Learn About Aconsult on the Central Coast

We are located in Wamberal, NSW.

You can call us on Office- 0243-277-643 or Mobile: 0411-052-937 or email: lorelle@aconsultoz.com

Yes, we are registered & our ABN is 78 473 376 309.

Call us today for your free, initial consultation. We can book an appointment for you today

Town planning is a diverse discipline, that is, town planners represent and involve themselves at both a macro and micro level in the broad spectrum of planning.  This could involve, at one end of the spectrum, the design of (say) new towns, suburbs , urban release areas and environments and/or urban renewal projects in an attempt to revitalise areas suffering from urban and infrastructure decay.  At the other end of the spectrum town planners immerse themselves in representing individual or micro applications that support and uphold the broader principles of town planning.

When Council says you need a town planner what they are essentially saying is that you need a consultant that resides on the private sector “side of the fence” that is able to prepare the necessary documentation addressing and challenging the myriad of planning laws, guidelines and controls that dictate the direction of contemporary urban environments.  Town planners are pivotal in coordinating and preparing detailed technical  planning submissions that seek to maximise the use of any particular property to its best end; consistent with the objectives of any particular zone.

Not necessarily. At AconsulT we will identify the most efficient and cost effective approval pathway that has the best chance of attaining your development goals.   In NSW the three primary pathways in obtaining the necessary approvals include:

1. Exempt Development - This is work that can be carried out without approval as long as it complies with stated controls;

2. Complying Development - This is development or work that can be approved utilising fast-tracked pathways through either a Private Certifier or a Local Council;

3. Development Application (DA) – Required for any development where Council is the consent authority. Whilst more involved the regulations, controls and guidelines are able to be challenged and variations sought, that is, a merit based assessment; subject to degree of variations and to what development controls;

Not to worry. Planning is not a “one size fits all” application.  We will prepare detailed arguments that justify the variations sought, on your behalf. This is something we particularly welcome and pride ourselves on in seeking to obtain results that others cannot be bothered to attempt.  Typically our approach is to “think outside the box”; whilst at the same time explaining to our client’s likely responses and outcome;  we want the best development of your land which may not necessarily mean a development that is fully compliant.

Invariably this is like asking “how long is a piece of string” as time frames for approval rely heavily upon the type of development, the variations sought, Council’s timetable, the available approval pathways etc. 

That said, if your development is consistent with Complying Development codes then your approval can be obtained as quickly as 10 – 20 days from the time the submission package is ready. 

For Development Applications, councils have a statutory timeframe of 40 days (non integrated) to approve your application before legal avenues can be pursued. By engaging AconsulT to manage this process  you are assured of the fastest approval time available is facilitated; we prepare a comprehensive package to lodge at Council and then track the DA closely in looking to avoid delays and stalling by Council.

Our fees vary depending on the service you require and the scale of your development. We offer a range of pricing structures and work off both quoted or “fixed” fees as well hourly charge out rates.

Our experience over the past 23 years enables us to refine our service so that you only pay for work that is essential to the project.  Our initial consultation with you is free of charge so call us to discuss.  We can then give you an idea of costs, based on what you are wanting to achieve.

Nothing, other than an outline of what you are looking to achieve.  AconsulT will provide you with clear, direct advice that is to the point.  No fancy language just down to earth advice that will get you to where you want to be.

Call us and we will outline how best to approach  Council; whether  you have been issued a Notice or Intention to issue an Order or an actual Formal Notice for unauthorised work or are looking to get approval for unapproved works, get in touch with us and we can help you get it resolved. We have broad experience with such situations and can help guide you through what can be a stressful process. Once you have received a notice or order from Council call us as soon as possible; a call from us to advise them we have been engaged is generally enough to halt any fines being issued and pursued  until the matter is resolved.

Each project can require various technical reports from various consultants. Consultants who may be required for a particular project may include:

- Access Consultant

- Arborist

- Architect

- Draftsman

- BCA Consultant

- Engineer- civil, structural, mechanical, hydraulic

- Bushfire Consultants;

- Fire Management Consultant (BCA)

- Geotechnical Consultant

- Heritage Consultant

- Surveyors;

- Landscape Consultants;

- Noise, Dust & Odour Consultants;

- Wastewater consultants;

- Environmental Scientists;

- Ecological consultants;

- Quantity Surveyor

- Surveyor

- Traffic and Parking Consultant

- Water Service Coordinator.

We will let you know what technical plans and/ or reports are required for your project and work with our associates in preparing a detailed and competent application to Council.

No. At AconsulT Development and Environmental Planning Consultants (AconsulT) we work within a network of trusted professional associates representing every aspect of your project.  We specialise in identifying every relevant technical report or plans that is best able to assist your project in securing approval.  This is not a “tick box” exercise; if it isn’t relevant or necessary for your project then we will let you know.