Planning Applications
Securing planning permission is a critical step in delivering successful development. As experienced town and country planning consultants, we prepare, manage, and submit planning applications across a wide range of development types.
We work with homeowners, developers, landowners, investors, and businesses to navigate the planning system and present robust, well-supported proposals that maximise the likelihood of approval.
Our advice is clear, practical, and grounded in planning policy. From early feasibility assessments to final determination, we support clients at every stage.
Planning Application Services
- Initial site appraisals and feasibility studies
- Development strategy and planning advice
- Preparation and submission of planning applications
- Outline, full and reserved matters applications
- Listed building consent and heritage applications
- Discharge of planning conditions
- Planning statements and supporting documentation
- Management of technical reports and consultant teams
- Negotiation with local planning authorities
- Section 106 agreements and planning obligations
Development Types We Advise On
- Residential development
- Commercial and mixed-use schemes
- Rural and agricultural development
- Heritage and listed buildings
- Green Belt development
- Development within National Parks and protected landscapes
By combining strong planning expertise with a practical understanding of development, we help clients secure planning permission efficiently and effectively.
Planning Appeals
If a planning application has been refused or conditions are considered unreasonable, a planning appeal can provide a route to challenge the decision.
Our planning consultants provide strategic advice and professional representation for appeals across England and Wales.
We prepare clear, persuasive cases supported by planning policy, technical evidence and a strong understanding of the key issues.
Planning Appeal Services
- Review of refused planning applications
- Assessment of prospects of success
- Preparation of appeal statements and evidence
- Management of submissions to the Planning Inspectorate
- Representation at hearings and public inquiries
- Negotiation with local planning authorities
Types of Appeals We Handle
- Appeals against refusal of planning permission
- Appeals against planning conditions
- Non-determination appeals
- Listed building consent appeals
- Enforcement appeals
Where appropriate, we also advise on whether a revised planning application may offer a more effective route to securing permission.
Strategic Land & Land Promotion
Unlocking the development potential of land requires a clear planning strategy and a detailed understanding of the planning policy framework.
We advise landowners, promoters and developers on strategic land promotion, helping bring forward land for development through local plans and maximise longterm land value.
Strategic Land Services
- Strategic land assessments and planning appraisals
- Site promotion through local plans and policy consultations
- Representation in local plan examinations
- Development strategy for longterm land promotion
- Identification of development opportunities
- Collaboration with land promoters and developers
We provide clear, commercially focused advice to help clients understand the planning prospects of their land and position sites for future development.
Promoting land for development typically requires a longterm strategy, sustained engagement with local planning authorities, and a detailed understanding of the evolving policy landscape.
Our team provide experienced guidance throughout this process, helping landowners assess the potential of their land, respond to emerging opportunities, and navigate complex planning requirements.
By combining technical planning expertise with a proactive and commercially driven approach, we support clients to advance their sites through the planning system and maximise the longterm value of their land assets.
