plande is proactive planning consultancy
As professional development enablers, Plande planning consultants achieve permission for your project. With an impressive track record across the UK, dating from our inception in 2007, we get results where others have failed.
Because at Plande, we do things a little differently.
Small enough to provide a personal service, large enough to have the essential contacts and experience, we manage your project creatively and comprehensively. A bespoke approach that boosts your chances of success.
Plande is a team of highly skilled RTPI certified Chartered Town Planners offering planning consultancy services right across the UK. We work with individuals, developers, land-owners, builders, architects and planning authorities, making sure you get the absolute best help and advice for your business, development, self-build or home improvement project.
Obtaining planning permission from a local authority is not always as straightforward as it seems. It often requires specialist knowledge in interpreting local and national planning policies. Obtaining planning can be a minefield for the most seasoned builder never mind the layman, especially with legislation continually changing. Having a planning agent or consultant by your side will not only make the process run as smoothly and cost-effective as possible, but will give you an independent authority to turn to.
As development enablers, our planning consultancy services are focused on achieving success. We’ll work closely and creatively with you, immersing ourselves in each project to get the desired outcome.
If planning is refused for a project then it can be an uphill battle to get the decision overturned. It is therefore important to engage a planning consultant at the start of the process. An Architect will be able to help with design issues but they will not have the necessary planning experience especially with complicated projects. This is where Plande comes in. For Building Contractors then we will help you prepare a feasibility study to assess the viability of your project. Our experience is invaluable.
Obtaining permission for a project is fraught with difficulties, which is why you need a professional on your side. As RTPI professional planning consultants we will guide you through the planning process, particularly in areas of difficulty such as dealing with a rejected application. We offer offer support and advice on all matters relating to applications, development and environmental issues for building and renovation projects. We are ready, at your side, every step of the way offering planning services at every step of the planning process.
Working with local and internationally based clients, we bring a wider appreciation of national trends and precedents to add to the specifics of the local policies and circumstances.
A dedicated Project Manager for each project; giving you a single point of contact throughout the process.
No-nonsense advice. We get to the heart of the issue and develop achievable strategies to unlock each problem, however complicated.
We love a good challenge. We achieve permission where others have failed. Is your Local Authority difficult to work with? We’re used to it – bring it on.
Good design can help unlock planning permission, add value to your project and help speed up the process.
Obtaining suitable, appropriate, timely and cost-effective practical consents. Our planning consultancy services are second to none.
Covering all commercial and business uses including changes of use, extensions and new builds. Please see the relevant page for more information.
B1 (Offices and R&D), B2 (General Industrial), B8 (Storage and Distribution), E (Commercial, Business and Service).
For all individual houses including Annexe & Outbuildings, Barn Conversions & Class Q, Backland & Tandem Development, House Extensions, Green Belt House Extensions, Green Belt Replacement Homes, Self Build Homes, NPPF Paragraph 80 Homes and Permitted Development
D1 (Non-residential Institutions) including health centres, clinics, day nurseries/ creches, training or education centres (including schools), art galleries, museums, libraries, halls, churches/ places of worship etc.
D2 (Assembly & Leisure) including cinemas, concert, music, bingo and dance halls, gymnasiums, sports, swimming baths etc.
For all residential projects that are speculative or larger than one house, including Apartments, Affordable Housing and Student Accommodation as well as C1 Hotels, C2 (Residential institutions) and C4 (Houses in Multiple Occupation)
A1 Retail and Shops that you would expect to see on a general High Street including hairdressers, sandwich bars, retail warehouses, pet shops, dry cleaners, travel agents etc
A2 Financial & Professional Services including banks, building societies, estate agents, employment agencies and professional services
A3 Restaurant & Cafes for consumption on the premises
A4 Drinking Establishments for example Pubs and wine bars
A5 Hot Food Takeaways for consumption off the premises
We also work successfully on Listed Buildings and those within Conservation Areas planning consultancy.
Other projects not covered by the main use classes including Green Belt, Rural Development and Mixed Use as well as Sui Generis
Working alongside an extensive network of specialists, Plande Planning Consultants give you more than just high-quality advice from experienced professionals.
You’ll get fresh, creative insights into your project. A perspective that aims to get results every time.
We offer development-focused planning consultancy services for businesses, developers, landowners, investors, architects, designers and private clients.
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