The South Australian government has officially stated that recent construction activities within the Adelaide Parklands are consistent with historical precedents established by previous infrastructure projects. Officials argue that because the parklands have been utilized for major events and associated works in the past, the current modifications required for the MotoGP circuit fall within an acceptable framework of land use.

This justification is being used to address concerns regarding the impact of development on the public space. By framing the current works as a continuation of established practice rather than a new or radical departure, the government aims to mitigate criticism regarding the preservation of the parklands. While the government maintains that these actions are standard procedure, the reliance on precedent suggests an attempt to bypass potential regulatory hurdles that might otherwise impede the circuit's development. The government has not yet provided a detailed breakdown of how these specific works differ from, or align with, the environmental protections typically afforded to the parklands, leaving the debate centered on whether historical usage justifies ongoing industrial-style modifications to the area.