Under NSW law (the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979), any structure built or altered without the required permits is considered illegal.

StraightLine Planning offers comprehensive town planning services tailored to the unique needs of the Canterbury-Bankstown community. 

To be eligible for a granny flat under CDC, the property must be in an R1, R2, R3 or RU5 zone, be at least 450sqm in area and have a minimum 12m street frontage.

If you're planning a development in Sydney's Northern Beaches, StraightLine Planning is your trusted partner.

StraightLine Town Planning offers NSW’s most affordable Statements of Environmental Effects and Preliminary Planning Reports with 24-hour turnaround. All reports are prepared by experienced planners, never AI, backed by a proven track record of successful projects across the state.

A Section 4.55 Modification Application allows you to amend an approved development consent without starting the application process from scratch. Whether you need to make design changes, adjust operating hours or update conditions of consent, a well-prepared application can save both time and money.

“They didn’t just complete the DA—they explained every step and coordinated directly with our engineer and architect to achieve approval."

Here’s a comprehensive step-by-step guide to help you get your DA accepted, assessed, and approved without unnecessary setbacks.

The document can make or break your approval chances is the Statement of Environmental Effects (SEE).

The following new standards for shop top housing apply in Low and Mid-Rise Housing areas in R1 and R2 zones (where permitted)

Whether you're planning a minor renovation or a full-scale development, getting it right the first time can save you thousands.

If you're planning a residential or commercial project, you may want to know the cost of a DA in NSW.

If you're planning to develop, renovate or repurpose a site within the Central Coast Council area, StraightLine Planning is your expert partner.

Whether you live in a Low and Mid-Rise Housing area or a TOD zone, both zoning types can provide significant opportunity.

StraightLine Town Planning has successfully delivered Change of Use approvals for everything from retail stores and cafes to gyms, health clinics and professional offices. This breadth of experience means they understand the specific requirements and common hurdles in different sectors.

We specialise in granny flat and dual occupancy approvals, ensuring that homeowners and investors navigate council regulations with ease.

StraightLine Planning specialises in securing Commercial Change of Use approvals, ensuring businesses can legally operate.

StraightLine Planning has a proven track record of successfully obtaining Clause 4.6 approvals, helping clients unlock property potential.

At StraightLine Town Planning, our architectural drafting team specialises in creating high-quality drawings for residential renovations of all sizes. We work closely with homeowners, builders and designers to produce plans that meet both your vision and council requirements.

This guide explains what low and mid-rise housing is, how the policy changes existing planning controls, and more

StraightLine Planning offers comprehensive town planning services tailored to the unique needs of the Parramatta community. 

Essential Documents for Lodging a CDC Application Before your application can be processed, you'll need to gather the following key items.

The following new standards for multi-dwelling housing (terraces) apply in Low and Mid-Rise Housing areas in R1, R2, R3 and R4 zones

The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveals a dramatic swing in residential building approvals across New South Wales (NSW)