Planning Drawings & Applications
Residential Architectural Design for Extensions, Loft Conversions & Home Improvements
Planning Drawings & Applications
I prepare clear, accurate planning drawings and manage the planning application process on your behalf, helping proposals to be well presented and policy compliant.
At an early stage, I assess whether the works are likely to fall under permitted development or require a full planning application. Proposals are developed with reference to both national planning guidance and relevant local planning policies, ensuring the design responds appropriately to its context.
Careful consideration is given to protecting neighbouring amenity, including potential impacts relating to loss of light, privacy and outlook. Addressing these matters early helps reduce the risk of objections and supports a smoother planning process.
Planning drawings are prepared to meet validation requirements and submitted online. I liaise with the planning officer during the assessment period and, where appropriate, provide additional information or amended drawings to help progress the application.
FAQS
Do you work with all Councils?
Yes, absolutely. I work with local planning authorities across the region and will research the relevant local planning policies and constraints to ensure proposals are developed in line with local requirements and guidance.
How long does a planning application take?
Once submitted, a full planning application is normally assessed within eight weeks. Applications for permitted development, where prior approval is required, are typically determined slightly more quickly, usually within six weeks.
How is a planning application submitted?
Planning applications are submitted online via the Planning Portal. All drawings and supporting information are uploaded electronically, and the application fee is paid securely online as part of the submission process. This provides a clear record of the application and allows its progress to be tracked once submitted.
Will a planning officer visit the property?
In many cases, a planning officer will visit the property as part of the assessment process. This allows them to understand the site, assess the proposal in context and check that the drawings accurately represent the existing building and the proposed works.
What happens if a planning application is refused?
While applications have a high success rate, refusals can occasionally occur. If this happens, I will discuss the reasons with the planning officer, review the feedback and revise the drawings where appropriate. A resubmission can then be made at no additional design cost, with only the local authority planning fee payable again where applicable.
Will my neighbours be consulted?
Yes, for full applications. As part of the planning process, neighbouring properties are usually notified and given an opportunity to comment on the proposal. This is why careful consideration is given to protecting neighbouring amenity from the outset, including issues such as privacy, light and outlook. Addressing these matters early helps reduce the risk of objections and supports a smoother planning process.
Once approved, can I make changes to the design?
Once planning permission has been granted, the development must be carried out in accordance with the approved drawings. Any changes to the external appearance, size, scale, height or materials will usually require either a revised planning application or a formal application for an amendment.
This is because the approved drawings are the basis on which the planning authority has assessed the proposal. Constructing the works in line with those drawings ensures the development remains compliant with planning policy and the decision that has been issued.
How long is planning permission valid for?
Once planning permission has been granted, you normally have three years to make a start on the development. There is no fixed time limit for completing the works, provided they have lawfully commenced within that three-year period.