Development feasibility studies
Analysis of whether a development proposal is practical and financially supportable.
Planning
Planning advice that explains how land use policies and approvals affect value and development potential.
Who we work with
Landowners, developers, purchasers, public agencies and legal advisers need planning analysis when a property decision depends on permitted use, development capacity or potential approvals. Appraisers may also need a planning basis for their valuation assumptions.
When you need us
When a valuation, development proposal or compensation matter depends on planning permissions, you need a practical assessment of the policies, constraints and approval options.
What we do
Highest and best use studies
Assessment of the most supportable use of a property.
Planning due diligence
An early review of the planning matters that can affect a property decision.
Planning policy review
Interpretation of land use policies affecting a site or proposal.
Development approvals & applications
Planning support for land use applications and approvals.
How we work
We review applicable policies, approvals and site conditions, then coordinate planning conclusions with the valuation analysis. Our work supports development decisions, negotiations and the preparation of planning evidence.
What you receive
A planning opinion, due diligence review or feasibility analysis suited to the instruction. It explains the relevant permissions, constraints, assumptions and further work needed; application support is defined separately when required.
What we need to begin
Provide the address, survey or parcel plan, your proposed use and any concept drawings. Include planning correspondence, previous approvals, available technical studies and the decision deadline. If the work supports a valuation, identify its effective date and assumptions.
An anonymized assignment
In an appraisal and consulting study for a landowner group, gsi compared residential scenarios with and without planning approvals. The work made the assumed treatment of a community use overlay explicit, allowing the valuation implications of different development scenarios to be considered in cost sharing discussions.
Questions & answers
Is a planning review the same as obtaining an approval?
No. A review explains the planning context and identifies issues for investigation. Preparing and advancing an application is a separate scope, and a planning opinion does not establish that an approval has been obtained.
Can you assess a site before we have drawings?
An initial review can identify permissions and constraints using the available site information. More detailed conclusions about layout, capacity or feasibility may need concept plans and input from other specialists.
How does planning analysis connect to value?
It helps establish which development assumptions are supportable. We distinguish existing permissions from possible changes so the valuation can address the appropriate development scenario.