Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural & Planning Partner in Stoke-on-Trent
Established over four decades ago, our firm combines extensive industry experience with a commitment to delivering tailored architectural and planning solutions. Our team of qualified town planners and surveyors brings unparalleled expertise in navigating complex planning regulations, having worked closely with local councils and architectural firms. We specialise in guiding clients through the entire pre-build process, from initial consultations and measured surveys to planning permission applications and building regulations approvals. Our proactive approach ensures clients receive honest assessments of their projects' viability, with transparent fixed-rate fees and a focus on achieving successful outcomes. With a deep understanding of local council requirements and a track record of resolving planning enforcement issues, we provide a comprehensive service that bridges technical expertise with client-centric communication.Our use of modern technology streamlines processes while maintaining affordability, and our team's dual perspectivegained from working both within councils and private practicesenables us to anticipate challenges and deliver practical solutions. We serve residential and commercial clients across Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, and Staffordshire, prioritising clear communication and sustainable development practices. Our reputation for honesty and technical excellence has been built through decades of successful planning applications and satisfied clients who value our straightforward, results-driven approach.
Services
Planning applications
Building regulations
Site surveys
Design schemes
Enforcement resolution
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined experience in planning and architectural design
- Our team includes qualified town planners and surveyors with council experience
- We offer transparent fixed-rate fees with no hidden costs
- We provide honest assessments of planning viability upfront
- We maintain strong relationships with local planning authorities
Associations and certifications
- Royal Town Planning Institute
What people say
Avoided planning enforcement action
Secured challenging change of use approval
Highly recommended by satisfied clients
Expert town planning specialists
Transparent and honest assessments
Services
Planning Applications
We specialise in preparing and submitting planning applications with a success rate built on 40+ years of local authority experience. Our process includes pre-application advice, detailed scheme design, and council liaison to maximise approval chances. Clients benefit from our technical expertise and understanding of evolving planning policies.
Building Regulations
Our team prepares detailed building regulations packages that meet current standards while maintaining design integrity. We handle submissions to local building control departments and address any compliance queries throughout the approval process. This ensures smooth transitions from planning permission to construction phase.
Site Surveys
We conduct precise measured surveys to create accurate base drawings for planning applications. Using modern surveying technology, we capture detailed site information that forms the foundation for successful design schemes and regulatory submissions.
Design Schemes
Our architectural designers create tailored proposals that balance client aspirations with planning requirements. We produce detailed drawings and 3D visualisations to clearly communicate design intent, ensuring council officers fully understand the proposed development's merits.
Enforcement Resolution
We help clients resolve planning enforcement notices through strategic negotiations and remedial applications. Our team's dual experience working with councils and developers enables practical solutions that address compliance issues while protecting client interests.
People
Alisha Adams
Town/Urban/City Planner
RTPI-registered town planner with specialist expertise in Stoke-on-Trent planning regulations. Advises on development control, planning policy, and heritage asset protection while advocating for sustainable development practices.
James Radworth
Lead Surveyor/Senior Partner
Architectural surveyor with 40+ years' experience in Stoke-on-Trent planning processes. Specialises in residential and commercial planning applications, building regulations, and prior approval procedures with strong council relationships.
Vijay
Planning Specialist
Master's qualified town planner with UK-wide experience in retail, residential, and mixed-use developments. Expert in sequential testing, design statements, and resolving complex planning issues across Staffordshire.
Graham Wright
Development Advisor
International development advisor with Middle East and European regeneration project experience. Skilled in council negotiations, community engagement, and achieving planning approvals for diverse building typologies.
Questions
What planning services do you offer in Stoke-on-Trent?
We handle all aspects of planning including applications, building regulations, enforcement resolution, and pre-application advice across Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, and Staffordshire.
How do you handle complex planning applications?
Our qualified town planners use 40+ years' local authority experience to navigate complex regulations, providing honest viability assessments and strategic submission approaches.
What makes your architectural service different?
We combine architectural design with planning expertise, offering fixed-rate fees and a unique dual perspective from working with both councils and developers.
How much do planning services cost?
We provide transparent fixed-rate fees tailored to each project's complexity, with no hidden costs or unexpected charges during the planning process.
Can you help with planning enforcement issues?
Yes, we specialise in resolving enforcement notices through strategic negotiations and remedial applications, protecting your development interests while ensuring compliance.
