The planning system in the UK is becoming increasingly complex. In order to comply with the growing number of regulations, clients require a broad range of specialist consultancy skills. RPS offers an unparalleled integrated consultancy service and we help clients to produce commercially attractive results by integrating all of the following skills :

negotiation with planning authorities including Planning Performance Agreements

witnesses at Inquiries and Hearings.

lead consultants co-ordinating complex projects

negotiation of planning conditions

negotiation of S106 Agreements

advice on achieving planning, listed building and conservation area consents

preparation, submission and management of applications and appeals.

preparation and submission of supporting documentation including Environmental Assessment

stakeholder management

planning enforcement matters

production and co-ordination of Sustainability reports

production and co-ordination of Environmental Statements

promotion of development opportunities through the development plan process

We have highly experienced teams dealing with specific market areas from development through regeneration to waste and energy, and our strength lies in the breadth and depth of our technical knowledge. We are continuously aware of the changing legal and administrative framework within which clients operate, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt our strategies to meet the specific requirements of different planning authorities.