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 Wollondilly Shire, you will usually need to lodge a Development Application (DA) for new dwellings, rural houses, dual occupancies, secondary dwellings (granny flats), residential alterations, agricultural and rural buildings, commercial or industrial developments, or changes of use for businesses like cafés, restaurants, rural retail, or local services.
Wollondilly Shire covers a diverse rural and semi-rural area with townships such as Picton, Tahmoor, Thirlmere, Bargo, Appin, and Silverdale.
Planning controls in Wollondilly specifically prioritise protecting rural character, managing bushfire risks, conserving biodiversity and farmland, heritage preservation, and maintaining scenic landscapes and village amenity. Relevant planning instruments applicable to developments in Wollondilly include:
Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2011
Wollondilly Development Control Plan (DCP) 2016
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008
If you're exploring your options or unsure about your property's specific planning considerations, Planna recommends starting with a Preliminary Planning Report (PPR). This report clarifies exactly what's permissible, identifies site constraints such as bushfire risk, flooding, environmental sensitivity, or heritage considerations, and provides clear guidance on the most suitable pathway to approval.
Wollondilly Shire Council assesses Development Applications carefully due to the area's rural landscapes, heritage significance, and environmental sensitivity. Once your preliminary planning assessment is complete, you'll need to provide a Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE). This important document clearly demonstrates compliance with council’s local planning priorities and specifically addresses issues relevant to Wollondilly, such as bushfire management, agricultural land preservation, biodiversity impacts, floodplain management, heritage compatibility, rural amenity, and village character.
Depending on your proposal and its location, additional specialist documents may be required, such as bushfire hazard assessments, biodiversity reports, heritage studies, flood assessments, or agricultural impact reports. Planna specialises in preparing carefully tailored SEE reports specifically suited to Wollondilly Shire Council’s rural planning framework, significantly enhancing your application's efficiency and the likelihood of timely 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.
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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
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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
