Jo Harrison is an urban planning consultant providing advisory services in Melbourne, Victoria

Our Services

Bespoke One Off Planning Advice

One off written planning advice with no ongoing commitment.

Independent opinion or peer review.

We can review plans, provide advice or problem solve at the start, mid or end of a project.

Planning Assessments & Reports to accompany Planning Permit Applications.

Planning Due Diligence

Detailed review of planning controls, site context and project scope to identify highest and best use of a site, ensuring opportunities and constraints are identified at site acquisition or project inception.

This service includes a referral to relevant designers and consultants if required.

Residential, Commercial & Industrial

We can provide advice on all kinds of projects, from small business, home renovations, new dwellings, infill, townhouses, multi-residential, mixed use, commercial & industrial development and land use.

We have a comprehensive understanding of the Victorian planning system, and hold strong relationships within the industry to connect you with the right people to suit your project.

We can provide the advice you need to lodge a planning application and achieve good chances of success. 

VCAT Advocacy

Representation at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), including early negotiation and dispute resolution, appearance at compulsory conference, and advocacy in a merits hearing.

This may involve the recommendation and calling of expert witnesses, and cross examination in a case.

About Us

Jo Harrison is a qualified Urban Planner with over 18 years experience in Melbourne’s private and public sectors. Jo has held leadership positions at various Local Government organisations and as a Planning Consultant, working on small to large scale developments across Victoria. VCAT advocacy has also been an area of expertise.

Jo is passionate about architecture and development and offers high level technical skills with a solution focused, commercial driven approach. This lends itself well at site acquisition and project inception, together with a comprehensive understanding of the Victorian planning system.

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