We provide a range of services to assist with the development application and complying development process, from initial advice to providing reports and certification to accompany development proposals.
“Although I’m a design professional, I also needed an extra level of skill above that which I’m able to offer to ease my project through the DA process. Damian helped me do just that with a high level of experience, advice and decisive action. Highly recommended.”
Darren Palmer
Interior Designer & Judge on The Block
We work collaboratively and deliver a range of services. Planning for the future and protecting the past, we are experienced and have a passion for the built environment and heritage places.
We assist individuals, architects and developers by providing town planning and heritage advice, engaging with Council to resolve issues, preparing reports and other documents to accompany development applications, and lodging development applications with Councils. We also assist with Complying Development Certificates and provide reports in relation to those proposals.
Considerable experience has been gained working in Central Sydney, the Inner West and Eastern Suburbs of Sydney, but we also service NSW wide.
Since 2003 we have provided expertise and have grown to be one of the most versatile town planning and heritage consultancies in Sydney with a diverse portfolio of projects.
Over 25 years of town planning experience, working on behalf of the public and private sectors, has resulted in the ability to provide honest and sound town planning advice. We have first hand experience in working for various Councils in the Inner Sydney area and across NSW.
We provide specialist advice and reports in relation to building works to heritage items and to buildings within heritage conservation areas. Particular experience has been gained working for and on behalf of several inner Sydney Councils to provide heritage advice or Heritage Impact Statements.
We provide town planning advice and reports to both the public and private sectors, for a range of development proposals. Extensive experience has been gained in town planning matters, and we can assist with the following:
Specialist experience has been gained in dealing with heritage related matters in both the UK and Australia. Our specialists provide advice and written reports relating to heritage items and sites within heritage conservation areas. We can assist with the following:
We have significant experience dealing with development proposals relating to both new houses and alterations to existing houses. Building or renovating?
We have assisted hundreds of businesses in getting the correct approval from Councils and are aware of Council requirements. Discover how we can help your business.
Since 2003, Damian O’Toole Town Planning and Heritage Services has been helping Sydney homeowners, businesses and developers navigate the approvals process with confidence. Certified planners, ex-council staff, and specialist heritage knowledge — all under one roof.
We are certified town planners by The Planning Institute Australia. Using a certified planner ensures expert up to date knowledge.
Consequently we have experience and knowledge dealing with Sydney Councils. Don’t jeopardise your development proposals. Choose local.
Call us for a discussion about your development. We are happy to assist.
We deal with town planning and heritage matters. No other company can offer these two skill-sets to our level. Often planning and heritage matters are closely connected with inner Sydney development proposals. Knowledge of both of these disciplines is invaluable.
We work on all types of developments from alterations to existing dwellings to new housing and residential flat buildings. We have also assisted hundreds of start up businesses with their developments.
Our staff are ex-council and understand the processes and expectations of Council. We have worked at City of Sydney, Waverley, Woollahra, Bayside and Inner West Councils. We also regularly undertake work for Councils for Council development proposals.
Damian O’Toole Town Planning and Heritage Services was formed in 2003 by Damian O’Toole, after gaining experience working for various Councils in Sydney and London.
Experience has been gained in a wide range of development proposals including small scale residential development to large scale commercial, industrial and mixed use development proposals.
A collaborative approach to ensuring appropriate development is achieved is our driving motivation. Our clients include individuals, architects, developers and Councils.
Whether you’re planning a renovation, building a new home, or developing a commercial property, we’re here to help. Contact us today for a free initial consultation.
0413 031 971
