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Your Trusted Partner for Town Planning Solutions in Brisbane
Hickey Oatley Planning & Development is a boutique town planning consultancy based in Brisbane. Established to address inefficiencies in the industry, we prioritise client ideas and deliver value through technical expertise. With over a decade of experience, our team specialises in guiding developments from inception to completion, including small-scale projects and large master-planned communities. Our strengths lie in strategic project planning, development applications, and infrastructure designation, supported by strong government relationships.

Operating across South East, Central, and Far North Queensland, we celebrate each client's success as our own, advocating for their projects' community benefits. Led by Principal Mia Hickey, our approach combines deep knowledge of the Planning Act with commercial acumen to achieve optimal outcomes. We maintain a commitment to professional development and community respect, acknowledging Traditional Custodians of the lands we work on. Our personalised service ensures adaptability to client needs, fostering trust and long-term partnerships.
Services
Due Diligence Advice Development Applications Project Coordination Infrastructure Designation Survey Plan Endorsement DA Strategy Development
Highlights and features
  • We offer personalised town planning services tailored to client needs.
  • Our team has over ten years of experience in Queensland planning frameworks.
  • We specialise in navigating complex development application processes.
  • We maintain strong government relations to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • We provide transparent, value-driven solutions from project inception to delivery.
Services
Development Applications
We specialise in preparing and managing development applications through to decision. Our expertise ensures compliance with Queensland planning frameworks while minimising risks. Clients benefit from streamlined processes and higher approval success rates for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
Infrastructure Designation
Our team leads infrastructure designation processes from concept to gazettal. We navigate legislative requirements for community infrastructure providers, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards. This service supports long-term viability for utilities, roads, and public amenities in new developments.
Project Coordination
We coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects from inception to settlement. Our approach ensures timely milestone achievement while managing stakeholder expectations. This service is particularly valuable for complex developments requiring integrated planning and execution.
People
Mia Hickey
Principal Town Planner
Mia Hickey is a seasoned town planner with over a decade of experience guiding Queensland developments. She combines expertise in the Planning Act with commercial insight to deliver successful outcomes. Mia actively contributes to industry initiatives through the Property Council of Australia.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We operate across South East Queensland, Central Queensland, and Far North Queensland, supporting urban and regional development projects.
What project types do you handle?
We work on residential subdivisions, commercial developments, childcare centres, industrial sites, and infrastructure projects of all scales.
How do you manage development applications?
We prepare applications, develop risk-minimisation strategies, and manage assessment processes to ensure compliance and timely approvals.
Can you assist with infrastructure designation?
Yes, we guide infrastructure designation from initial concepts through to Ministerial approval and gazettal processes.
Reviews (1)
Chris Pahor
Oct 05, 2020 Report
Awesome advice and a highly professional team -- I would recommend Hickey Oatley to anyone looking for a town planner or development consultant.