Planning Consultancy Services for Developers, Landowners & Businesses

Expert guidance from planning applications to appeals - unlocking your site’s full potential with technical precision and commercial insight.

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Planning with passion & precision

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MRTPI qualified

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Gloucestershire & beyond

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Planning with passion & precision ✳︎ MRTPI qualified ✳︎ Gloucestershire & beyond ✳︎

Our consultancy supports development projects of every scale, combining deep planning expertise with practical, results‑driven strategy. Whether you’re seeking planning permission, promoting land, or managing complex appeals, we help you navigate policy, minimise risk, and achieve the best possible outcome. With decades of local authority and private‑sector experience, we turn planning challenges into opportunities for growth.

OUR SERVICES

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PLANNING APPLICATIONS

We guide you through every stage - from initial pre-application advice, through the preparation and submission process, and, if needed, the appeal stage. With extensive experience gained in local authorities, our team is dedicated to securing the best possible outcome for your proposal.

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STRATEGIC ADVICE AND FEASIBILITY

We regularly undertake feasibility studies and site appraisals, assessing your site’s potential by reviewing planning history, policy context, opportunities and constraints and relevant case law. From this, we develop a tailored planning strategy designed to unlock the potential of your site.

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land promotion / policy representation

Have a site to promote? We can represent it for inclusion in the local authority’s development plan - helping to unlock its future potential. We also prepare representations to influence local planning policy in support of your development objectives.

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APPEALS / EXPERT WITNESS

We manage the preparation and submission of planning appeals, including acting as Expert Witnesses at Public Inquiries. Our team is experienced in all stages of the appeals process - from instructing Counsel to overseeing procedural strategy and delivery.

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LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATES

Securing a Lawful Development Certificate can provide peace of mind and, in some cases, act as a first step toward unlocking your site’s potential. Whether you're seeking to confirm an existing use (with or without structures) or clarify that a proposed use falls under permitted development, we’re here to help.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT

We act as your central point of contact, coordinating a team of consultants and overseeing the planning process from start to finish. Working with trusted professionals across a range of disciplines, we can help you assemble the right team to bring your project to life.

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ENFORCEMENT

If your development faces enforcement action, we can help. Our services include negotiating with the local Council, preparing retrospective planning applications, and managing enforcement appeals to resolve breaches of planning control.

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SECTION 106

We offer proactive negotiation of Section 106 agreements and expert advice on Community Infrastructure Levy requirements. By ensuring correct documentation and timely submissions, we help minimise your development’s financial liability.

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PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT

Not all development requires planning permission. Permitted development rights are often complex and subject to change - our team has in-depth knowledge of this area and can guide you through the process with confidence.

How we work

Initial Consultation

We understand your objectives and assess planning potential quickly.

Strategy & Advice

We develop a bespoke planning strategy tailored to your site and goals.

Submission & Negotiation

We prepare, submit, and negotiate your application through to decision.

Consent & Beyond

We manage post-consent obligations to keep your development on track.

WHO WE ARE

We’re a friendly team of planning experts who combine know-how with a practical, solutions-focused approach to help you navigate a complex system with confidence. Since 2018, we’ve grown by staying responsive, personable, and genuinely invested in our clients’ success.

ABOUT US

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