
OCTOBER URBAN
Visual Impact assessments | urban design | town planning
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VISUAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS
A Visual Impact Assessment (VIA) is a systematic study that evaluates how proposed developments might alter the visual aspects of a landscape. It identifies potential impacts and explores strategies to mitigate them.
A good VIA can be crucial for understanding and addressing concerns about how developments may affect the visual appeal of an area. By pinpointing potential issues and proposing solutions, the VIA helps maintain the integrity of landscapes and scenic values.
A VIA is typically required for significant developments that could have notable visual impacts on the surroundings. It's often integrated into broader environmental assessments but can also stand alone to address specific visual concerns efficiently.
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URBAN PLANNING & DESIGN
Urban planning and design are the cornerstones of our towns and cities, shaping both their physical landscapes and social fabric and investigating the historic and theoretical underpinnings of urban place making.
By exploring key dynamics like climate adaptation, equity, and housing affordability, we gain insights into contemporary urban environments. Good urban planning examines inclusive community development and historical impacts, fostering a deeper understanding of urban complexities.
Research enables strategic plans for urban transformation in diverse socio-economic contexts.
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TOWN PLANNING
Town planning is the strategic management of land use and development within defined areas. This process encompasses the formulation of plans and policies that dictate how land should be utilised. Additionally, it involves the careful evaluation of development proposals to ascertain their compliance with these plans and policies.
Through meticulous planning and assessment, the town planning process endeavours to create harmonious and sustainable environments that cater to the needs of communities while promoting efficient land utilisation.
Development Applications
Modification Applictions
Planning Proposals
Statement of Environmental Effects
CPTED / Social mpact
october urban
October Urban is a multi faceted studio that strives to achieve appropriate development outcomes.
Serving a diverse clientele including individuals, architects, developers, and councils, we adopt a unique perspective that bridges the public and private sectors. This allows us to offer services with a comprehensive understanding of both sectoral requirements and aspirations.
By fostering partnerships and understanding the needs of all stakeholders, we strive to create development solutions that enhance communities and promote sustainable growth.
October Urban was founded by Rebecca Taylor, drawing from her diverse experience in the architecture and planning industry across Sydney, Newcastle, and the Central Coast. Our focus is on providing specialised services in urban planning and development.
We have worked on a variety of development proposals, including small-scale residential projects and large-scale commercial, industrial, and mixed-use developments. At October Urban, our goal is to contribute to the creation of sustainable and thriving communities through thoughtful planning and design.