The Town Planning Consultancy for NSW's Hospitality Sector—Simple, Honest, Reliable.
Consume Pty Ltd - Dulcie's Kings Cross
Consume is a dedicated town planning consultancy solely focused on the hospitality sector in New South Wales. Unlike generalist firms, we provide specialised, efficient planning solutions that go beyond consultancy—we’re committed partners. Our in-depth industry expertise, strong government connections, and tailored approach ensure that our clients can navigate the NSW Planning System with clarity and ease, driving successful, compliant outcomes every step of the way.
Our mission is to empower NSW’s hospitality sector with targeted, expert planning support. We go beyond compliance, actively advocating for resilient growth, simplifying complex regulations, and building strong council and community relationships. Consume is dedicated to helping hospitality businesses thrive within the planning framework and create a positive, lasting impact.
Consume guides your project through the planning approval process, reducing delays and minimising obstacles. Our in-depth knowledge of hospitality-focused regulations enables us to streamline each stage, ensuring your project stays on track.
We provide insights that help you make informed decisions. We are always looking for ways to unlock the full potential of a site. Utilising the NSW planning framework to our benefit, we want to get the most out of our client's site. We always recommend getting us involved as early as possible so we can determine if you are looking at a diamond or broken glass.
We protect your business by ensuring full compliance with licensing and council regulations, reducing the risk of penalties or operational restrictions. Our proactive approach to compliance safeguards your project from the start, allowing you to proceed with confidence.
Consume has built strong working relationships with local and state government bodies. Our established connections and collaborative approach help streamline approvals, facilitate compliance, and support positive outcomes for your hospitality project, ensuring you navigate regulatory requirements with confidence.
As active members of the NTIA (Night Time Industries Association) and the PIA (Planning Institute of Australia), Consume is deeply connected to industry standards and evolving best practices. Our involvement in these professional associations strengthens our expertise, supports advocacy efforts, and enables us to provide clients with informed, up-to-date guidance that aligns with industry and regulatory developments.
From initial planning to ongoing compliance, we offer complete project services so you can focus on your business growth. Our support spans applications, licensing, risk assessment, and more, ensuring every aspect of the planning process is expertly managed.
We offer strategic guidance for new and expanding hospitality ventures, with early consultations to identify challenges and streamline the application process.
Our team manages the entire DA process, from pre-planning to final approval, ensuring your application is expertly handled to support efficient, compliant outcomes.
We assist with new applications, license variations, and ongoing compliance. With established relationships at Liquor and Gaming NSW, we help your venue meet all regulatory requirements.
We prepare essential operational documents, including Plans of Management, environmental assessments, and waste management plans, ensuring your project’s compliance and operational success.
Our due diligence and feasibility assessments provide insights on site suitability, compliance requirements, and potential risks, helping you make informed decisions.
When disputes arise, we represent your interests through expert mediation, appeals, and Land and Environment Court representation, advocating on your behalf for favourable outcomes.
As members of the NTIA and PIA, we stay aligned with industry best practices, advocating for the hospitality sector and providing guidance informed by evolving regulations.
At Consume, we’re more than planners—we’re dedicated partners who understand the unique needs of the hospitality sector. Visit consumeplanning.com.au to learn how we can support your growth, keep your venue compliant, and help you create a lasting impact in NSW’s hospitality landscape.
Mon - Fri: 8:30am - 5:30pm |
Weekends on request
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We acknowledge that we live and work on Aboriginal land and recognise the strength, resilience and capacity of First Nations Australians. We also acknowledge all of the traditional owners of the land in NSW, and pay respect to First Nations Elders, past and present.
