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New South Wales – Council Outcomes FY26
Financial Year 2026 saw further improvements in the turn arounds on Fernleigh council approvals. Across the vast array of councils we have operated in this financial year we have seen changes in council trends, practices and procedures affecting how Development Applications (‘DA’s’) are handled. Despite these changes, Fernleigh have achieved further reductions on our council turnarounds state wide, and in some of our highest volume councils!
Why NOW is the best time to start the approval process
From the cost of living crisis to fuel supply uncertainty to changes to the approval process across New South Wales - the market is volatile but that is exactly why you should be looking to get your project completed NOW rather than later. With uncertainty in the...
Plan Requirements (Shed approvals)
When preparing a plan set for approval, there are several items that need to be detailed on a plan to enable the fastest possible approval and clearly show all trades the information they require to complete the project. Unfortunately a hand drawn site plan and the...
Floods
In the times of evolving urban landscapes, the issue of flood-prone areas remains as a critical consideration for property owners building within the Class 10a shed space. As of 2021, local councils have taken the reins in flood mapping. This shift places the...
When Should I Order my Shed?
Depending on the amount of risk you want to assume, you can order at any time. There are many pressures regarding delivery and erection to consider. However, there are some things that can help guide your decision. Planning approval can give you some certainty,...
Bushfires
After a Bushfire has ravaged a community, a shed is often the first major purchase after it to enable to property owner to get any property assets that have survived secure and undercover. We did a lot of the 2019 ‘Black Summer’ Bushfire recovery work on the east...
Planning your project Shed over Christmas?
As the year draws to a close, it is a great time to start planning your development on site. Whether it is storage space, a new addition to the back yard, or for farm use, this is the best time to start planning your new project! Like our previous articles explored,...
Mine Subsidence – Did you know?
Mine Subsidence – Did you know? Did you know? Mine subsidence is the movement of the ground following the extraction of coal. After coal is extracted beneath the surface, the land above can sink. There are many contributing factors to mine subsidence. Subsidence can...