Community engagement: What’s in it for you?

When Three Plus delivers community engagement and public consultation campaigns for property developments and infrastructure projects we expect to add significant value.

Our best clients understand that good community engagement ensures their project proceeds smoothly and with reduced risk.

Many communities now have a well-developed understanding of the principles of consultation and Governments are demanding thorough processes and commitment. Sometimes, this means community engagement is unavoidable.

Yet even unpopular projects can benefit from talking to community stakeholders. You will learn precisely who is against your proposal and why, and they appreciate a chance to be heard. You might also confirm that any opponents are a vocal minority.

If you are not an articulate advocate for your project, opponents will step up and have their say. They will fear the worst about a project’s impact. But actively bringing all members of local communities into discussions also often leads to the development of creative solutions to issues.

As well as reducing risk, working with the community can add genuine value. For infrastructure projects it can drive innovation and value for money; for property development, it is important early marketing of a project.

The first people to arrive at a Three Plus community information session for a planned property development are frequently wanting to invest. Some benefits of public consultation include:

  • Risk mitigation;
  • Minimised delays to approval;
  • Value for money optimised;
  • Innovative ideas;
  • Efficient use of resources; and
  • Enhanced reputation.

The Three Plus team, which includes IAP2 accredited professionals will help you successfully develop, deliver and lead authentic engagement processes for your property developments and infrastructure projects. Contact us today for more information.

HSW Nominees engaged Three Plus to plan and implement a community and stakeholder engagement program as part of its development application process for its Howard Smith Wharves project. Three Plus successfully delivered community and stakeholder engagement, media relations and issues management, strategic communications and marketing collateral.