Planning Support Perth
Where most people get stuck, we get approvals.
Forge Developments offers planning support Perth clients can rely on. We work with 12+ WA councils and understand how to minimise refusal risk, preparing council-ready applications designed to get approved the first time.
Navigating council approvals can slow any project down, that’s where Michael Clare, Head of Planning, and our trusted network come in, helping you navigate R-Codes, DAP applications and council submissions with confidence, as part of our full development management service.
Where most projects get delayed, we push them forward.
Where a solo or DIY approach becomes stressful, costly, and slow, we bring clarity, confidence, and results.
With Forge, you get:
Maximised yield & minimise risk.
Faster approvals backed by precise R-Code interpretation
Council-ready documentation that reduces RFIs
Clear advice and honest guidance from senior planners
End-to-end support from feasibility to subdivision and beyond
If you want a partner who treats your project like their own, and goes further than most firms do, Forge Developments is the smarter choice.
Planning Support Services
Development Applications
We prepare and lodge development applications for residential, commercial and industrial projects, managing the process from feasibility through to final approval.
Pre-Lodgement Advice
Before you lodge, we help you understand what’s achievable on your site and how to structure your application for the best chance of a smooth approval.
Rezoning Applications
We manage rezoning applications where a site’s current zoning limits its development potential.
DAP Applications
For larger or more complex projects, we prepare and represent your case before the Development Assessment Panel.
Advocacy & Representation
We represent your interests directly with council and other authorities throughout the approvals process.
Structure Plans & Local Development Plans
We prepare the strategic planning documents that guide subdivision, zoning and design for larger sites.
Expert Witness & Planning Appeals
Where a decision needs to be challenged, we provide expert planning evidence and represent clients through the appeals process.
Heritage Advice
We navigate heritage listing requirements and consultancy for sites with heritage considerations.
Featured Projects
Planning Support Perth
Wembley Downs
Applecross Townhomes
Dalkeith Terraces
WHO WE HELP
Town planning isn’t one-size-fits-all, each audience comes with different pressures.
Forge Developments delivers planning support, development approvals, subdivision management, rezoning support, and R-Code compliance across Perth and WA, with a focus on reducing delays, simplifying complex council processes, and maximising development potential with tailored strategies.
Homeowners & First-Time Developers Building Wealth
For homeowners and first-time developers who don’t want expensive mistakes.
We break down the planning process in plain English, guide you through every decision, and prepare council-ready documentation that prevents delays.
You get confidence, clarity, and a clear plan, without the overwhelm of DIY planning.
Perfect for: Backyard subdivisions, dual occupancies, R-Code guidance.
Investors & JV Partners
For investors wanting clear numbers, low risk, and fast decisions.
We give you straight answers, what’s possible, what’s not, and what delivers the strongest yield.
From feasibility to DA approvals, we reduce refusal risk, tighten timelines, and protect your return on every move.
Perfect for: Syndicated groups, private investors, interstate buyers needing a Perth-based team.
Builders & Developers
For builders who need planning solved, fast.
We justify your designs, negotiate with council, and resolve R-Code conflicts before they become costly RFIs.
You get a planning partner who protects your build schedule and removes roadblocks before construction starts.
Perfect for: Multi-unit sites, townhouse projects, infill developments, client-led DA/BA support.
For High-Net-Worth Clients
For clients who value expertise, confidentiality, and seamless delivery.
We handle the complexity so you don’t have to manage multiple consultants.
Clear communication, precise interpretation, and risk-first planning ensure your project progresses smoothly.
Perfect for: Luxury homes, custom builds, complex sites, higher-value properties.
Repeat Developers & Subdivision Clients
For experienced clients who need accuracy, speed, and a reliable Perth team.
We specialise in subdivision approvals, feasibility modelling, and staged planning for 6–10+ lot projects.
Expect proactive communication, weekly clarity, and a partner who pushes projects forward, even when councils slow down.
Perfect for: Greenfield subdivisions, rezoning, structure planning.
Why Partner With Forge
Top Planning Support Perth
Experts,
not juniors
your planning project is handled directly by senior planners.
Council-ready documentation
to minimise RFIs and refusal risk.
Precise R-Code interpretation
so your application is approved faster the first time.
Clear advice,
no jargon
you always know exactly where you stand.
End-to-end support
from feasibility through approvals, subdivision, and beyond.