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Town Planning Services & Social Impact Assessments

Advancing Your Development Project from Feasibility assessments to development approvals – Our purpose-driven planning transforms visions into actionable pathways.

With expertise across residential, commercial, tourism and industrial developments, we support stakeholders at every stage of the planning process.

We are committed to making your project a success—guiding you from concept to approval with strategic planning insights and professional expertise.

Our Specialties

Feasibility Assessments

We evaluate the viability of your development project, ensuring it aligns with local regulations and maximises potential value.

Development Approvals

Expert guidance through the approval process, ensuring timely and regulatory-compliant outcomes.

Social Impact Assessments

We assess the social and community impact of your project, helping to ensure sustainable and positive outcomes for all stakeholders

Explore our full range of services to see how we can assist at every stage of your project.

Our Services

Meliora

[MEH-lee-OR-ah] Noun

is derived from Latin, meaning “towards better things”.

We adopted this philosophy for the company as it embodies the idea of continuous improvement and striving for excellence—always pursuing the better in everything we do.

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Meliora

[MEH-lee-OR-ah] Noun

is derived from Latin, meaning “towards better things”.

We adopted this philosophy for the company as it embodies the idea of continuous improvement and striving for excellence—always pursuing the better in everything we do.

We are dedicated to delivering practical solutions that drive economic growth, enhance community vibrancy, and address the dynamic needs of our clients. Through meticulous planning, strategic insight, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, we shape projects that leave a lasting positive impact on local communities.

  • Services

We offer an integrated suite of services to streamline the development planning process while addressing public interest.

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Advisory Services and Early Stages Assessments

We provide clear, tailored planning advice and early-stage assessments to help you understand risks, opportunities, and approval pathways—ensuring your project starts on the right track.

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Various Planning assessments and reports

We deliver comprehensive town planning  assessments and specialised reports to support development approvals, address regulatory requirements, and provide expert guidance across a range of statutory planning matters.

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Social Impact Assessments (SIA)

We provide Social Impact Assessment (SIA) services to help clients understand and respond to the potential social effects of their developments. From early-stage scoping to full SIA reporting, we offer tailored, evidence-based analysis and guidance to ensure projects reflect community needs, meet regulatory requirements, and align with principles of social equity and responsible planning.

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Community and stakeholder engagement

We facilitate meaningful engagement processes that build trust, gather insights, and inform planning outcomes. Our tailored strategies support inclusive participation, address stakeholder concerns, and ensure projects are developed with transparency, collaboration, and community awareness at the forefront.

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Supplementary services

We offer a range of supporting services to streamline your project.

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Subscription based services

Access our consulting services on a recurring basis, through a monthly fee or based on the established hourly rate. Please enquire about our subscription based services by contacting us.

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Some examples of the Development projects we assist with:

  • Change of use and associated construction works
  • Training and Education Facilities
  • Medical centres and Health Consulting Rooms
  • Recreation areas; Recreation facilities (indoor and outdoor)
  • Shop top housing
  • Retail
  • Warehouses
  • Health Consulting Rooms
  • Medical Centres
  • Industrial Projects
  • Pond based and tank -based Aquaculture
  • Oyster aquaculture
  • Licensed premises (Small bars, clubs and pubs)
  • Food and drink premises (Cafe and restaurants
  • Gyms
  • Tattoo parlour and beauty salons
  • Business identification signage
  • Childcare Facilities
  • Amusement centres
  • Depots
  • Entertainment facilities
  • Function centres
  • General industries
  • Light industries
  • Vehicle repair stations
  • Business premises
  • Office fit outs
  • Residential Flat Buildings (apartments)
  • Dual occupancy
  • Secondary dwellings
  • Multi Dwellings
  • Group Homes
  • Boarding houses
  • Eco-Tourism Developments: Nature retreats, glamping sites, and wellness retreats.
  • Tourist and visitor accommodation
  • Caravan Parks and Campgrounds
  • Rural Event Venues: Wedding venues, function centres, and agritourism businesses.
  • Eco-Tourism Developments: Nature retreats, glamping sites, and wellness retreats.
  • Tourist and visitor accommodation
  • Caravan Parks and Campgrounds
  • Rural Event Venues: Wedding venues, function centres, and agritourism businesses.
  • Extensive Agriculture
  • Intensive Plant Agriculture
  • Intensive Livestock Agriculture
  • Horticulture and Nurseries
  • Farm Stay Accommodation

Rezoning Projects (Planning Proposals)

