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Extension of Queensland’s Rooming Accommodation Provisions
December 1, 2025

Through the Planning Amendment Regulation 2025, Rooming Accommodation provisions for Queensland is now extended for a further 12 months, until 2 December 2026. This will support facilitation of rooming accommodation,…

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Expiry of temporary Rooming Accommodation provisions under the Queensland Planning Regulation
November 11, 2025

Temporary provisions for Rooming Accommodation under Schedule 6 of the Queensland Planning Regulation are set to expire on 2 December 2025. This will affect the approval and assessment process for…

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Ipswich City Plan 2025 Effective 1 July 2025
June 4, 2025

Ipswich City Council has adopted and will commence the Ipswich City Plan 2025 effective 1 July 2025. The new Planning Scheme will replace the current 2006 Ipswich Planning Scheme and…

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Queensland State Government Consultation on Proposed Changes to Planning Provisions for Secondary Dwellings
October 1, 2024

As part of streamlining Queensland’s development and construction process, the Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works is seeking feedback on the proposed design and siting requirements for…

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BCC – Brisbane Housing Supply Incentive Policy
October 30, 2023

Brisbane City Council has released the Brisbane Housing Supply Incentive Policy to help reduce infrastructure charges for certain needed housing types. The policy aims to reduce infrastructure charges and provide…

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BCC New Housing Action Plan
September 25, 2023

BCC plans to assist in the fast-tracking of new homes and improve housing affordability.   Under the Plan, Council will waive 50% – 75% of infrastructure charges for certain sized…

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Amendment of Planning Regulation 2017
July 31, 2023

The Planning Regulation 2017 has been amended and is now in force (28 July 2023) via the Planning Amendment Regulation 2023. The Amendment Regulation amends the Planning Regulation to: Give…

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Gold Coast City Plan Heritage Overlay Amendments
December 19, 2022

Gold Coast City Council is amending the City Plan, to include amendments to provisions relating to Local Heritage. A full list of the amendments can be found here. Council is inviting…

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Logan Charges Resolution (No.11) 2023
December 19, 2022

Logan City Council has adopted the Logan Charges Resolution (No.11) 2023 This will introduce new charges for Secondary Dwelling at the full rate of a Dual Occupancy and ups the…

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  • We cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism and expertise provided by Tracy Ryan and the team at PPlan. We engaged Tracy’s services after facing multiple complex breaches related to a property in Brisbane. These issues spanned a wide range of matters including land clearing, bushfire ratings, revegetation orders, OPW requirements, cut and fill works, slope stability, and more. Prior to working with PPlan, we had spent over a year with another town planner who had reached the limit of their capacity to assist. From the moment we engaged PPlan, it was clear we were dealing with a team of seasoned professionals who brought not only a deep knowledge of council regulations, planning laws, and legal requirements, but also a strategic, solutions-focused approach to resolving complex issues. Tracy Ryan, in particular, demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to achieving a positive outcome. Her attention to detail, relentless follow-up, comprehensive research, and clear communication set a new standard for professional service. Tracy’s ability to navigate difficult planning challenges with clarity, integrity, and determination was nothing short of exceptional. PPlan brought order and direction to what had previously felt like an impossible situation. Their fact-based, methodical approach and unwavering dedication gave us peace of mind and ultimately led to a successful resolution. In a time where genuine, client-focused service can be hard to find, PPlan stands out as a rare and exceptional business. We continue to recommend them to others without hesitation and remain deeply grateful for the incredible support and results they delivered.

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  • Jeremy and the PPlan team inherited my job from a company that went into liquidation. They jumped in and sorted out the mess left behind and have been nothing but fantastic. It’s been a complicated job from the start and they navigated through keeping in constant communication and being the shining light through a very difficult process with my council. 1000% recommend and would use again in a heart beat, thanks again Jeremy.

