Brisbane City Council – New tools for accessing Planning and Building Information
We are excited that BCC (Brisbane City Council) has released new tools for accessing planning and building information, including new search tools for City Plan and the release of Development.i…
Low Rise Housing Diversity Code and Development of Medium Density Housing in NSW
Since 1 July 2020, the Low Rise Housing Diversity Code specified in the State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 (the Codes SEPP) has been operational across…
NSW First Home Buyers – Now is a great time to consider your DA
The NSW Government has just announced a temporary pause in stamp duty for new homes under $800,000 for first home buyers. HIA has welcomed this construction boost initiative and believes…
BCC Initiatives for the Building and Construction Industry from 1 July 2020
Brisbane City Council is offering a range of free and discounted services and financial incentives until 30 Sep 2020 to stimulate new building and construction, including smaller scale projects. Do…
Central Coast Council Development Contribution Plans amended to include Secondary Dwellings
Developer contributions now apply to Secondary Dwellings across the whole of the Council Area. In the former Gosford Area contributions are levied based on the size of the dwelling….
Blacktown City Council Accepting Electronic Lodgements of Development Consent Applications
Blacktown City Council will now accept electronic lodgements of Development Consent applications, in light of the current conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a welcome trend in the…
Services to our valued clients during COVID-19 pandemic
Dear Clients PPLAN will continue to provide services to our valued clients during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have sufficient staff, technology and systems so we can continue to provide services…
Amendments to Moreton Bay Planning Scheme Effective 29 January 2020
Some major amendments to the Moreton Bay Planning Scheme came into effect on 29 January 2020. Notable amendments include a requirement for secondary dwellings to provide a minimum of one…
Traditional Character Housing Design Guidelines Released | Brisbane City Council
Brisbane City Council has released new Traditional character housing design guidelines. For more information see the link below on Council’s website Brisbane City Council’s Traditional Character Housing Design Guidelines …
