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?
You’ll need to lodge a Development Application (DA) with City of Ryde Council for projects involving new dwellings, dual occupancies, secondary dwellings (granny flats), residential alterations or additions, townhouses, apartments, commercial developments, or changes of commercial use such as cafés, restaurants, retail shops, and gyms.
To confirm if your proposal requires a DA, it's important to check the relevant local and state planning legislation specific to the City of Ryde, including:
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008
Ryde Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2014
Ryde Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014
The City of Ryde has distinctive suburban characteristics and significant growth precincts, with areas such as Macquarie Park, North Ryde, Eastwood, and Meadowbank seeing major urban renewal and increased residential density. Key planning priorities for council include managing urban density, traffic and parking, maintaining residential amenity, heritage conservation (particularly around older precincts like Gladesville and Eastwood), and promoting sustainable design.
Certain residential developments situated close to designated town centres or transport hubs including Macquarie Park, Eastwood, West Ryde, Meadowbank, and Ryde town centre may qualify for streamlined complying development pathways under the Low Rise Housing Diversity Code (LMR Policy).If you’re unsure about the best development approach or considering various options, Planna recommends beginning with a Preliminary Planning Report (PPR). This report clearly outlines permissible development options, identifies site-specific planning constraints and opportunities, and recommends the most appropriate approval pathway tailored to City of Ryde Council’s planning requirements.
City of Ryde Council undertakes detailed and thorough assessments of Development Applications to ensure each project aligns with local priorities, including urban design quality, environmental sustainability, and neighbourhood compatibility. After completing your preliminary planning stage, the next crucial step is to prepare a Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE). Your SEE must clearly address all relevant planning controls and demonstrate how your development responds to local considerations including traffic impacts, residential amenity (such as privacy and overshadowing), streetscape integration, heritage preservation, landscaping, and environmental sustainability. Depending on your project's location and specific details, additional specialist documents may be required, such as traffic impact assessments, heritage studies, acoustic reports, flood risk assessments, or arborist reports. Planna specialises in creating thorough, customised SEE reports specifically tailored to meet City of Ryde Council’s unique planning framework. Our expert documentation significantly improves the efficiency and success of your DA, streamlining your pathway to timely and positive council approval.
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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,
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98% approval rate over 3000+ submissions
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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
