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?
In Strathfield, you'll usually need a Development Application (DA) for new homes, dual occupancies, granny flats, townhouses, apartments, residential alterations or additions, commercial and industrial buildings, or changing the use of existing commercial premises such as cafés, restaurants, gyms, or retail stores.Strathfield Council manages a diverse suburban community known for established residential neighbourhoods, heritage conservation areas, spacious suburban lots, and vibrant commercial centres around Strathfield town centre and Homebush. Council prioritises managing residential density, protecting heritage buildings, preserving neighbourhood character, maintaining mature trees and landscaping, and carefully managing traffic and parking.
Local planning documents relevant to developments in Strathfield include:
Strathfield Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2012
Strathfield Consolidated Development Control Plan (DCP) 2005 (updated regularly)
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008
Certain residential developments close to the Strathfield town centre and key transport hubs such as Strathfield Station and Homebush may qualify for streamlined complying development approvals under the Low Rise Housing Diversity Code (LMR Policy).If you're exploring different options or uncertain about the best pathway for your site, Planna recommends starting with a Preliminary Planning Report (PPR). This clearly identifies permissible developments, addresses specific constraints such as heritage considerations, landscaping, traffic and parking management, and provides clear guidance tailored specifically to Strathfield Council’s planning expectations.
Strathfield Council carefully evaluates Development Applications to ensure developments align with local character, heritage significance, and residential amenity. After completing your preliminary planning assessment, you'll need a detailed Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE). This document clearly demonstrates compliance with Strathfield’s planning controls, specifically addressing heritage compatibility, landscaping, residential amenity (such as privacy and overshadowing), traffic and parking impacts, tree preservation, and overall streetscape integration. Depending on your specific project and location, additional specialist reports such as heritage assessments, arborist reports, traffic and parking studies, acoustic reports, or landscape plans may also be required. Planna specialises in preparing detailed, tailored SEE reports specifically suited to Strathfield Council, significantly enhancing your project's efficiency and likelihood of 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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We identify the best path to approval
Your reports are prepared by our in-house team of town planners and ex-council officers
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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
