Business Details
Your Trusted Planning & Development Partner in Exeter
Established in Exeter, we are a planning, development, and urban design consultancy with a strong regional presence across the South West. Our team of experienced professionals, including MRTPI Chartered Planners, delivers comprehensive services such as lead consultancy, project coordination, and strategic planning advice. With decades of combined experience in both public and private sectors, we specialize in residential, commercial, and leisure developments, including major applications, appeals, and strategic land promotion. Our approach emphasizes timely delivery, client-focused solutions, and navigating complex planning challenges. We have successfully supported high-profile projects like the Gravity Project and Hinkley Point C, demonstrating our expertise in securing planning permissions and facilitating growth.Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, expert knowledge, and ability to assemble multidisciplinary teams for both large-scale and smaller projects. Our services extend to environmental assessments, design statements, and expert witness support, ensuring holistic project delivery. We pride ourselves on balancing commercial pragmatism with regulatory compliance, offering transparent pricing and dedicated client support. Our regional reach spans Exeter, Cornwall, Taunton, and Plymouth, serving clients beyond the South West. With a track record of successful outcomes, we aim to provide value-driven planning solutions tailored to individual project needs.
Services
Project Coordination
Design & Access Statements
Site Appraisals
Landscape Impact Assessment
Planning Strategy
Environmental Statements
Portfolio Review
Habitat Regulation Statements
Expert Witness Services
Planning Appeals
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in planning and development.
- Our team includes MRTPI Chartered Planners with expertise in complex projects.
- We offer comprehensive services from project coordination to strategic promotion.
- Proven success in securing planning permissions for major developments.
- Dedicated to timely delivery and client-focused solutions.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)
What people say
Professional service
Expert planning knowledge
Timely manner
Solution-orientated approach
Successful outcomes
Services
Project Coordination
We manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Our coordination spans residential, commercial, and leisure developments, addressing planning, design, and regulatory challenges. Clients benefit from streamlined processes and expert oversight.
Planning Appeals
Our team specializes in navigating planning appeals through all methods, including hearings and public inquiries. We prepare robust documentation and negotiate with authorities to secure favorable outcomes for complex or contentious cases.
Environmental Statements
We produce comprehensive environmental statements, including screening and scoping, to meet regulatory requirements. Our assessments evaluate potential impacts of developments on landscapes, habitats, and communities, ensuring compliance with sustainability standards.
Design & Access Statements
We create detailed design and access statements to support planning applications. These documents explain the design principles, access strategies, and compliance with local policies, enhancing approval chances for residential and commercial schemes.
Site Appraisals
Our site appraisals assess development potential, considering planning policies, infrastructure, and environmental constraints. We provide actionable insights for landowners and developers to maximize value and feasibility of residential or mixed-use projects.
People
Alex Graves
Managing Director
Alex is a Chartered Town Planner with 20 years' experience in local government and private practices. He specializes in residential and commercial developments, managing major applications and appeals for volume housebuilders.
Stuart Houlet
Planning Director
Stuart has 25 years' experience in local government, including leadership roles at Sedgemoor District Council. He specializes in planning policy, major projects, and strategic development, with expertise in facilitating growth and inward investment.
David Seaton
Planning Consultant
David is a former Managing Director of P C L Planning with extensive experience in strategic land promotion. He has led planning policy representations and examinations, delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use schemes.
Will Ridalls
Planning Apprentice
Will is studying for a Chartered Town Planning Degree at Bristol University. He brings fresh perspectives on renewable energy and human geography, supporting the team with research and project assistance.
Rhonda Beaver
Financial Assistant
Rhonda has over 10 years of experience in accountancy at P C L Planning. She ensures financial accuracy and provides administrative support to the consultancy team, maintaining efficient operations.
Questions
What services does PCL Planning offer?
We provide project coordination, planning appeals, environmental statements, design & access statements, and site appraisals for residential, commercial, and leisure developments.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across the South West, including Exeter, Cornwall, Taunton, and Plymouth, with clients beyond the region.
What experience does your team have?
Our team includes MRTPI Chartered Planners with decades of experience in public and private sectors, handling major developments and complex planning challenges.
How do you handle planning appeals?
We prepare robust documentation, negotiate with authorities, and represent clients at hearings and public inquiries to secure favorable appeal outcomes.
Can you assist with environmental assessments?
Yes, we produce comprehensive environmental statements, including screening, scoping, and impact assessments, to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability.
