Planning consultancy
We see the big picture and never overlook the details.
We see the big picture
and never overlook the details.
The numerous bodies involved in town planning can make a project seem daunting, complex, and convoluted. Thanks to our collaborative approach, these challenges turn into opportunities. We aim to be flexible, adaptable, and open to facilitate prompt onward steps, but always with your vision at the forefront.
We support our clients from early concept decision-making to delivery, providing comprehensive support to navigate the technical and policy requirements throughout the planning system. Strategic lateral thinking means we identify and anticipate new avenues of opportunity to ensure your objectives and aspirations are met.
Accredited planning consultants with a fresh, collaborative approach.
Obscure legislation, policies that vary from region to region, and complex compliance regulations—navigating town planning can feel perplexing and stressful. How do you know if you're missing vital steps? Will you meet your project's strict deadlines? Are there risks you simply don't have sight of? We're qualified experts in all these matters, engaging the local planning authority, handling public consultation, and making informed decisions with your best interests in clear view.
Work with us on town planning and we will:
Identify potential site opportunities informed by tech insights.
Undertaking site appraisals and providing the proper responses.
Pre-application engagement with the local planning authority.
Managing public consultation and input on planning applications.
Strategic development advice and guidance throughout the process.
Securing planning permission of the proposed development.
We draw together external factors like environmental considerations, health and safety compliance, and internal factors like time and budget constraints to form a clear picture of exactly where you stand with your proposal. Cutting-edge digital tools allow us to spatially understand potential physical constraints and opportunities alongside policy requirements while collaborating with architects and other designers gives us the best scope of informed responses at every stage of the project.
The fresh approach
you're looking for
We’re a part
of your team.
We work alongside you and your team, getting up close and personal with your business to understand what makes you tick and how we can provide value.
Frequently asked
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As is often the case with planning, it depends! Every site and proposal is different, so the answer will depend on what you want to build, where the site is located and the planning policies that apply to it.
We will review your proposal against local and national planning policy, identify any constraints and advise on what may be achievable before you invest significant time and money in the project.
Planning permission may not be granted if a proposal conflicts with planning policy or would result in unacceptable impacts. Common issues can include impacts on neighbouring properties, heritage assets, highway safety, the Green Belt or the natural environment.
However, planning is a balancing exercise, and any harms may be outweighed by benefits such as new homes, regeneration, or high-quality design.
In some cases, a planning committee may refuse an application that officers recommend for approval. Where this occurs, the Planning Inspectorate can determine the application through the appeal process.
The information required will depend on the type, scale and location of the development.
Most applications require architectural drawings and supporting documents such as a Planning Statement or Design and Access Statement. Depending on the proposal, additional reports may also be needed, such as ecology surveys, transport assessments, heritage statements, flood risk assessments or viability appraisals.
We can help identify these requirements at an early stage, helping to avoid delays during the application process.
Risks such as policy constraints, local or political sensitivities, and the need for time-sensitive surveys can be identified at an early stage by a planning consultant. Additional certainty can then be obtained through proactive pre-application engagement with the local planning authority.
