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
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
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
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
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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What makes a strong planning appeal?
A successful appeal is based on planning merit rather than simply disagreeing with the council’s decision. We build appeals using national and local planning policy, previous appeal decisions where relevant, technical evidence, and a clear planning argument that directly addresses each reason for refusal. Our aim is to demonstrate why planning permission should be granted based on sound planning principles rather than opinion alone.
Do you only handle planning appeals?
No. We also prepare planning statements, planning applications, Design & Access Statements, supporting planning reports, and amendments to improve the chances of approval before an appeal becomes necessary. If your application has not yet been submitted, we can often identify potential planning issues early and strengthen your proposal from the outset.
What types of planning appeals do you assist with?
We assist with a wide range of planning appeals, including refused householder applications, extensions, loft conversions, new builds, HMOs, change of use applications, commercial developments, and non-determination appeals where the council has failed to make a decision within the statutory timescale. Every appeal is tailored to the specific planning issues raised by the Local Planning Authority.
Can I appeal if my planning application has been refused?
Yes. A planning refusal does not necessarily mean your proposal is unacceptable. Many refusals can be challenged where the decision has not properly considered planning policy, material planning considerations or relevant appeal decisions. We carefully review the council’s reasons for refusal and advise whether an appeal has a realistic prospect of success before preparing a robust appeal submission.
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