Planning Applications
Professional planning application support for residential, commercial and mixed-use developments throughout the UK. We coordinate drawings, supporting reports and consultant information to help prepare and manage your submission to the relevant Local Planning Authority.
Professional Planning Application Support
Obtaining planning permission is often one of the first major stages of a construction or development project. A clear, well-prepared submission can help the Local Planning Authority understand the proposal and assess its impact.
One Stop Consult can coordinate the architectural drawings, planning documents and specialist reports required to support residential, commercial, conversion and change-of-use applications.
Our team can assist from the initial review and design stage through to validation, consultation and determination of the application.
Types of Planning Applications We Can Support
We coordinate applications for a wide range of domestic, residential, commercial and mixed-use proposals.
Householder Applications
Planning applications for extensions, loft conversions, garages, outbuildings and alterations to existing homes.
Full Planning Applications
Detailed applications for new dwellings, commercial buildings, redevelopment projects and other proposed developments.
Change of Use
Applications involving changes between residential, commercial, retail, hospitality and other property uses.
Outline Planning Applications
Applications seeking agreement to the principle of development before all detailed design matters have been finalised.
Listed Building Consent
Support for works affecting listed buildings, including alterations, extensions, repairs and sensitive conversions.
Lawful Development Certificates
Applications seeking confirmation that an existing or proposed use or development is lawful for planning purposes.
Additional Planning Applications
The correct application route will depend on the property, proposed use, planning history, location and scale of the works.
We can review the proposal and help identify which type of planning submission is likely to be required.
Projects We Can Support
Our planning and design services can support homeowners, developers, landlords, investors and commercial clients.
Home Extensions
Single-storey, two-storey, side, rear and wraparound extensions designed around the existing property and planning context.
Loft and Garage Conversions
Planning support for converting roof spaces and garages into additional living accommodation.
New-Build Homes
Applications for individual dwellings, replacement homes, infill plots and small residential developments.
Housing Developments
Planning coordination for multi-unit residential schemes, including supporting technical and environmental reports.
Residential Conversions
Conversion of offices, shops, barns and other buildings into houses, flats, apartments or HMOs.
Commercial Developments
Applications for offices, retail units, industrial premises, hospitality uses and mixed-use developments.
What Our Planning Application Service Includes
The exact scope will depend on the project and application type. We can coordinate the principal design, submission and supporting information needed for the proposal.
Initial Project Review
We review the property, proposed works, intended use and any available planning information.
Survey and Design
Where required, the property is surveyed and suitable existing and proposed drawings are prepared.
Supporting Information
Required planning statements, assessments and specialist consultant reports are coordinated.
Application Submission
The application is submitted to the relevant Local Planning Authority with the required documents.
Planning Decision
The Local Planning Authority assesses the application and issues its decision following consultation.
Information Usually Required
Providing clear information at the beginning helps us understand the proposal and identify the likely planning requirements.
Property Address
The full site address, postcode and details of the property or land affected by the proposal.
Description of Works
A clear explanation of what you intend to build, alter, convert, demolish or change.
Existing Drawings
Any available floor plans, elevations, site plans, surveys or previous architectural information.
Site Photographs
Photographs showing the building, site boundaries, surrounding properties and relevant access arrangements.
Planning History
Details of previous applications, refusals, permissions, enforcement matters or planning conditions.
Project Objectives
Information about the intended use, number of units, preferred layout and any important design requirements.
Common Planning Considerations
Planning applications are assessed against national and local planning policies together with the specific circumstances of the site.
Depending on the proposal, further information may be required to address technical, environmental or design matters.
3D Visualisations and Design Development
Three-dimensional visualisations can help clients understand the scale, layout and appearance of a proposed development before the final design is submitted.
They can also help communicate the proposal to planning officers, consultees, neighbours, investors and other project stakeholders.
Where appropriate, we can coordinate 3D images and visual material alongside the architectural planning drawings.
Planning Application Validation
After an application is submitted, the Local Planning Authority checks that the necessary forms, drawings, fee and supporting information have been provided.
The application will not normally enter the formal determination period until it has been validated.
We can help respond to validation queries and coordinate additional documents where these fall within the agreed scope of service.
Nationwide Planning Application Support
One Stop Consult supports homeowners, landlords, developers, investors and commercial clients with planning applications throughout mainland UK. Project drawings, consultant reports and application information can be coordinated through a single point of contact.
Other Services Your Planning Application May Require
Depending on the site and proposal, specialist reports may be required to validate or support the planning application.
Important Planning Information
One Stop Consult provides planning, design and project coordination support and is not the Local Planning Authority. Planning permission cannot be guaranteed. All planning decisions are made by the relevant Local Planning Authority based on applicable national and local planning policy, consultation responses, site-specific circumstances and other material planning considerations. Application fees, specialist reports, surveys and additional design work may be charged separately unless expressly included within the agreed quotation.
Planning Application FAQs
Do I need planning permission?
This depends on the proposed works, property type, planning history, location and any permitted development rights. We can review the proposal and advise on the likely application route.
Can you guarantee planning permission?
No. One Stop Consult does not determine planning applications and cannot guarantee approval. Decisions are made solely by the relevant Local Planning Authority.
What drawings are needed for a planning application?
Applications commonly require a location plan, site plan, existing and proposed floor plans, elevations and relevant sections. Additional drawings may be required depending on the development.
How long does a planning application take?
Timescales vary according to the application type, Local Planning Authority workload, consultation responses and whether additional information is requested.
What happens after the application is submitted?
The Local Planning Authority validates the application, carries out consultation, assesses the proposal and then issues a decision or requests an agreed extension of time.
Can you help with a refused planning application?
Yes. We can review the refusal reasons and help consider whether amendments, a revised submission or specialist planning advice may be appropriate.
Can you submit a retrospective application?
Yes, retrospective applications can be prepared where development has already taken place without the required permission. Approval is not guaranteed and enforcement considerations may apply.
Is planning permission the same as Building Regulations approval?
No. Planning permission considers the acceptability of the development, while Building Regulations address technical construction standards. Many projects require both.
Can you arrange the supporting planning reports?
Yes. We can coordinate reports such as flood risk, drainage, ecology, biodiversity net gain, contamination, noise, energy and sustainability assessments.
Do you provide planning application support nationwide?
Yes. We support eligible residential and commercial projects throughout mainland UK.
Request Your Free Planning Application Quote
Complete the form below with the property address, description of the proposed works and any available drawings, photographs or planning information. Our team will review the proposal and provide a clear, no-obligation quotation for the required planning and design services.