Town Planning
Taking a holistic approach to designing for communities
Our aim is to exceed expectations by ensuring the needs of the client are met within the required timescales.
Whatever stage of the project, no matter how large, small or complex, we provide a variety of planning services to suit the client’s needs.
How we can assist with your planning needs?
Planning Management
Managing the planning process and the design team to ensure deliverables are met. Liaising with all key stakeholders during the planning process.
Site Planning Appraisals
Appraisal of the physical and planning context of a site to determine whether a site is likely to gain planning permission
Site Promotion
Promotion of a site for development within the planning policy framework
Planning Applications
Preparation, submission and negotiation of all types of planning applications
Planning Advice & Support
Providing sound and knowledgeable advice on all planning aspects
CIL & S106 Obligations
Negotiating s106 obligations and monitoring implementation and payment on behalf of clients.
Public Consultation
Preparation of public presentation material as well as attendance at events and analysis and summary of feedback
Planning Appeals
Preparation of expert witness documents in support of planning appeals.
A brief summary
We can co-ordinate your planning project from start to finish. We can act as project managers on behalf of clients, liaising with key stakeholders, consultants, Local Planning Authorities and statutory consultees to expedite the planning process.
Our competent planning team are experienced in preparing and submitting all types of planning applications and have the necessary know-how to successfully engage with and manage the expectations of Local Planning Authorities.
We have expansive knowledge of planning, regeneration and urban design and are able filter relevant planning policy and guidance to provide sound planning advice.
If you have any planning queries or would like assistance on a particular project, please get in touch.
Benefits of working with us
- Multi-disciplined consultancy – We have many strings to our bow. Our team have the expertise and knowledge to meet all your needs.
- Extensive experience – Between us, we have over 300 years experience in delivering residential development projects, working with housebuilders and local authorities across the UK.
- High-quality presentation material – We utilising the latest software packages to clearly convey your vision.
- Innovative design solutions – Our talented team have the skills to overcome the most complex planning or technical issues.
- Flexible – We will always try to assist in whichever way suits you.
- Commercial awareness – All of our team have a sound understanding of market forces and are always mindful of our client’s needs.
- Trustworthy & Punctual – Our clients and partners will vouch for us on this. Just read some of our feedback!
Projects
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Perry Court
Faversham
Barratt David Wilson, Kent
The Noble Consultancy secured Reserved Matters approval for 310 new homes and 15ha of high-quality public open space on a Greenfield site at the southern edge of Faversham, Kent.
Key facts:
- 310 new homes
- 15ha of Greenfield Land
- Mixed-use site
- Abundant strategic landscaping
- Local materials & detailing
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New Mill Quarter
Hackbridge
Barratt David Wilson, London
Mixed-use development, providing new homes, including assisted living, a supermarket, retail, health, community and recreational facilities.
Key facts:
- 805 new bespoke homes
- 562 apartments, 80 assisted living apartments and 163 houses
- Sutton One Housing Zone
- Mix of traditional masonry and timber frame construction
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Abbey Farm
Blunsdon
Linden Homes, Thames Valley / Redrow Homes, Western
Planning services relating to the submission and approval of a Reserved Matter Application in respect of 350 residential dwellings, provision of further development consisting of a future school, small convenience store, formal and informal public open space, including two equipped areas of play.
Key facts:
- 350 new homes
- Strategic urban extension
- Sensitive development in the green belt
Services
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Feasibility Planning
Feasibility and concept design are the initial steps in developing design options for your residential development project. Our feasibility planning service evaluates the commercial potential of a piece of land before creating concepts and architectural design solutions that augment the development potential.
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Town Planning
Town Planning is more than just submitting planning applications. Having worked in the residential industry for many years, our experienced and knowledgeable team are well equipped to advise and guide clients through the many facets of the planning process, providing expert advice and guidance throughout.
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Technical Drawings
Key to the delivery of any residential project is the efficient production of clear and concise technical working drawings. We produce fit for purpose and economical technical solutions that comply with all necessary building regulations using the latest Autocad or Revit software.
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Landscape Architecture
Landscaping is integral to any successful development. During the early stage of the design process, we identify key landscape features for retention and potential new areas for enhancement. Our experienced in-house landscape architecture team can devise hard and soft landscape schemes that not only perform a function but also add to the aesthetic quality of a development.
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Masterplanning & Urban Design
From small rural or urban infill sites, to large-scale, brownfield regeneration and greenfield urban extensions; we provide everything from concept and development framework plans to detailed masterplans and parameter plans, based on well-established urban design principles.
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Graphic Communication
Communicating visions and detailed proposals graphically is key in architectural design. We produce strong visual representations of our design proposals to create the best user experience. From 2D plans to 3D axonometric projections and perspective visualisations, we employ various techniques and media such as hand-drawn sketches, digital photo editing and CAD software layout tools.