TOWN PLANNING | HERITAGE | BASIX
Our multi disciplinary approach together with extensive experience results in us being in a unique position to assist with development proposals. Our office is located in Surry Hills.
TOWN PLANNING
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.
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HERITAGE
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.
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BUILDING SUSTAINABILITY
Our staff are accredited members of the Australian Building Sustainability Association (ABSA) and are trained in providing high quality BASIX and BCA Section J reports. We always seek to provide advice that will allow for the highest possible energy ratings and performance at reasonable construction costs.
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WHAT WE DO
TOWN PLANNING
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:
- Development Applications and Modifications
- Statement of Environmental Effects
- Review of Environmental Factors
- Lodgement and Management of Applications with Council
- Town Planning Advice
- Clause 4.6 Submissions to Vary Planning Rules
- Unauthorised Building Works
- Feasibility Studies and Due Diligence Reports
- Town Planning Services to Local Government
HERITAGE
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:
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Heritage Impact Statements
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Heritage Advice
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Feasibility Studies
- Heritage Advice and Reports for Local Government Development Proposals
- Design Advice
- Conservation Area Studies
- Historical Land Titles Studies
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
- Building Sustainability Reports
- BASIX Certificates
- NATHERS certificates for BASIX
- Thermal Ratings for Development
- Section J Reports for Commercial Developments
OTHER REPORTS
- Crime Prevention Through Environmental Effects (CPTED)
- Plans of Management for Gyms, Cafes and Late Opening Premises
- Waste Management Reports
HOME OWNERS
We have significant experience dealing with development proposals relating to both new houses and alterations to existing houses. Building or renovating?
BUSINESS OWNERS
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.
WHY CHOOSE US
CERTIFIED PLANNERS
We are certified town planners by The Planning Institute Australia. Using a certified planner ensures expert up to date knowledge.
WE ARE BASED IN SYDNEY
Consequently we have experience and knowledge dealing with Sydney Councils. Don’t jeopardise your development proposals. Choose local.
FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION
Call us for a discussion about your development. We are happy to assist.
TOWN PLANNING AND HERITAGE KNOWLEDGE
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.
NO JOB TOO SMALL
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.
EX-COUNCIL STAFF
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.
‘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 AND JUDGE ON ‘THE BLOCK’ TV SERIES
‘We have worked with Damian and his team for many years and always found them to be reliable and responsive. We have worked on a wide variety of projects and will do so in the future. I would recommend.’
BKA ARCHITECTURE
‘Our experience was excellent and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them in the future.’
PATRICK KEANE, ENTER PROJECTS
PROFESSIONAL ADVICE FOR ALL DEVELOPMENTS
ABOUT US
Damian O’Toole Town Planning (DOTP Pty Ltd) 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.
