We assess planning controls, overlays, zoning, BCA requirements and title constraints to tell you clearly whether your project is achievable on this site.
We model development scenarios, indicative costs and outcomes so you have the evidence to make a confident go or no-go decision.
Every report closes with a clear architect's recommendation and a prioritised next-step roadmap tailored to your project.
"We were about to sign a lease on a commercial tenancy for our allied health practice. The Plico report identified compliance upgrade costs we hadn't anticipated — it saved us from a very costly mistake."
"We had an idea about what we could build on our block but needed certainty before approaching a builder. The report gave us a clear picture of what was achievable and what the risks were."
"The heritage assessment was thorough and practical. We understood exactly what we could change, what needed to be preserved, and how to approach council."
Find out what's possible before spending thousands on design. Complete a short enquiry and we'll confirm scope and fee within one business day.
Find out what's possible ↗Planning constraints, overlays, and site limitations can derail a development late in the process. A feasibility report surfaces these before you've committed to anything.
Whether seeking finance, negotiating a purchase price, or deciding to proceed — a credible feasibility report gives lenders and investors the substance they need.
Zoning rules and planning policy are complex and often misunderstood. We translate the controls into plain-English implications for your specific site and use.
There is rarely only one way to develop a site. A full feasibility report models multiple scenarios so you can compare outcomes, risks, and returns before committing.
Not undertaking a feasibility study risks redesign at permit stage - costing time and money. Getting the analysis right upfront collapses risk and saves months. Know Before You Commit.
A well-scoped feasibility often reveals untapped development potential that owners didn't know existed. Understanding the ceiling helps you realise full site value.
Every project is different, so every report is scoped to match. Below are the situations we're asked about most — find the one closest to yours, or start an enquiry directly and we'll work out the rest together. Reports start from $399 ex GST — your exact fee is calculated from your project's size, budget and complexity, and confirmed before any work begins. Complete a short enquiry to see your fee.
Part A only. Essential planning intelligence — the right report before making an offer or committing to a direction. Standard turnaround: 4 weeks · Express available via the enquiry form.
- Zoning and overlay summary
- Land use permissibility and permit triggers
- Key constraints in plain English
- High-level risks and opportunities
- Architect's initial assessment
Part A + Part B. Complete development analysis for sites where you're ready to test a specific direction. Standard turnaround: 4 weeks · Express available via the enquiry form.
- Everything in the Base Report
- Development scenarios with yield analysis
- Risk register — planning, site and programme
- Decision matrix comparing options
- Architect's recommendation and next-step roadmap
Scope and fee agreed per project. For complex sites, heritage, or projects needing specialist consultant input. Turnaround scoped per project.
- Everything in Comprehensive
- Specialist consultant coordination
- Pre-application council strategy
- Site massing model
- Staged implementation plan
Site Intel Report
Running multiple sites? Need a fast first-pass assessment before deciding whether to commission a full report? The Site Intel Report is self-served using the site information you hold, with an assessment and project plan generated for you — fast answers so you can proceed to the next step with confidence.
- Planning controls summary — zone, overlays, permit triggers
- Risk assessment — planning, heritage, flood, bushfire, BCA, title
- BCA / NCC considerations for your building class
- Indicative cost allowances by project type
- Consultants required for your project
- Recommended next steps
- Instant PDF and HTML export
Each tier includes everything from the level below, plus the features marked. Not sure which is right for you? Start an enquiry and we'll confirm the right scope.
| Feature | Self-service Site Intel Report | Tier 1 Base Report | Tier 2 · Recommended Comprehensive | Tier 3 Custom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prepared by | AI — automated | Registered architect | Registered architect | Architect + specialist consultants |
| Turnaround | Instant | Standard 4 weeks Express available via intake form |
Standard 4 weeks Express available via intake form |
Scoped per project |
| Zone and overlay summary | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Land use permissibility and permit triggers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Schedule provisions verified Actual council schedule — not VPP defaults |
— | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Risk assessment | ✓ Automated | ✓ Architect-authored | ✓ Full register | ✓ Full register |
| Proposed scheme amendments flagged | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BCA / NCC considerations | ✓ Automated | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Indicative cost allowances | ✓ Automated benchmarks | — | — | ✓ Category by category |
| Consultants required | ✓ Automated | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Project action plan | ✓ Automated, phased | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ Full lifecycle |
| Development scenario options Conservative / Recommended / Maximum |
— | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Decision matrix comparing options | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Traffic light risk summary | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Architect's verdict and recommendation | — | ✓ Worth pursuing / Caution / Not recommended | ✓ Proceed / Conditions / Do not proceed | ✓ Full advisory verdict |
| Specialist consultant coordination, site massing and concept options |
— | — | — | ✓ |
| Starting from | $79 | $399 | $899 | Quote |
| Generate report → | Start enquiry → | Start enquiry → | Start enquiry → |
All fees exclude GST. Tier 1–3 fees are starting prices — your exact fee is calculated from your project's size, budget and complexity via the enquiry form and confirmed before any work begins. The Site Intel Report is an automated assessment and is not architect-reviewed professional advice. Site Intel Report subscription limited to 5 reports per month.
Our reports are used across a wide range of project types. If you can see your situation below, a Plico feasibility assessment will give you the clarity you need.
You're considering a property and want to know what's achievable before making an offer or exchanging contracts.
You own land and want to understand yield, planning controls and what a development would realistically involve.
You're leasing or acquiring a tenancy and need to understand compliance, change of use requirements and BCA obligations.
Your site or building has heritage significance and you need expert assessment of what works are possible and what permits apply.
You need a credible, architect-authored report to support a finance application, investor briefing or purchase negotiation.
You own a site or are considering one and want an expert opinion on what could be done before committing to any direction.
A Plico feasibility report is an assessment and advisory service — not a design or documentation service. It does not include architectural drawings, planning permit documentation, engineering design, building permit documentation, or quantity surveying. Its purpose is to determine whether those stages are worth pursuing, and to map the most effective path to get there.
PLICO ADVISORY provides development feasibility assessments led by Angus Wallace, Architect, and Yasmine Wallace PhD, Researcher — bringing together architectural expertise, heritage knowledge, and rigorous analytical methodology built across decades of practice in the Australian construction and design industry.
Our assessments are thorough, evidence-based, and informed by direct experience with Victorian planning controls, heritage overlays, zoning frameworks, and the full arc of the development process. We understand what councils expect, what constraints matter, and where the real risks lie — and we communicate that clearly so our clients can make informed decisions with confidence.
Beyond the analysis, we bring an established network of planning, engineering, and development professionals to verify findings and stress-test assumptions. The result is a feasibility study that does not simply describe what might be possible — it maps a considered, realistic pathway to a successful outcome.
We work with property owners, developers, and community organisations at every stage: from initial site assessment through to pre-application engagement and design strategy.
Plico Advisory is building a full suite of architect-led tools for every stage of a project — from first idea through to construction. See what's live now, and what's coming next.
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