated by the orange shading on the map). Amalgamating 40m2 with the landowner’s existing property would allow for sufficient space to accommodate another vehicle onsite.

The landowner has signed a deed of undertaking to meet all costs associated with the community land revocation and land transfer, if a sale eventuates. Given the location and zoning (General Neighbourhood Zone), it is estimated the portion of Reserve could be valued in the order of $21k - $23k based on a value of $525-$575 per square metre.

If the sale of the portion of Reserve was to go ahead an independent property valuation by a Certified Practising Valuer in South Australia would be obtained to determine the market value for the land. Council would use the proceeds of the sale to fund improvements within Vaucluse Reserve.

It is noted the proposal would have minimal impact to the Reserve, with key effects including:

  • Council would gain some income from the increase in rate revenue
  • Marginal loss of public open space (0.54%) of the total area of Vaucluse Reserve
  • There would be no change to the function of the Reserve

More information about the effects of the implementation of this proposal on the area and local community can be found in the Report for Consultation (as required by Section 194 of the Local Government Act 1999) available on the right side of this page, at Council’s Civic Centre reception or on request.

Community Land Classification Revocation

As Vaucluse Reserve is classified as Community Land, the Community Land classification of this portion of land needs to be changed before any sale can occur. The revocation process requires that Council must consult with the community. If Council decides to proceed with this change, final approval from the State Government’s Minister for Local Government is required.

Community Land Management Plan (CLMP)

The Natural Areas Community Land Management Plan (CLMP) currently includes the portion of Vaucluse Reserve proposed for sale. Should Council decide to proceed, the CLMP would need to be amended to reflect this proposal.

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