David Carey Town Planning and Development

David Carey Town Planning and Development is a specialist town planning consultancy based in Sydney. The firm operates across New South Wales with particular focus on the Campbelltown, Camden and Macarthur regions. David Carey established the practice to provide development approvals expertise across residential, commercial and industrial projects.

Planning Services and Approvals

The firm prepares Development Applications under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 including Statement of Environmental Effects and Clause 4.6 variation requests. Services cover rezoning applications through planning proposals, State Significant Development projects and resolution of unauthorised development matters. The practice provides Land and Environment Court advice and expert witness services for planning disputes.

• Development feasibility studies and concept design review
• Environmental impact assessment and review of environmental factors
• Local Environmental Plan and Development Control Plan preparation
• Master planning and subdivision certificate applications
• Plans of management for parks and community facilities

Experience and Qualifications

The practice draws on over 15 years of experience across local government, state government, development industry and private consulting roles. David Carey holds a Bachelor of Planning with Honours from the University of NSW and authored the publication "Understanding Local Government and Town Planning in NSW". This background provides understanding of both client requirements and regulatory expectations throughout the approvals process.

Service Coverage Areas

The firm serves clients across New South Wales with established networks in Sydney metropolitan councils. Primary coverage includes the Campbelltown, Camden and Macarthur regions where the practice has developed expertise in local planning frameworks and council procedures. The firm also handles State Significant Development applications processed through the Department of Planning and Environment.

Project Management and Advisory

The practice provides project management services coordinating development approvals with construction and delivery timelines. Services include pre-lodgement meetings with councils, managing submission responses and coordinating consultant teams. The firm maintains a planning blog providing updates on legislative changes and development industry trends affecting NSW projects.