So, you’re looking to add an extension, build a house or change the use of land/building. You’ve hired an Architect, and it all looks good. However you are not sure whether you’ll be able to get planning permission, or if you need planning permission in the first place. Or perhaps, planning permission has been refused, and your architect doesn’t really understand why. The Local Planning Authority hasn’t provided you with the answers.
A Planning Consultant can help!
The result of a planning decision is so important that it is worth going to some lengths to present your arguments in the best possible way. A professional Planning Consultant can help you do this.
Isn’t this just unnecessary additional cost?
In the complex world of Planning a skilled professional can make all the difference. The cost of a Planning Consultant may well prove be insignificant if you are able to achieve your building objectives.
But how is a Planning Consultant able to help when I’ve already employed an Architect?
Some planning issues are fairly straightforward and may not need the expertise of a Planning Consultant. However many others involve arguments as to the interpretation of planning policy and local development plans. Architects will have some basic knowledge of the planning system but they are not specifically trained in Planning legislation and may not be knowledgable about the planning requirements of your particular project.
If the arguments relate to the interpretation of planning law and precedent, it could be difficult for you and your architect to understand fully the reasoning behind the planning officers’ objections. There is every advantage in having a Planning Consultant on your side.
So what services will they provide?
A Planning Consultant can help with obtaining planning permission and much more. Appeals, site appraisals, change of use etc. Their skills can help with all development proposals and often contribute to an improved and more appropriate development.
Contact Doug for friendly, professional help with any Planning issue.