What We Do

Appraisals

Undertake research and due diligence assessment on behalf of developers to assist with site purchase. Assess site feasibility for development measured against local development plans or land use zones.

Applications & Consents

Preparation of planning applications of all types and complexity, promote development proposals on behalf of landowners, investors or developers to achieve development goals. We also undertake and promote pre-application proposals to obtain early feedback from local planning authorities on the principle of development.

Appeals

Prepare planning written representations appeal submissions on behalf of client to obtain planning permission. Appear as expert planning witness at planning hearings or inquiries.

Property Portfolio Review

Experience of property portfolio review to provide advice on how best to enhance individual asset value and overall portfolio performance.

Third Party Representation and Public Engagement

Act for landowner to protect core business activity from encroaching development by representations to local planning authority or relevant agency. Expertly present development proposals at planning committees or public meetings on behalf of landowners, developers or other interested parties.

S 106 Planning Obligations

Advise and negotiate on behalf of the client on planning obligations and planning gain contributions to ensure that they are commensurate with the scale and kind of development.

Permitted Development Advice

Advice on changes to General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) or development management advice to landowners and developers.

Lawful Development Certificates

 Secure lawful development certificate for clients by collating relevant information to present a robust case.

Heritage/Conservation Area Advice

Analysis of local townscape and heritage assets to prepare Heritage Statements to support planning application submissions.

Development Team Management

Coordination of relevant technical teams to deliver client aspirations with respect to development proposals and manage the entire planning process from inception to delivery of planning permission.

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

Advise clients on the appropriate level of CIL contribution having regard to relevant guidelines and opportunities to minimise outlay.