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Have you received a council notice about a development proposal within your street?

If you’ve seen a sign or letter concerning a development application near your home, by law council must consult the public before making a decision. While new developments can sometimes lift the status of a street, they can also become a huge detraction if designed with a silo mentality. Too often, homeowners discover issues with a development application (DA) all-too-late after council has already granted approval.

What are the risks of preparing an objection without a town planner?

Much like self-representing in court, challenging a DA without professional guidance can leave neighbours at a critical disadvantage. Developers and even mum and dad renovators often engage town planners to prepare persuasive submissions, making it difficult for unrepresented neighbours to be heard.iObject levels the playing field. Our planners, overseen by Principal Town Planner, Matthew Powell (B.