Complete Planning Support — From Concept to Approval
TMA Planning
We are a boutique town planning consultancy dedicated to delivering clear, practical and outcome-focused planning advice for homeowners, architects, small developers, and local businesses across Greater Sydney.
Our team combines more than a decade of strategic planning experience within NSW local government with strong expertise in development assessment, GIS mapping, and policy interpretation. With backgrounds spanning senior strategic roles in Local Council and academic qualifications from the University of Sydney, we bring both practical insight and technical precision to every project.
We specialise in Development Applications, Section 4.55 Modifications, Clause 4.6 Variations, preliminary feasibility reviews, due diligence assessments, SEEs, and coordination of specialist reports. Our approach is grounded in transparency, responsiveness and a deep understanding of NSW planning frameworks.
Whether you are extending your home, preparing a DA, exploring redevelopment options or seeking clarity on planning controls, we provide tailored support to guide your project from concept to approval with confidence.
Our Services
Pre-Lodgement/Strategic Advice
Pre-purchase planning advice.
Preliminary planning assessments.
Due diligence analyses.
Site constraints and opportunities review.
Interpretation of relevant legislation, SEPPs, LEPs, and DCPs.
Advice regarding zoning permissibility and development feasibility.
Development Application (DA) Services
Preparation and drafting of Statements of Environmental Effects (SEE).
Preparation of Clause 4.6 Variation requests.
Coordination of specialist consultants (heritage, traffic, arborist, BASIX, etc.).
Documentation support for DAs for:
Residential alterations and additions.
Townhouses.
Multi-unit dwellings.
Commercial and mixed-use.
Industrial and warehouse.
Subdivision.
Retail and hospitality use, etc.
Modification Applications (Section 4.55)
Drafting Section 4.55 modification justification reports.
Assessment of changes against previous DA approvals.
Preparation of supporting documentation.
Rezoning/Planning Proposal Support
Preliminary reviews of rezonings.
Assistance with planning proposals.
Research and background analysis.
Preparation of supporting planning justification material.
Council Representation
Attendance at Council meetings, site meetings, and Pre-DA meetings on behalf of the Client.
Responding to Council requests for information.
Preparation of written responses to Council RFIs.
GIS and Mapping Service
Preparation of maps/plans for DAs, SEEs, and planning proposals.
Relevant spatial analysis.
Preparation of figures for reports and client presentations.