BANYULE CITY COUNCIL
Landscape Architect Banyule- Planning & Development Landscape Design
Working Within the Banyule City Council Planning Framework
Banyule places strong emphasis on environmental outcomes, canopy tree retention and biodiversity-sensitive landscape design. Landscape architecture supporting planning applications must respond to ResCode (Clause 55) objectives while integrating ecological considerations and neighbourhood character outcomes.
Planning considerations
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Protection and integration of existing vegetation
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Canopy tree provision consistent with urban forest strategies
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Deep soil landscape zones supporting long-term growth
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WSUD and environmentally responsive planting design
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Landscape responses aligned with hillside and vegetated character areas.
Landscape Design Response
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Landscape strategies for planning permits
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Clause 55 garden area and landscape responses
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Multi-residential and townhouse landscape design
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Rooftop and communal open space planning.
Hey! I'm Mark, Landscape Architect & Director of Adaptive Landscape Design.
With over a decade of experience, across Melbourne and Sydney in both design and construction, I've helped clients bring ideas to life with smart, practical design.
From residential sites to complex developments, commercial and civic spaces, I have created designs that balance creativity with construction know-how. My job is to make sure what we draw can actually be built, and built well.
Good design isn’t just how it looks, it’s how it functions.

What our Clients Have to Say
We undertook a 10 month major house and garden renovation and have been living back home for a year now. Mark designed the soft and hard landscaping and was a delight to work with. It was a productive collaboration from beginning to end.
Client Review
We recently worked with Mark to design plans for our garden renovation, and we couldn’t be happier with the outcome. Mark’s attention to detail was impeccable, ensuring every aspect of the design was thoughtfully considered.
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We started the journey of getting the planning permit from the council which involved a Landscape Plan. Mark has stood out for his professionalism and quality of work. On time, impeccable attention to detail and effective in his communication. His calmness and patience cannot go unnoticed.
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Whether you're envisioning a new space or seeking to transform an existing one, let's start a conversation. We'd love to hear from you
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