Your smart planning assistant for any property in Australia
What can I build? How much
will it cost?
And how do I do it?
Archsemble brings together everything you need to know about your property —
zoning, overlays, setbacks, heights, and local council rules — all in one place. Get
instant answers about what you can build, what it will cost, and the exact steps to
make it happen.
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Trusted by homeowners, architects, builders and developers across Australia
Get Planning Answers Instantly
No more waiting on hold for the council. No more guessing about planning rules.
Archsemble gives you instant access to everything you need — zoning information, cost
estimates, and expert guidance — so you can start building with confidence today.
Instant Property & Planning Insights
Get instant access to zoning information, overlays (bushfire, flood, heritage), building heights, setbacks, and key planning rules from your local council — all in one clear report.
Upload Plans & Get Cost Estimates
Upload PDFs of your drawings and Archsemble will automatically review them, provide planning guidance, and give you a detailed cost estimate for your project — helping you budget with confidence.
Ask Questions Anytime
Archsemble is available 24/7 to answer questions about your site, your project, and the rules that apply. Get clear answers in plain English — no council waiting times, no technical jargon.
Who do we help?
Whether you're building your dream home, managing a construction project, or advising clients — Archsemble has the answers you need.
Homeowners
Building a retaining wall? Planning a new house or extension? Get instant answers about what you can build, zoning rules, and planning requirements before you spend a dollar.
Builders
Need detailed land information before quoting? Quickly understand site constraints, setbacks, and planning overlays. Make informed decisions and avoid costly surprises mid-project.
Architects
Access council documents instantly. Ask planning questions and get immediate, accurate answers. Speed up your design process with real-time compliance checks and site analysis.
Certifiers & Consultants
Verify compliance requirements quickly. Access comprehensive site data, overlays, and planning provisions in seconds. Deliver faster, more accurate assessments for your clients.
Simple, smart, and built for Australians
How Archsemble works
From entering your address to getting your cost estimate — your complete planning assistant in just a few steps.
01
Enter your property address
Simply enter your address or upload your plans, and Archsemble instantly locates your property and pulls in all the relevant zoning, overlays, and council rules that apply to your site.
Example: Enter your property address to get started...
- Automatic location detection and mapping
- Council and planning records pulled instantly
- Complete parcel information at your fingertips
02
Tell us what you're building
Whether it's a new home, an extension, a deck, or a retaining wall — tell Archsemble what you're planning. This helps focus on the specific rules and requirements that matter for your project.
Example: New home, Extension, Deck, Retaining wall...
- Tailored compliance checks for your specific project
- Relevant regulations highlighted automatically
- Skip irrelevant information and focus on what matters
03
See your planning & zoning snapshot
Archsemble instantly shows you the key planning rules — zoning, overlays, building heights, setbacks, heritage controls, and flood or bushfire risks. You'll see exactly what regulations apply to your property in clear, simple language.
Example: R2 Residential • Min. setback: 6m • Heritage overlay • DA likely required
- Comprehensive zoning and overlay analysis
- Clear breakdown of all applicable regulations
- Instant identification of required approvals
04
Understand your approval pathway
Learn whether your project may qualify for CDC (Complying Development) or requires a full Development Application. Archsemble breaks down the approval process so you know exactly what to expect and can plan accordingly.
Example: Next steps: Your project qualifies for Complying Development (CDC) — faster approval, lower cost.
- Practical, actionable steps tailored to your project
- Clear timelines and cost estimates
- Contact details for key stakeholders
05
Upload plans & get detailed costing
Upload PDFs of your drawings, and Archsemble automatically reviews them for compliance and provides a detailed cost estimate for your project. Get planning guidance and accurate budgeting — all from your plans.
Example: Upload your plans (PDF) to get cost estimates...
- Drag and drop file uploads
- Automatic cost estimates from your plans
- Planning guidance based on your drawings
06
Archsemble anything, anytime
Archsemble is available 24/7 to answer questions about your site, your project, and the rules that apply. Ask in plain English and get clear answers — no waiting on council phone lines, no confusion about regulations.
Example: Archsemble: 'Will this design need council approval?'
- Get answers in plain English, 24/7
- Full chat history preserved with the property
- No waiting on council phone lines
07
Move forward with confidence
Export everything you need to share with your architect, builder, or council. Archsemble helps you make smart, compliant decisions from day one — so you can move forward with confidence and avoid costly delays.
Example: Download complete reports & share with your team (Pro)
- Export complete reports and chat history
- Share with your architect, builder, or council
- Move forward with confidence and avoid delays