Expert Town Planning Services in NSW
About
At Sky we're on a mission to activate regenerative and meaningful urban spaces, where nature can flourish and all people can thrive.
We work consistently to deliver honest, efficient and friendly service that gets the job done.
We treat each project as our own.
We aim to delight all stakeholders with innovative and creative solutions.
Our values of integrity, care and commitment define everything we do.At Sky Planning we help developers bring their vision to life by guiding them through the minefield of the government approval process to get their development approved.
We partner with our clients, becoming a part of their development team to understand their vision, business objectives, and market opportunities. We consider market, financial, political and historical conditions as a way to guide a project’s design.
About
At Sky we're on a mission to activate regenerative and meaningful urban spaces, where nature can flourish and all people can thrive.
We work consistently to deliver honest, efficient and friendly service that gets the job done.
We treat each project as our own.
We aim to delight all stakeholders with innovative and creative solutions.
Our values of integrity, care and commitment define everything we do.
Smart Solutions
We specialise in helping developers make more informed property decisions at each phase of the development process, ensuring each project receives professional planning advice and project management for a successful result.
Whether it’s a small or large scale project, our client focused approach ensures we consistently exceed our clients’ expectations.
We combine the broad experience and technical depth of a large international firm with the kind of direct, active, personal service found only in smaller firms.
Sky Planning – Delivering above and beyond.
We specialise in helping developers make more informed property decisions at each phase of the development process, ensuring each project receives professional planning advice and project management for a successful result.
Whether it’s a small or large scale project, our client focused approach ensures we consistently exceed our clients’ expectations.
We combine the broad experience and technical depth of a large international firm with the kind of direct, active, personal service found only in smaller firms.
Sky Planning – Delivering above and beyond.
Smart Solutions
Plan It
Sky Planning provides expert town planning services and council approvals across NSW.
We specialise in creating regenerative urban spaces where nature thrives and communities flourish. From development applications to innovative project solutions, our honest, efficient, and friendly team treats your project like our own—ensuring success with integrity and care.
Based in , Sydney, we serve clients across NSW, from Byron, to Parkes to Wollongong.
We offer comprehensive town planning services tailored to your needs:
- Development Applications (DAs): We prepare and lodge DAs, ensuring compliance with local council requirements.
- Council Approvals: We streamline approvals for residential, commercial, and government projects.
- Rezoning & Planning Proposals: We guide you through complex zoning changes with strategic advice.
- Feasibility Studies: We assess project viability to maximise outcomes.
- Stakeholder Engagement: We collaborate with councils, architects, and developers to align goals.
Our approach blends innovation with practicality, delivering town planning solutions that stand out in NSW.
Our Town Planning Services
Council Approvals Made Simple
Approvals in NSW made easy—here’s how:
- Initial Consultation: We assess your project and outline requirements.
- Documentation: We compile robust applications, including reports and plans.
- Council Liaison: We negotiate with councils to resolve issues fast.
- Approval Delivery: We secure your approval, keeping you informed at every step.
Sectors We Serve
We support a range of clients across NSW:
- Residential: Homeowners and small developers seeking DAs or extensions.
- Commercial: Businesses needing approvals for offices, retail, or industrial sites.
- Government: Local councils and agencies planning sustainable urban growth.
- Property Developers: Large-scale projects requiring rezoning or feasibility expertise.
Smart Solutions
We work across all sectors of property development including commercial, retail, industrial, film & tv, and residential.
We are a Sydney based firm and work with all local councils within NSW. We also have capabilities in VIC and QLD and service all councils in these states.
Reports
Statement of Environmental Effects
CDC planning reports
Review of Environmental Factors (REF)
Environmental Impact Statement
Clause 4.6 Statements

Applications
Development Applications
Construction Certificate
Building Information Certificate
Occupation Certificate
Subdivision Certificate
Complying Development Certificate
Expert Advice
Pre-Purchase Reports
Pre-Development Advice
Town Planning Advice Objections
Concept development
Sustainable development
Planning Proposals/Rezoning
Preliminary risk assessments
Planning Proposal preparation
Partner Engagement
Stakeholder involvement
Community Engagement
Strategic advice
Project positioning and key messages
Key stakeholder identification and catchment mapping
Development of communication strategy
Risk profiling, surveys and focus groups
Media strategy and project website development
Monitoring project media
Monitoring and managing social media content
Data analysis on the community response to the project
Fostering ongoing community relationships
Building community support
Activating posit
Project Management
Project Lead
Consultant engagement
Project Management
Tendering
Reports
Statement of Environmental Effects
CDC planning reports
Review of Environmental Factors (REF)
Environmental Impact Statement
Clause 4.6 Statements
Applications
Development Applications
Construction Certificate
Building Information Certificate
Occupation Certificate
Subdivision Certificate
Complying Development Certificate
We work across all sectors of property development including commercial, retail, industrial, film & tv, and residential.
We are a Sydney based firm and work with all local councils within NSW. We also have capabilities in VIC and QLD and service all councils in these states.

Applications
Development Applications
Construction Certificates
Building Information Certificates
Occupation Certificates
Subdivision Certificates
Complying Development Certificates

Expert Advice
Pre-Purchase Reports
Pre-Development Advice
Planning Approval Advice
Planning Objections
Concept Development
Sustainable Development

Planning Proposals/Rezoning
Preliminary Risk Assessments
Planning Proposals
Partner Engagement
Stakeholder Involvement

Community Engagement
Project positioning and key messages
Key stakeholder identification
Communication strategy
Surveys and focus groups
Media strategy
Project website development
Building community support
Project Management
Project Lead
Consultant Engagement
Project Management
Tendering
Reports
Statement of Environmental Effects
CDC Planning Reports
Review of Environmental Factors
Environmental Impact Statement
Clause 4.6 Statements
Applications
Development Applications
Construction Certificates
Building Information Certificates
Occupation Certificates
Subdivision Certificates
Complying Development Certificates
Expert Advice
Pre-Purchase Reports
Pre-Development Advice
Planning Approval Advice
Planning Objections
Concept Development
Sustainable Development
Planning Proposals/Rezoning
Preliminary Risk Assessments
Planning Proposals
Partner Engagement
Stakeholder Involvement
Why Choose Sky Planning?
- Regenerative Focus: We design urban spaces that prioritise sustainability and nature—unlike traditional planning firms.
- Expertise: Led by Melissa Neighbour, with over 20 years in town planning, we bring unmatched insight to every project.
- Proven Results: Discover how we streamlined commercial approvals in Manly—efficient and stress-free - Testimonials
- Personalised Care: We treat your project as our own, delighting stakeholders with creative solutions.
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Our Services
- Development Applications
- Sustainable Development
- Specialist Disability Accommodation
- CDC Planning Reports
- Objections
- Exceptions to Development Standards (Clause 4.6)
- Construction (CC), Occupation (OC) & Subdivision Certificates (SC)
- Planning Policy Amendments
- Public Engagement
- Company to Strata Title Conversions
We work across all sectors of property development including commercial, retail, industrial, film & tv, and residential.
We are a Sydney based firm and work with all local councils within NSW. We also have capabilities in VIC and QLD and service all councils in these states.