How Can I Object to a Planning Application?

If you want to object to a planning application, you are well within your rights to do so. Whether your case carries weight will depend on many factors, so it’s well worth getting a professional to help.

We will give your planning objection the momentum it needs. We will identify weaknesses within the application and argue against it on planning grounds, rather than on aspects that carry little or no weight. By appointing AFA Planning Consultants, you will be represented by senior planning consultants who know the law and planning policies.

Your planning objection will be handled by Senior Town Planners with current or recent specific experience in Council departments. Their up-to-date knowledge of planning policy and implementation gives your case the strongest possible chance of success.

We will do all the hard work for you, including writing and submitting planning objections in a professional style that local planners or inspectors will have to take notice of.

Additionally, we will submit the completed planning objection letter directly to the case officer and the relevant planning department via email, ensuring a more personal and direct submission than the typical approach of filling out a form on a Council’s site.

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“I’d like to thank you for all of your efforts in developing and managing this objection. You have put together a powerful case in an extremely knowledgeable, structured and professional manner, and I’d like to add that it’s been a pleasure working with you.”

“AFA Planning Consultants were excellent. They did exactly what was needed, keeping us informed along the way and provided the optimum result by getting our planning approved on appeal first time. I would use them again and recommend their services (and in fact have done so already)”

Common Reasons for Objecting to a Planning Application

When considering objections to a proposal planning application, it is essential to base your objections on valid grounds. Some of the more general planning objections include:

• A neighbour’s extension or even a new factory

• Loss of light or overshadowing to our property

• Loss of privacy

• An increase in traffic, noise and pollution

• Design, appearance and materials

• Access restriction

• Local / national policy and case law

Key FAQs About Planning Objections

Our experts answer common questions about objecting to a planning application.

Objecting to planning permission can be a complex process, and understanding the correct steps and valid grounds for your objection is essential. Whether you’re thinking about submitting an objection, what happens after you object, or how many objections are needed to stop planning permission, you’ll find answers to these important questions below.

Can you add more than one name and address to an objection letter?

You can include multiple names and addresses in an objection letter, provided that the names are authentic, and the approved plans could have a genuine impact on the individuals mentioned. A group may also want to share the financial outlay of using a planning consultancy.

Can tenants object to planning permission?

Yes, tenants can object to a planning application, just like other members of the public. If a planning application has been submitted and made public, tenants have the right to submit comments or objections during the consultation period.

Can you view planning objections online?

Yes. Plans for all new developments that need planning permission are made public by the relevant Council. Often, they are manually uploaded so they may not instantly show.

How much does it cost to object to planning permission?

There is typically no fee for submitting a planning objection. However, hiring professional planning consultants, such as AFA Planning Consultants, to handle the objection on your behalf will incur an affordable service fee.

Can you withdraw a planning objection?

Yes, you can withdraw a planning objection at any time before a decision is made on the planning application. Contact the planning department to formally withdraw your objection.

Can I object to a planning application anonymously?

If you don’t want your name and address linked to a planning objection, we can submit an objection using only our business name. This could be for various reasons, such as the neighbour being unreasonable in character.