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If you wish, you can now contact any of the planning consultants listed below directly for more information, or they may contact you for more information so they can provide a more precise quote.

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What does a planning consultant do?

Why compare planning consultant quotes?

If you need help with planning it’s important to compare multiple quotes because it allows you to:

When should you hire a planning consultant

This depends on the complexity and scope of your project and which experts you already have on board. For example, you may not need a planning advisor for a small project or if you have a local architect with a good local planning permission track record designing and submitting your plans.

However, hiring a planning permission consultant is highly recommended in the following scenarios: 

Planning consultant costs in the UK

Planning consultant fees will vary depending on the project’s complexity and planning advisor’s experience. However, as a rough guideline:

The easiest way to keep costs down is to shop around so that you’re confident that you’re getting the local planning consultant for you at the best price.

Who can act as a planning consultant?

A wide range of professionals act as planning consultants including:

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How our planning consultant comparison tool works

Our planning consultant comparison tool is easy to use. Simply:

  1. Input your details: Add information about your property and where it’s located in the form above.
  2. Instantly receive details of local planning advisors who can help you. They will be a mixture of Building Surveyors, Structural Engineers, Architects, Drawing Technicians and other people familiar and experienced with the application process. Plus, you’ll be sent details of their experience and qualifications to help you make a choice.
  3. Compare quotes and assess experience: Contact the planning specialists directly with more information for a detailed quote. And assess their experience and qualifications to help you make a choice.

Getting planning agent quotes? Common questions

Here are some of the common questions people ask when getting planning agent quotes.

What factors affect the cost of a planning permission consultant?

  • The cost of hiring a planning permission consultant will vary depending on how complex your project is, the experience of the planning consultant and location.

How can I get quotes from planning agents?

  • The quickest way to get quotes from local planning agents is by using our online comparison tool. Contact the planning agents directly to discuss your requirements and to get a detailed quote.

What’s the process for booking planning advisors?

  • Once you’ve compared planning advisor quotes and chosen your preferred consultant, simply contact them to commission them.
  • Although before appointing a planning consultant you should ensure yourself that your chosen supplier has satisfactory experience to provide the level of service that you require.

Do I need a planning consultant for a planning appeal?

Benefits of using a planning consultant

The main benefits include:

Questions to ask your planning consultant before hiring

Here are some questions to ask your planning consultant:

How to choose a planning consultant

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your planning advisors all local to my postcode?

Yes, our online planning advisors comparison tool will connect you with planning consultants that are local to your postcode. So whether you’re looking for planning consultants in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, Cornwall, Norfolk or anywhere else, you’ll get a local surveyor.

How much does planning permission cost?

– The cost of applying for planning permission in England is £258. This is the cost of householder planning applications, which cover alterations to single houses including extensions.
– If you need to apply for full planning permission because you’re making significant alterations to your house, the cost is also £258. However, applying for full planning permission if you’re building a house costs £578.

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