Planning support for Commercial & Office Fitout projects across Victoria.

We partner with fitout companies to streamline the planning permit process.

Planning advice and permit application services for Commercial & Office Fitout businesses

Confirming Permit Requirements
We meticulously assess your proposed commercial or office fitout against local planning schemes to determine if a planning permit is required. This includes interpreting zoning and overlay controls and identifying potential exemptions under relevant clauses eg. Clause 62 (uses not requiring a permit) or Clause 34 (Commercial Zones).
Preparation of Planning Permit Applications
Our team expertly prepares and submits comprehensive planning permit applications. This includes crafting detailed written reports, compiling necessary plans and elevations, addressing decision guidelines, and managing any required referrals to authorities like heritage or traffic departments.
Strategic Planning Advice
We provide insightful advice on how to strategically design your fitout to avoid or minimise the need for a planning permit. This includes guidance on advertising signage, external works, and changes of use, as well as exploring opportunities for fast-tracked approvals through VicSmart where applicable.
Navigating Council Processes
We act as your dedicated liaison with Council planning officers throughout the application process. This includes arranging pre-application meetings to clarify requirements and efficiently responding to any Requests for Further Information (RFIs) to ensure a smooth progression.

Addressing Compliance Matters
If your existing fitout was undertaken without the necessary permits, we can assist in lodging retrospective approval applications. We also provide guidance to ensure compliance with occupancy certificates and food premise registration requirements within commercial tenancies.
Signage Permits
We offer expert advice on business identification signage and can prepare and lodge separate or combined signage permit applications in accordance with Clause 52.05 of the planning scheme.
Change of Use Applications
Where your fitout is linked to a material change of use requiring a permit (such as converting an office to a medical centre), we prepare all necessary supporting documentation to facilitate the approval process.
Collaboration with Consultants
We work seamlessly with your architects, building surveyors, and certifiers to ensure that all planning compliance aspects are fully aligned with building regulations and code requirements, providing a holistic approach to your fitout project.

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Benefits of Commercial Fitout Companies using a Planning Consultant

Integrating AS Planning’s expert town planning advice into your services can significantly enhance your due diligence, mitigate risks, and provide unparalleled value to your clients.

Expedited Planning Processes to Meet Tight Deadlines

Our efficient and knowledgeable approach helps streamline planning-related aspects, ensuring smoother and faster fitout.

Mitigation of Potential Planning Issues Before They Arise

Early identification of planning constraints and potential hurdles prevents costly delays and complications down the line.

Enhanced Service Offerings for Your Clients

By partnering with us, you provide a more comprehensive and proactive service, increasing client satisfaction and trust.

Fitout companies across Victoria trust AS Planning for reliable, responsive, and results-driven planning services. Explore our Google reviews and see why AS Planning is the preferred consultant for your next commercial fitout.

Skills & Qualifications

Andrew has a Bachelor of Applied Science – Planning. He is a strong communicator when it comes to community consultation, as well as engaging with project stakeholders and authority consultation.

Experience

Andrew has over 20 years of experience in both private and public town planning, including working in local government. He has extensive knowledge of Council processes.

Network of specialists

Support your planning permit application through surveys and assessments from our specialist partners, including expertise in Urban design, Landscape architecture, Flora and fauna, as well as Civil and traffic engineering.

Planning support for Commercial & Office Fitout projects across Victoria.

We partner with fitout companies to streamline the planning permit process.

Planning advice and permit application services for Commercial & Office Fitout businesses

Confirming Permit Requirements

Preparation of Planning Permit Applications

Strategic Planning Advice

Navigating Council Processes

Addressing Compliance Matters

Signage Permits

Change of Use Applications

Collaboration with Consultants

Benefits of Commercial Fitout Companies using a Planning Consultant

Integrating AS Planning’s expert town planning advice into your services can significantly enhance your due diligence, mitigate risks, and provide unparalleled value to your clients.

Expedited Planning Processes to Meet Tight Deadlines

Mitigation of Potential Planning Issues Before They Arise

Enhanced Service Offerings for Your Clients

Fitout companies across Victoria trust AS Planning for reliable, responsive, and results-driven planning services. Explore our Google reviews and see why AS Planning is the preferred consultant for your next commercial fitout.

Skills & Qualifications

Experience

Network of specialists

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