Case Studies
Case Studies
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Below is a selected list of projects that we completed. To know how we could assist you, please contact us
Childcare Centre Case Studies
Early Education

Bellfield Childcare Centre Town Planning Application
Project Scope:
PPC Urban was engaged by a childcare operator and developer to project manage a town planning application for a childcare centre in the City of Banyule. The project involved transforming an outdated 50-place kindergarten into a modern childcare centre with increased capacity while adhering to a limited $500,000 budget. PPC Urban also conducted a market assessment to validate demand and financial feasibility before the planning application.
Outcome:
- Achieved a 40% capacity increase through a small building extension and functional layout improvements.
- Secured town planning approval efficiently.
- Confirmed market demand for childcare services, leading to the successful engagement of a childcare operator.

Beveridge Childcare Centre Permit Application
Project Scope:
PPC Urban managed a town planning application for a 120-place childcare centre, along with infrastructure agreement negotiations, planning scheme amendments, a draft Development Contributions Plan (DCP), and a market assessment.
Outcome:
- Secured a lease agreement with a childcare operator at an attractive rental rate due to the functional design.
- Successfully contested Council's DCP costing, increasing road infrastructure funding from $600,000 to $3.4 million, making the project buyable.
- Enabled the creation of over 150 childcare places.

Market Assessment for Islamic Community, Epping
Project Scope:
Prepared a comprehensive needs assessment for a proposed 138-place childcare centre catering to the Islamic community in Epping, Victoria.
Outcome:
- Demonstrated local demand for 62–88 additional childcare places by 2031.
- Highlighted the site’s strategic location for commuter convenience and community growth.
- Secured planning approval from the City of Whittlesea.
SDA Case Studies
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)

SDA Needs Assessment, Australia
Project Scope:
Analysed housing needs across Greater Melbourne and regional Victorian cities to identify gaps in SDA housing supply and forecast high-demand areas.
Outcome:
- Identified priority areas and housing types to address market needs.
- Provided recommendations to guide developers in high-demand SDA investment.

Town Planning Applications for SDA
Project Scope:
Managed and prepared town planning applications for SDA homes across Melbourne and regional Victoria, including High Physical Support and Robust accommodation types.
Outcome:
- Facilitated planning approvals for diverse SDA housing projects in urban and regional locations.
Healthcare & Medical Case Studies
Healthcare & Medical

Moorabbin Healthcare Precinct, Victoria
Project Scope:
Conducted a market assessment to evaluate the feasibility of a healthcare precinct, including private hospitals, allied health, and specialist services.
Outcome:
- Confirmed growing demand for private healthcare due to population growth and ageing demographics.
- Enabled the client to double their project footprint through strategic land acquisition.
- Delivered a market report that secured healthcare operator leases for 80% of the site prior to construction.

Greater Melbourne Long Day Care Market Assessment
Project Scope:
PPC Urban conducted a regional needs assessment for a national childcare operator to identify areas with high future demand and low supply of childcare services.
Outcome:
- Identified strategic locations for development.
- Enabled the client to acquire sites for future childcare centres aligned with market demand.
Subdivision Case Studies
Subdivision

Epping Broadacre Subdivision
Project Scope:
Managed a staged subdivision project to deliver 80 individually titled lots in Epping while overcoming environmental constraints.
Outcome:
- Increased development yield by 20% through strategic planning.
- Integrated SDA homes within the subdivision, enhancing community accessibility.

Subdivision Planning Permit in Tarneit
Project Scope:
Delivered an 87-lot subdivision permit, including a super lot for future development.
Outcome:
- Achieved functional and attractive designs while navigating challenges with adjoining land permits.
Industrial Case Studies
Industrial

E-Waste Recycling Centre, Truganina, Victoria
Project Scope:
Secured rapid planning approval for an e-waste recycling centre, collaborating with multiple regulatory bodies, including the EPA and CFA.
Outcome:
- Achieved town planning approval within three months.
- Developed comprehensive site management plans, ensuring regulatory compliance.