PLANNING CONSULTANT IN DORCHESTER

Our planning consultants combine a depth of technical skills and experience with comprehensive, insider knowledge of the planning processes and priorities of local authorities. If you need to get planning permission in the Dorchester area, contact us today.

Intelligent Land provides a range of creative, honest and practical advice to landowners and developers seeking to get planning permission in Dorchester – achieving valuable planning permissions for short and long-term benefit, at reasonable costs.

We integrate our Dorchester planning consultancy services and advice with financial insights, so you can see the profit implications of every option. Land Value Optimisation (LVO) is a talent that runs through our entire planning consultancy team, with each member trained in our unique and proven approach. We are skilled in managing the often complex process, ensuring the most profitable solution is obtained for you.

We successfully manage planning applications (new and existing), which comply with local planning policies in Dorchester as well as giving planning advice and dealing with appeals. We provide expert input and submissions to local and central government strategic plans and schemes, public consultations and political engagement. Our planners are adept at creating great places to live, work and play.

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HOUSING LAND SUPPLY

As well as offering a comprehensive range of services including being a leading planning permission consultant for Dorchester clients, we have developed a strategic service to produce clear, concise housing land supply projections that are grounded in reality.

We don’t just operate as development land and planning consultants in the Dorchester area, but also nationwide. This means our development specialists work alongside our planning professionals to research the development issues and UK trends that can affect the delivery of the many housing sites in contention for allocation or consent by Local Planning Authorities.

We then present our case in a robust manner, underpinned by solid evidence. Our strategic approach has been recognised and recommended by leading Kings Counsels and developers as it enables planning decisions to be based on current, accurate information, often leading to the release of more sites for development.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

If you choose us as your planning consultant for Dorchester projects, we will play a key role in the planning and development process, working with you to navigate through the complex planning system. Whether you are a residential client or individual, landlord, business, developer, or local authority and need to get planning permission in Dorchester for a new development, change in land use, or modifications to existing building, we can help. Here’s an overview of the support we can offer you.

Advice on planning regulations

As development land and planning consultants, we can help prepare and submit planning applications in the Dorchester area. The application will include detailed plans, supporting documents, and justifications for the proposed development. If required, we can also liaise with the local Dorset planning authority and reply to any questions and negotiations to smooth and expedite the approval process.

Project management

We can help with technical reports including environmental impact assessments, transport studies, and design and access statements. If there are objections from the public and other stakeholders, we can manage those and then adjust planning proposals if required.

Managing and planning appeals

If you have a planning application refused in Dorchester, our planning consultants can prepare and then manage the appeals process for you, including representing you at inquiries and hearings.

Community engagement

Sometimes planning consultants will need to set-up public consultations, where feedback from the local community can be gathered. We can also engage with various stakeholders, including residents, businesses, and local interest groups, to build support for development projects.

Legal and compliance issues

We can also work with solicitors if needed, where they can provide advice on legal issues related to planning, including permitted development rights, enforcement notices, and planning conditions. On an on-going basis, part of our planning consultancy services in Dorchester can involve monitoring projects to ensure compliance with planning permissions and conditions to help avoid potential legal issues down the line.

Sourcing specialists

If required, we can bring in specialists to advise on topics including sustainable development practices. They can advise on the incorporation of renewable energy, green infrastructure, and low-carbon technologies into projects. Other specialists could also develop an environmental impact assessment to ensure that planning application meets environmental regulations.