How would you feel if your dream of building a new home on a suburban property suddenly turns into a nightmarish ordeal? Imagine the shock and dismay when a family's hopes got crushed after demolishing their existing house, only to discover that they couldn't build on the site due to unforeseen zoning regulations.

It raises a pressing question: How could such assumptions about property improvements lead to devastating consequences?

To shed light on this topic, we've invited Eli Gescheit, an esteemed urban planner with over 15 years of experience and Director of Navon Planning. With his profound understanding of local councils and the needs of property owners, Eli is uniquely positioned to guide us through the intricate process of gaining approval for property enhancements.

Prepare to be enlightened as we embark on a journey alongside an urban planner who has witnessed firsthand the impact of misguided assumptions.

Learn how to navigate the terrain of property improvements with greater confidence and avoid potential pitfalls that could jeopardise your dreams.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

02:11 - Understanding the basics of the planning process in its entirety

04:10 - Two types of town planners and their roles in the context of councils and government

06:25 - Demolishing a brick home without approval from a town planner’s perspective

09:45 - Due diligence that goes beyond just the zoning certificate

12:52 - Property risks: Floods, bushfires, and their impact on property evaluation

16:17 - Overland flooding and flooding in Brisbane

20:06 - Various misconceptions and mistakes people make regarding their own properties

24:33 - What home improvements can you do without the need of a development approval?

31:27 - Repercussions of non-compliance in property transactions

36:16 - Roles and boundaries for illegal property work in Sydney

38:39 - Getting approvals for large property developments

43:23 - The impact of your relationship with neighbours on your property development plans

45:38 - What happens if your application gets disapproved?

48:09 - The difference between going to court vs consulting with a local agent

51:49 - The process involved in court cases and negotiations related to legal matters

57:49 - The importance of having a relationship with counsel in your pre-DA

1:00:16 - Eli Gescheit’s property dumbo

About Our Guest:

Eli Gescheit — Director of Navon Planning, is an experienced urban planner with over 15 years’ working in various Councils and consultancies, including Waverley Council and Hurstville Council (Now known as Georges River Council), at leading planning consultancy, Urbis and at Neustein Urban. Eli knows the ins and outs of Councils while also understanding client’s requirements. He possesses negotiating skills and regularly appears as an expert witness before the NSW Land and Environment Court.

Connect withEli Gescheit:
Connect with Eli on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eligescheit/
Join Eli’s Masterclass https://www.navonsolutions.com.au/masterclass/

Resources:
Visit our website https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au
If you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:
The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au
Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.au
Work with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au
Looking for a Mortgage Broker? https://www.blusk.au
Work with Chris: hello@blusk.com.au

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How would you feel if your dream of building a new home on a suburban property suddenly turns into a nightmarish ordeal? Imagine the shock and dismay when a family's hopes got crushed after demolishing their existing house, only to discover that they couldn't build on the site due to unforeseen zoning regulations.
It raises a pressing question: How could such assumptions about property improvements lead to devastating consequences?
To shed light on this topic, we've invited Eli Gescheit, an esteemed urban planner with over 15 years of experience and Director of Navon Planning. With his profound understanding of local councils and the needs of property owners, Eli is uniquely positioned to guide us through the intricate process of gaining approval for property enhancements.
Prepare to be enlightened as we embark on a journey alongside an urban planner who has witnessed firsthand the impact of misguided assumptions.
Learn how to navigate the terrain of property improvements with greater confidence and avoid potential pitfalls that could jeopardise your dreams.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Introduction
02:11 - Understanding the basics of the planning process in its entirety
04:10 - Two types of town planners and their roles in the context of councils and government
06:25 - Demolishing a brick home without approval from a town planner’s perspective
09:45 - Due diligence that goes beyond just the zoning certificate
12:52 - Property risks: Floods, bushfires, and their impact on property evaluation
16:17 - Overland flooding and flooding in Brisbane
20:06 - Various misconceptions and mistakes people make regarding their own properties
24:33 - What home improvements can you do without the need of a development approval?
31:27 - Repercussions of non-compliance in property transactions
36:16 - Roles and boundaries for illegal property work in Sydney
38:39 - Getting approvals for large property developments
43:23 - The impact of your relationship with neighbours on your property development plans
45:38 - What happens if your application gets disapproved?
48:09 - The difference between going to court vs consulting with a local agent
51:49 - The process involved in court cases and negotiations related to legal matters
57:49 - The importance of having a relationship with counsel in your pre-DA
1:00:16 - Eli Gescheit’s property dumbo
About Our Guest:
Eli Gescheit — Director of Navon Planning, is an experienced urban planner with over 15 years’ working in various Councils and consultancies, including Waverley Council and Hurstville Council (Now known as Georges River Council), at leading planning consultancy, Urbis and at Neustein Urban. Eli knows the ins and outs of Councils while also understanding client’s requirements. He possesses negotiating skills and regularly appears as an expert witness before the NSW Land and Environment Court.
Connect with Eli Gescheit:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Connect with Eli on LinkedIn <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eligescheit/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/eligescheit/</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Join Eli’s Masterclass <a href="https://www.navonsolutions.com.au/masterclass/">https://www.navonsolutions.com.au/masterclass/</a></li>
</ul>
Resources:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Visit our website <a href="https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au">https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">If you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:</li>
<ul>
<li aria-level="2">The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - <a href="mailto:questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au">questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au</a></li>
</ul>
<li aria-level="1">Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? <a href="http://www.gooddeeds.com.au/">https://www.gooddeeds.com.au</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Work with Veronica: <a href="http://www.veronicamorgan.com.au">https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Looking for a Mortgage Broker? <a href="http://www.blusk.au">https://www.blusk.au</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Work with Chris: <a href="mailto:hello@wealthful.com.au">hello@blusk.com.au</a></li>
</ul>
Enjoyed the podcast? Don't miss out on what's yet to come! Hit that subscription button, spread the word and join us for more insightful discussions in real estate. Your journey starts now!
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@theelephantintheroom-podcast">https://www.youtube.com/@theelephantintheroom-podcast</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room-property-podcast/id1384822719">https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room-property-podcast/id1384822719</a></li>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ge1626dgnmK0RyKPcXjP0?si=26cde394fa854765">https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ge1626dgnmK0RyKPcXjP0?si=26cde394fa854765</a></li>
</ul>

Who's really in control when you buy a property?

The Elephant In The Room is where the things that no one wants to talk about, actually get talked about.  

Veronica Morgan, real estate agent, buyers agent and co-host of Foxtel’s Location Location Location Australia & Chris Bates, financial planner, mortgage broker and wealth coach have joined forces to find out what’s really going on in the world of real estate.

Veronica and Chris talk to property owners and buyers every day in their respective lines of business. They’ve observed a wide spectrum of confidence in people’s decision making ability when buying and selling property, often to the detriment of the individuals concerned. They are both fascinated by consumer behaviour and together they’re going to uncover who’s really making the decisions when you buy a property.

In each episode they get into the psyche of buyers, agents, auctioneers and other industry experts to learn the truth about how buyers are influenced and why they do the things they do. In every episode you’ll learn from the mistakes of a “property dumbo” as well as Chris & Veronica’s “elephant rider bootcamp” training session.

The plan? This property podcast has been created to help us all make better property decisions!

We talk about the things no one wants to talk about in the Property Market

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