Cut Through the Confusion of Planning Approvals—With 30+ Years of Local Expertise on Your Side
Planning in Victoria Has Never Been More Challenging
Navigating planning approvals today requires more than just submitting forms—it demands deep knowledge of legislation, creative problem-solving, and the ability to foresee potential hurdles. That’s where Regional Planning Services excels.
With over 30 years of experience, we’ve developed a proactive approach to ensure your application avoids common pitfalls and has the best chance of success.
What Sets Us Apart:
- Unmatched Expertise: Our decades of experience mean we anticipate challenges and solve them before they become roadblocks.
- Personalised Guidance: We tailor every step of the process to your unique project, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
- Proactive Management: While timelines vary, our proven process ensures fewer delays and smoother approvals.
Your Success Is Our Priority Don’t leave your planning application to chance. With our help, you’ll gain clarity, confidence, and a higher likelihood of approval—no matter how complex the process.
From Concept to Approval: Comprehensive Services for Every Planning Need

At Regional Planning Services, we understand that every project is unique. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of services, from planning applications and approvals to specialist consultations and strategic advice, including assistance with lodging and obtaining a building permit. Whatever your project requires, we’re here to help you succeed.

Planning Applications
RPS covers your whole range of rural planning needs. From a simple application such as a dwelling or shed to complex subdivision or multi unit developments, tourist ventures, industrial or commercial development including farming zone applications.
Planning Appraisals
RPS can consult on the development potential of your site or buildings. We can provide you with a confidential and comprehensive feasibility report including strategies for negotiating your planning permission.
Building Permits
RPS assists construction companies and individuals with building permits. We project manage the process, drafting up all the required documentation, including site plans, BAL assessment and engineering for the specific development.
Subdivision
Looking to subdivide? RPS has completed hundreds of successful subdivisions across Metropolitan and rural Victoria as well as New South Wales.
Bushfire Reports
Building in the bushfire prone area or bushfire management overlay. RPS can prepare Bushfire Management Statements and Plans for planning applications as well as BAL Assessments for building permits.
Land Capability Assessments
Are you building in the rural area where you need a wastewater system? RPS can assist you with Land Capability Assessments.
Drafting & Architectural Services
RPS can provide Architectural Drafting and Building Design services for residential and commercial buildings. From new homes to extensions all the way up to large property developments.
Specialist Consultants
Sometimes to maximise your projects chances, you need the top tier consultants in your corner. RPS has an extensive network of some of the best consultants in the business, including geotechnical, traffic and civil engineers, land surveyors and environmental consultants. Consultants ready and in our rolodex to help if needed.
Strategic Planning
Looking to make big changes to a planning scheme?
RPS can assist with the preparation and management of planning scheme rezonings and amendments, including submissions on behalf of landowners.
Expert Town Planning Consultancy Services…
Covering all rural and regional councils in Victoria and southern New South Wales
Over 30 Years of Trusted Expertise, Delivering Approvals Others Thought Impossible


From concept to approval, we guide you through every step with honesty, communication, and creative solutions that get results
We deliver outcomes. Simple. For over three decades, we’ve been the trusted partner for rural and regional planning projects, earning the respect of industry experts and the loyalty of our clients. Here’s how we stand out:
Honesty that Builds Confidence:
We provide straightforward, actionable and frank feedback on your project, ensuring you never waste time or resources on an unlikely approval.
Constant Communication:
No more wondering where your application stands. We keep you informed at every stage, giving you peace of mind.
Creative, Outside-the-Box Solutions:
Our deep understanding of council regulations and our network of specialist consultants allow us to achieve approvals where others have failed.
Trusted Expertise for Peace of Mind
Navigating council regulations and approvals shouldn’t be a headache. With over 30 years of experience, Regional Planning Services takes the stress out of the process and puts your project on the path to success.
Clarity from Day One
No confusing jargon or guesswork. We provide clear, actionable and frank advice tailored to your unique project.
A Proven Path to Approval:
With hundreds of successful applications across Victoria and New South Wales, we know what councils look for—and how to deliver it.
Stress-Free Project Management:
From your first consultation to final approval, we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters most.

Contact Us
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Get in touch so we can help you with your building project
PO Box 2056, Benalla West, Victoria, 3672