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Electrifying partnership with Down to Earth Derby

20th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice (PDP) believe in collaboration and are “electrified” to announce that they have joined Derby’s nature-based regeneration journey by partnering with Down to Earth Derby (DTE) as part of their Corporate Sponsorship programme.

With links to Cornwall’s eco-focused Eden Project, Down to Earth Derby are an independent catalyst for nature-based regeneration, describing themselves as:

‘A movement with a mission to help our communities make living with nature a part of everyday life. Our vision: Derby as a thriving, sustainable city run by happy, healthy, and proud people.’

Planning & Design Practice wholeheartedly agree with their values and vision and decided that we wanted to support them and get involved too. They requested that we bring our design expertise to spruce up the toilet area of their award-winning city-centre community garden and event space, Electric Daisy. Launched in June 2023 Electric Daisy is:

‘A botanical garden meets, late night cocktail bar, in this commercially driven concept. Surrounded by the growing aromats that make their drinks taste so good, customers can sip amongst nature, while providing us with funds to support our wider vision.’

Toilets are not the most attractive thing but are nevertheless essential for a venue such as Electric Daisy. We were able to use our DIY and creative skills to transform a utilitarian looking Portaloo into something which is much more in keeping with the tranquil garden vibe that Down to Earth Derby are trying to achieve.

On a cold March morning six members of our team arrived with a plan, three inside the toilet decorating and three outside constructing cladding and trellis, upcycling old sheds and bits of salvaged wood. The design inside the toilet was created using acrylic paints and now hand painted electric daisies adorn the walls. The woodwork was painted black to modernise and the overall effect was much fresher than before and ready to welcome guests when the venue reopens soon.

Down to Earth Derby’s business strategy and scalability lead Ross Nicholson had this to say after seeing the results:

‘Big shout out to Planning & Design Practice for becoming a corporate sponsor at Electric Daisy and for a great day converting our shabby toilet block (inside and out) into a shed (kind of!) which blends much better with the community garden and events space. A brilliant day’s work, which means we can now crack on with letting nature does its thing – growing stuff up, in and around it. Banging job. Will look great. Thanks so much’.

As well as working on the relaunch of Electric Daisy, Down to Earth Derby have also been commissioned by Wavensmere Homes to create an expansive community garden within its Nightingale Quarter development, on the site of the former Derbyshire Royal Infirmary. The £40,000 pilot project will see an interactive garden and allotment space created on the 18.5-acre and is planned to be unveiled in late spring. If successful the approach will be rolled out across Wavensmere’s city-wide portfolio, creating magnets for nature, wildlife, and people across the city.

Planning & Design Practice had a really great day using all our DIY and artistic skills and look forward to visiting the venue, to raise a glass when Electric Daisy reopens for 2024 on Friday 29th March. See you there!

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of town planning consultants, architects and heritage specialists. Based in Derbyshire, we are perfectly located to work nationally for our clients. We offer a comprehensive range of services, specialising in Town Planning, Architecture, Heritage and Urban Design. For more information on our team, or our services, please contact us on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk

Change of Use creates specialised grocery store

20th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice have secured planning permission for the change of use of the ground floor of a dwelling from residential (Use Class C3) to display or retail sale of goods (Class E(a)) including the installation of a new shop frontage in Normanton, an edge-of-centre location in Derby. This will create an intercontinental and specialised grocery store with a specific focus on South Asian cuisine, which demonstrates a large portion of the diverse demographic within the Normanton District Centre.

The location of the site is in an existing residential area with excellent transport links into Derby City Centre. This sustainable location means local residents will have greater access to groceries closer to their homes.

A previous application on the site was refused in December 2023 for an identical scheme. This was refused due to a lack of evidence of an adequate sequential approach to site selection. Therefore, for this application, a sequential test was completed, as required by policy CP13 of the Local Plan due to the site being considered for retail uses within an edge-of-centre district. The submitted sequential test studied a total of 8 estate agents’ websites and consisted of a site visit along Normanton Road District Centre to discover a site for let capable of accommodating under 150m2 of retail space with a street-facing elevation. This concluded that there was only one unit available to let in the district and it was too large for the proposed use. Therefore, the proposal was in line with the intentions of the policy.

