Commercial development

At Plainview Planning we can guide you through the planning process for new build commercial developments, conversions, or changes of use.

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Offices

We can help design and manage a new build office scheme, or if you are looking for alternative uses then we can help secure a change of use for you.

Retail

We commonly work on changes of A1 retail units to other use classes including restaurants and take-aways. In addition to this we can help with removal of condition applications.

Industrial

You may be looking to remove a restrictive condition, or extending your operations. With our experience of B2 and B8 uses we can help you choose the right option.

Change of Use

We can guide you through the use class order and prepare persuasive planning applications for all use classes including A1, A3, A5, B1, B2, B8, D1 and D2. We can also help with any sui generis buildings you may have.

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Modular Building

High volume planning services for all types of pre-fabricated construction. Experience in healthcare, education and residential deployments.

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Redevelopment

Considering redevelopment? We can guide you through the options and help you weigh up whether the development is feasible.

Plainview Planning is experienced in all types of commercial planning applications. In 2010 we have already submitted a host of applications and appeals for offices, shops and industrial sites.

We offer the following services for all of our commercial planning applications and appeals:

Feasibility Study - This normally forms Stage 1 of our projects. We review local policies and precedents to assess your chances of securing permission.

Design - If we consider development is possible and broadly complies with local policy then we set about helping architects come up with a design that maximises space whilst remaining within the confines set by the Council.

Planning and Design Statements - All of our applications are accompanied with comprehensive statements setting out the policy background of the proposed works and the steps we have taken to create a permissible scheme. We always try and second guess a Council’s potential reasons for refusal and make sure we have an answer in place.

Other studies - Some sites require specialist studies. Many of these Plainview Planning can undertake in-house including light surveys, contextual studies, 3D modeling and retail studies. If transport assessments or environmental surveys need to be carried out we can bring in our consultancy partners.

Submission of application - All of our applications are submitted via the online 1APP system for speed and convenience.

Liaison with case officer - Throughout the determination of the planning application we regularly contact the case officer to answer any concerns they may have.

 

Case Studies

Office development, North London – In-fill site in sensitive location in close proximity to residential buildings. Concerns over loss of privacy and light, so we built a digital 3D model to dispel Council’s concerns.

Retention of office space, Surrey - Continued occupation of residential dwelling as office. Plainview outlined a clear need for office space and flagged up that the Council were exceeding their housing targets.

New retail store, London - Change of use from B1 office to A1 retail. Successfully proved to Local Planning Authority that loss of office space was acceptable.

 
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 89% for all our applications, 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.