First things first, let’s see if your project has legs. There is little point embarking on what could be a long journey without understanding the likelihood of reaching your destination.

The UK planning system is complicated, relying on interpretation of planning policy, and planning case law that is often contradictory.

A formal planning appraisal can help avoid abortive costs by providing you with frank and honest advice.

Formal pre-application discussions are now a mainstay of the UK planning system. All Local Planning Authorities offer a pre-application service to assist applicants avoid potential pitfalls in the planning application process.

We can help you understand the process and pitfalls and advise you on how to proceed.

Your plans are ready, you have carried out your pre-application discussions and the results of your public consultation are evidenced and documented. All the technical reports have been reviewed and completed.

We can help you to prepare and submit your planning application with the optimal chances of success.

Site (or land) promotion is a long process, often taking years, but the rewards are great, both for landowners and indeed for local communities, who see their needs realised.

We can help you to understand the opportunities to promote your land for particular uses.

In the event that the Local Planning Authority have not taken a positive or proactive view of your proposals, Wessex Planning will assess the likelihood of the success of a planning appeal.