Pre-lodgement Package

Service

Pre-Lodgement Advice & Council Coordination for SEQ Development Applications

Before committing thousands to design, engineering, or formal lodgement fees, it’s critical to understand how your local council is likely to respond to your proposal.

This is where we step in with our pre-lodgment package including guidance and a meeting. We can also provide and a site plan (if required) to help progress your application.

Designed for property owners, investors, and developers who want clarity early, before sinking time and capital into a project that may face unnecessary resistance or cost blowouts.

Why Pre-Lodgement Matters

We otten recommend this for developments involving:

Multiple dwellings
Dual occupancies
Lot reconfigurations
Impact assessable subdivisions

The path to approval isn’t always straightforward. We find that councils across South East Queensland expect careful planning and may push back on proposals that don’t meet evolving overlays, zoning provisions, or neighbourhood plans.

By attending a pre-lodgement meeting, you’ll gain:

Feedback from council before spending money on applications
Early insights into key issues or conditions
An understanding of likely assessment pathways and council fees
The ability to adjust or improve your proposal before committing further

Pre-lodgment with a Site Plan = A Highly Unique Service

At Go To Town Planning, we don’t just offer advice, we can help you coordinate the entire process whilst attending the meeting with you. But what sets us apart is our Pre-Lodgement Package, which can include:

A professionally prepared site plan by a licensed building designer (if required)
(includes floor plan, proposed building footprint, critical dimensions, and demolition if applicable)
Full meeting coordination and attendance by a qualified town planner
Clear advice on development risks, process, and timeframes
An overview of council application fees specific to your proposal

You’ll walk away with: