We offer a full range of planning services to provide commercial solutions to all types of development projects across the UK.
SITE APPRAISALS & FEASIBILITIES
We provide clients with quick expert analysis of the opportunities and constraints of future development sites. By providing a detailed analysis we enable our clients to make informed judgements on site acquisitions and development prospects.
APPLICATIONS & PORTFOLIO CONSULTANCY
We offer planning consultancy support for several major landowners and investors on their property portfolios. This includes strategic planning advice, support for a range of minor and major applications, local policy representations and representations on neighbouring schemes.
We provide a full service in respect of advising on, managing and submitting Full / Outline Planning, Listed Building Consent and Prior Approval Applications, as well as a range of other applications to help clients secure maximum value from their sites.
As project coordinators, we help the client by managing the application process, working with other consultants, negotiating with Local Planning Authorities and other statutory bodies and assisting public engagement. This process includes advising clients on Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Contributions and Section 106 Obligations and planning conditions.
CONSENT DELIVERY
We understand that the construction process is often both complex and long, and that delays on- site can lead to significant additional costs to clients. We have extensive experience of managing planning consultancy for on-site delivery, including approval of conditions and submission of minor and non-material amendments to ensure planning matters do not delay the successful delivery of schemes.
APPEALS
We have a strong track record in securing successful appeal decisions on a wide range of projects. This includes major Public Inquiries, Hearings and Written Representations. We work closely with the client and legal advisers in assessing the best method of appeal and the evidence required to ensure the highest chance of success.
EXPERT WITNESS
We can help clients by providing expert witness evidence for Appeals, Tribunals and other legal matters relating to complex planning issues. We provide objective and comprehensive evidence to support their case by leveraging the experience and expertise of our staff.
LOCAL & STRATEGIC POLICY REPRESENTATIONS
We assist clients in presenting detailed evidence at all stages of the Development Plan process in order to maximise the opportunities and values of their sites. This can include site assembly and promotion opportunities, putting the strongest possible case forward for our clients’ sites to come forward at the earliest opportunity. It can also include detailed land use policy representations to ensure that flexibility is applied by Local Planning Authorities on future schemes.
THIRD PARTY COMMENTS / OBJECTIONS
Are you feeling frustrated by a recent decision made by your local Council? Perhaps you are concerned about a new building development or changes to your neighbourhood that you disagree with. Writing an objection letter to your Council can be an effective way to voice your concerns and make your voice heard. We can assist you with this.
The Council can only take into account material planning considerations when looking at your comments. It is important to understand that the material considerations relevant to any particular application will need to be weighed in the final decision process according to their seriousness and relative importance.
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