---
title: "Extract planning constraints from the LEP, DCP, planning scheme or SA Planning and Design Code"
url: "https://ailawframework.com/practice/commercial-property-and-leasing/extract-planning-and-zoning-constraints-that-affect-the-intended-use/australia"
type: "task_jurisdiction_version"
site: "AI Law Framework"
id: "A10-T1-R5-AU"
practice_area: "Commercial Property & Leasing"
tier: "yellow"
lawyer_review: "required"
jurisdictions: ["AU"]
last_reviewed: "2026-09-23"
---

# Extract planning constraints from the LEP, DCP, planning scheme or SA Planning and Design Code

> From planning extracts, list zone, overlays, permitted and prohibited uses, height or floor-space limits and heritage flags with cites (NSW LEP/DCP; Vic/Qld scheme; SA Planning and Design Code).

Canonical page: https://ailawframework.com/practice/commercial-property-and-leasing/extract-planning-and-zoning-constraints-that-affect-the-intended-use/australia  
Last reviewed: 2026-09-23

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## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Practice area | [Commercial Property & Leasing](https://ailawframework.com/practice/commercial-property-and-leasing.md) |
| Human involvement | Yellow: Lawyer and AI draft together |
| How AI is used | From planning extracts, list zone, overlays, permitted and prohibited uses, height or floor-space limits and heritage flags with cites (NSW LEP/DCP; Vic/Qld scheme; SA Planning and Design Code). |
| What the lawyer must review | Get a current certificate: NSW s 10.7; Vic planning certificate; Qld planning and development certificate Check the certificate date and any exhibited amendments Read the zone's use table Check planning agreements, contributions, reservations, heritage approvals and DA status |
| Written for | Australia |
| Applies to | [Extract planning and zoning constraints that affect the intended use](https://ailawframework.com/practice/commercial-property-and-leasing/extract-planning-and-zoning-constraints-that-affect-the-intended-use.md) |

## Checking plan

**Lawyer review required**

The responsible lawyer reviews the work against the instructions, sources and intended use.

- What the AI does: Potential support includes extracting and organising information and summarising source material. Confirm the tool’s capability and permitted scope.
- What the lawyer does: Set the scope, verify the evidence, resolve exceptions and approve the final output for its intended use.
- Who reviews: Responsible lawyer with competence in the matter
- Basis: Suggested checking approach based on the task guidance. Complete the assessment for the actual tool, information and jurisdiction.
- Why: The plan reflects the described work and review requirements. Policy colours are not used to determine permission or checking.

## Checks the lawyer makes

1. Check the current court or regulator requirements, prescribed form and attachments for the intended document and filing.
2. Review operative clauses in the complete document, including definitions, cross-references, schedules and inconsistencies with the instructions.
3. Confirm that the actual tool, feature and processing terms permit use of this information, including access, retention, training and disclosure conditions.
4. Verify the applicable jurisdiction and the version of each relevant law, rule or instrument in force at the material time.
5. Confirm the output against the client’s instructions and the complete relevant source material, including omissions or contradictions.
6. Resolve exceptions and record the responsible lawyer’s approval of the exact output and intended use.

## Notes

- Confirm the required checking with the responsible lawyer before work starts. The checking approach does not establish permission to use AI.

*Practice guidance for planning and review. Confirm current primary sources and the requirements of the actual matter. This is general information, not legal advice.*