Detailed Planning Applications

A full planning application provides comprehensive details of a proposed development. This includes site layout, design, access, materials, landscaping, drainage, and more. It is required when no prior permission exists or when the proposal is not covered by permitted development rights.

You’ll need a full application when you are:

• Proposing new buildings or significant extensions
• Changing the use of land or buildings
• Developing on land not already consented through in-principle or LDP allocations
• Submitting development in conservation areas, green belt, or sensitive rural locations

Most local authorities aim to determine full planning applications within 8 weeks for standard proposals, and up to 16 weeks for major developments. Timescales can be affected by site constraints, public objections, or technical requirements.

A typical application may include:

• Location and site plans
• Design and Access Statement
• Planning Statement referencing NPF4 and Local Development Plan policies
• Elevations and floorplans
• Technical reports (e.g. transport, drainage, ecology) depending on the site

We help you determine and prepare exactly what’s required to ensure validation and support.

A planning consultant ensures:

• The proposal is policy-compliant and strategically justified
• All required documents are submitted to avoid validation delays
• Effective liaison with local authorities, neighbours, and other stakeholders
• Risks are identified early, and issues are addressed before they escalate
• The application is project-managed from start to finish, saving you time and stress

We manage the entire planning process, offering:

• Feasibility review and planning strategy
• Instruction and coordination of architects, engineers, and surveyors
• Drafting of key planning documents
• Submission and management of your application
• Response handling to council queries, consultees, and third-party objections

We review all objections and provide a strategic response — either via further clarification, revised plans, or planning justification — to address concerns and support the planning officer’s recommendation.

Yes. We can act as your planning agent, meaning we will represent you in all planning correspondence, submission, and negotiation with the planning authority.

We work across all Scottish local authority areas, including both urban and rural planning contexts. From the Highlands to the Borders, we deliver full planning support nationwide from our base in Perth. However, we regularly work within the Perth and Kinross Council, Stirling Council, Angus Council and Highland Council Local Authorities.

Our fees vary based on:

• Project scale and complexity
• The need for technical reporting or third-party input
• Location and anticipated time commitment

We offer fixed-fee packages for typical residential or commercial proposals and bespoke quotes for larger developments. Contact us to discuss your project.