BEL Group
Planning, Engineering & Consultancy
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Planning Consultancy & Appeals

From planning applications and appeals to committee representation and post-approval support, we help guide your project through every stage of the planning process.

Planning Applications

Whether you're planning an extension, loft conversion, new build or change of use, our planning consultants prepare and manage planning applications from start to finish, helping maximise your chances of securing planning permission.

Planning Services

  • Householder Planning Applications
  • Full Planning Applications
  • Prior Approval Applications
  • Lawful Development Certificates (LDCs)
  • Retrospective Planning Applications
  • Listed Building Consent
  • Advertisement Consent
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Why Our Clients Choose Us

  • We assess the most suitable planning route before any application is submitted, including permitted development, prior approval and full planning permission.
  • Experienced with planning policies across London, Essex and surrounding counties.
  • Comprehensive planning submissions prepared to minimise delays and improve the likelihood of approval.
  • We coordinate the entire application process, including supporting consultants where specialist reports are required.

What We Provide

  • Planning Advice & Feasibility
  • Planning Drawings
  • Planning Statements
  • Design & Access Statements
  • Planning Application Submission
  • Validation & Application Management
  • Liaison with Planning Officers
  • Coordination of Third-Party Reports
  • Design Amendments

Planning Appeals

If your planning application has been refused, we can assess the decision, identify the strongest grounds for appeal and prepare a comprehensive submission to the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Services

  • Householder Appeals
  • Written Representation Appeals
  • Full Planning Appeals
  • Enforcement Appeals
  • Appeal Statements
  • Evidence & Supporting Documents
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Why Our Clients Choose Us

  • Every refusal is carefully reviewed against national and local planning policies.
  • We prepare detailed appeal statements supported by planning policy, case law and relevant appeal decisions where appropriate.
  • Honest advice on the prospects of success before proceeding with an appeal.
  • Focused on presenting the strongest possible planning case on your behalf.

What We Provide

  • Review of Refusal Reasons
  • Planning Policy Assessment
  • Appeal Strategy
  • Appeal Statement Preparation
  • Supporting Evidence
  • Appeal Submission
  • Liaison with the Planning Inspectorate
  • Ongoing Case Management

Planning Committee Representation

Some planning applications are determined by the Planning Committee rather than delegated officers. We help prepare your case and represent your proposal, ensuring the strongest planning arguments are presented to elected members.

Committee Services

  • Planning Committee Representation
  • Public Speaking
  • Member Briefings
  • Objection Responses
  • Supporting Statements
  • Committee Preparation
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Why Our Clients Choose Us

  • Clear and professional representation based on planning policy and material considerations.
  • Experience responding to officer reports and third-party objections.
  • Well-prepared presentations that clearly explain the planning merits of your proposal.
  • Support before, during and after the committee meeting.

What We Provide

  • Committee Review
  • Representation Strategy
  • Presentation Preparation
  • Supporting Documents
  • Responses to Objections
  • Attendance & Representation
  • Post-Decision Advice

Planning Compliance & Post Approval

Securing planning permission is often just one stage of the development process. We continue to support our clients by managing post-approval requirements, coordinating additional applications and helping projects progress towards construction.

Core Services

  • Discharge of Planning Conditions
  • Non-Material Amendments
  • Section 73 Applications
  • Drainage Build Over Agreement
  • Building Control Submission
  • Building Control Plan Check
  • Planning Compliance Advice
  • Other Post-Approval Applications
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Why Our Clients Choose Us

  • Continued support after planning permission has been granted.
  • Coordination of post-approval applications and specialist consultants where required.
  • Helping minimise delays so your project can move efficiently towards construction.
  • A single point of contact throughout the planning and compliance process.
  • Honest advice on the prospects of success before proceeding with an appeal.
  • Focused on presenting the strongest possible planning case on your behalf.

What We Provide

  • Condition Discharge Applications
  • Amendment Applications
  • Thames Water Build Over Applications
  • Building Control Application Submission
  • Building Control Plan Check Coordination
  • Liaison with Third-Party Consultants
  • Planning Compliance Advice
  • Application Management & Ongoing Support
FAQs

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Still Have Questions?

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We combine our experience with industry standard techniques to calculate project costings.
Can you manage our whole project?

Yes, in most cases, we can provide complete project management services. Speak to a member of our team for more information.

To get started, please contact a member of our team today and we will arrange a free, no obligation quotation.

Yes, we can handle larger projects including commercial works.

Our Clients Testimonials

Recent Feedback From Customers

Here you can read some recent reviews from our clients.

5.0
BEL Group were tremendous in partnering with me, on approach, strategy, planning and challenging the council. I successfully got planning on both sites.
Farooq G
September 2025
5.0
I recently used B.E.L Group Limited for my 6-meter rear extension and couldn't be happier. They handled everything from the initial architectural drawings to submitting the planning applications with the local authority.
Anwar Elahi
June 2026
5.0
If you are looking for an architectural team that combines expertise with genuine care, Rayhan and his team are probably one of the best in the sector.
Sharlin Ahmed
May 2026
5.0
I used BEL for my HMO change of use application and it was approved after a refusal from a different firm. They gave me a checklist of information I needed to provide - they are very knowledgeable and made the process very easy.
Minara Begum
December 2025
5.0
I cannot recommend B.E.L Group enough. Rayhan is a gentleman and is prompt with his responses. He and his team are extremely competent and meticulous in their preparation of planning applications.
Syed Ahmed
August 2025
5.0
We had the pleasure of working with BEL Group, the architect, and the experience exceeded all our expectations.
Sonya C
July 2025
5.0
I would like to highly recommend BEL Group. If you're looking for attention to detail, value, transparency and prompt communication - this is the company to use.
Mikhael Bagga
July 2025