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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

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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.



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Applications


Development Applications 

 

Construction Certificates 

 

Building Information Certificates

 

Occupation Certificates

 

Subdivision Certificates

 

Complying Development Certificates

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Expert Advice


Pre-Purchase Reports

 

Pre-Development Advice 

 

Planning Approval Advice

 

Planning Objections

 

Concept Development

 

Sustainable Development

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Planning Proposals/Rezoning

 

Preliminary Risk Assessments

 

Planning Proposals

 

Partner Engagement

 

Stakeholder Involvement

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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.


Get Started Today


Ready to bring your project to life? Contact Sky Planning for expert town planning services in NSW. Whether you’re in Sydney, the Hunter, or beyond, we’re here to simplify council approvals and deliver results.

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.


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