Cityshire Planning

Cityshire Planning is a town planning consultancy specialising in VCAT advocacy and development facilitation.  It is based in Melbourne’s north-west suburbs and has a proven track record of excellence extending over the past 16 years. With more than 500 VCAT Hearings under its belt and a proven record of success, Cityshire Planning has a superior knowledge of the statutory planning system and the appeals process. Cityshire’s Director, Russell Hocking, has lived in Melbourne’s north-west all his life and has a strong commitment to the continued growth and economic success of these suburbs. As part of this commitment Cityshire Planning works with architects, designers, developers, builders and homeowners to develop advocacy strategies that deliver permits.

Cityshire Planning’s offer includes personalised service, tenacious advocacy, considered advice and courageous representation.  Cityshire’s intolerance of bureaucracy and determined approach has earned it a hard earned yet formidable reputation within the planning industry.

Cityshire Planning’s philosophy centres on facilitating appropriate development outcomes that provide efficient residential developments, new homes and comfortable additions to existing dwellings.

Working across a range of residential and commercial developments ensures experience and expertise for your next project