Design & Planning

Planning Permission
Although each local authority has different rules in regards to planning, they generally all follow those outlined by the Government on the Planning Portal website and so it is good to familiarise oneself with these if considering a building project.
In order to simplify the planning process, we now offer a full planning application service – covering both ‘Outline Planning Permission’ (OPP) and ‘Full Planning Permission’ (FPP). Once a concept design has been agreed upon, we will produce 2D elevation plans of the structure. We can then submit and monitor the application, making amendments where required.
The benefits of obtaining planning through us is that we are experts in our field. We can offer solutions to any planning objections quickly, meaning fewer delays for you as the client.

Building Regulations and Engineering
In order to confirm your building’s structural integrity, we must submit drawings to an external engineer. They need to calculate a variety of aspects in order to verify that the frame meets the necessary standards, including timber sizes, spanning lengths and joint types. Due to the experience of our designers, we generally do not need to make many amendments, which often leads to a speedier turnaround.
Many clients then use these drawings to confirm Building Regulations with the relevant authorities. Building Regulations set standards for the construction process, including; safety, services and durability. Please note that Building Regulations are different from Planning Permission, and you might need both depending on your local authority.