The officer concluded that the proposal complies with the relevant policies of the Development Plan. The proposal is deemed acceptable in design, amenity, policy and highway terms. The site is sustainably located, there would be no increased noise or activity level and the design of the shopfront will have minimal intrusion on the terraced row of properties. The previous reason for refusal has been addressed, therefore, the change of use is acceptable in the edge-of-centre location.

Planning & Design Practice has a wealth of experience in securing planning permission for commercial projects, in particular those with the need for a sequential test. We look forward to seeing this project progress to provide a new grocery store in Derby.

Megan Askham, Planner – Planning & Design Practice Ltd.

Building the Future Sustainably: Exploring Straw Bale Construction

20th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

In an era where sustainability is paramount, innovative construction methods are emerging to address environmental concerns while meeting the demands of modern architecture.

One such method is structural straw bale construction, particularly through systems like EcoCocon. Combining ancient wisdom with modern technology, this approach offers a sustainable, energy-efficient, and cost-effective alternative to conventional building techniques. In this article, Tina Humphreys, part of our Architectural Team delves into the concept of straw bale construction, its advantages, and misconceptions.

The Essence of Straw Bale Construction:

Straw bale construction dates back centuries, rooted in agricultural societies where straw was a readily available byproduct. Rather than using traditional materials like concrete or steel, straw bale construction utilises densely packed straw bales as load-bearing elements. These bales are typically encased in plaster or other natural materials to form walls, offering excellent insulation properties.

Advantages of Straw Bale Construction:

Environmental Sustainability: Utilising straw, a renewable agricultural resource, reduces the reliance on non-renewable materials. This minimizes the carbon footprint associated with construction and helps mitigate climate change. Made up with 98% natural renewable materials, it can sequester tons of CO2 for each project.
Energy Efficiency: Straw bale walls provide superior insulation, effectively regulating indoor temperatures and reducing the need for heating and cooling. This leads to lower energy consumption and decreased utility bills over the building’s lifespan.
Cost-Effectiveness: In many regions, straw bales are abundant and inexpensive compared to conventional building materials. Additionally, the simplicity of construction can lower labour costs, making it an affordable option for both residential and commercial projects.
Health and Comfort: The natural properties of straw contribute to healthier indoor environments by allowing moisture regulation and preventing the buildup of mould and toxins. Additionally, the thick walls offer excellent sound insulation, enhancing occupants’ comfort and well-being.
Enhanced Performance: Panels are designed for optimal insulation performance, surpassing conventional building materials. The panels’ air tightness and thermal mass contribute to superior energy efficiency, creating comfortable indoor environments year-round.
Design Flexibility: Despite misconceptions, straw bale construction offers versatile design possibilities. With proper planning and engineering, it can create aesthetically pleasing structures ranging from traditional to contemporary styles.
Precision Engineering: The panels are precision-engineered to ensure consistency and structural integrity. This guarantees that each panel meets stringent quality standards, simplifying the construction process and reducing on-site errors.
Time and Labor Efficiency: Utilizing prefabricated panels such as EcoCocon can significantly accelerate the construction timeline. Builders can assemble structures quickly and efficiently, saving time and labour costs.

At the beginning of February this year there was an article on the BBC website about a learning centre and community hub building in West Yorkshire. Originally built in the 1950s the team at Todmorden Learning Centre plan to clad the building in straw panels to better insulate it. With a discussion on whether more British homes should be built using straw, the article talks about a new factory opening up for the launch of these new straw panel systems. It also discusses the fact that there are limitations, such as that the walls need to be 400-500mm thick. However, with the changes to the Building Regulations for newly built homes and the increasing levels of insulation needed, thicker wall construction will become more common.

An advisor also comments in the article regarding insurers and how they will have high premiums for homes that are built with less common materials.
“Insurers will want to be confident about how resilient these building materials are and how they might react in a fire, storm, flood, or to extreme temperatures, damp and subsidence,” says Louise Clark, general insurance policy adviser at the Association of British Insurers.

In the quest for sustainable construction solutions, straw bale construction stands out as a time-tested method with modern relevance. As we confront the challenges of climate change and resource depletion, embracing sustainable technologies is not just a choice but a necessity for building a resilient and harmonious future.