Subdivision and Amalgamation Projects (Torrens, Strata and Community Titles)

Heavy Industries

  • Chemical, coal, and petroleum processing plants
  • Cement, lime, and plaster manufacturing
  • Metallurgical and mineral processing industries


Waste and Resource Recovery

  • Waste management facilities (e.g., landfill, incineration, recycling)
  • Sewage treatment plants with large-scale processing
  • Hazardous waste disposal facilities

Extractive Industries and Mining

  • Quarries and open-cut mining exceeding threshold limits
  • Large-scale sand and gravel extraction
  • Underground mining operations


Energy Generation and Supply

  • Large-scale power generation facilities (coal, gas, solar, wind farms)
  • Hydro-electric power stations
  • High-voltage transmission lines and substations

Agriculture and Animal Processing

  • Intensive livestock agriculture (feedlots, piggeries, poultry farms)
  • Abattoirs and meat processing facilities
  • Large-scale aquaculture operations


Forestry and Timber Processing

  • Sawmills and wood processing plants
  • Large-scale forestry operations

Infrastructure and Transport

  • Major road and rail projects
  • Port facilities and shipping terminals
  • Airport developments

Water-related Developments

  • Large dams and water storage facilities
  • Desalination plants
  • Irrigation schemes

Contaminated Land and Hazardous Facilities

  • Facilities handling, storing, or treating hazardous chemicals
  • Asbestos disposal sites
  • Large-scale fuel storage depots

Marine and Coastal Developments

  • Marinas, boating facilities, and coastal reclamation
  • Offshore petroleum exploration
  • Developments in environmentally sensitive coastal areas

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Some examples of the Development projects we assist with:

Commercial & Industrial Developments
Residential Projects
Rural Developments
Rezoning Projects (planning Proposals)
Tourism
Mixed Use Developments
Sub-division and Amalgamation Projects

(Torrens, Strata & Community Titles)

Designated Developments

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Town Planning Expertise Across NSW

Wherever your project is located, we provide trusted guidance tailored to local Council requirements.

With extensive experience across metropolitan, regional, and growth areas throughout New South Wales, we offer clear, informed planning advice that supports smooth approvals and successful project delivery.

  • City of Sydney
  • Parramatta City Council
  • Blacktown City Council
  • Liverpool City Council
  • Campbelltown City Council
  • Penrith City Council
  • Fairfield City Council
  • Cumberland City Council
  • The Hills Shire Council
  • Canterbury-Bankstown Council
  • Bayside Council
  • Inner West Council
  • Georges River Council
  • Northern Beaches Council
  • Sutherland Shire Council
  • Newcastle City Council
  • Lake Macquarie City Council
  • Maitland City Council
  • Port Stephens Council
  • Central Coast Council 
  • Wollongong City Council
  • Shellharbour City Council
  • Shoalhaven City Council
  • Dubbo Regional Council
  • Orange City Council
  • Tamworth Regional Council
  • Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council
  • Coffs Harbour City Council
  • Ballina Shire Council
  • Tweed Shire Council
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Town Planning Expertise Across NSW

Wherever your project is located, we provide trusted guidance tailored to local Council requirements.

With extensive experience across metropolitan, regional, and growth areas throughout New South Wales, we offer clear, informed planning advice that supports smooth approvals and successful project delivery.

  • City of Sydney
  • Parramatta City Council
  • Blacktown City Council
  • Liverpool City Council
  • Campbelltown City Council
  • Penrith City Council
  • Fairfield City Council
  • Cumberland City Council
  • The Hills Shire Council
  • Canterbury-Bankstown Council
  • Bayside Council
  • Inner West Council
  • Georges River Council
  • Northern Beaches Council
  • Sutherland Shire Council
  • Newcastle City Council
  • Lake Macquarie City Council
  • Maitland City Council
  • Port Stephens Council
  • Central Coast Council 
  • Wollongong City Council
  • Shellharbour City Council
  • Shoalhaven City Council
  • Dubbo Regional Council
  • Orange City Council
  • Tamworth Regional Council
  • Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council
  • Coffs Harbour City Council
  • Ballina Shire Council
  • Tweed Shire Council

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Solutions We Solve

Feasibility and Risk Review

Early-stage project feasibility and planning risk mitigation to ensure informed decision-making before committing to the development process.

Navigating Development Approvals

Expert guidance through complex development approval processes, tailored to your project’s scope, location, and planning context.

Integrated Planning Support

A comprehensive suite of town planning services to streamline development approval processes while addressing social impacts and broader public interest.

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