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Northern Sydney to Hunter Region

Landscape Planning
& Drafting Design

From Concept Through to Council Approval

Jacqui Ray Landscape Planning

Landscape Design & Planning

WE PLAN YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE — FROM CONCEPT THROUGH TO APPROVAL

We are a landscape planning and drafting studio providing a professional design, documentation and council approval service to bring your outdoor vision to reality.

Are you planning to landscape your home, add a pool, or need council approval for your development? We ensure your landscape plans are both functional and beautifully designed — and fully compliant with local council requirements.

Navigating council approvals can be complex, which is why we work closely with clients throughout the entire process. From the initial consultation to the final submission, we're there every step of the way.

What We Do

Our Services

Landscape Design Plans

Individually designed, site-specific landscape plans from small courtyards to large residential sites — native, water-wise, or sleek contemporary styles.

Swimming Pool Design & Approval

Pool design, drafting and full council approval documentation for Development Applications and Complying Development Certificates.

Council Development Applications (DAs)

Landscape plans prepared to council specification for Development Application submissions across Northern Sydney, Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Hunter LGAs.

Complying Development Certificates (CDC)

Landscape documentation for CDC approvals — a faster alternative to the full DA process for eligible residential works.

Horticultural Advice & Planting Plans

Expert plant selection and horticultural advice based on 25+ years experience — tailored to your soil, aspect, and local conditions.

25+ Years
Experience
in Landscape
Design & Planning

About Us

Jacqui Ray — Landscape Designer and Drafting Planner

Jacqui Ray Landscape Planning offers a complete and experienced approach to landscape design and drafting. With over 25 years specialising in residential gardens, pool design, and council documentation from Northern Sydney to the Hunter region, we provide a full design-to-approval service.

Our practice specialises in individually designed, site-specific landscape solutions — from compact courtyard spaces to large residential properties. We work across a range of styles: from sleek, contemporary outdoor rooms to water-efficient native gardens that thrive in the local climate.

Jacqui's background in horticulture, combined with comprehensive knowledge of local council planning requirements, means you can be confident the plans will be both beautiful and approvable.

Jacqui has also contributed research and design to TV lifestyle programs including Selling Houses Australia and Better Homes and Gardens.

Jacqui Ray

Director & Principal Landscape Planner

M: 0417 680 228  |  E: info@jacquiray.com.au

Get In Touch

Let's Talk About Your Project

Phone / Mobile 02 4377 1422  |  0417 680 228
Postal Address PO Box 999, Mangrove Mtn NSW 2375
Servicing Northern Sydney, Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Hunter Local Government Areas.

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