Town Planning
At Meliora Projects, we offer expert town planning services designed to help you navigate the complexities of development in NSW. Whether you are working on residential, commercial, or mixed-use projects, our team provides tailored solutions that ensure your development adheres to regulatory requirements and maximises its potential. With a focus on sustainability and community impact, we guide you through each stage of the planning process, from initial concept to final approval.
Comprehensive Town Planning Solutions for NSW Developments
Meliora Projects provides comprehensive town planning solutions for NSW developments, ensuring your project aligns with all regulatory requirements and community expectations. Our services encompass every stage of the planning process, offering tailored advice and assessments to facilitate successful development outcomes.
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.
- Planning Advice on a specific matter
- Feasibility Assessments
- Planning Due Diligence reports
- Preliminary Planning Reviews
- Unauthorised development – Preliminary Advice
- Approval Pathway Determination
- Approval Pathway reviews
- Exempt Development Reviews
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.
- Statement of Environmental Effects (SoEE or SEE)
- Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
- SEARs (Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements)
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)
- Review of the Environmental Factors (REF)
- Operational Plans of Management
- Farm Management Plans
- View Sharing/Loss Impact Assessments
- Planning reports (BIC) – unauthorised development or construction works
- Expert Witness Reports and Consultations
- Modification of the Existing Consent – S 4.55 Modification Reports
- Clause 4.6 Variations
- Section 8.2 Reviews
- Division 5.1 Assessments
- CDC compliance statements and reports
- Exempt Development Assessments & Letter of Compliance
Key Benefits of Engaging a Town Planner in NSW
Navigating the local planning system can be complex and time-consuming when embarking on a development or construction project in New South Wales. This is where engaging a professional town planner becomes a smart investment. Whether you’re planning a residential build, commercial development, or subdivision, a town planner provides the expertise needed to move your project forward smoothly and successfully.
- Expert Guidance: Town planners know local planning laws, zoning regulations, and council requirements. Their professional advice helps you understand what is permissible, saving you from costly mistakes and delays.
- Efficient Approvals: By managing the development application (DA) process, town planners streamline approvals and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant. This increases your chances of faster approval by local councils.
- Risk Mitigation: A town planner can identify potential challenges early—such as environmental constraints, heritage concerns, or zoning conflicts—and work to resolve them before they become costly issues.
- Optimised Outcomes: With a strategic approach, town planners help maximise your project’s potential. They consider land use, design efficiency, and long-term value, ensuring the best possible result.
Hiring a town planner in NSW is more than just a box to tick. It invests in professional insight, time-saving strategies, and long-term success. With expert support from the beginning, your project has a better chance of moving efficiently from concept to completion—while avoiding unnecessary headaches. Contact us today!
How Does Meliora Projects Ensure Compliance with NSW Planning Regulations?
At Meliora Projects, we take pride in helping clients move forward confidently through the planning and development process. Ensuring compliance with NSW planning regulations is central to our approach. We combine expertise, diligence, and personalised service to align every project with current planning laws and expectations.
- Comprehensive Assessments: We begin by conducting thorough assessments of local and state planning requirements.
- Tailored Reports: We prepare essential documents such as the Statement of Environmental Effects (SoEE) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), tailored specifically to each project.
- Regulatory Liaison: Our team coordinates directly with local councils and state authorities, streamlining the approval process and addressing concerns.
- Ongoing Support: Compliance doesn’t end after submission. Meliora Projects provides ongoing guidance throughout the development journey, ensuring every stage meets legal obligations.
At Meliora Projects, our proactive and personalised approach gives clients peace of mind. With our support, you can move forward confidently, knowing your project aligns with NSW planning regulations at every step.
When Can Town Planning Services Be Used for Your Project?
Our town planning services can be initiated at any stage of your development, whether you’re in the early stages of concept design or need to rectify unauthorised works. The sooner we are involved in your project, the better we can assess potential risks and opportunities. Ideally, town planning services should be initiated before any construction or major design decisions are made, ensuring your project is aligned with local regulations and development goals.
Why Choose Meliora Projects for Your Town Planning Needs
When you choose Meliora Projects, you’re partnering with a team committed to delivering smart, sustainable, and successful development outcomes. With a deep understanding of local planning frameworks and council requirements across NSW, we confidently and clearly guide your project from concept to approval.
Our services cover everything from planning proposals and development applications to rezoning and strategic planning advice. Our collaborative, client-first approach sets us apart—ensuring your goals stay at the heart of every decision. Whether you’re a developer, landowner, or architect, we simplify the complex and deliver real results. Take the first step towards your successful development project—contact Meliora Projects today and let us help you turn your planning challenges into growth opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are town planning services, and why do I need them?
Town planning services help ensure your development complies with local and state planning controls in NSW. Our professional planning advice reduces risk, clarifies approval requirements, and streamlines the process.
What types of development do you assist with?
We assist with a wide range of developments, please refer to our Services page for more details.
Can you advise whether a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) is possible instead of a DA?
Yes. We assess your site and proposed development against the State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP) – Exempt and Complying Development Codes to determine CDC eligibility. If a CDC is possible, we can guide you through the certification process with a private certifier.
Do you work with architects and other consultants?
Absolutely. We regularly collaborate with architects, certifiers, surveyors, traffic engineers, and other specialists to ensure all planning documentation aligns with Council requirements and supports your application effectively.
How much do your town planning services cost?
Costs vary depending on project complexity, site constraints, and the level of documentation required. We provide fixed-fee quotes tailored to each project following an initial review or consultation.
How do I get started?
You can book an initial consultation via our contact page or Calendly. We’ll review your project, explain your options, and provide a step-by-step overview of the next actions to move forward.
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.
Greater Sydney Region
- 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
Hunter & Central Coast Region
- Newcastle City Council
- Lake Macquarie City Council
- Maitland City Council
- Port Stephens Council
- Central Coast Council
Illawarra & South Coast Region
- Wollongong City Council
- Shellharbour City Council
- Shoalhaven City Council
Western NSW Growth Areas
- Dubbo Regional Council
- Orange City Council
- Tamworth Regional Council
Other Expanding Regional Centres
- Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council
- Coffs Harbour City Council
- Ballina Shire Council
- Tweed Shire Council
