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?
Greater Geelong City Council applies the Greater Geelong City Planning Scheme to most development. You’ll usually need a permit for:
- New homes or apartments in waterfront suburbs and activity areas
- Works influenced by heritage streetscapes, river/estuary flooding and coastal character
- Use changes for hospitality, tourism, medical/office and upgrades in industrial estates
- Subdivision/boundary changes and interfaces with creek or foreshore land
- Reducing car parking or altering access on declared routes
- Creating or altering vehicle access to declared roads such as Princes Highway/Surf Coast Highway
Starting before approval risks enforcement; confirm your pathway early with a quick desktop review.
Preliminary Planning Report (PPR)
Our PPR tests your plans against the Greater Geelong City Planning Scheme, identifies the exact zone and overlay triggers, checks key Particular Provisions (car parking, signs, licensed premises, native vegetation, access to a Road Zone) and flags likely referrals (the floodplain manager and the road authority). It also sets out risks, next steps and the likelihood of approval, including VicSmart eligibility for minor proposals where applicable.
About the Greater Geelong City Planning Scheme
The scheme provides the legal basis for assessing land use and development. Your Planning Report should map the controls (MPS, PPF, zones and overlay schedules) and address decision guidelines. Locally common overlays include Armstrong Creek PSP/DPO areas, HO in established suburbs, LSIO along Barwon/Corio Bay edges and SLO on the Bellarine. Focus points in Greater Geelong City Council include waterfront activation, PSP delivery and arterial connections.
Residential Standards – Clause 54/55 and Clause 58
- Height/transition and waterfront character in coastal suburbs
- Overlooking/overshadowing and solar access for apartments/mixed use
- Landscape/permeability targets and stormwater quality
- Parking/signage in busy centres (Clauses 52.06 and 52.05)
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
