Managing Director, Doyen Town Planning Consultants
Rhys is the Managing Director of Doyen Town Planning Consultants. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning and brings more than a decade of experience across the public and private sectors, having worked on residential, subdivision, commercial and industrial projects.
His particular expertise includes subdivision development management, with involvement extending from initial feasibility and planning approvals through delivery coordination, plan sealing and coordination of titling. This work brings together planning advice, consultant coordination and the post-approval requirements involved in progressing a subdivision through to new titles.
Doyen’s planning expertise extends across residential, subdivision, commercial and industrial development throughout South East Queensland. The practice assists with projects ranging from new homes and extensions to units, townhouses, business premises and industrial facilities, providing planning advice, development application services and post-approval support.
Working with Rhys and Doyen Planning has been a true game-changer for us. Rhys’ ability to assess, identify and most importantly find solutions for Town Planning issues are the best we’ve dealt with.
Haimes Homes
We used Rhys at Doyen Town Planning for the DA application for our new house build. Rhys was very knowledgeable and very easy to deal with. He was able to think outside the box and get things done which others said weren't possible. I highly recommend Doyen's services to anyone.
Michael
I received great service from Doyen Town Planning. They promptly prepared the development application documentation and in a manner so as to avoid objections from the Council. They kept me informed throughout the entire process and everything went very smoothly.
Tracey
Exceptional service and outstanding results! Rhys Doyen Planning delivered my project on time, within budget, and exceeded my expectations. Their professionalism, expertise, and communication skills are top-notch. Highly recommended.
K Brar Australia
Doyen was recommended by our designer, was such a great referral. The team were very efficient and responsive throughout the entire process, they got back to us when promised and were transparent about the development process.
J Waite
Fast turnaround helping me make an appropriate commercial decision
Jan
Doyen Town Planning were excellent to deal with, when exploring subdivision options for one of my investment properties.
Ryan
My client received very attentive professional service from Rhys of Doyen. Great results with pragmatic, commercial guidance and speedy response times throughout our DA process with Council. Can highly recommend Rhys and DTP.
Sam
A very professional experience and I thank Rhianna for keeping me update and informed through this journey. I will certainly use Doyen town planning again, I can’t recommend them enough!
Sally
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