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What does the Draft London Plan mean for SME Housebuilders?

What does the Draft London Plan mean for SME Housebuilders?

Published: 31.07.26

The Draft London Plan, published by the Greater London Authority (GLA) for consultation until 15th O...

Three Legislative Changes Every Developer Should Know About

Three Legislative Changes Every Developer Should Know About

Published: 30.07.26

The summer of 2026 has brought a new Prime Minister, a draft London Plan and a delayed NPPF – ...

NPPF Consultation: A Positive Direction — But More Needed

NPPF Consultation: A Positive Direction — But More Needed

Published: 06.03.26

NPPF Consultation: A Positive Direction — But SME Developers Still Need More The Government’s pr...

What does the Draft London Plan mean for SME Housebuilders?

The insight:

What does the Draft London Plan mean for SME Housebuilders?

Published: 31.07.26

The Draft London Plan, published by the Greater London Authority (GLA) for consultation until 15th O...

Three Legislative Changes Every Developer Should Know About

The insight:

Three Legislative Changes Every Developer Should Know About

Published: 30.07.26

The summer of 2026 has brought a new Prime Minister, a draft London Plan and a delayed NPPF – ...

NPPF Consultation: A Positive Direction — But More Needed

The insight:

NPPF Consultation: A Positive Direction — But More Needed

Published: 06.03.26

NPPF Consultation: A Positive Direction — But SME Developers Still Need More The Government’s pr...

Planning Appeal Reform from April 2026

The insight:

Planning Appeal Reform from April 2026

Published: 06.03.26

What the Procedural Changes Mean for SME Developers From 1 April 2026, new procedural rules will app...

‘CILver Lining’ falls short for SME Housebuilders

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‘CILver Lining’ falls short for SME Housebuilders

Published: 16.12.25

‘CILver Lining’ falls short for SME Housebuilders – what you need to know about the Government...

Welcome policy reforms but will it unlock housebuilding in London?

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Welcome policy reforms but will it unlock housebuilding in London?

Published: 16.12.25

Welcome policy reforms but will it unlock housebuilding in London? – what you need to know abo...

Development around train stations

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Development around train stations

Published: 20.11.25

Government says “yes” to new homes near train stations The Government is proposing a new presump...

A boost for housebuilders in London?

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A boost for housebuilders in London?

Published: 31.10.25

The Government and Mayor of London have announced measures to support housebuilding in the Capital. ...

Implementing Planning Permissions

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Implementing Planning Permissions

Published: 16.04.25

Introduction In a highly competitive land market, securing sites with planning permission is a cruci...

The Planning and Infrastructure Bill: What It Means for Local Planning

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The Planning and Infrastructure Bill: What It Means for Local Planning

Published: 13.03.25

The Planning and Infrastructure Bill: What It Means for Local Planning The Planning and Infrastructu...

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Matthew Payne
24. September, 2026
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Penny and Peter assisted me over a period of 2 years in pursuing an eventually successful planning matter. Despite delays caused by the local authority, Penny and Peter continued to push and ensure that my matter was at the top of the agenda. I would highly recommend them to other people.
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Dereje Hailemariam
16. November, 2025
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Planning Insight made the impossible happen. I had a commercial-to-residential conversion refused twice by Doncaster Council. The second application was handled by a well-known, award-winning firm — but on the third attempt, they advised me to go for full planning permission, even though the scheme clearly qualified under Permitted Development. That’s when I left them and reached out to Planning Insight. Peter took a smarter, more proactive approach. He understood the policy, kept me updated, chased the council, and ultimately won the appeal under Permitted Development. If you want someone who knows planning inside out, listens, and delivers — Peter is the one to call.
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Lore DuT
20. October, 2025
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We are a small charity with limited resources but complicated challenges re planning. Planning Insight made the process so much easier and were quick and efficient in dealing with any issues. We hugely appreciate their help in getting the necessary approvals, and would not hesitate to recommend them.
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29. September, 2025
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Planning Insight have been exceptional in all matters with our successful change of use application. This was a tricky project and they dealt with each issue with patience and professionalism to get it over the line. Special Thanks to ALEX !! Amazing work.
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maya Joey
26. September, 2025
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I am very happy with their service . They are so professional and quick response for everything. It’s the best planning agency I had so far and I got my planning permission within 1 month. I am so pleased and highly recommended to everyone. Well done! Kind regards H Chen
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open Mike
11. June, 2025
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Alex was very helpful and successful overturned Camden council enforcement notice
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GIFTED STUDIO
13. May, 2025
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I had a difficult project that was refused by Harrow Council Planning Department. So I sought a good Planning Consultant for advice and to submit a Planning Appeal. After a high recommendation was given for Planning Insight- I worked directly with ‘Alex Richards’. From the outset, he had a ‘can-do attitude’ and that gave me further assurance that Planning Insight were the best fit for my client’s project. Alex and his team put the appeal together very quickly and supported it with a great statement of case. And the rest is history. We quickly won at appeal and my client was very happy. If you are an architect like me, I highly recommend working with Planning Insight for your projects. I have since gone on to work on another project with them (and will do so for other future projects). If you are a client (homeowner, developer etc) and need a great planning consultant- don’t hesitate to contact Planning Insight. Nichole
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Joshua Allen
10. February, 2025
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Planning Insight continue to impress with outstanding attention to detail, expert knowledge, and considered and thorough applications. They have helped secure positive planning outcomes that we simply wouldn't have achieved with other planners.
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Kellan Elkins
22. January, 2025
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I worked with Alex from Planning Insight on a tricky planning application. His advice was perfect and got a good result for me and my client
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Projects PRarchitecture
21. January, 2025
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We have had an excellent experience with Planning Insight. Billy Whitehead has been very attentive and professional, we have now worked on a number of projects together and look forward to continuing working with each other in the future.