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Navigating the planning process presents complex challenges. With deep expertise, founded on almost fifty years of experience, we support our clients throughout the entire planning life-cycle: smoothly, efficiently and with confidence.

Delivering successful projects

Our experience in interpreting local and national planning policies has earned us a reputation for providing pragmatic advice to our clients, whether a developer or end user.   

From iconic landmarks and nationally significant infrastructure projects to residential developments of all scales, we advise on preparation, submission and negotiation of planning consents across all sectors. 

We understand every project has unique complexities and our approach to each is bespoke, ensuring best-value results that maximise development potential. Balancing commercial requirements with local context, our strategic advice supports smarter, sustainable development.  

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What we do

  • Planning and development advice to deliver planning permission
  • Strategic site promotion through the development plan making process
  • Masterplanning and urban design
  • Project management of the planning application process
  • Preparation, negotiation and management of planning applications
  • Expert witness at planning inquiries and development plan examinations
  • Heritage Impact Assessments
  • Environmental Impact Assessments, screening and scoping
  • Preparation, negotiation and submission of applications for major infrastructure projects requiring Development Consent Orders
  • Compulsory purchase and viability assessments
  • Retail impact and housing need assessments

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Planning in the UK and Ireland

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Virtual public consultation

Our team have designed and built an online virtual consultation room, simulating the in-person experience of the traditional approach. Engage with stakeholders and the public, capture feedback in real-time and enable effective decision-making.

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Leading minds

Insights

  • Growth drivers for the residential market in the North West: listen back to the webinar

    In the first of a series of virtual breakfast briefings, RPS Planning Director Cameron Austin-Fell and Chris Young QC from No.5 Chambers delve into the factors driving growth in the North West’s residential market; and explore what might be in store for the road ahead.

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Leah Kenny

Director - Planning (Republic of Ireland)

+353 (0)1 488 2900

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Chris LeCointe

Director of Environmental Planning

+44 (0) 1235 821 888

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Angela Schembri

Planning Director

+44 20 7280 3300

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