What This Firm Does

Hill PDA is a specialist planning economics consultancy operating across New South Wales and Victoria since 1989. The firm bridges the gap between town planning, economics and property advisory services to deliver independent solutions for complex urban development challenges. Hill PDA serves government entities, developers, landowners and investors through its Sydney headquarters and Melbourne office.

Planning and Economic Services

The practice provides strategic planning advice that incorporates economic analysis and commercial intelligence for development projects. Hill PDA prepares feasibility studies, retail impact assessments and economic development strategies that comply with planning legislation including the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The team conducts site-specific investigations, regional planning framework development and social infrastructure planning to support development applications and policy formulation.

Property Economics and Valuation

Hill PDA operates a dedicated property economics division that delivers valuation services, econometric modelling and market analysis. The firm prepares retail expenditure modelling, employment land demand studies and affordable housing policy advice for both public and private sector clients. The practice works with local councils and state government agencies to develop value capture mechanisms for community infrastructure funding.

Experience and Innovation

The firm holds 35 years of industry experience and has developed EstateMaster, recognised as the industry standard feasibility modelling software. Hill PDA carries out work for government entities across multiple jurisdictions and has contributed to affordable housing policy development and retail econometric advancement. The practice operates with a team of qualified planners, geographers, land economists and valuers who bring diverse professional backgrounds to project delivery.

Service Areas

Hill PDA covers New South Wales and Victoria through its Sydney and Melbourne offices. The firm serves metropolitan and regional councils, state government departments and private sector clients across both jurisdictions. The practice works on projects ranging from local development applications to state-significant developments and regional planning strategies.