A quick, independent read on a property before you commit. It confirms the zone and the headline controls, whether your intended use is permissible, and the key constraints, with a clear summary and a recommended next step.
What the check covers
- Zoning and permitted uses.
- Height, floor space ratio and minimum lot size.
- Whether your intended use is permissible.
- Key constraints: heritage, flood, bushfire and easements.
- A clear summary and a recommended next step.
Who it's for
- Buyers who want a fast planning read before making an offer.
- Buyers' agents screening a property inside an offer window.
- Homeowners with a quick question about what a site allows.
Fee and turnaround
$450 fixed, typically delivered within 48 hours. If the property calls for the full picture before exchange, the Planning Check upgrades naturally into a Pre-Purchase Due Diligence report.
Common questions
What does STCA mean, and can a Planning Check test it?
STCA means "subject to council approval." When a listing advertises potential "STCA," it is a claim, not an approval. A Planning Check tests whether that claim actually stacks up against the controls that apply to the site, before you rely on it.
How fast is it?
A Planning Check is typically delivered within 48 hours, which is fast enough to work inside an offer window.
Do you lodge the development application?
No. BDK Planning is advisory only. A Planning Check is independent advice to inform your decision; we do not lodge DAs or prepare a Statement of Environmental Effects.
Related reading: What can I build on my property in NSW and Before you buy: the planning checklist.
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Send the property address and what you're trying to work out. We'll confirm the fixed fee and the turnaround before any work begins. There's no charge to enquire.
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