A Design and Access Statement is a supporting document that explains the design principles behind a proposed development and how access has been considered. It helps the local planning authority understand how the proposal responds to the site’s surroundings, the…
A planning statement explains why a proposed development should be granted planning permission. It sets out the details of the proposal, identifies relevant planning policies and explains how the development responds to the planning considerations that apply to the site.…
A planning statement is a supporting document that explains a proposed development and sets out why it should be granted planning permission. It helps the local planning authority understand the purpose of the proposal, the planning policies that apply and…
Planning application drawings are a key part of submitting a planning application in England. They provide the local planning authority with the visual and technical information needed to understand a proposed development, assess its impact and decide whether planning permission…
The planning application process is the formal process used to apply for planning permission and have a proposed development assessed by the local planning authority. Whether you are applying for a house extension, a new dwelling, a change of use…
Planning permission drawings are an important part of a planning application. They show the local planning authority what you are proposing to build, alter or change and allow officers to assess the development against planning policies and other considerations. The…
The planning permission process is the series of steps involved in establishing whether a development requires planning permission, preparing an application, submitting it to the local planning authority and obtaining a decision. Whether you are planning a house extension, a…
A planning application in England usually takes 8 weeks to receive a decision once it has been validated. Applications for major development generally have a 13-week statutory determination period, while applications requiring an Environmental Impact Assessment usually have 16 weeks.…
In England, most standard planning applications have a statutory determination period of 8 weeks. Applications for major development generally have a 13-week period, while applications subject to an Environmental Impact Assessment have a 16-week period. Longer periods can be agreed…
The planning consultant hourly rate can vary considerably depending on the consultant’s experience, location, specialism and the complexity of the project. There is no nationally fixed hourly rate for planning consultants. Current consumer and industry sources give broad ranges rather…