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Retrospective planning - Paddock to Garden. The planning submission by Nikki @ Planning Direct was so detailed and thorough. I don't think we would have got to the same conclusion without their support. The initial guidance and advice at the start from Andy was really appreciated too. I will definitely recommend them to anyone who needs planning support in the future. More...

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We took a gamble in using Planning direct to handle a planning issue for us, and we’re very glad we did. Our case concerned parking and container storage issues on an industrial estate we manage which the local authority were being very difficult about. Our case was handled by the excellent Elise Colombel whose professionalism, knowledge, patience and tenacity won the case for us after a lengthy battle against the council planners. Everything from communications to drafting up plans was top drawer. - I would recommend Planning direct highly. More...

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Jamie and the team at Planning Direct have been excellent in their communication and attention to detail, we're very pleased to be working with them and would thoroughly recommend their services.

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Used Planning Direct to obtain a Certificate of Lawfulness. Very thorough and professional service from Elise. Thanks again.

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Alex Webb of Planning direct managed to obtain quite a complicated mix uses Lawfulness Development Certificate for our house. He explained & simplified the process step by step from start to finish. More...

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I was recommended to Planning Direct following what could be described as ‘confusion’ by my local council over an interpretation of planning law. Although my case should technically not have got to the need for approval I decided to use professional services as it was imperative for my business that permission was granted. I was introduced to Andrew Cann who has the ability to be knowledgeable and confident about the law without being overly confusing and complicated. As this application unfolded, his approach was invaluable. What should have been a simple process was made very difficult by the council however Andrew was adamant (and told the validation officer so!) that his interpretation of the law was appropriate in our case. Despite being a reasonably competent person myself, I was very pleased that I had decided to employ Planning Directs services. End result was a successful application leaving me to get on with what I do best, run my business! If you are unsure if it is worth employing the services of planing consultants, I can relate to that. I would say while nothing is cheap, the process with Andrew is straightforward, he took time to talk to me about my business and produced a document that definitely gives a clear and decisive message to councils. With this in mind, it is worth the cost not least the peace of mind that you have knowledge, experience and common sense behind you when using them. That’s invaluable. More...

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Fantastic service from all the team at Planning Direct! They took on an ongoing planning dispute and brought it forward to a (correct! ) and more than satisfactory conclusion. From the initial meeting and recommendation, and at every step of the way I was copied into all correspondence and kept informed. Highly recommended to anyone with a planning issue or need. More...

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Very professional ,supportive and thorough . Helped us to get listed building consent in a very short time .I would highly recommend planing direct .

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We had a quite complex application for a certificate of lawful development. Andrew put together a very strong case, and our local authority granted the certificate with a minimum of fuss.

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Jamie was so confident our planning application could be successful, following his explanation we became equally convinced and this was proven in the result, with full planning permission being granted; we knew that Planning Direct would offer the best value. During our outline planning application, Jamie was on point throughout the entire process - there were challenges along the way, but we only knew because he kept us informed throughout as our trusted advisor, resolving all issues however large or small, through use of what is clearly vast specialist knowledge and experience alongside excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. We had originally intended to leave the reserved matters (full planning) to potential buyers, but were so impressed by the service provided and the outcome during outline planning - with Jamie often going the extra mile - that we went back to him without hesitation to finish the job (full planning) with help from his team to complete the architectural designs. Our advice to anyone considering something similar is that in our opinion, planning consultants come highly recommended, they bring a lot of added value and can make the difference between a successful application and an unsuccessful one by making a strong case for you based on previous specialist experience - don't just rely on an architect although they bring their own value and are equally important for their own purpose. More specifically, we feel Planning Direct made all the difference for us and we wouldn't hesitate to work with them again or recommend to others. More...

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Planning Direct provided me with a really good service and saved me a financial loss after dramas from my local authority with planning permission, I contacted Planning direct who got my Scaled drawings done and sent back to me before my seven day deadline from the council. Thankyou so much, Steve

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I can confirm Jamie and his team, are extremely professional and efficient. I am extremely pleased with my planning approval and will be working with Jamie and his team very soon. Regards Lee

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Andrew and Lisa provided us with outstanding support throughout our project - being involved in the detailed planning, procurement and on-site implementation. I cannot thank them enough for what they have done in re-designing a large, high profile community space which even caught the attention of the local media! More...

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Planning Direct have done a great job. Nikki was very professional and approachable. She produced a detailed and comprehensive objection to a planning application submitted by a neighbour and as a result it was refused on every count. Thank you Nikki,

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I do not normally provide my feedback as a client of a service provider when I have not carried out a thorough and wide ranging service review of the provider as a Chartered Accountant, a Specialist Member of the international Institute of Risk Management and a 2 term Member of its Audit & Risk Committee and also an Honorary Member of the Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors for my services to that discipline. However, my personal experience of the service I received from Planning Direct and its staff was exemplary in terms of client centricity, acute technical abilities, professionalism, response time and financial fairness in the provision of its services to me. I will have no hesitation in personally commissioning their services again when needed, without my obtaining comparative quotes . More...

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I had been battling with my local authorities for the last 3 years on a planning issue then i found planing direct within a week a highly professional report was produced by Elise and summited. Elise was always available by phone or email and planing direct got the result i needed 5 stars is not enough if you have a planning issue stop looking around and give them a call Thanks again Elise you are great 10 stars More...

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Excellent and Swift service. I would have no hesitation in reccommending this Company to anyone in the future.

