Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD)
A Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) is a detailed report required at the Planning Permit stage for small-to-medium scale developments in Victoria. While a “Section J” report focuses strictly on energy efficiency for a building permit, an SDA is a broader holistic review of a building’s environmental footprint.
An SDA demonstrates that your project follows Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) principles from the outset. It’s about ensuring that the building is comfortable to live in, efficient to run, and respectful of the local environment.
Each Council has a specific planning scheme that provides a framework and policies on land use and development.
Our experienced consultants will assist you with the preparation of an SDA for your project. We provide tailored recommendations for the ESD features that suit your development and satisfy planning permit conditions.
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