Whilst recognising that ultimately it is up to the client what they want to do and what their budget allows for, at Planning & Design we can advise them on the different levels of sustainability available, provide information on the latest research and the full knowledge of the options, the current and emerging renewable technologies and how much these cost to incorporate into their projects.

Please feel free to contact us if you require any additional information or to discuss any specific projects on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk

Main Image: EcoCocon

Great Northern Classics – Driving our heritage

19th March 202419th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Samuel Young, part of our Planning Team recently attended a Marketing Derby Bondholder event at Great Northern Classics, off of Osmaston Road, Derby. The aims of the centre, which has recently opened its doors to the general public is to preserve and propagate crucial skills for the classic vehicle industry, which in the UK alone it is estimated to be worth around £6bn. Read on for more information on the history of this important heritage asset, and the plans for its future.

Great Northern Classics

The site of the Great Northern Classics has many links to industry with the previous use not only as the Victoria Ironworks site, but also the site of Rolls Royce Foundry. Victoria Ironworks was an Iron casting business originally under the title of Eastwood and Swingle Ltd when the building was constructed in the early 1850s. The company went on to produce Iron beams for more than 235 bridges in India as well as railways in Japan. This factory still stands as it did in 1850 due to the preservation of this important heritage asset.

The Ironworks with help from Rolls Royce, produced the Eagle Engine which powered 50 different aircraft and airships during World War I. The site, which was then occupied by Rolls Royce up until the 1980s, today serves as a classic car storage unit with a learning facility to introduce new skills to the next generation of car mechanics.

Research by Historic England (2016) found the gross value of the heritage industry to be around £21.7bn. In the East Midlands alone the heritage industry contributes £1.26 bn to the local economy, generating as many as 22,000 jobs in the region.

Great Northern Classics’s plans for the Ironworks will further contribute to the East Midland’s economy. It will help revive the surrounding community, generate local jobs and create a cultural destination centre in the heart of Derby.

Planning & Design Practice’s Heritage Team play a key role in preserving these iconic buildings which play such an important role in showing the heritage of Derby. Planning & Design Practice are a Multi- disciplinary practice of Charted Town Planners, RIBA Certified Architects and Heritage Consultants which together work to create new developments whilst also protecting historic buildings and locations.

The retention of Heritage is a key focus for Planning & Design Practices Heritage team. Planning & Design Practice are well versed in working with Heritage Assets and Listed Buildings such as the Industrial units situated on Osmaston Road, Derby.

Great Northern Classics also features a car show room with the dealership Pinchbeck. Pinchbeck are one of the UK’s leading luxury car dealerships selling cars such as McLarens, Porsches, Land Rovers and Aston Martins.

As well as preserving the Historic infrastructure of yesteryear, the site of the Great Northern Classics shows a great facility for educating and maintaining the practical hands-on skills which are needed to preserve the classic cars of the future.

It is important not only to preserve these skills but also to preserve the buildings which have served a great purpose in our past. Heritage is the future. But it needs protecting. And that’s the aim of Great Northern Classics.

Planning & Design Practice are a multi-disciplinary practice of Planners, Architects and heritage Consultants which could help you retain and repurpose your heritage asset, produce innovative architectural designs or provide Planning advice on your project. Planning & Design Practice have in house heritage specialists who work on a variety of projects that are concerned with Listed Building Consent, Conservation Areas and World Heritage Sites. We always work with the client and the councils to get the best outcome.

If heritage is a deciding factor in your future development plans, please get in touch to find out how we can help you, on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Three is the magic number for Class Q applications

19th March 202419th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice are delighted to announce three successful Class Q applications, as well as a successful full planning application for the creation of a new home. This successful planning application will allow our client to change the use of, and convert, a number of unused agricultural buildings which can become new homes in East Staffordshire.

The site is made up of a number of agricultural buildings, all of which have the same modern agricultural style, consisting of metal sheet cladding. Additionally, there was a red brick farm shop building also located at the site.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd submitted three separate Class Q applications to convert 3 of these agricultural buildings to 4 dwellinghouses. Each application had to ensure complete compliance with Class Q legislation, whilst also respecting the rural aesthetic of the local area. The full application also intended to maintain the external appearance of the farm shop, with minimal alterations proposed as part of the application.

