We are happy to announce that our client, Graeme Pearson at GAP Design secured planning permission in Elwick, Hartlepool, for the erection of a single storey flat roof extension to rear of an existing public house to provide restaurant area, conversion of existing former stables, storage area to provide 3no.… More >>
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Planning Application Fee Changes Coming Into Effect
Developers and consultants need to be aware that changes are coming to planning application fees in England starting December 6th. … More >>
Conservation Areas: Protecting Heritage and Boosting Post-COVID Tourism
The UK is a country steeped in history, a tapestry woven over millennia, composed of ancient castles, timber-framed houses, Georgian townhouses, and Victorian terraces.… More >>
Is the idea of ‘Community’ being lost in today’s fast paced world?
As town planners, we are constantly pondering the question of whether the idea of community is being lost in our fast-paced, digitally connected world.… More >>
What is a Preliminary Risk Assessment?
Planning House work with some great companies, and one, Northpoint Geotechnical have written a useful article about Preliminary Risk Assessments (PRA) which is a common assessment required to accompany planning applications. … More >>
Frequently Asked Questions About Town Planning
There is not doubt about it Town Planning is a maze. If it wasn’t there would be no need for Town Planning Consultants!… More >>
Avoid Delays in Validating a Planning Application
The process of validating a planning application is undertaken by the Council to check that new planning applications are complete and include all relevant supporting information.… More >>
Do I need a Town Planner?
Do I need to hire a Town Planning Consultant?
In a lot of cases the answer is NO! If your proposed development is not complex for instance a house extension or a simple commercial development then don’t waster your money employing a town planner. … More >>
Top 10 Tips when considering Appealing a Planning Refusal
There’s nothing more frustrating than having an application refused. If that’s the situation you’ve found yourself in, we’ve produced an eBook…Appeals covering the basics of what you need to know if you are thinking of appealing a planning refusal. … More >>
A Practical Guide to Flood Risk
Today we’re going to take a look at Flood Risk and the Town Planning Process, covering the basic considerations you need to keep in mind if you’re looking to progress a development.… More >>