Hutchison Planning was established in 2001 as a specialist town planning consultancy, focusing on preparation of development applications and general town planning advice. We have specialised experience with residential development applications, and offer practical design solutions and inspirational ideas for residential projects.
With a personalised approach to projects, our business has grown as a direct consequence of client referrals.
Our Director, Tom Hutchison, has a direct involvement with every project and can draw on the skills of lead specialist consultants to deliver practical and cost effective solutions.
Established in 2001, Hutchison Planning is a specialist town planning consultancy preparing development applications and providing expert planning advice for residential, rural, commercial and community projects. Located in Bowral, we work across the South East & Tablelands, Illawarra–Shoalhaven and Greater Sydney regions, delivering practical design solutions and inspirational ideas for development that help clients achieve outcomes which are both visionary and achievable.
Our business has grown primarily through client referrals, a reflection of the trust built through our personalised approach. Every project benefits from direct involvement of our Director, Tom Hutchison, who brings three decades in town planning, drawing on roles in local government and with Australia’s leading architects and developers. Tom combines this depth of knowledge with a practical understanding of design, working alongside trusted specialist consultants to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions tailored to each site and client vision.
OUR SERVICES
TOWN PLANNING ADVICE
We can offer you advice on permitted land uses, development options and potential yield in relation to your property. You might also need guidance on ways to strategically approach a development proposal that you have in mind. There are often a number of ways to gain approval for your development ideas – let our Director, Tom Hutchison, show you the options available to you, and the pros and cons of both.
Sound planning advice is vital when considering development or property decisions. Hutchison Planning provides clear guidance on planning controls, permissible uses and development potential across residential, rural, commercial and community projects. We outline the framework that applies to your site and identify possible approval pathways, noting there is often more than one route to consent, each with advantages and limitations. Our Director, Tom Hutchison, will explain the options and help determine the most effective strategy to achieve your goals.
DA Applications
We can prepare and manage the development application process for your proposal. With a particular interest in domestic residential projects, we can assist with all components of the development application process – whether you need assistance sourcing an architect and other consultants, or just need a Statement of Environmental Effects prepared, we can help.
We prepare and manage the entire Development Application process for your proposal. With experience across residential, rural, commercial and community projects, we assist with every component — from coordinating architects and specialist consultants to preparing key planning documents such as Statements of Environmental Effects. We also manage subdivision proposals, from boundary adjustments to multi-lot developments. In addition, we review opportunities for exempt and complying development to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective outcome.
planning documents
Hutchison Planning can prepare a report that provides you with an overview of town planning controls and issues that relate to a property and its immediate neighbouring properties. This should always form part of your due diligence when making a property purchase. The report can ensure you enter a purchase better informed about matters such as development approvals / unauthorised works, development yield, and matters of interest on adjoining land.
Hutchison Planning prepares the specialist documentation needed to support development proposals. This includes Statements of Environmental Effects for DA or modification applications, and Clause 4.6 variation requests. Our documentation is clear, comprehensive and council-ready, giving your application the best chance of success. In addition, we also prepare development options and feasibility reports to help clients explore potential opportunities before committing to a formal application.
Design ADVICE
We can offer you insightful and practical design solutions and inspirational ideas for alterations and additions to your property, or interior renovations.
Having experienced working alongside some of Australia’s most notable architecture firms, our Director, Tom Hutchison, has a passion and interest in creating design solutions for residential projects.
We deliver insightful, practical design solutions and inspirational ideas for development — from alterations and additions to new builds and interior renovations. Drawing on experience working alongside some of Australia’s most notable architecture firms, our Director, Tom Hutchison, brings a passion for creating design outcomes that are both creative and achievable. Our tailored advice also ensures every project responds to site opportunities while complying with NSW planning controls.
