If you’re getting back into the swing of things in 2026 and thinking about property development, subdivision, or finding your next project site — this one’s for you.
This January, I’ll be speaking at a Brisbane property seminar focused on subdividing land and development assessment, and I’d love you to join me for a practical session that shows you exactly how a professional town planning consultant assesses a site before you spend money (or make a costly mistake).
The best part? It’s free for first timers.
Whether you’re a first-time developer, investor, buyer’s agent, or just curious about how subdivision feasibility actually works in Brisbane, you’ll walk away with real-world planning knowledge you can apply immediately.
What You’ll Learn: A Live Development Site Assessment (Step-by-Step)
This isn’t a theory-heavy talk. It’s a hands-on planning session designed to help you understand the real steps behind identifying a great development site — including a live site-finding lesson where we’ll assess a site in real time and go through the same checks we use as Brisbane town planning consultants.
On the night, you will:
✅ Learn how to spot subdivision potential fast (without guessing)
✅ Watch a real site assessment live and follow along step-by-step
✅ Understand the key planning checks that make or break a site
✅ Avoid expensive red flags that catch people out
✅ Leave with a repeatable process to shortlist sites confidently
If you’ve ever wondered “Is this block subdividable?” or “What would Council say about this site?” — you’ll love this.
Why Development Assessment Matters (Before You Buy or Lodge Anything)
Subdivision and small-scale development can be incredibly rewarding… but only if the fundamentals stack up.
A proper town planning development assessment looks at the planning controls that impact what you can realistically do on a site, such as:
- Zoning and planning scheme requirements
- Minimum lot size and density outcomes
- Overlays (flooding, character, heritage, environmental, etc.)
- Frontage, access, and driveway constraints
- Infrastructure servicing and stormwater
- Slope, easements, and buildability
- Council policies and approval pathways
In Brisbane (and across South East Queensland), site constraints can quietly kill a project — or lead to costly redesigns, delayed approvals, and unexpected conditions in your development approval.
That’s why having a clear planning process (and understanding what a town planner checks) is such a game-changer.
Who This Seminar Is Perfect For
This is ideal if you’re:
- Looking to subdivide land in Brisbane
- Considering a small-lot subdivision
- Trying to understand development feasibility before buying
- Wanting to improve your “site selection” skills and avoid duds
- A first-time developer learning how to work through planning controls
- Interested in how town planners approach DA strategy and risk
If you want to get better at identifying “good” development sites quickly — this session will give you clarity.
Event Details
📍 Venue: Broncos Leagues Club, Fulcher Rd, Red Hill
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 27th January
🕡 Time: 6:30pm start (Doors open 6:15pm)
💸 Cost: First-timers free | Returning guests $25 online or $33 at the door
👉 RSVP here: https://www.meetup.com/brisbanepropertygroup/events/312388217/
Want Help With a Development Site Assessment?
If you’re looking at a site and want a professional opinion before you commit, we can help.
At Steffan Harries, we’re a Brisbane town planning business specialising in development assessment, subdivision advice, and development applications (DA lodgement) across Brisbane and South East Queensland.
We help clients make faster, smarter decisions by identifying planning risks early and creating clear pathways to approval.
If you’d like help assessing a site or preparing a strategy for Council, get in touch — we’re back on deck for 2026 and ready to help.
