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 will need a Development Application (DA) from Hunters Hill Council for new homes, dual occupancies, secondary dwellings, residential alterations and additions, townhouses, small-scale apartment buildings, or commercial developments such as cafés, restaurants, retail stores, or changes to existing commercial uses. Hunters Hill is renowned for its significant heritage, picturesque waterfront locations, mature gardens, and consistent residential streetscapes. Key planning priorities focus on heritage conservation, preserving harbour and river views, protecting mature vegetation, managing development scale, and ensuring compatibility with the established local character in suburbs such as Hunters Hill, Woolwich, Henley, and Gladesville.
To determine whether your proposal requires a DA, the key planning instruments to review include:
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008
Hunters Hill Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2012
Hunters Hill Consolidated Development Control Plan (DCP) 2013
If you're unsure about the best approach or considering multiple development options, Planna recommends starting with a Preliminary Planning Report (PPR). This report clearly outlines permissible developments, highlights relevant site constraints including heritage status, tree preservation, or view impacts, and advises on the best pathway to achieve approval from Hunters Hill Council.
Hunters Hill Council carefully assesses Development Applications, particularly due to the area’s heritage significance, scenic qualities, and community expectations. After your preliminary assessment, you'll need a detailed Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE). This document clearly demonstrates compliance with local planning requirements and addresses key priorities such as heritage impacts, view preservation, tree protection, architectural character, landscaping, and maintaining residential amenity.Depending on your location and project type, additional specialist documentation might be required, including heritage impact statements, arborist reports, landscape plans, or detailed view assessments.Planna specialises in preparing detailed, tailored SEE reports specifically designed for Hunters Hill Council, significantly improving your project's likelihood of timely and successful 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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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