An accompanying structural report concluded that the building was structurally sound and capable of conversion.

The Class Q applications resulted in the creation of 2 two bedroom houses and 2 four bed houses, with each one benefiting from open plan living, kitchen and dining areas, as well as outdoor amenity space. The farm shop will be used as a two bedroom dwelling, with a large kitchen diner and snug living space.

The site was located outside the settlement boundary of Bramshall. The site benefits from being located in a tranquil, rural area with large open countryside on all sides.

The Permitted Development rights, commonly referred to as Class Q, is the right to convert agricultural buildings into homes as a matter of principle and has been with us since 2014.

Permitted Development (PD) is the right of an owner to develop their land within limits prescribed by a piece of legislation known as a General Permitted Development Order. The point of the order was originally to allow minor developments to go ahead without having to go through the planning application process, for example, small extensions to houses.

In the interest of simplifying the planning system and boosting the supply of houses, the government extended PD rights to include the right to change agricultural buildings to homes. Originally proposed as a temporary measure, this has since been made permanent.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of Chartered Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants and Heritage Specialists.

Gaining planning permission is a key step in almost any development. We can take a project through from conception to completion, but we also offer the flexibility to engage a client’s own architects and provide a planning service, whilst our design team can also work with clients who have engaged other town planning professionals.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in researching and understanding local Council’s policies to ensure the best possible case if put forward for our clients. Class Q applications, listed building consent, architectural services – we can help.

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01332 347371 or enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

New rural home – thanks to Class Q

19th March 202418th March 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice are delighted to announce another successful Class Q application. This latest success from our Planning team which will allow our client to change the use of, and convert, an unused agricultural building to form a new rural home in Endon, a village in Staffordshire.

The building in question consisted of a single, smaller agricultural building with metal sheet cladding, which was fully enclosed on all sides. An accompanying structural report concluded that the building was structurally sound and capable of conversion.

The new home will have a single bedroom, a bathroom and open plan living, as well as outdoor amenity space. The external alterations have been kept to a minimum to comply with Class Q legislation and to respect the rural aesthetic of the local area.

The agricultural building was located outside the settlement boundary of Endon. The site benefits from being located in a tranquil, rural area, which is in close proximity to a brook.

The Permitted Development rights, commonly referred to as Class Q, is the right to convert agricultural buildings into homes as a matter of principle and has been with us since 2014.

Planning Permission for new Rural Homes and Developments

Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of Chartered Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants and Heritage Specialists. Gaining planning permission is a key step in almost any development. We can take a project through from inception to completion, but we also offer the flexibility to engage a client’s own architects and provide a planning service, whilst our design team can also work with clients who have engaged other town planning professionals.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in researching and understanding local Council’s policies to ensure the best possible case if put forward for our clients.

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your rural development project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01332 347371 or enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Planning pedigree – permission secured for redevelopment of a former kennels within the Green Belt!

26th February 202421st February 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice are delighted to announce that Full planning permission has been secured for the demolition of existing redundant outbuildings, and the erection of a 5 bedroom house and a detached garage at a former kennels located to the south of Morley, Derbyshire (Erewash Borough Council).

Former Kennels — **Figure 2:** Approved Cross-Section

The house would be of quasi-agricultural appearance in terms of its size, scale, design and finish with a traditional palette of materials including red brick, standing seam metal and plain roof tiles are proposed. The dwelling would comprise an entrance hall, open plan kitchen/living/snug area, utility/boot room, WC living room, study, shower room, plant room, media room and store on the ground floor and 5no. bedrooms (with ensuites) across the first floor.

A detached double garage with accommodation above is proposed to the rear of the site.

Planning & Design Practice - Approved Floor plans for Former Kennels — **Figure 3:** Approved Floor Plans

A standalone solar PV array would be located at the rear of the site would provide the majority of the electricity for the house. Primary heating would be provided by an Air Source Heat Pump system.

The site is located within the Derby and Nottingham Green Belt and was formerly occupied by kennels which contains a number of redundant buildings of varying size, scale and condition.

