During this stage, we:

• Assess planning controls, overlays and zoning.

• Review site conditions, orientation and context.

• Test your brief against what is realistically achievable.

• Test high-level spatial approaches, including renovation, extension or new build options.

• Identify risks, limitations and opportunities.

• Provide early guidance on budget alignment.

• Advise on permits, consultants and likely timelines.

• Provide a masterplan of stages to guide delivery over time if required.

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You leave this stage with:

• A clear understanding of what can be built on your site.

• An outline of key constraints and risks.

• Alignment between your brief and likely cost.

• Clarity on which direction to take.

• A high-level spatial strategy and, where relevant, a masterplan for staging.

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You will receive a package that can be used as the foundation for whichever next step is right for your project.

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The fee for this stage is rebatable from the cost of Full Services.