Planna prepares comprehensive Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE), Preliminary Planning Reports (PPR) and Town Planning Reports for council approval. Fast and reliable.
When is a Development Application (DA) Required?
A Development Application (DA) is required by Bayside Council for projects such as new dwelling houses, dual occupancies, townhouses, apartments, secondary dwellings (granny flats), residential alterations and additions, commercial buildings, or commercial changes of use including restaurants, cafés, gyms, shops, and local businesses.
Bayside Council was created through the amalgamation of the former Rockdale and Botany Bay Councils. As a result, planning controls can vary depending on your site’s location. To determine whether your proposal needs a DA, you will need to check relevant local planning documents including:
State Environmental Planning Policy 2008*
Rockdale Local Environmental Plan 2011**
Botany Bay Local Environmental Plan 2013***
Bayside Development Control Plan 2022****
Bayside is characterised by a mix of residential neighbourhoods, coastal suburbs, commercial centres, and industrial precincts. Planning policies strongly emphasise managing density, protecting local character, ensuring compatibility with existing streetscapes, and addressing environmental factors such as flooding and coastal management.
If you're uncertain about the best way to approach your development or exploring multiple options, starting with a Preliminary Planning Report (PPR) from Planna is advisable. This report clearly identifies permissible uses, site-specific constraints, suitable planning controls, and recommended pathways to maximise the likelihood of obtaining Bayside Council approval.
*exempt and complying development codes
**applicable to former Rockdale areas
***applicable to former Botany Bay areas
****which combines and updates controls from previous DCPs
Bayside Council undertakes detailed assessments of Development Applications to ensure new developments align with community expectations, local character, and environmental sustainability objectives. Once your preliminary assessment is complete, you will need a comprehensive Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE). The SEE demonstrates how your proposal complies with council planning controls, addresses potential impacts such as privacy, overshadowing, flooding, coastal risks, and neighbourhood amenity, and clearly justifies the merits of your project.
Given the diverse urban and environmental characteristics across Bayside Council, your SEE may also require additional specialist reports including flood risk assessments, traffic studies, acoustic reports, or coastal hazard assessments, depending on your specific location and type of proposal.
Planna specialises in preparing detailed and tailored SEE reports specifically designed to meet Bayside Council’s requirements. Our expert documentation will streamline your application and improve your chances of securing prompt and successful development approval.
What is
Planna is an Australian based team of expert town planners, leveraging an innovative approach to securing council approval. With our proven method, you can submit your Development Application in days, not weeks. Planna specialised in comprehensive Statement of Environmental Effects, and Preliminary Planning for council approval.
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A message from Planna
You're not alone,
We were frustrated with the standard town planning approach: waiting months for reports and spending thousands of dollars. Town Planners charging for admin when you only really need the core reports for a Development Application. Whether it’s a renovation, changing the use of your business, or a tricky development, you might be asking:
- Do I have to wait 6-12 weeks for a town planner?
- How do I meet all of the compliance requirements?
- How can I maximise my outcomes?
- How can I increase my chances of approval?
With our proven method, you can submit your Development Application in days, not weeks. And if council isn't happy with your Planna Report (unlikely), we will give you a full refund.
Sincerely,
Features
98% approval rate over 3000+ submissions
Free consult with registered Town Planner
Quality guarantee or money back
Compliant with all Acts, Regulations, SEPP, LEP, DCP, and NSW Councils
Proven Process
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We identify the best path to approval
Your reports are prepared by our in-house team of town planners and ex-council officers
Receive your finalised reports within 48 hours - ready for council submission, with quality guaranteed
Frequently asked questions
With Planna, you can get your Development Application package ready for submission within 24 hours; council assessment times vary.
Planna is on average 80% cheaper than traditional town planners, with the same outcome. Most firms will charge you thousands for admin, when you really only need the core deliverables.
With a 98% approval rate, we ensure your reports will meet all council requirements. If the council does request additional information, we can easily update this through the dashboard.
Our team of expert planners and ex council officers are on hand to provide support, justifications and report reviews throughout the process.
We used Planna for our renovation. It was cheaper and faster than traditional firms. Highly recommended for any project.
— Frances and John, Albury, NSW
Planna made our development process possible. Detailed reports and quick compliance checks avoided long waits and high costs. Great alternative for quick planning services.
— Michael and Lisa, Melbourne, VIC