Criterion g) of Paragraph 154 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2023) is most pertinent to this development proposal as it supports ‘complete redevelopment of previously developed land’, which would:

‒ not have a greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the existing development; or

‒ not cause substantial harm to the openness of the Green Belt, where the development would re-use previously developed land and contribute to meeting an identified affordable housing need within the area of the local planning authority.

When having regard to the nature of the application which is for the demolition of existing commercial buildings and the erection of a single open market dwelling house, the key assessment for the Planning Team was to demonstrate that the proposed redevelopment would not have a greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the existing situation.

It was proposed to demolish 7 of the existing buildings on site which have a combined floor area of approximately 734m2 (approximately 1869m3). The combined floor area of the proposed dwelling was approximately 481m2 (approximately 1456m3). The proposed design, layout, appearance and finish is considered to be complementary to the local distinctiveness of the site which would be read as a plain utilitarian functional agricultural building and would sit comfortably against the host residential house.

It was successfully argued that the proposed redevelopment would result in a reduced built form with a building of a lesser scale and proportions thus significantly enhance the openness of the Green Belt by the significant reduction of built development within the immediate and wider site context, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework.

Gaining planning permission is a key step in almost any development. Planning & Design Practice Ltd is a multi-disciplinary team of Town Planners, Architects, Architectural Assistants, Design Professionals, and Heritage Specialists. Rural developments are something Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in, having helped lots of realise the development potential of a site.

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Andrew Stock, Associate Director – Chartered Town Planner at Planning & Design Practice Ltd

Statements of Heritage Significance

21st February 2024 by Gary Stringer

Statements of Heritage Significance are vital when it comes to judgements on what forms part of the curtilage to a listed property, they can set out the significance of the building and its relationship with adjoining land and give an accurate history that will aid the decisions of the local authority. Recently Planning & Design Practice were tasked with writing a Statement of Heritage Significance for owners of The Toll Gate House on the outskirts of Ashbourne to aid with planning permission for a dwelling to be built on land they own adjacent to the property.

The Toll Gate House was listed 14-Feb-1974 Grade II: for its special architectural or historic interest. The listing describes Toll Gate house as;

‘Mid C19, on the Southwest side of the later part of the Derby Turnpike Road. Victorian Tudor. Red brick, slate roof with bands of fish scale tiles. Gabled with fretted bargeboards and finials. Tudor style windows with elaborate glazing. Massive chimney stack and subsidiary chimneys. T shaped building with the stem of the T facing the new road. Below the gable is the former signboard, now blank.’

The Toll Gate House at Ashbourne is typical of its type. The original architectural design of Toll Gate House had similarities with the demolished Duffield Road Toll House at Darley Abbey, and with the refurbished Kedleston Road Toll Bar House. These Toll houses were used by the local Turnpike trusts to collect money to maintain the local roads. At the time of building of the Toll Gate House at Ashbourne , many turnpike trusts saw a serious decline in income as long distance traffic was drawn away to the railways. On a restricted budget, some trusts built additional gates on the roads leading to stations. These tollhouses were often much simpler than those built at the height of the turnpike era and may have originally been a narrow cottage alongside the highway not unlike the Ashbourne Toll House.

It was discovered that over the years, using documents provided by the client, the Ashbourne Toll Gate House has undergone many structural changes resulting in the footprint of the building now being dramatically different to when it was initially listed in 1974.

We also discovered it was built up close to the roadside (due to its original purpose) on a narrow plot, it was not until 117 years later that the adjacent land became part of the property, this land has never been fully integrated in use by the property and has even been used until recently for agricultural purposes. Recent high-density development in the immediate area also meant that there is no longer a rural aspect to the property. Therefore, it was concluded in our Statement of Heritage Significance that the proposed development of the adjacent land does not impact on the integrity of the listed building.

Permission was initially refused but we won on appeal and the planning inspector agreed with what we found stating:

‘Overall, I find that the proposed development will not harm the understanding and experience of the listed building. Accordingly, the effect of the development on the setting of Tollgate House, and to its significance would be negligible.’

Detailed factual historical research enabled Planning & Design to prove that the land being built on was never a factor in the significance of Toll gate House and that recent developments had compromised any argument for it being in a rural location. It is a great result for our client.

