Central London

Plainview Planning has a wealth of experience of working throughout London on sensitive commercial and residential projects. We have an excellent success rate for planning applications and appeals.

West London

We work on planning applications and appeals throughout West London. From Barnet and Brent to Richmond and Kingston.

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East London

We specialise in planning applications, changes of use and Certificates of Lawfulness throughout East London.

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North London

Applications and appeals for residential and commercial developments throughout North London.

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Plainview Planning is a town planning consultancy working on sites throughout London. Our familiarity with all London Boroughs and their planning policies means that we know how to best present your development to your Local Planning Authority.

We specialise in securing valuable planning permissions for residential and commercial sites. From large residential developments involving 100s of houses to home extensions and changes of use – at Plainview we strive to prepare dynamic and persuasive planning applications for every project, whatever the scale.

 

Local Expertise

We work throughout Central London and are familiar with most Councils and their policies. Our most recent projects include:

  • Change of use A1 to Art Gallery (City of Westminster);
  • Listed Building Consent and S73 application on Grade I* Nash Terrace (City of Westminster);
  • Garden office in conservation area (City of Westminster);
  • School extension (London Borough of Camden);
  • New dwelling in rear garden (London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham);
  • Change of use from D1 to B1 office for architectural firm (London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham);
  • Change of use of A1 shop to D2 gym (Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea);
  • Basement excavation and conversion (Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea);
  • Advertisement and signage application in conservation area (Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea);
  • Enforcement appeal for restaurant (London Borough of Islington);
  • Enforcement appeal for live/work unit (London Borough of Islington).

 

Planning Applications and Appeals

We produce effective planning applications drawing upon our knowledge of local, regional and national policy. We have full access to important case law and legislation to help support your application or appeal.

 

Development Appraisals

We can provide fast estimates of final end value and sketch up example schemes within hours. We always approach developments with a sense of realism – we know what can be achieved and how to achieve it.

 

Other Services

 
Why Use Plainview Planning?

Why Use Plainview Planning?

We appreciate that there are lots of planning consultants and architects out there - so why choose Plainview Planning?

We are a friendly, approachable firm that takes pride in providing honest advice and innovative solutions to our clients. We also believe that everyone deserves expert planning advice, and we take pride in helping our corporate and private clients every step of the way.


Honest advice

Honest advice

We provide honest up-front advice about your project. If you do not have a good chance of success we will tell you. We think our honest approach to projects is why our three year success rate is 81% for our applications, appraisals, appeals and enforcement work.

Our team of planning experts are familiar with all aspects of the planning system, and prepare application and appeal documentation that is robust and persuasive.

Fixed Fee

Fixed Fee

We aim to be very transparent with our fee structure. All projects are on a fixed fee basis, and invoiced stage-by-stage.

There will never be any nasty surprises like photocopying charges, mileage allowance or additional hours.  What you see on a Plainview Planning quote is what you pay. We believe in clear, simple billing for all our clients.

Clear timelines

Clear timelines

We believe in a simple and clear approach to all projects. At the beginning of every new case we break it down into clearly defined stages, with appropriate goals and milestones. This is discussed and agreed with our client from the outset.

We provide regular updates to our clients during each stage, and are always available to discuss your project.