Section 7 Searches

A full section 7 Search consists of a Rates certificate (which shows levied rates this financial year and outstanding rates due), and a Property certificate which identifies and provides the following (if applicable):

• any continuing conditions applicable to the land (relating to previous development approvals under the Development Act 1993 and other repealed Acts)
• if the Council holds any Development Approvals relating to commercial or industrial activity at the land; or a change in the use of the land,
• a copy of Indemnity insurance (if available)
• Land Management Agreements issued under the Development Act and;
• any current notices issued for the property as required under the Land Business Sale and Conveyancing Act.

A Data extract is also provided from Plan SA in relation to the Planning Development & Infrastructure Act 2016.

2025/26 Prices

Full Section 7 Search: $71.00 / $85.50 (urgent)

Property only: $29.50 / $44.00 (urgent)

Rates only: $41.50

Additional Urgent Fee: $14.50

A free rates certificate update is available up to 3 months from the date of the original search, regardless of financial year.

All $29.50, $44.00 $71.00 and $85.50 searches must include a copy of the Certificate of Title in order for Council to process the search request. Please contact SAILIS to get a copy of the Certificate of Title.

Urgent searches will be given priority but Council will not guarantee a 24 hour turnaround.