Hills Shire
Town Planners

- Alterations & Additions

- Building Information Certificate (BIC)

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Trusted Town Planners for The Hills Shire Council Development Approvals

Looking for town planning support in The Hills Shire? Our experienced team helps homeowners, developers and business owners secure council approvals for a range of residential and commercial projects. We prepare Development Applications, Statements of Environmental Effects, Clause 4.6 variation requests and supporting documentation in line with The Hills LEP and DCP. Whether you're building a duplex in Kellyville, adding a granny flat in Rouse Hill or changing the use of a shopfront in Castle Hill, we provide practical advice and complete documentation. We also cover Box Hill, Baulkham Hills, Beaumont Hills and surrounds. Contact our town planning team today.

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Planning Services for Castle Hill, Kellyville, Rouse Hill, Box Hill, Baulkham Hills and More

If you're lodging a Development Application in The Hills Shire Council area, our experienced town planners can guide you through the process with expert advice and accurate documentation.

We work with clients across Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Kellyville, Rouse Hill, Box Hill, Beaumont Hills, Norwest, Glenhaven and surrounding suburbs.

We assist with all types of residential and commercial proposals, including dual occupancies, secondary dwellings, subdivisions, change-of-use applications and commercial fit-outs.

Our services include preparing Development Applications (DAs), Statements of Environmental Effects, Clause 4.6 variation requests and Section 4.55 modifications.

We understand the planning framework set by The Hills Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and Development Control Plan (DCP) and tailor our reports to your site and objectives.

We’ve secured approvals for duplexes in Kellyville, medical centres in Castle Hill, retail fit-outs in Norwest and secondary dwellings in Rouse Hill. We also understand the additional planning layers that apply in Box Hill Precinct and North Kellyville release areas, including lot size minimums, setbacks, landscaping and bushfire overlays.

Our in-house drafting service means we can also prepare all necessary architectural plans, ensuring consistency between reports and drawings and avoiding delays at lodgement.

Whether you're submitting a DA, responding to a request for information or seeking retrospective approval, we’re here to help.

Contact our planning team today to start your Hills Shire project with expert support and local knowledge.

Can I Use a BIC for Insurance Purposes?

Struggling with insurance for an unapproved build? Learn how a BIC supports compliance and when to involve a planning consultant for smooth council approval.

Is a BIC Needed If My Building Work Is Exempt Development?

Not sure if your deck, shed or pergola needs council approval? This guide explains when a BIC is required under NSW planning rules and how expert planning advice can help resolve unauthorised works fast.

Can I Get a BIC for a Retaining Wall or Deck?

A BIC won’t fix poor design or unsafe work. If you need to regularise a deck or retaining wall in NSW, our team at Town Planning Sydney can help with drafting, structural reports and DA approval.

Can a BIC Be Refused by Council?

Councils in NSW may reject a BIC if the structure is unsafe or violates planning rules. Our planning consultants explain the top 5 refusal reasons and how to avoid costly delays.

Will I Need an Engineer’s Report for a BIC?

Do I need an engineer’s report for a Building Information Certificate in NSW? Find out what councils look for, when a report is required and how Town Planning Sydney helps streamline your DA approval.

What Type of Drawings Are Needed for a BIC?

Need a Building Information Certificate in NSW? Discover what drawings councils require—site plans, floor plans, elevations and more. Get expert town planning advice today.

Hills Shire Town Planners