Bartons Planning Application Services for Landowners

Secure planning permission for your land with our expert planning application services. At Bartons Planning & Development Consultancy, we specialise in helping landowners navigate the planning system to secure permission for the redevelopment of their land. Whether you want to redevelop your land for your own use, such as converting farm buildings, or wish to obtain residential, commercial, or mixed-use planning permission to sell to developers or housebuilders, Bartons is here to guide you through every stage.

Planning Applications: Key Aspects

Bartons’ Planning Application service is designed to help landowners maximise the value of their land by securing planning permission. We provide end-to-end support through each stage of the planning process, adopting a project management approach to ensure that development success is achieved and value is optimised.

1. Pre-Application Services

The pre-application stage is crucial for identifying potential issues early and ensuring that your development proposal aligns with planning policies. Bartons provides comprehensive pre-application support, including:

• Pre-Application Enquiries: We submit pre-application enquiries to the Local Planning Authority (LPA) to gather feedback on your proposal. This helps to identify any potential objections or issues that may arise and allows us to make necessary adjustments before submitting a formal planning application.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Bartons facilitates engagement with key stakeholders, including statutory consultees, parish councils, and neighbouring landowners. By engaging early, we help to build support for your development and address any concerns that might lead to objections.
• Feasibility and Strategy Development: We work with you to assess the feasibility of your proposal, considering planning policy, site constraints, and market conditions. Our goal is to develop a clear strategy that maximises the likelihood of planning success and optimises the value of your land.

2. Planning Application Preparation and Submission

Bartons handles all aspects of the planning application process, ensuring that your application is comprehensive, well-supported, and stands the best chance of approval.

• Planning Statements and Supporting Documents: We prepare detailed planning statements, design and access statements, and any other supporting documents required by the LPA. Our team ensures that all information is presented clearly and aligns with relevant planning policies.
• Project Management Approach: We take a project management approach to the planning application process, managing timelines, coordinating with architects and other consultants, and ensuring that all necessary reports (e.g., ecological, transport, heritage) are completed on time. This proactive approach helps to avoid delays and keeps the project on track.
• Submission and Communication: Bartons submits the planning application on your behalf and manages all communication with the LPA. We respond to any queries and provide additional information as needed, ensuring that the process runs smoothly from start to finish.

3. Post-Application Support

Once your planning application is submitted, Bartons provides ongoing support to ensure that any issues raised during the determination process are addressed promptly.

• Negotiation with Planning Officers: We engage with planning officers to negotiate any necessary amendments to the proposal, ensuring that your application meets their requirements while still delivering on your objectives.
• Responding to Objections: If objections are raised by neighbours, consultees, or other stakeholders, Bartons provides expert guidance on how to respond effectively. We work to resolve any concerns and minimise the risk of refusal.

4. Maximising Development Value

Securing planning permission is often the key to unlocking the value of your land. Bartons works closely with landowners to ensure that planning permission is obtained in a way that maximises development value, whether the intention is to redevelop the land personally or to sell it to a developer or housebuilder.

• Residential, Commercial, or Mixed-Use Development: We assist landowners in obtaining planning permission for a wide range of development types, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. Our expertise helps to ensure that the permission granted aligns with market demand and maximises the value of your site.
• Sale to Developers or Housebuilders: Once planning permission is secured, Bartons can assist in positioning your land for sale to developers or housebuilders. Our goal is to ensure that you achieve the best possible return on your investment by securing a valuable planning consent.

The Barton Approach to Planning Applications: Comprehensive and Client-Focused

• Comprehensive Project Management: We provide a complete project management service, handling all aspects of the planning application process to ensure that your development moves forward smoothly and efficiently.
• Client-Focused Strategy: Our planning application services are tailored to the specific needs of landowners, ensuring that your objectives are met and the value of your land is maximised.
• Expert Guidance: With extensive experience in planning policy and development, Bartons provides the expert guidance needed to navigate the planning system and achieve a successful outcome.

Why Choose Bartons for Planning Applications?

Choosing Bartons for your planning application needs means partnering with a team that understands the unique challenges faced by landowners. We are committed to helping you secure planning permission in a way that maximises the value of your land and achieves your development goals.

Our project management approach ensures that every stage of the planning process is handled professionally, from pre-application to post-submission support. With Bartons by your side, you can be confident that your planning application is in capable hands and that your land’s potential is being fully realised.

Contact Us

If you are a landowner looking to secure planning permission for the redevelopment of your land, contact Bartons Planning & Development Consultancy today to arrange a free consultation. Let us help you navigate the planning system and maximise the value of your land.