Material change of use
Guidance on whether a material change of use application may be required, and assistance preparing a considered application pathway.
Small businesses
Planning support for a business premise that works.
Whether you are opening, relocating, expanding or changing how a site is used, we help identify the planning questions early so you can move forward with greater clarity.
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Business premises
A considered starting point
Understand the pathway before you commit.
Commercial and small-business proposals can involve planning requirements that are easy to overlook when a lease, fit-out or opening date is approaching. We provide practical guidance on the relevant pathway for the property and your proposed use.
Early advice can help you understand what is likely to be needed and coordinate the next steps with confidence.
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How we can help
Zoning & site constraints
A clear review of the applicable zoning, overlays and planning controls that may shape what can be established on the site.
Parking, access & landscaping
Early consideration of car parking, access, servicing, landscaping and other site details that can influence a proposal and its assessment.
The right questions first
Every business and every site is different.
We start by understanding your business idea, the property and the outcome you need. From there, we can identify the key planning considerations and a sensible next step.
Requirements can vary by council area, property and proposed use, so advice is always tailored to the individual proposal.
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