What This Firm Does

Daly Smith Pty Ltd is a multidisciplinary land development consultancy operating across the Central Coast, Newcastle and Hunter regions of New South Wales since 1980. The firm provides integrated land surveying, civil engineering and town planning services from offices in Morisset and Broadmeadow. The practice specialises in residential and commercial development projects ranging from two-lot subdivisions to large multi-stage developments.

Town Planning Services

The firm provides strategic planning advisory services to secure development approvals under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The practice prepares development applications and manages the council approval process for residential, commercial and industrial projects. Planning services include:

• Development applications and council liaison
• Statement of Environmental Effects preparation
• Rezoning proposals and planning strategy
• Local Environmental Plan interpretation and compliance

Civil Engineering and Surveying

The team delivers civil engineering design services focused on infrastructure development and subdivision works. The firm operates as Hunter Water Corporation accredited designers for water and sewer infrastructure projects. Engineering and surveying capabilities include:

• Stormwater drainage design and flood management
• Road, pavement and driveway design
• Identification surveys and boundary definition
• Detail and level surveys using current geospatial technology
• Sewer reticulation and water main extensions

Experience and Accreditations

The practice holds over 40 years of local experience in the Central Coast and Hunter regions. The firm maintains Hunter Water Corporation accreditation for water and sewer design services. The team has delivered projects for government, private and commercial clients including multi-lot subdivisions and major infrastructure works across Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Maitland and Cessnock council areas.

Service Areas

Daly Smith operates throughout New South Wales with particular focus on the Central Coast, Newcastle, Hunter Valley and Lake Macquarie regions. The practice serves council areas including Lake Macquarie City Council, Newcastle City Council, Central Coast Council, Port Stephens Council, Maitland City Council and Cessnock City Council. The firm maintains active project delivery across both metropolitan and regional locations within these service boundaries.