Planning Services · Melbourne
Tailored planning advice for every stage of your project.
From pre-purchase due diligence through to permit decision, and beyond if required.
Residential & Commercial
Planning Permit Applications
Permit applications under the Planning and Environment Act 1987 represent the majority of planning work in Victoria. Getting the application right from the start (documentation, reports, site analysis) avoids costly delays and reduces the risk of objections.
- Site and zoning analysis
- Preparation of planning reports and supporting documentation
- Application lodgement and council liaison
- Advertising and objection management
- Condition negotiation and permit sign-off
"The majority of planning projects begin here. Getting it right from the start avoids months of unnecessary delay."
Compliance Advice
Before committing to a site or project, it is essential to understand what the planning system requires. A compliance assessment identifies applicable zones, overlays, and permit triggers, so you know what you're dealing with before you invest.
- Zone and overlay analysis
- Permit trigger assessment
- Written compliance advice letters
- Pre-purchase planning reports
- Development potential assessments
Due Diligence & Pre-Purchase
Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal
VCAT Representation
VCAT representation is available for both applicant and objector matters. That said, VCAT is a downstream step. Most planning disputes are better resolved at the council stage through proactive engagement. If a matter has reached VCAT, representation focuses on presenting a clear and well-evidenced case.
- Review of VCAT grounds and prospects
- Preparation of evidence and submissions
- Representation at hearing
- Both applicant and objector matters
Most clients who engage ZB Ventures earlier in the process avoid reaching VCAT altogether.
Planning Strategy & Due Diligence
For developers and landowners considering a site, strategic planning advice before commitment can fundamentally change the feasibility calculation. Understanding what a site can deliver, and what constraints apply, is the foundation of any viable project.
- Zone and overlay assessment
- Development potential analysis
- Planning scheme amendment advice
- Strategic site selection support
- Feasibility-stage planning input
Pre-Commitment Assessment
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