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  • We cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism and expertise provided by Tracy Ryan and the team at PPlan. We engaged Tracy’s services after facing multiple complex breaches related to a property in Brisbane. These issues spanned a wide range of matters including land clearing, bushfire ratings, revegetation orders, OPW requirements, cut and fill works, slope stability, and more. Prior to working with PPlan, we had spent over a year with another town planner who had reached the limit of their capacity to assist. From the moment we engaged PPlan, it was clear we were dealing with a team of seasoned professionals who brought not only a deep knowledge of council regulations, planning laws, and legal requirements, but also a strategic, solutions-focused approach to resolving complex issues. Tracy Ryan, in particular, demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to achieving a positive outcome. Her attention to detail, relentless follow-up, comprehensive research, and clear communication set a new standard for professional service. Tracy’s ability to navigate difficult planning challenges with clarity, integrity, and determination was nothing short of exceptional. PPlan brought order and direction to what had previously felt like an impossible situation. Their fact-based, methodical approach and unwavering dedication gave us peace of mind and ultimately led to a successful resolution. In a time where genuine, client-focused service can be hard to find, PPlan stands out as a rare and exceptional business. We continue to recommend them to others without hesitation and remain deeply grateful for the incredible support and results they delivered.

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    September 23, 2025
  • We cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism and expertise provided by Tracy Ryan and the team at PPlan. We engaged Tracy’s services after facing multiple complex breaches related to a property in Brisbane. These issues spanned a wide range of matters including land clearing, bushfire ratings, revegetation orders, OPW requirements, cut and fill works, slope stability, and more. Prior to working with PPlan, we had spent over a year with another town planner who had reached the limit of their capacity to assist. From the moment we engaged PPlan, it was clear we were dealing with a team of seasoned professionals who brought not only a deep knowledge of council regulations, planning laws, and legal requirements, but also a strategic, solutions-focused approach to resolving complex issues. Tracy Ryan, in particular, demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to achieving a positive outcome. Her attention to detail, relentless follow-up, comprehensive research, and clear communication set a new standard for professional service. Tracy’s ability to navigate difficult planning challenges with clarity, integrity, and determination was nothing short of exceptional. PPlan brought order and direction to what had previously felt like an impossible situation. Their fact-based, methodical approach and unwavering dedication gave us peace of mind and ultimately led to a successful resolution. In a time where genuine, client-focused service can be hard to find, PPlan stands out as a rare and exceptional business. We continue to recommend them to others without hesitation and remain deeply grateful for the incredible support and results they delivered.

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  • Jeremy and the PPlan team inherited my job from a company that went into liquidation. They jumped in and sorted out the mess left behind and have been nothing but fantastic. It’s been a complicated job from the start and they navigated through keeping in constant communication and being the shining light through a very difficult process with my council. 1000% recommend and would use again in a heart beat, thanks again Jeremy.

    David Sinclair Avatar David Sinclair
    April 11, 2025
  • Jeremy and the PPlan team inherited my job from a company that went into liquidation. They jumped in and sorted out the mess left behind and have been nothing but fantastic. It’s been a complicated job from the start and they navigated through keeping in constant communication and being the shining light through a very difficult process with my council. 1000% recommend and would use again in a heart beat, thanks again Jeremy.

    David Sinclair Avatar David Sinclair
    April 11, 2025
  • Honestly - you cannot get more professional help with their advice and their knowledge - they are outstanding and excellent and truly do exceed a person's expectations with their professionalism

    Ja a Avatar Ja a
    June 10, 2024
  • Parker and Blair were very professional, friendly, easy to deal with and sorted out all my town planning requirements for our new project. Highly recommended!

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    April 26, 2024
  • I am impressed by James for his professionalism and prompt service that he has provided to me related to a Town Planner enquiry. Highly recommended....!!!

    Bibs Mark Avatar Bibs Mark
    May 4, 2022
  • Jeremy from PPlan was in charge of our home build DA in Tweed. He was an absolute pleasure to deal with and kept us in the loop at every stage. He was continuously chasing things up for us and keeping the council on their toes. PPlan and Jeremy were so good we are utilising them for our further works - fence pool and deck later this year. Extremely happy with the service we received and very thankful they made the home build process so much easier for us. Thanks again guys! Jez and Beth

    Jay P Avatar Jay P
    February 13, 2022
  • Jeremy from PPlan was in charge of our home build DA in Tweed. He was an absolute pleasure to deal with and kept us in the loop at every stage. He was continuously chasing things up for us and keeping the council on their toes. PPlan and Jeremy were so good we are utilising them for our further works - fence pool and deck later this year. Extremely happy with the service we received and very thankful they made the home build process so much easier for us. Thanks again guys! Jez and Beth

    Jay P Avatar Jay P
    February 13, 2022