Planning in the UK and Ireland
As one of the largest planning consultancies in the UK and Ireland, we work collaboratively with our clients from our network of regional offices to provide workable solutions to complex issues.
Planning consultancy
Navigating the planning process presents complex challenges. With deep expertise, founded on fifty years of experience, we support our clients throughout the entire planning life-cycle: flexibly, efficiently and with confidence.
Delivering successful projects
Our experience in addressing local and national planning policies has earned us a strong reputation for providing pragmatic advice to our clients, whether in the public or private sector.
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.Â
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. Â
Planning places for life
Boasting one of the industry's most experienced planning and development teams, RPS has been shaping liveable communities for decades.
What we do
Planning and development advice to deliver planning permission
Strategic site promotion through the development plan making process
Preparation, negotiation and management of planning applications
Project management of the planning application process
Expert witness at planning inquiries and development plan examinations
Environmental Impact Assessments, screening and scoping
Masterplanning and urban design
Heritage Impact Assessments
Compulsory purchase and viability assessments
Retail impact and housing need assessments
Preparation, negotiation and submission of applications for major infrastructure projects requiring Development Consent Orders
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