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We moved to a Grade II property and we built a rather large shed. We believed that we did not require planning consent however we were wrong! We also wanted to change the main side gate and repair the fencing. As soon as we started dealing with both the planning officer and the heritage officer we soon realised that we were out of our depth. Thankfully we contacted Planning Nikki took on our case. Whilst it still took time we got a positive result on everything so we are delighted. Nikki was patient and professional throughout and we are extremely grateful. More...

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Excellent quick service under timed pressure to change a buildings use class to F1, got the decision we wanted with a professional report. Thank you Alex for submitting the application and the rest of the team. More...

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Super excellent service. Everything was taken care of, Great communication and planning permission was achieved and granted in a super quick turnaround time. Much appreciated the efforts and a highly recommended service and firm. More...

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I have been dealing with Planning Direct for my Planning Appeal recently, I read a lot of positive reviews about them , I find them very professional, knowledgeable, helpful , they have been updating me promptly about my Application process from the first day onwards. I will definitely recommend Planning Direct for your Planning Enquiries, And I will be using them for my Future Enquiries as well, Regards Ramo Erdogan Alps Properties Ltd . More...

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I found Planning Direct to be very professional from start to finish. They took care of the planning and building regs processes and saw them through to approval. Their advice saved time and avoided potential issues along the way. I can thoroughly recommend them More...

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Andrew, Jamie and the team are very professional and helpful with our planning project. Jamie is always available to answer Our questions. Seth is a god send to our project after our previous architect let us down and dropped off the the side of the planet. Seth helped us with our plans making sure we keep to our budget and look forward to seeing what he come up with. I would give planning direct 10 stars if possible and would recommend their services to anyone. Jon More...

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Alex was brilliant! Very helpful, knowledgeable, professional and personable. Would recommend to anyone.

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Planning Direct helped me win a retrospective planning application in the face of objections from Kesgrave Town Council's planning committee and from an influential East Suffolk District councillor. Their sound advice, professional submission, and experience in handling planning officer queries were the bedrock of this success. I could not have done it without them. More...

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Excellent service, good communication and good value.

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I’ve worked with Planning Direct twice now & both times they have delivered wonderful service, advice & helped push through some big commercial developments for our business. A true advocate for detail!

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We just want it to say a huge thank you to Nikki for the positive outcome regarding our house extension.Truly our "Salvation" in the face of our local Planning Authority. A very well planned and remarkable turn of fortune. Magnificent work from Start to Finish.We would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone in similar circumstances. More...

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Despite their claim, along with many others, these planning Companies all think they can overturn decisions. All are happy to lead you along and they suffer no loss for failure! Only you will be sucked along paying out with no guaranteed outcome. I used Planning Direct, many thousands later planning rejected after they appealed their own failed planning application. They are not alone, the whole planning system is farcical, but DO NOT FALL for their " we can do it" they ALL SAY THAT! Go with a local planning company who have personal recommendations you cam trust. BE WARNED More...

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We just wanted to say a huge thank you to Elise, Jamie & Andrew - helpful and professional from the start - great value for money and it was lovely to work with people who actually cared, and went above and beyond what you might expect - would definitely recommend Planning Direct

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Andrew offered me honest and knowledgeable advice each time, reasonable price, I could have been ripped off by others. Himself and his staff also offer prompt reply, good and professional customer service. My application hasn't been sent out yet - in process, but I got a feeling I am in a good hand, and I look forward to the good news. More...

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Plans were messed up a few times, planning application was put forward in the wrong name and plenty of false hopes! Appeal refused and not a word heard from them since! Took the money and ran, spent thousands with this company and got nothing in return, would never use them again More...

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From an excellent start to now being ignored. Emails and phone calls and no reply. Very disappointing. Will need to find a new adviser now.

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Plans were messed up a few times, planning application was put forward in the wrong name and plenty of false hopes! Appeal refused and not a word heard from them since! Took the money and ran, spent thousands with this company and got nothing in return, would never use them again More...

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Great company to deal with and got my problem of an extension which didn't have planning approval sorted out. Andrew very switched on and get the situation resolved. would recommend them to any one.

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Great company to deal with and got my problem of an extension which didn't have planning approval sorted out. Andrew very switched on and get the situation resolved. would recommend them to any one.

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Great company to deal with and got my problem of an extension which didn't have planning approval sorted out. Andrew very switched on and get the situation resolved. would recommend them to any one.

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Extremely knowledgeable, very responsive service, overall an enlightening and enjoyable experience.

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What can I say !Have had the pleasure of using Planning Direct twice now. And 100% success both times. Would not hesitate to use again and would recommend there service's. Very professional companyRegards Martyn Baker More...

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Well, where to start. First of all business. If Planning Direct offers a service you need then their number is the only contact you need. They covered it all for us and made it affordable. Second, Andrew - I think you understand how much this decision meant to me and my family and words could never express my gratitude towards you. Two previous Planning Consultants told me it was impossible to win. One from the area told me it was always just "Wishful thinking" that I would ever gain permission. From the first phone call I felt I had found the right man for the job. And you exceeded all expectations. You are an outstanding Planning Consultant and I'm very lucky you worked along side us. Forever grateful, Martin & Becky More...

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Diligent & honest service, great to work with! www.simplebydesigns.co.uk

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Extremely knowledgeable, very responsive service, overall an enlightening and enjoyable experience.

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What can I say !
Have had the pleasure of using Planning Direct twice now.
And 100% success both times.
Would not hesitate to use again and would recommend there service's.
Very professional company

Regards Martyn Baker More...

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