Step 1: Scout

Explore property data across NSW

Point-and-click to see zone, FSR, height, constraints, and DA history for any of 3.5 million properties. No address needed—just scan, explore, and shortlist.

3.5M NSW properties covered. No signup required.

Scout showing property information for a Haberfield address including zoning, lot size, and land value

Find sites by scanning, not searching

Most property tools require an address. Scout lets you explore spatially—scan a corridor for development sites, compare streetscapes, identify zoning patterns, or shortlist opportunities before you know the exact addresses.

  • Scan corridors - Hover over properties along a street to compare FSR, height, and zone.
  • Compare streetscapes - See which blocks have higher development potential at a glance.
  • Identify patterns - Spot heritage overlays, flood zones, or constraint clusters across an area.
  • Build shortlists - Mark properties of interest without needing to look up each address first.
Scout showing multiple property pins along a corridor for spatial exploration

Data layers included

Each category below normally requires checking a different government website.

Development Controls

  • Zoning (LEP)
  • Floor Space Ratio
  • Height of Building
  • Minimum Lot Size

Environmental

  • Bushfire Prone Land
  • Flood Planning Area
  • Biodiversity Values
  • Tree Canopy Coverage

Hazards & Constraints

  • Acid Sulfate Soils
  • Contaminated Land
  • Landslide Risk
  • Coastal Erosion

Special Provisions

  • Heritage Items
  • Heritage Conservation Areas
  • Aircraft Noise
  • State Significant Development
Scout development controls panel showing zoning R2, FSR 0.5:1, and height limits

Development controls in seconds

See the key metrics that determine what you can build: zoning, FSR, height limits, and minimum lot size. Direct from NSW Planning Portal data.

  • LEP zoning with permitted uses
  • Floor space ratio mapped to property
  • Height of building limits

Environmental constraints mapped

Bushfire prone land, flood planning areas, biodiversity values, and acid sulfate soils—constraints that affect what approvals you need.

  • Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) ratings
  • Flood planning levels and categories
  • Tree canopy percentage with year-on-year change
Scout environmental constraints panel showing bushfire and flood data
Scout showing 107 development applications in the Haberfield area with map pins

See what's being built nearby

View recent development applications in any area. Filter by cost, type, or status. Click any pin to see full DA details.

  • Filter by estimated cost
  • Search by keyword or development type
  • Click any pin to view full application details

Full DA details on click

Click any development application pin to see the complete details: description, cost, status, and lodgement date.

Scout DA popup showing application details including description, cost, and status

For property professionals

Developers

Scan corridors for sites meeting FSR and height criteria before contacting agents.

Architects

Check solar access, setback provisions, and heritage overlays across multiple sites in minutes.

Planners

Compare DA approval rates and constraint patterns across suburbs or LGAs.

Researchers

Export property data for spatial analysis, opportunity mapping, or feasibility studies.

Explore 3.5 million properties for free

No signup required. No credit card. Just open the map and start exploring.