We are seeking community feedback on a request we have received to sell a portion of community land at Parfitt Square Reserve, Bowden

We have received a request from the adjoining property owner at 109, Drayton Street, Bowden to purchase a strip of community land that is fenced off from the rest of Parfitt Square.

Following receipt of this request, Council resolved to commence a community land revocation process so that this request can be considered fully. The process includes seeking community feedback on the proposal to revoke and sell a portion of community land. At the end of the community land revocation process, Council will be presented with a report outlining the results of community engagement and recommendations and Council will then be in a position to determine whether a formal request for community land revocation should be made to the Minister for Local Government.

In accordance with section 194 (2) of the Local Government Act 1999, Council has prepared a Revocation Report which explains the purpose of the revocation, proposal to sell the portion of land and assessment of the impacts of the revocation. Please review this report prior to providing your feedback. You can view this report in the document library.

More information on the existing situation, proposal and community land revocation process are provided below.

Complete our online Feedback Form by 5pm on Thursday 30 April 2026 to share your thoughts.

Existing situation

Parfitt Square Reserve Bowden is a local reserve managed within provisions of a community land management plan. It is bounded by Thirteenth Street to the south, Drayton Street to the west, Fourteenth Street to the north, and housing to the east.

Parfitt Square Reserve is a community recreational space that features a large open area and well-equipped playground facilities. The reserve provides a range of amenities for public use, including drinking taps and fountains, picnic tables, seating areas, and shelter. The space is enhanced by public and community art installations, making it a welcoming destination for local residents and families.

Next to the area known as Parfitt Square Reserve is a fenced-off piece of community land. This fenced strip of land has a frontage of 3 metres to Drayton Street and adjoins a privately owned residential property located at 109 Drayton Street, Bowden. The strip of land is not publicly accessible, instead it provides access to a storage shed and informal permission has been provided in the past for the previous property owners to park their vehicle on in recognition of an agreement made with the former City of Hindmarsh and Woodville in 1994.

The present property owner of 109 Drayton Street, having acquired the property in 2022, contacted Council to commence discussions to purchase the land.