Welcome

At U&i Town Plan, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients while saving you time and money.
As a boutique consultancy located in Mareeba, we specialise in providing professional town planning services throughout Mareeba Shire, Tablelands Regional Council, Cook Shire, Mossman Shire and Cairns Regional Council. Our focus is on delivering results that meet your specific needs.

 

Comprehensive Project Support

We guide you through every stage of your project—from site identification and due diligence to navigating the development approvals process and final delivery. Our expertise ensures a seamless experience and successful outcomes.

 

Why Choose U&i Town Plan?

At Scope Town Planning, we pride ourselves on providing a seamless development application management service. Our extensive experience working with local councils across Queensland ensures that your development will meet all regulatory requirements while minimizing delays and costs.

With our expert guidance, you can navigate the complexities of town planning with confidence, knowing that your project is in capable hands.

 

Get Started Today

We offer a complimentary initial consultation to assess your project and provide expert advice on the best course of action. From there we will provide a free quote for any service you may require. To schedule your free consultation or site visit, please contact us directly at 0411 344 110 or email us at ramon@uitownplan.com.au

We look forward to discussing how we can help you achieve your development goals.

Due Diligence

Engaging with town planning experts at an early stage can be instrumental in assessing the development potential of a site while mitigating costly errors and oversights.
At U&i Town Plan, we offer comprehensive town planning advice tailored to your specific needs. Our team provides insights on development options and statutory constraints, ensuring clients are well-informed during the due diligence process for site acquisitions and evaluating the development potential of existing landholdings.

Our experienced town planners possess an in-depth understanding of the complexities surrounding statutory provisions and development processes. This expertise enables us to identify potential challenges from the outset. If you are acquiring a site for your first home, conducting thorough research is essential.

Knowledge is invaluable, especially when making one of the most significant investments of your life—real estate. It is crucial to ensure that your property purchase aligns with your long-term goals.

While many buyers focus on features like the number of bedrooms or outdoor space, it is equally important to consider zoning, planning regulations, and overlays that may impact your property. Understanding these elements can prevent unforeseen obstacles and ensure that your plans are feasible now and in the future.

Conducting preliminary research into building and planning approvals can help you avoid unnecessary expenses, such as upgrading the property to meet code, dealing with insurance issues, and addressing potential impacts on property value or resale potential. While regulations can evolve over time, knowing the current requirements applicable to your property is vital.

Most local councils offer a fee-for-service 'Land Record Search,' which provides essential information on various aspects related to a property, including water meter readings, rates, compliance with swimming pool regulations, building and plumbing permits, and flood zone information. Furthermore, these searches can yield valuable 'Town Planning Certificates.'
To learn more about how these searches can benefit your property and to discuss your specific needs, please contact us at ramon@uitownplan.com.au.

 

Development applications can be triggered for many different reasons so it's always best to seek expert advice from a suitably qualified town planner before starting your new project.
A development application consists of a number of items that need to be prepared and assessed as part of the application submission:
- Development Application Forms (DA Form 1);
- Plans for the development. This includes a site plan, floor plan and elevation for an MCU or Lot configuration plan for a Subdivision;
- A detailed report demonstrating how the development achieves compliance with the planning scheme and relevant codes;
- In some instances, other specialist reports to accompany the application.

All these aspects must be completed and compiled to submit to Council to request an approval, and to make this more confusing each Council may have different requirements.

Preparing and submitting development applications is at the heart of what we do. With experience in a diverse range of applications lodged throughout Queensland, we have completed projects in Townsville, Ingham, Cairns, Mareeba, Lakeland, Bloomfield, Cooktown and Laura. This has provided us with the experience and knowledge about the specific requirements that apply to development across the region.

At U&i Town Plan, we prepare development applications for our clients for the following types of developments:

- Material Change of Use</strong> (unit developments, shops, service stations, new industrial buildings, etc.)
- Reconfiguration of a Lot</strong> (subdivisions of new allotments, creating access easements, boundary realignment)
- Operational Works</strong> (signage &; advertising devices)
- Road Closures
- Permit to occupy
- Boundary/Siting relaxations</strong> (reduced front, side or rear setbacks for Dwelling Houses)
- Compliance Certificate Applications (survey plan signing application)

The development application process is complicated and confusing and can be very time consuming and lengthy. NOT ANYMORE with Ramon from U&i Town Plan.
Ramon will negotiate and advocate with council on your behalf and will manage the process to make it as stress free as possible.

We are here to take the stress out of the development assessment process. Enquire today and we will get back to you within 24 hours.

FREE QUOTE:
To obtain a free quote for your project (24hr turnaround), please send the address and details of your project to ramon@uitownplan.com.au

To lock in Free consult or site visit today, please send me a text or call Ramon anytime on 0411 344 110

We'd love the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your plans for your property!