Bay 5, 2 Locomotive Street, South Eveleigh NSW 2015
49th Floor/8 Parramatta Sq, Parramatta NSW 2150
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town planning services
Planning approval is often the most involved phase of a building project. Delays and rejections can cost significant time and money. Working with a planner who understands Sydney councils, anticipates common issues, and navigates the approval process effectively, making a meaningful difference.
Planshop specializes in town planning for residential, commercial, community, and retail developments across Sydney. We integrate planning from the start of your design process, which helps avoid coordination issues that can arise when using separate planning consultants.
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planning services we provide
development applications (DA)
Complete DA management from documentation through approval. We handle submission, council liaison, and condition compliance.
DA services include:
Comprehensive documentation preparation
Council submission and lodgement
Council officer liaison and negotiation
Responses to requests for information (RFIs)
Presentation at council meetings when required
Condition compliance monitoring during construction
DA processing typically takes 6-12 weeks depending on council workload and project complexity.
Complying Development Certificates (CDC)
CDC provides faster approval for projects meeting specific standards.
We assess eligibility and manage complete certification.
CDC services include:
Eligibility assessment against complying standards
Complete application preparation
Private certifier coordination
Same-day lodgement when possible
Certification issuance and documentation
Fire safety and accessibility details
CDC approvals typically process in 2-4 weeks.
Planning Reports and Assessments
Technical reports supporting development applications. Our planners repare documentation meeting council and regulatory requirements.
Planning reports include:
Statements of Environmental Effects (SEE)
Clause 4.6 Variations for development standard departures
BASIX certificates and energy assessments
Shadow diagrams and view impact analysis
Streetscape and massing studies
Traffic impact assessments
Acoustic impact reports
Heritage Planning
Specialist heritage planning for Sydney's inner suburbs. We navigate heritage controls and conservation requirements.
Heritage planning services:
Heritage Impact Statements
Conservation Management Plans
Adaptive reuse proposals respecting heritage values
Heritage Council liaison and approval
Heritage interpretation strategies
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why choose planshop for planning
integrated design and planning
Planning is incorporated from day one of your design process.
This integration provides:
Designs optimized for approval from the start
Reduced design revision requirements
Faster overall project timelines
Single point of contact for all services
Council Relationship Network
We maintain working relationships with key Sydney councils:
Inner West Council
City of Sydney
Woollahra Council
Waverley Council
Northern Beaches Council
Our understanding of local planning controls and council preferences improves approval success rates and reduces assessment timeframes.
transparent fee structure
Fixed-fee proposals eliminating cost uncertainty
Payment options in manageable stages
Upfront communication about scope changes
Fees tailored to project complexity
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our design process
Stage 1:
Initial Consultation and Site Assessment
We evaluate your site and review planning options under current regulations. This assessment identifies potential constraints and opportunities.
Stage 2:
Planning Strategy Development
We determine the optimal approval pathway — CDC, DA, or alternative. Strategy includes timeline projections and cost estimates.
Stage 3:
Design and Planning Integration
Planners and designers collaborate, ensuring design harmony with planning compliance. We maximize development potential while meeting requirements.
Stage 4:
Documentation and Submission
All paperwork is prepared to council standards and lodged. We manage the submission process from lodgement through assessment.
Stage 5:
Assessment Management
We respond to council inquiries professionally and promptly. This active management keeps the process moving and reduces delays.
Stage 6:
Approval and Post-Approval Support
We assist with the construction certificate application and address any post-approval requirements.