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AFA Planning Consultants are an independent planning consultancy

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Welcome to AFA PLANNING CONSULTANTS 

Established in 2004, AFA Planning Consultants are an independent planning consultancy, offering planning services across residential and commercial sites throughout the UK.

We are unique in that our team of carefully selected Senior Town Planners either currently work for Councils or are specialists in specific areas of planning. They are at the forefront of planning policy and implementation and are able to leverage this knowledge to give your case the strongest possible chance of success. All are members of the Royal Town Planning Institute.

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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE

AFA PLANNING CONSULTANTS EST 2004 - 2024

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Testimonials

Our wonderful clients are at the core of everything we do at AFA, and their feedback is invaluable to us. Regardless of whether they are a local individual or a large firm, they always make us extremely proud of what we have accomplished together.

"AFA Planning Consultants were professional, responsive and effective at all times. They handled the whole process to a successful conclusion. The financial cost of losing would have been unthinkable, so it was reassuring to have AFA Planning Consultants on the case."

“Very impressed with the service from AFA Planning Consultants. Very quick service; got planning permission granted on 2 barn conversions. All sorted efficiently with very little input required from us, so very stress free.”

“I would like to thank AFA Planning Consultants for your professionalism and honesty. Your time spent on this is appreciated and I feel that your fee structure is very reasonable. I will have no hesitation recommending your services to my friends, family and colleagues.”

“Again we cannot thank you enough for what you have done for us. So glad you were recommended & likewise if ever I’m asked to recommend an excellent man for planning issues your name will be put forward. With our very best regards.”

Planning Applications

From S.106 Negotiations and Changes of Use, to New Developments and more, we will support your application and ensure it is completed to the highest standards. As there are often many hoops to jump through to gain planning permission, we ensure none of them catch you by surprise and advise you on how to navigate them.

Planning Appeals

Having planning permission rejected can be disheartening, but it doesn’t have to be the end of the line. We will provide a thorough and honest review of your case, then advise you on the best next steps.

Class Q and Class R Barn Conversions

Class Q and R Permitted Developments are becoming increasingly popular, especially with farmers looking to repurpose their barns for residential (class Q) or commercial (class R) purposes. These barns could still be in use when you submit your application, so you can keep them utilised until the point you are ready to convert.

Objections

There are a variety of reasons you might choose to object to a planning application, such as concerns about loss of privacy or natural light, increased noise or pollution, or a design that doesn’t fit with the character of the local area. We’re here to help. Whether you have questions about the process or need full support in preparing and submitting a planning objection.

Agricultural Occupancy

Agricultural occupancy conditions (also referred to as ‘agricultural ties’, ‘agricultural clauses’ or ‘AOCs’) are a set of restrictions placed on a property about who can live there and what the homeowner can do with it. We offer a no-win, no-fee approach to removing these ties, increasing the property sale price and making it much easier to find a buyer.

Certificate of Lawfulness

A Certificate of Lawfulness, as you may expect, assesses whether a specific development or use of land complies with the law. The benefit of a Certificate of Lawfulness is that once it has been issued, the Council is legally bound and cannot later revoke its decision, making it an attractive option for those seeking a concrete decision.

Land Development

If you are looking to develop your land, then you are most likely to need comprehensive planning permission. We are here to provide an assessment of your land’s potential for development, visit your site and submit your application to the council, all while supporting you in maximising your land's potential.

Values at the foundation

Although we are one of the UK’s largest independent planning consultancies, we’re pleased to be a family-owned business with strong values at the heart of everything we do.

We like to treat every case as individually as the people who bring them to us, so that we can achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients. If you are facing an issue with planning, contact us for a no obligation evaluation and proposal.

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