What Octagon Planning Does

Octagon Planning is a town planning consultancy operating from Glen Innes in the New England region of New South Wales. The firm provides statutory and strategic planning services alongside heritage consultancy and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design assessments. The practice serves homeowners, developers and local authorities across regional New South Wales.

Town Planning and Development Services

The firm prepares development applications and associated documentation under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Planning services include statutory planning advice, strategic planning guidance, and development assessment support. The practice assists clients with residential, commercial and mixed-use development proposals across various council areas in regional NSW.

Heritage and CPTED Specialisations

Octagon Planning holds registered heritage consultant status and prepares Statements of Heritage Impact for developments affecting heritage items or conservation areas. The firm carries out Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design assessments, with both directors completing the NSW Police Safer by Design course. CPTED reporting services have been provided since 2012, addressing security and safety considerations in development design.

Experience and Qualifications

The practice operates with over 30 years of combined experience spanning public and private sectors. The team has worked across local government, state government, and metropolitan and regional contexts. This background includes direct experience with council operations and regulatory processes throughout New South Wales.

Service Coverage Area

The firm serves the New England region and broader areas of regional New South Wales. Service delivery covers rural and regional council areas where local planning expertise and heritage assessment capabilities are required. The practice provides consultation services across diverse geographic locations within the state.