Fast, Council-Compliant Shadow Diagrams for Planning & DA Submissions
WeShadow provides professional shadow diagram services across Australia, supporting development applications, planning approvals, and council submissions.
Our shadow diagrams are prepared to meet local council requirements and are suitable for use in DA lodgements, complying development certificates, and planning reports.
We work remotely and deliver shadow diagrams for all Australian states and territories, helping architects, designers, builders, planners, and property owners meet approval requirements efficiently and accurately.
Australia-Wide Shadow Diagram Services
Our shadow diagrams are commonly required for:
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Development Applications (DA)
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Planning permit submissions
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Council impact assessments
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Neighbour overshadowing studies
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Medium- and high-density developments
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Residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects
Whether your project is in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, or regional Australia, we can prepare compliant shadow diagrams tailored to your local council controls.
Council-Ready & Planning-Focused
All shadow diagrams are produced using accurate site data and relevant solar angles, and are presented clearly for assessment by councils and private certifiers. Our drawings are designed to integrate seamlessly with architectural and planning documentation.
We regularly assist with:
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Overshadowing compliance checks
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Equinox and solstice shadow diagrams
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Neighbour impact assessments
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Planning report attachments
Who We Work With
WeShadow supports clients across Australia, including:
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Architects and building designers
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Town planners and planning consultants
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Builders and developers
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Homeowners preparing DA submissions
Our service is ideal when you need fast turnaround, clear documentation, and reliable technical accuracy.
Why Choose WeShadow
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Australia-wide service
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Remote delivery — no site visit required
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Council-ready shadow diagrams
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Clear, easy-to-read outputs
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Fast turnaround times
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Competitive, transparent pricing
We focus on doing one thing well: providing dependable shadow diagrams that help your application move forward.
Get a Shadow Diagram for Your Project
If you need a shadow diagram for a planning or DA submission anywhere in Australia, contact WeShadow today.
We’ll confirm requirements, review your drawings, and prepare your shadow diagrams efficiently and professionally.
Buy Now
Choose the option that works best for you:
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Pay in Full Now: Get started and save $50 on your project.
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Start with a Deposit: Secure your spot for $50 and pay the remaining balance after the shadow is done. (Full price, No discount)
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For complicated projects -We'll let you know if there's an additional fee before we get started.
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Have questions? Fill out the inquiry form below, and we'll send you a tailored quote.
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Type Of Shadow Diagrams
Shadow Diagram Requirements
Shadow diagrams must clearly illustrate the location of the proposed development, and meet the following criteria:
2. Adjoining Properties and Structures
3. Shadow Extent and Impact
4. Private Open Space (POS)
5. Elevation Diagrams
6. Proper Plan Presentation
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Show the location and relationship of adjoining buildings and land, including street number and address.
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Include property boundaries, fences, and adjoining structures.
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Indicate the positioning and levels of windows and openings on neighbouring buildings as per the survey plan.
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Identify the use of rooms where windows are impacted by shadows.
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Clearly distinguish between existing and proposed shadows, including those cast by the proposed development, existing buildings, and buildings on adjoining land.
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Shadows cast by fences and structures must be shown. Shadows cast by trees and vegetation are to be excluded.
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Depict all areas affected by shadow, not just the outline—mark the entire shadowed area.
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Show the total area in square metres of neighbouring private open space (POS).
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Provide calculations and percentages of POS area covered by shadows on both existing and proposed plans.
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If shadows fall upon any wall of a neighbouring building, provide elevation or vertical shadow diagrams.
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Include a legend explaining all symbols, colours, and any other graphical elements (e.g., existing structures to remain).
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Draw all diagrams to true north and at a scale of 1:100 or 1:200 at least.