Rezoning Applications

Changing Land Use Rights the Right Way

Every property in a municipality is assigned a specific 'zoning' which dictates how the land can be used—whether for a single house, a block of flats, an office, or a factory. A rezoning application is the formal, legal process of changing these designated land use rights to allow for a different or more intensive form of development.

This is one of the most complex town planning procedures, involving in-depth policy analysis, public participation (advertising and notifying neighbours), and circulation to numerous municipal and government departments for comment. A successful application requires a robust motivational report prepared by a registered Town Planner, demonstrating that the proposed change is desirable and in line with the city's development policies.

Building Compliance Agency, through its network of professional town planners, manages this entire journey. Once rezoning is approved, the next step for development is often the creation of Site Development Plans. We provide the strategic guidance and technical expertise needed to navigate the complexities of the application process, representing your interests from the initial concept to the final council approval.

Our Rezoning Service Includes:

• Initial Feasibility Assessment: Evaluating the likelihood of a successful rezoning based on current policies.
• Application Preparation: Compiling the application and preparing the detailed motivational report.
• Public Participation Management: Handling newspaper advertisements and registered mail to neighbours.
• Departmental Circulation: Submitting the application to all relevant internal and external departments for comment.
• Council Representation: Presenting the application to the Municipal Planning Tribunal for a decision.