OPPIDA SCIENTIFIC

City Design, Planning and Policy

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The City, Science and Method

Oppida Scientific, was established with the aim of achieving real results for our clients by demystifying urban planning, its jargon and esoteric concepts with the application of "science" and method. We ask "why" first; before how, what or when to ensure that our advice is informed by deep thinking and sound research.

Oppida Scientific - science based thinking for shaping cities and regions

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ABOUT

Peter Mann (Masters of Urban Development & Design, BA (Hons) Geography) , has over 25 years urban planning , city design, development policy and management experience in New South Wales State and local government and the private sector which is complimented by interstate and international project work.

Peter and Oppida Scientific offer a different approach, integrating the key aspects of planning, urban design, economics, policy and systems analysis to achieve real results through innovation. Peter, has previously been manager of strategic planning at 2 local governments, worked for the NSW Department of Industry, Planning & Environment and undertaken private sector projects locally and oversees.

We do things differently at Oppida Scientific by challenging assumptions, current thinking and past convention with the application of science, method and experience to achieve positive results for a better future.

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LOCAL GOVERNMENT

A Comprehensive Approach

Our services help local governments develop comprehensive planning strategies and assist with the implementation of State government planning policies at the local level. This includes the preparation of strategies, plans and planning instruments compliant with the principles of State government policy, but which are based on actual development capacity, local requirements & infrastructure constraints.

Oppida scientific offers local government a whole of systems approach ranging from planning policy to urban design and development strategies, to planning and impact assessment.

STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

Policy for the Future

Sound government policy is essential for the future success of our cities . Planning systems have to be designed with a purpose , but all too often fail in their implementation at the local level. With significant State and local government experience Oppida Scientific assists in the design of policy and its implementation through on the ground planning mechanisms.

Specialising in the areas of planning systems, citywide design, housing, affordability, employment generating development and urban geography we assist government in designing their policies and policy planning frameworks for success by bridging the gap between policy objectives local authorities and State agencies.

BUSINESS & INVESTMENT

Success Through Knowledge

Dealing with the ambiguities and the complexity of planning systems and government can be challenging. At Oppida we have had experience working in State & local government, the private sector and in the spaces in between. We strive to assist our clients by using our knowledge of the planning system and its actors to minimise delay and reduce risk by providing issue management and advocacy services.

For Australian and international business we offer a range of urban design, planning, development & project management services to aid you in delivering your projects. We can add value in identifying and appraising development opportunities and establishing approval pathways.

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SERVICES

Sydney Metropolitan, Regional NSW & Interstate

URBAN PLANNING

Regional, citywide & local planning

Strategic plans

Development strategy

Land use & master planning

Heritage planning & impact assessment

Community strategic plans

Planning method & heuristics

Public consultation & workshops

CITY DESIGN

Citywide urban design

Structure Planning

Town Centre & precinct design

Spatial, morphological & density analysis

Townscape & streetscape analysis

Place Making

POLICY & RESEARCH

Policy advisory & formulation

Governance & planning systems

Economic & urban geography

Urban policy & development strategy

Housing & Employment lands

Open space & facilities provision

Post COVID Urbanism

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IMPLEMENTATION

Zoning schemes

Development Control Plans

Regional & District Plan implementation

State policy implementation

Statutory requirements

Advocacy & issue management

MANAGEMENT & TRAINING

Management reviews
Systems analysis
Organisational planning & integration
Knowledge management
Information systems
Technical training & team building

PROJECT

Issue scoping & project design

Brief preparation

Project management

Team leadership

Planning studies

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PLACE & PRACTICE

Oppida has developed a unique, proprietary system for managing change in cities called PLACE & PRACTICE. Combining city design, physical planning , systems thinking, knowledge management, organisational learning, behavioural dynamics and change management techniques it provides a method and mechanisms for evolving cities, planning systems & resolving implementation issues particularly suited to government organisations

Please contact us if you would like to know more about how PLACE & PRACTICE can assist your organisation to achieve better physical, policy, sustainability & financial results for evolving our cities and regions to meet future needs.

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