Worried About A Council Notice? We Fix That

Your Expert Guide To Retrospective Building Approvals & Permits

We specialise in turning council headaches into stamped, approved plans with precision and speed. As experts in retrospective building approvals & building permits, we transform your stressful compliance problem into a secure, valuable asset.

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Get The Green Light From Council, Faster

While every project is different, here are the results we love delivering for our clients. We’re obsessed with setting a high standard and getting things sorted.

4-6 Weeks

Average Time To Approval

100 %

Builder-Ready Documentation

12 Hours

Quote Turnaround

What We Do

You’ve Got An Expert In Your Corner

Frankly, our job is to be the specialists who get results for you. We love navigating the bureaucracy so you can focus on your property, not the paperwork.

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

Our Commitment To A Seamless Process

Our service is built on four concrete promises that deliver certainty when you need it most. It’s how our team ensures a quality outcome, every single time.

A CLEAR WRITTEN QUOTE

Get a fixed-price quote and clear action plan within 12 business hours.

DIRECT FOUNDER ACCESS

Work directly with our founder. Your file is never delegated to a junior.

A TRUE ONE-STOP SOLUTION

We manage the entire process, acting as your single, accountable point of contact.

BUILT FOR COMPLIANCE

Our "As-Built" documents are drafted to precise technical standards for your council.

OUR CAPABILITIES

Common Council Issues We Love To Solve

Here is a clear look at the specific issues our team fixes. We have the technical documentation and processes in place to secure a successful building approval for you.

Council Notices

"Show Cause" and "Stop Work" notices answered fast, before penalties escalate.

Unapproved Structures

Decks, pergolas, carports and granny flats legalised with precise "As-Built" drafting.

Missing Certificates

Occupation certificates and BCA compliance audits sorted, ready for sale or refinance.

Non-Compliant Works

Internal wall removals and commercial fit-outs documented to Building Code standard.

Full Lodgement, Managed

DA/CDC lodgement, BASIX certificates and the NSW Planning Portal handled end to end.

Council Negotiation

We speak planner language from Statement of Environmental Effects to final sign-off.

We're The Fixers For High-Stakes Property Issues

Our service is a specialised solution for property owners in high-stakes situations. If you’ve had problems in the past, our team is here to ensure a successful outcome now.

OUR SPECIALTY

Stressed Homeowners

Who've received a "Notice of Intention to Issue an Order".

Property Sellers Or Buyers

Whose transaction is frozen because of unapproved work.

Stressed Homeowners

Who've received a "Notice of Intention to Issue an Order".

Property Sellers Or Buyers

Whose transaction is frozen because of unapproved work.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

On average, our clients get council approval in 4-6 weeks

Our team handles the entire process so you can get back to what matters, selling your property or simply enjoying your home without the stress.

Ready To Get This Handled?

Let’s get your retrospective building approval sorted. 

Our Simple Steps To Get Your Building Permit

Here’s our proven, step-by-step process. We look back at what’s been done and create a clear roadmap to take you from a stressful council notice to a final, stamped approval.

STRATEGY & QUOTE

We study your council’s rules and your property’s history, then send a clear written quote within 12 hours.

ON-SITE TECHNICAL SURVEY

We laser-measure the exact “As-Built” dimensions so our plans match reality and prevent council rejections.

COMPLIANCE-FOCUSED DRAFTING

We turn the survey data into professional architectural documents that clearly demonstrate compliance with the Building Code of Australia.

SUBMISSION & FINAL HANDOVER

As your official applicant, we submit and manage the entire application, then hand you the legally-stamped permit.

THE DESIGN SOLUTIONS DIFFERENCE

Why Our Process Is A Smarter Investment

See how our fully managed, expert-led service compares with the traditional, fragmented approach. The difference in your experience and peace of mind is profound.

The Design Solutions Way

Common Industry Frustrations

5-STAR CLIENT REVIEWS

What Our Clients Say About Our Design & Draftsman Service

YOUR DESIGN QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Straight Answers To The Questions We Get Asked Most

You’ve got questions, and we believe in giving you straight answers. Here’s what people often ask about our process.

What exactly is a retrospective building approval?
It’s the official process of legalising a structure that was built without the required building permits. Think of it as getting council permission after the fact. These retrospectives are actually quite common.

We do this by creating professional “As-Built” architectural drawings of the existing work. Our team then manages the retrospective building approvals application to obtain formal approval from the council, which is the most important part of the process.
This is a common issue our team solves all the time. Often, we can work with our engineering partners to find a practical solution and determine how to bring the work up to standard. It’s all about finding a smart path forward.

If that’s not possible, we prepare a detailed report for the council. This report clearly explains why the structure is still sound and should be approved. Our team plans ways to present your case in the best possible light.
No one can legally guarantee what a council will decide. However, we do guarantee that our drawings and documentation will be 100% compliant with all technical standards required for an approval.

We have a very high success rate because our retrospective applications are clean, detailed, and easy for the council planner to approve. This is how we increase the quality of every submission we make.

You’ll work exclusively with our founder, Louie Obeid. Your file is never passed to a junior assistant. This ensures you always get clear answers and expert guidance from the person in charge of our team.

In the rare event of a refusal, our team must first determine the exact reasons. Often, it’s due to specific issues we can address by revising drawings or providing additional information from our engineering team, which we then resubmit.

If it’s more complex, we can connect you with specialist town planners to explore a formal review. The initial refusal is rarely the final conclusion for these building approvals.
Start Your Project With Clarity

Your Vision Is The Focus. We Handle The Paperwork.

The ultimate goal: A stunning property for you, and a flawless blueprint for your builder. Let’s create the masterpiece.

Address

Main office

49th Floor, 8 Parramatta Square, 10 Darcy Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150, Australia

Work Schedule

Mon - Fri:

8:00 am — 5:00 pm

Sat:

8:00 am — 12:00 pm

Sun:

Closed

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Let's Get Your Retrospective Building Approval Sorted

Get your FREE Quote today and let our team handle the entire process, so you can get on with your life.