We work with developers, builders, building practitioners, certifiers, councils and remedial practitioners who need practical assistance navigating the NSW Planning Portal.
Navigating the NSW Planning Portal can feel overwhelming. We make the process smooth and hassle-free, whatever stage your project is at.
Here’s how we can help:
Assistance preparing, submitting and managing development applications, construction certificates, complying development certificates, occupation certificates and modifications.
Specialist support with Building Work cases, regulated designs and declarations, ITSOC applications, strata building bonds and related NSW Planning Portal requirements.
Review of existing NSW Planning Portal records for developers and builders, identifying setup or compliance issues and providing practical recommendations to keep projects progressing.
Tailored workshops, demonstrations, user guides and ongoing support for developers, builders and certifiers.
Other application types: we can also assist with Building Information Certificates, Section 68 applications, Roads Act applications and other NSW Planning Portal processes.
Our key area of expertise is managing complex applications on the NSW Planning Portal, specifically for Class 2, 3 and 9c developments. Here’s why clients choose us:
Extensive experience supporting and training developers, builders, certifiers, councils and departmental users.
Practical assistance with Class 2, 3 and 9c developments and other challenging NSW Planning Portal processes.
We explain what needs to happen, who is responsible and what your next step should be.
From initial setup and submission through to additional information requests and project close-out.
Contact us or send us details of your NSW Planning Portal issue.
We will review your requirements and explain the recommended approach, scope and cost.
Once approved, we will provide the agreed NSW Planning Portal assistance, training or project support.
Planning Portal Experts provides specialist assistance to businesses and practitioners using the NSW Planning Portal.
Led by Metin Izci, the business draws on extensive experience developing and delivering NSW Planning Portal training for developers, councils, certifiers and departmental staff. This practical knowledge allows us to identify issues quickly, explain complex requirements clearly and help clients manage their NSW Planning Portal obligations with confidence.
We specialise in complex applications and Class 2, 3 and 9c developments. We also work alongside town planners, certifiers and other project consultants when their professional input is required.
Our approach is straightforward: understand the issue, provide clear advice and help keep your project moving.
Get a quick insight into our services with these common queries.
Every project is unique, so costs vary. Contact us for a personalised, no-obligation quote.
Our fees cover the services listed in your proposal, which may include NSW Planning Portal guidance, application management, document coordination, audits or training. Any additional work will be discussed with you before proceeding.
Council, certifier and NSW Planning Portal application fees are not included. These fees are issued by and paid directly to the relevant organisation. Councils and certifiers will usually only lodge your application once their fees have been paid.
No. Applications are assessed by the relevant council or certifier. We help ensure your submission is complete, correctly managed and presented to a high standard, but the final decision rests with the assessing authority.
Planning Portal Experts specialises in NSW Planning Portal processes and application management. Where town planning or certification advice is required, we can work with your nominated consultant or refer you to an appropriate professional.
Yes. We guide you through the application process and help you meet your obligations under the relevant legislation, including the additional application types required under the Design and Building Practitioners Act and the Residential Apartment Buildings Act.
We will agree on a simple plan with you for receiving your documentation. With your permission, we can also liaise directly with your practitioners to obtain what is required.
You choose. We can manage any additional requests on your behalf and keep you informed throughout, or you can handle them yourself with our support.
Yes. We provide guidance tailored to remedial practitioners, whether you need to submit a Development Application, Complying Development Certificate or Construction Certificate application on the NSW Planning Portal for your remedial work.
