As professional planning consultants in Manchester, we can provide our planning consultancy service to clients across the area. Whether it’s an extension of your current property, a new build or even change of use, we can assist you. We have worked with all types of clients over the years and know the local authority and their regulations well.
With years of experience in the planning industry and being accredited with a number of leading bodies such as The Royal Town Planning Institue, we have the skills and knowledge needed to ensure all of your planning requirements are met. Our aim is to help individuals, landlords and developers realised the full potential of their property or land.
We undertake all types of planning projects, including green belt housing and children’s homes, and whether it’s advice or help with obtaining planning permission, we have you covered. If you’re in need of a local Manchester planning consultant, then be sure to get in touch with us today.
Planning projects can vary significantly depending on the type of property, location and the policies that apply to the site. Our planning consultants have an in depth knowledge of the UK planning system and provide clear, practical advice that helps you understand the options available before submitting an application. By assessing your proposal early, we help identify potential constraints and opportunities so your project has the strongest possible foundation.
We regularly assist homeowners, developers and landowners across Manchester and the wider North West, providing support for projects ranging from residential extensions to larger commercial developments. Each site is unique, and we assess a range of factors such as flood risk, surrounding land use and potential impacts on residential amenity before preparing a strategy designed to secure planning permission. Our aim is always to guide you through the process with confidence and clarity.
Some developments require a more detailed approach, particularly where sensitive planning issues are involved. For example, proposals affecting Grade I Grade II listed buildings or development within the green belt may need additional justification or the demonstration of very special circumstances. In these cases, we prepare robust planning statements and supporting documentation to ensure your application clearly addresses the relevant policies and increases the likelihood of a positive outcome.
Our initial stage is to plan and review your current proposals providing you with options and appraisals and provide a view on your chances of success in order to minimise potential risks to your property development projects. We will then offer site assessments that will include planning history, limiting factors and a review of planning policies, negotiations with planners, provision of site layouts and indicative drawings.
Whether your project is residential, commercial or a household application, our team will tailor your application to the site and your requirements. Our overall aim is to make your application efficient and cost-effective we will draw together all the key elements you need for your planning application with a goal to deliver the results you want.
Whether your project is a residential, commercial or householder application, our approach is tailored to the site and your requirements. Our overarching aim is to make your application efficient and cost-effective. We will draw together all the key elements you need for your planning application with a goal to deliver the results you want.
We are able to carry out all types of appeal work from householder appeals to through to major residential or commercial schemes. We can deliver the most appropriate strategy and appeal for your scheme to provide it with the best chance of success.
Permitted development rights to cover building operations, extensions, demolition and certain changes of use, not only for residential properties but educational, agricultural and commercial too. Permitted development rights can simplify the planning process and avoid certain policy constraints, which would otherwise deem a proposal unacceptable in planning terms.
We have considerable experience in preparing applications for Certificates of Lawfulness relating to existing or proposed uses or development. We access have access to our own planning solicitor who has extensive expertise and success in the preparation and submission of applications for Certificates of Lawfulness, we are able to provide you with direct legal support and therefore cutting out the use of a third party which could result in a saving of time and fees.
Should you require more information on the planning consulting services we offer, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch. One of our team is always on hand to answer questions and deal with enquiries.
If you’re unsure where to begin, we’ll walk you through each stage of the planning process. From your initial enquiry and feasibility study, through to submitting a full planning application and handling any appeals, we’re with you at every step. You’ll receive expert planning advice tailored to your project, helping you reduce delays and gain the confidence to move forward with your plans.
When it comes to planning consultations, be sure to get in touch with us today. We have a team of planning experts who will work closely with you throughout the project. Get in touch today!
A successful planning application often depends on clear communication with the relevant planning authority. Our team has extensive experience working alongside planning officers and departments across Greater Manchester and understands how local government planning processes operate. By maintaining a professional working relationship with councils, we ensure proposals are prepared in line with local policies and planning guidance.
From the earliest stages of a project we liaise with planning officers, respond to consultation feedback and coordinate any revisions that may be required. We also ensure that proposals align with key technical requirements such as building regulations, building control standards and wider considerations including energy efficiency and site constraints. By engaging with the council throughout the process, we aim to achieve a well prepared application that has the best possible chance of being council agreed and ultimately gaining permission granted.
What Planning Services Do We Offer?
We support homeowners, landowners, developers, and private clients with services including:
Whether you’re applying for planning permission in a conservation area or building on green belt land, we’ll ensure your proposal aligns with Manchester planning policies.
There are many benefits to using a planning consultant and our team have put their heads together to come up with what we believe are the main benefits. Some of which are:
By working with experienced planning consultants you gain professional support throughout the entire planning process. From assessing your site and identifying potential planning risks through to preparing documentation and negotiating with planning officers, our aim is to help your project progress smoothly while improving the chances of a successful application.
Over the years we have worked on all types of planning projects for clients in and around the Manchester area. We are passionate about what we do and believe in working closely with our clients to achieve their goal. With many happy clients and successful projects, we believe some of the reasons you should choose us are:
Our experience across residential, commercial and specialist developments means we understand the practical and regulatory challenges that can arise during the planning process. By taking a structured and proactive approach to each project, we focus on delivering clear advice and effective planning strategies that support your development goals.
A planning consultant is someone who can help with applying for planning, appeals and much more. Our expertise means we can help you to navigate the council and planning committee. The expertise we have means we can help to create plans that meet both your requirements and that of the planning committee.
Many people choose to use planning consultants as it can help to take away unnecessary stresses and make the whole planning process run smoother. If you feel you wouldn’t be able to cope with managing plans against the local authorities needs, then get in touch with us today.
As planning consultants, we can help with a number of things such as applications, appeals, impact and feasibility studies, research and rural planning. Over the years, we have worked on all types of projects and our team will help you to achieve your desired plans in the area you’re based.
Whenever a planning application is submitted, there will typically be a fee involved. However, on some occasions planning permission won’t be required such as for listed buildings or demolition in a conservation area.
Generally planning permission will last for around three years on average, sometimes planning permission may last for longer or be shorter than three years. The length of the planning permission will be stated upon approval and if you haven’t started work by the time of expiry then you’ll need to reapply.
We work with clients across all types of property development, including:
From initial plans to final submission, we’ll help you gain approval while making the most of your site’s potential.
When it comes to needing a local planning consultant in Manchester or any of the surrounding areas, be sure to make MPD Built Environment Consultants your first port of call. With a wealth of industry knowledge and experience, we can help to ensure a stress-free approach to planning and development. From planning appeals to new planning applications, we can provide you with a wide range of planning consultant services. For more information or to discuss a project with us, please don’t hesitate to get in touch today.
We have extensive experience dealing with planning applications submitted to local councils and understand the specific challenges that arise in Manchester and nearby areas. Whether your site is near a conservation area, or part of a larger residential development, our team will help you prepare a strong, policy-compliant proposal. We’ll guide you through local policy considerations and liaise with Manchester Council officers to support a smoother outcome. You can also find out more about our fees and costs here.
