Early stage planning advice to assess development potential, constraints, and next steps. Helping you make informed decisions before committing time or money.
A calm, independent planning perspective before you commit to a property. Whether buying or renting, we provide clear, practical insight on risks, constraints, and opportunities so you can make confident decisions early.
A professional planning assessment based on plans, photos, maps, and policy. Ideal if you need clarity on development potential or constraints without a site visit.
On site planning advice during your property viewing. We highlight constraints, opportunities, and red flags in real time, helping you see beyond first impressions.
Expert support for home extensions and alterations. We advise on permitted development, prepare robust applications, and manage the process on your behalf.
Professional planning support for new builds, changes of use, and larger schemes. From strategy through submission and negotiation with the Local Authority.
Advice and applications for signage and advertisements. We help ensure proposals meet regulations and address visual and highway safety considerations.
Managing the discharge of planning conditions so your development can progress without delay. Clear advice and complete submissions that meet council expectations.
Support with changes to approved planning permissions. We advise on the correct route and handle amendments efficiently and professionally.
Expert support with planning appeals, including written representations and strategy advice. We help you understand your chances and present a clear, policy led case.
Clear, policy based objections to neighbouring developments. We help ensure your concerns are properly framed and given weight in the decision making process.
Clear guidance if you are facing a planning enforcement issue. We explain your options, assess risk, and help you respond calmly and correctly.
Practical sustainability advice grounded in planning policy and Carbon Literacy training. Helping you meet environmental requirements in a realistic, achievable way.
How can Cheshire Planning Consultancy help?
In theory, a householder planning application should be determined within 8 weeks. In reality, however, many Local Planning Authorities are experiencing significant backlogs. As a result, it is now common for applications to take 4-6 months, and even longer for more complex proposals.
This makes it absolutely essential that your submission is complete, accurate, and fully compliant from the very beginning. A missing document, incorrect plan, or policy conflict can trigger delays, requests for further information, or – in the worst cases – require the entire consultation process to restart months down the line.
At Cheshire Planning Consultancy, we understand exactly what Planning Officers look for and the common issues that cause delays. Our experience allows us to pre‑empt likely queries, ensure your application is robust, and give it the best possible chance of progressing smoothly through the system.
Approximately 90% of planning applications are determined at delegated Head of Planning and Policy level, with only around 10% requiring a decision at planning committee. If your application does need to go to committee, Cheshire Planning Consultancy can fully support you through the process helping ensure the experience is as straightforward and stress‑free as possible.
We believe in clear, transparent pricing with no hidden costs. Every project is unique, so we encourage you to get in touch for a no‑obligation discussion about your proposal.
As a small, independent consultancy, we are committed to keeping our fees fair and accessible while still delivering the highest standard of professional planning advice. Our focus is on providing exceptional value, tailored guidance, and a service that genuinely supports you in achieving your goals.
Our aim is to offer high‑quality, expert planning support at a price that feels both reasonable and reassuring.
