Planning services

Whatever stage your project is at, we can help — from an informal first opinion through to a full appeal. Get in touch and we'll tell you honestly where you stand.

Planning Applications

Preparation, management and submission of planning applications for:

Residential Development

  • From single dwellings to small to medium-sized residential schemes
  • Rural workers' dwellings
  • Self-build dwellings
  • Agricultural buildings (including Class Q conversions) and diversification projects

Energy and Critical Infrastructure

  • Solar farms
  • Battery storage
  • Data centres

Commercial Development

  • Mixed use proposals
  • Tourism, leisure and outdoor recreation development

We handle the full process — from initial appraisal to securing a final decision.

Pre-Application Advice & Strategy

Early-stage guidance to help you understand constraints, opportunities and likely outcomes. We provide:

  • Site appraisals
  • Identification of constraints
  • National and local policy analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Strategy and next steps

Having a clear plan is vital to your success.

Planning Statements & Supporting Documents

Clear, robust and policy-driven planning statements, covering:

  • Site description
  • Planning history
  • Policy compliance
  • Assessment
  • Planning balance

Our statements are concise, persuasive and tailored to local planning authority expectations.

Appeals & Enforcement

Support with:

  • Written representations
  • Hearings
  • Expert witness at public inquiries
  • Enforcement notices and negotiations
  • Certificates of lawfulness

We help you challenge decisions or resolve issues constructively.

Project Management

Specialist expertise in:

  • Providing the planning lead and managing multidisciplinary project teams
  • Managing Environmental Impact Assessment and production of Environmental Statements
  • Providing planning lead or support for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects under the Planning Act 2008

Our project management services are based on years of experience and can ensure a more efficient process is followed.

Development Plan Representations

Timely professional submissions to emerging local and neighbourhood plans, ensuring your land and development interests are promoted effectively.

Not sure which service you need?

Tell us about your project and we'll point you in the right direction.

Get in Touch 01837 608189