Planning Consultancy Profile

MG Planning is an urban planning consultancy operating from Drummoyne in New South Wales. The firm specialises in development assessment and environmental impact evaluation across the Sydney metropolitan area. The practice holds expertise in navigating NSW planning legislation including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

Development Assessment Services

The firm prepares development applications and assessments for projects ranging from local developments to major infrastructure. MG Planning works on State Significant Development applications under Part 4 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The practice also handles development advice and appeals processes through the Land and Environment Court system.

• State Significant Development applications and assessments
• Local development applications under council consent pathways
• Development advice for planning scheme compliance
• Land and Environment Court appeals and representation

Environmental and Strategic Planning

The practice carries out environmental impact assessments for development projects requiring detailed environmental analysis. MG Planning prepares Reviews of Environmental Factors for activities under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The firm also provides strategic planning advice for land use policy development and implementation.

• Environmental Impact Assessment preparation and review
• Reviews of Environmental Factors for infrastructure projects
• Strategic planning policy development and analysis
• Technical editing and document preparation services

Professional Experience and Management

The firm operates under the direction of planning professionals Nicola Gibson and Helena Miller, who bring established experience in NSW planning systems. MG Planning provides project management services to coordinate multi-disciplinary development teams. The practice maintains a track record of delivering planning projects within specified timeframes and budget parameters across various development sectors.

Service Coverage

MG Planning serves clients across New South Wales with particular focus on the Sydney metropolitan region. The firm works with government agencies, private developers, and community organisations on planning matters. The practice covers both metropolitan and regional NSW councils for development assessment and strategic planning projects.