Services
Planning Representations and Objections to Applications
Clear, well-argued representations are prepared on planning applications, drawing on planning policy, site context, design quality and wider material considerations. This service supports local residents, parish councils, community groups and other clients seeking robust responses to development proposals. The approach combines planning judgement with urban design analysis to present concerns in a structured, credible and persuasive way.
Design Guidance and Design Codes
Support is offered in the preparation of design guides, design codes and other place-based planning documents that respond to local character while promoting high-quality development. The work focuses on translating broad objectives into practical and usable guidance for local authorities, neighbourhood planning teams and private consultancies. This includes analysis of settlement pattern, built form, public realm, movement and landscape context.
Urban Design and Development Appraisal
Urban design input is provided on development proposals, with particular attention to layout, placemaking, public realm and overall design quality. This includes the review of emerging schemes, written design analysis and advice on how proposals can respond more effectively to context and planning policy. The service helps clients identify strengths, weaknesses and opportunities so that design issues can be addressed clearly and at an early stage.
Neighbourhood and Community Planning Support
Flexible support is provided to parish councils, neighbourhood planning groups, community organisations and consultant teams at different stages of the plan-making process. This can include neighbourhood plans, parish plans, priority statements, local strategies and related community-led planning documents. Support may cover policy drafting, evidence review, site assessment input, consultation material, produce Local Green Space assessments, and other evidence documents, and broader strategic advice, with a focus on improving clarity, deliverability and design quality.
Planning Application and Pre-Application Support
Independent planning and urban design support is available at pre-application and planning application stage, including informal review of proposals, critical friend input and advice on the strength of a scheme before submission. This can include review of draft drawings and documents, comments on planning strategy, design quality and policy fit, and support in shaping pre-application enquiries or submitted material. The aim is to provide clear, constructive and proportionate input at an early stage, helping clients identify potential issues and strengthen proposals before they are finalised.
Planning and Policy Drafting Support
Freelance support is available to planning consultancies and independent practitioners requiring reliable input on project-based work. This may include policy drafting, review of consultation responses, preparation of planning statements, editing of reports and contributions to wider strategic planning documents. The service offers flexible senior-level support to help teams manage workload while maintaining quality and consistency.