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 the City of Parramatta Council for various projects including new dwelling houses, dual occupancies, secondary dwellings (granny flats), townhouses, apartments, commercial developments, industrial buildings, or changing commercial uses such as cafes, restaurants, gyms, and shops. Determining whether your project requires a DA involves reviewing relevant state and local planning legislation including:
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008
Parramatta Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2023
Parramatta Development Control Plan (DCP) 2023
Due to council amalgamations, some parts of the Parramatta LGA remain subject to previous planning instruments such as the Auburn LEP 2010, The Hills LEP 2019, Hornsby LEP 2013, and their respective DCPs. It's crucial to verify the correct legislation applicable to your site.Certain residential developments within nominated centres and transport hubs. Including Parramatta CBD, Epping, Carlingford, Westmead, Wentworthville, and Telopea may also qualify for streamlined approval pathways under the Low Rise Housing Diversity Code (LMR Policy). Planna offers Preliminary Planning Reports (PPR) to clearly identify your project’s best approval route, clarify site constraints, and evaluate your proposal’s feasibility and likelihood of success.
Following the Preliminary Planning Report, your next step is to prepare a Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE). This document explains how your proposal meets Parramatta Council's planning standards, responds to site-specific considerations, and effectively manages any impacts. Planna specialises in creating detailed and targeted SEE reports specifically tailored to Parramatta’s unique planning framework. Our precise documentation ensures your DA is efficiently processed, significantly increasing the likelihood of prompt and successful 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.
Same day report delivery
Money back guarantee on reports
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
Claim your free consultation, or give us a call
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
