Providing Assistance Services for Government Organisations on the Sunshine Coast
Servicing Noosa, Gympie and the Sunshine Coast
Town Planning For Local Government
The director Shane Adamson has considerable experience in local government, having been a senior land use manager and working as a consultant for many years. As a government organisation, you need a town planning consultant who is experienced, thorough and professional, has sound communication skills and understands the governance role. At Adamson Town Planning on the Sunshine Coast, we assist government departments and entities with the following town planning services:
- Local government consultancy contracts within development assessment areas, including in managerial roles
- Peer review of difficult and controversial development applications
- Preparation, lodgement, and management of development applications for specific local government projects
- Strategic planning policy review, preparation of planning scheme policies and temporary local planning instruments, and assisting with the preparation of local laws and implementation notes
- General review of planning scheme provisions from a practical town planning perspective, and as an experienced expert witness
- Assistance with remedying non-compliance matters for existing developments that either do not have development approval or have existing use rights
Town Planning for State & Federal Government
If you’re looking to lodge a request for a Ministerial Infrastructure Designation (MID), we can help. A Ministerial Infrastructure Designation can facilitate the delivery of specific community infrastructure for schools, hospitals, surf clubs, sporting facilities and much more and provide a number of benefits. At Adamson Town Planning, we will assist and prepare all the relevant plans and documentation to request an MID. To speak to our friendly team about a MID, give us a call on
0437 754 420.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is peer review in town planning?
Peer review involves an independent assessment of a development application or planning decision. It is often used for complex or controversial proposals. Peer review helps test planning arguments, identify risks and confirm whether assessments align with legislation and policy, supporting transparent and defensible decision-making processes.
How are non-compliant developments handled by local government?
Non-compliant developments may involve uses without approval or breaches of existing conditions. Town planning input helps assess existing use rights, identify compliance pathways and recommend solutions. This process supports lawful outcomes while balancing planning intent, community impact and practical considerations for existing developments.
What is a Ministerial Infrastructure Designation?
A Ministerial Infrastructure Designation is a planning mechanism that allows certain community infrastructure projects to proceed without standard development approvals. It is commonly used for schools, hospitals and sporting facilities. The process involves detailed documentation and assessment to demonstrate public benefit and planning compliance.