Statements of Heritage Significance, Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas

Planning & Design Practice have in house heritage specialists who work on a variety of projects that are concerned with Listed Building Consent, Conservation Areas and World Heritage Sites. We always work with the client and the councils to get the best outcome. If heritage is a deciding factor in your future development plans, please get in touch to find out how we can help you, on 01332 347371 or email enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Success for heritage holiday lets

21st February 202421st February 2024 by Gary Stringer

Planning & Design Practice announce a successful planning application for the retrospective change of use of one dwelling to two holiday lets, at Langwith Mill House.

Langwith Mill, near Mansfield was erected in the 18th Century. Since then, there have been a number of later additions and alterations, before falling into disrepair and abandonment. The mill has recently been restored to its former glory in a manner than maintains it’s historical character.

This application sought to gain retrospective permission to use the two independent units as holiday lets. This will help to protect the future of the historical building through continued reinvestment which can be generated by using the site for holiday lets.

This development has not just ensured the future of a key heritage asset, but it also provides the public the opportunity to stay in a newly restored historical asset. The rural location allows visitors to experience the countryside in an accessible manner. By reusing an existing building within the countryside, there is also environmentally sustainable aspects to the proposals, as there will be no additional development required in the countryside.

Figures 1 & 2 showing the restorative work of Langwith Mill

The development proposal met multiple objectives that were set out in the Bassetlaw Local Development Framework. Our extensive knowledge of local planning policies, heritage protection and sustainability targets enabled the client to carry through with the development and allow visitors to stay at such a historical location.

Furthermore, in chapter 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) there Is a requirement to protect and preserve heritage assets. As there were no alterations to the exterior of the building, the character of the building was preserved.

We recognise the importance of the built heritage in our towns, villages and rural areas. We have an in-house team of consultants, conservation architects and architectural technicians who ensure that proposals are designed sympathetically to conserve and enhance historic buildings and sites.

For more information on our team, and the services we provide, or for a no obligation consultation to discuss your project please contact us on 01332 347371 or enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Subdivision and conquer

21st February 202421st February 2024 by Gary Stringer

In partnership with Davey Stone Associates Planning & Design Practice have secured planning permission for the subdivision of a house to form two apartments in Cawthorne, South Yorkshire.

The site is located within the village of Cawthorne, a village surrounded by countryside and is largely within a conservation area. Due to this designation, it was important to maintain the appearance of the dwelling in order to preserve the character of the conservation area. This meant that careful consideration was given to ensure that the design, layout and alterations to the dwelling was in keeping with the character of the conservation area and the surrounding area.

The proposed external alterations were kept to a minimum, with only a new rear door being proposed in place of a window. The majority of the alterations were internal, in order to subdivide the dwelling into two apartments. A new off-street parking space was also proposed to the rear, and each new apartment will benefit from private outdoor amenity space. The conversion of the existing property into two apartments will secure its long-term future and prevent further deterioration, on the basis that it is likely easier to rent out due to there being a greater demand for flats than for a large property with no garden.

The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) sets out what considerations should be taken when a proposals effect a heritage asset. Paragraph 208 states that when proposals will lead to less than substantial harm, this harm should be weighed against the public benefits of the proposal. As the proposals would result in little harm to the conservation area, it was considered to be acceptable and planning permission was granted.

Planning & Design Practice Ltd are well versed in researching and understanding local Council’s policies to ensure the best possible case if put forward for our clients.

For a free, no obligation consultation to discuss your project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01332 347371 or enquiries@planningdesign.co.uk.

Electrifying partnership with Down to Earth Derby

Change of Use creates specialised grocery store

Building the Future Sustainably: Exploring Straw Bale Construction

The Essence of Straw Bale Construction:

Advantages of Straw Bale Construction:

Great Northern Classics – Driving our heritage

Great Northern Classics

Three is the magic number for Class Q applications

New rural home – thanks to Class Q

Planning Permission for new Rural Homes and Developments

Planning pedigree – permission secured for redevelopment of a former kennels within the Green Belt!

Statements of Heritage Significance

Statements of Heritage Significance, Listed Buildings, Conservation Areas

Success for heritage holiday lets

Subdivision and conquer

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