Services
Navigating council approvals can be complex. At Equinox Town Planning, we help property owners, developers, and architects secure planning permits across Melbourne with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're planning a residential development, subdivision, or renovation, our experienced team manages the process from start to finish — minimising delays and maximising your chances of approval.
Site Feasibility
Understand what can be developed before committing to a site. We assess zoning, overlays, planning controls, and potential constraints to determine what is realistically achievable, helping you avoid costly purchases or unsuitable development decisions.
Subdivision Application
We assess your site, prepare and manage your subdivision application, and handle all council processes including lodgement, referrals and approvals to reduce risk and achieve faster subdivision outcomes.
Planning Permit Application
We manage the full approval process from start to finish preparing and lodging your application, coordinating consultants, liaising with council, responding to requests for further information, and negotiating conditions through to approval.
VCAT Representation
If a permit is refused or conditions are disputed, we review your options, prepare and attend the compulsory conference, and if needed prepare hearing materials and represent you at VCAT.
Why Equinox Town Planning
Typical Planners
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React to council issues
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Focus on lodgement only
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Fix problems late
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Generic advice
Equinox Town Planner
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Identify risks early
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Focus on feasibility & outcome
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Prevent issues before submission
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Clear development strategy
We work differently to traditional town planning consultants.
Instead of reacting to issues during the approval process, we focus on identifying risks early and giving clear direction before you commit to a site or design.
This leads to faster decisions, fewer delays, and more predictable approval outcomes.
