Consult Planning provides town planning services across Queensland from its Brisbane base

Consult Planning is a specialist town planning consultancy that operates throughout South East Queensland and regional areas. The firm opened in 2012 and draws on more than 25 years of industry experience. The practice works with clients on development projects of all scales, from residential extensions to large commercial and industrial developments.

The firm prepares development applications under the Planning Act 2016

Development application preparation forms the core service offering, with expertise covering residential, commercial and industrial projects. The practice handles property subdivisions through the three-stage process and provides due diligence services for site acquisition and property transactions. Environmental authority applications for environmentally relevant activities represent another specialty area. Additional services include statutory permits for signage and occupancy approvals, plus advocacy work on various town planning matters.

The practice holds RiskSMART accreditation with multiple Queensland councils

RiskSMART accreditation operates with Brisbane City Council since 2005 and Logan City Council since 2013, enabling fast-track development approvals in as little as five business days for eligible projects. The firm maintains professional indemnity insurance coverage of $10 million and public liability insurance of $20 million. Director Aaron Sweet brings qualified town planning expertise and recognition for problem-solving skills in the Queensland development assessment system.

Service areas cover South East Queensland councils and regional locations

The consultancy regularly submits applications to councils throughout South East Queensland including Brisbane City Council, Logan City Council, and City of Gold Coast. Regional Queensland projects are undertaken across various council areas. The firm uses electronic lodgement systems and digital communication methods to serve clients efficiently across these geographic areas.

Project types span residential through to major commercial developments

• Residential projects including house renovations, extensions and townhouse developments
• Commercial developments such as service stations, fast food outlets and retail facilities
• Childcare centres and educational facility developments