Do I need a town planner?
Written by Clayton Bielby
Updated at March 31st, 2025
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Answer:
Most customers do not need a town planner if their site qualifies for a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) — which Expandify can manage internally.
You may need a town planner if:
- Your site is in a complex planning zone
- You’re applying for a Development Application (DA)
- Your council requires detailed justification reports
- Your property has sensitive overlays or heritage controls
In these cases, Expandify can refer you to an experienced planning consultant and provide all relevant design and compliance documentation to support your application.